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Overview

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Full-Day Hike The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is an incredible and very famous route in Peru and South America. Therefore, venture on the 1-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, enjoy a unique experience and visit the wonder of the world differently from the crowd. The 1 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu will take you through the same 2-Day Inca Trail route and the last part of the 4-day Classic Inca Trail. It begins at km 104 of the railroad that goes to Machu Picchu, at an altitude of 2150 meters / 7053 ft. The highest point is the Sun Gate (2,730 meters / 8,956 ft. It has 10.5 km / 6.5 miles and lasts 6 hours at a moderate pace. It also allows you to explore three beautiful Inca cities, Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, and in the afternoon to Machu Picchu with stunning sunset views.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Traveler pick-up is included All pickups are around the city center.

Pickup Information

Cusco - Peru

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Inca Trail
Full-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu Our staff will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 h. and take you to the Ollantaytambo train station. You’ll board the Expedition Train, which departs at 6:10 h, and travel for 1 hour and 17 minutes to km-104 of the railway, where your professional guide will be waiting to welcome you and help you pass through the access checkpoint for the short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Begin your hike by visiting Chachabamba. This is one of the more than 190 archaeological sites within the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary. Then, continue along an uphill trail for 3 hrs to the Wiñaywayna archaeological site, where you’ll have plenty of time to explore and take excellent photos. Here you will also make a brief stop to enjoy your lunch. Continue your hike to the highest point (The Sun Gate, 2,720 m/8,922ft), along a beautiful trail surrounded by abundant flora and fauna. From here, you’ll be able to take in the stunning panoramic view of Machu Picchu.
Duration: 360 mins
2. Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu hiking tour. From the Sun Gate, make your way down to the Machu Picchu viewpoint. You’ll reach the Machu Picchu summit around 2:00 PM, where you’ll have the chance to take the classic photos. The 1-day ticket for the Inca Trail includes a visit to Machu Picchu via Route 1B (Upper Terrace) only, which offers the classic views. From here, your tour guide will explain the history and mysteries of this wonder of the world. Afterward, head to the main gate to board the bus down to the Aguas Calientes town (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Here you can grab a bite to eat before boarding your return train (6:20 PM) to Ollantaytambo, as you’ll arrive in Cusco around 10:00 PM. In the town of Aguas Calientes, head to the train station half an hour before departure, and upon your arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station, our staff will be waiting to accompany you to your hotel in Cusco. Length: 10.5 km / 6.5 miles Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Duration: 120 mins

Inclusion

High-level professional English-speaking guide.

A bus ticket between Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.

Round-trip Expedition Train tickets between Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.

Private round-trip transportation between Cusco hotel and Ollantaytambo Train Station.

First aid kit and oxygen bottle.

Admission ticket to the 1 Day Inca Trail and Machu Picchu (Route 1B - Upper Terrace)

Food: 1 lunch (box lunch). Vegetarian option (no extra charge).

Exclusion

Breakfast and dinner

Travel insurance, Walking sticks and Tips (optional)

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

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