The short Inca trail is a good option for lovers of Inca nature and culture. This trail runs through very sacred archeological sites, which were used exclusively by the Inca nobility. During the trip you will see many orchids, birds, waterfalls and ruins of Inca temples. The level of the walk is moderate, so it is recommended for all types of travelers. The climate is tropical and does not go through high mountains.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Trains ( round trip tickets Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes)
✔ Hotel in Aguas Calientes 01 night
✔ English tour guide
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
✔ Bus ( 1 way bus ticket Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes)
✔ Fees ( entrance tickets for the inca trail and machupicchu)
✔ Transfers ( cusco to ollantaytambo round trip )
✖ Last lunch in Aguas Calientes
✖ First day breakfast
✖ Bus to Machupicchu in the second day ( $ 24.00 usd)
✖ Extras not listed in the itinerary
✖ Travel insurance
Pickup Locations
1. Estancia San Pedro Hotel
2. Kaaro House Cusco
3. Hotel Piedmont
4. Hostal Sol Imperial
5. Yuyay Apartaments Cusco
6. New Day Hotel
7. Sol Andino
8. Ayenda San Cristobal Premium
9. Luna De Oro Hotel
10. Hostal Sumac Tika
11. Terrapartment Cusco
12. Cusco City Lodge
13. Runa's Inn Cusco
14. Casona Plaza Hotel Cusco
15. Anahuarque Hotel Boutique
16. Asiriq Inn Cusco
17. Katari Apart Hotel At Qorikancha
18. Sara Casa Boutique
19. La Estancia de la Abuela
20. Tayta Wasi Hotel
Additional Info: We do the pick up from any hotel, hostel or appartment in Cusco and Ollantaytambo
Itinerary
CUSCO-OLLANTAYTAMBO-CHACHABAMBA-WIÑAYWAYNA TEMPLE
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Winay Wayna
We left at 4:00 am from Cusco ,by bus to Ollantaytambo train station. The train departs from Ollantaytambo at 6.40 am, following the Sacred Valley arriving after 1 hour to KM 104 to begin our Inca Trail. It will begin with a short walk to the archaeological site of Chachabamba (2270 meters).Then we continue our hike with beautiful views of the Urubamba River. We can observe different species of orchids. After 2 hours, we will see the site Wiñayhuayna Ruins (2,650 meters), this fabulous archeological site is perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the valley of Urubamba and dominated by a broad set of terraces. The ruins on the way are amazing, we continue our journey and reach the Sun Gate. Where we have the first view of Machu Picchu, enjoying a fantastic panorama . Then we descend to the archaeological site of MachuPicchu (2400 meters), which only pass this day. After we will continue to the village of Aguas Calientes, by Bus where we will stay in a nice hotel.
Duration: 7 hours
TOUR IN MACHU PICCHU - RETURN TO CUSCO
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Machu Picchu
We left our hotel at 5: 00 am after breakfast and, we will take the bus to Machu Picchu the journey takes (30 min), you will enjoy an unforgettable view with the sun rising on the site. Then we will do the check in of our tickets and passport. We will have 3 hours tour guiding in MachuPicchu, our guide explains what life was like in the citadel, cults and ceremonies that the Incas in many temples and shrines on the site conducted.In the afternoon, you will return to Aguas Calientes, then you have to take the train at 14.30 pm, that goes until Ollantaytambo. Then you will take the transfer to Cusco, arriving to the small plaza of San Francisco at 19:30pm.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
