SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU

DAY 1: CUSCO – WIÑAY HUAYNA – INTIPUNKU – AGUAS CALIENTES.

We begin our adventure at 4:30 a.m. when we will travel to Ollantaytambo where we will have our buffet style breakfast. We will then processed to the train station. The train will take us to km. 104. It is here that will begin our hike today we will pass through Chachabamba, an Incan archaeological site with an altitude of 2250 masl. or 7,381.89 ft. We will continue with our ascent until we reach Wiñay Wayna our second archaeological site, where we will have a guided tour. Throughout the journey you will appreciate the beautiful views of the Urubamba River as well as the great variety of vegetation of this nature reserve (historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu).

We will have lunch, Box Lunch style, after which continue with our hike to the Sun Gate, “INTI PUNKU” where we will have the first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. After a short stop for a few photographs and a short explanation we begin to descend to the Inca citadel. It is here where we will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful sunset over Machu Picchu. Then we take the bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes where our hotel is located. After dinner our guide we will coordinate the last details for our visit to Machu Picchu the next day.

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU

You will have a two-hour guided tour of this great ancient city where you will visit the temples, enclosures, sacred fountains, terraces, etc. You will then have a free time to explore Machu Picchu. If you made your reservations ahead of time, you will be able to climb the Mt. Huayna Picchu Mountain or the Machu Picchu Mountain after your guided tour. After you have finished exploring Machu Picchu we will return by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes where we will take the train to Ollantaytambo and our private transportation will be wait us to take to Cusco city hotel.

Included

• Private transportation from  Cusco-Ollantaytambo-Cusco.
• Tourist train from Ollantaytambo to 104km 
• Professional guide.
• Basic Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (first day).
• Entrance tickets to the Inca Trail.
• Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
• Aguas Calientes tourist train to Ollantaytambo in the afternoon.
• First aid kit.
• Oxygen.
• Communication radios.
• Specified Meals:
• 01 Breakfast
• 01 Box Lunch 
• 01 Dinner 

*Vegetarian Food upon request.

* Train schedules will be confirmed at the time of payment.

Not included

• Huayna Picchu or Mountain Machu Picchu entrances.
• Hiking sticks (extra cost $15 USD).
• Drinks.
• Tips
• Travel health insurance.

We can leave any day of the week, as long as there is a minimum of 2 people already confirmed. We can also do private tours.

Price:
Price from: 539^USDper person

Additional items

1. Huayna Picchu: The cost of the ticket is $70 per person.

Huayna Picchu is a mountain within the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu, it is a 45 minute walk to the top.

To acquire this additional you have to notify us at least 2 months in advance due to high demand, the schedules and details of your visit to this site will be confirmed in the previous meeting that we will have.

2. Machu Picchu Mountain: The cost of the ticket is $70 per person.

Machu Picchu Mountain is also an extra within the archaeological complex of Machu Picchu, it is a 1 hour and a half walk to the top.

To acquire this additional you have to notify us at least 2 months in advance due to high demand, the schedules and details of your visit to this site will be confirmed in the previous meeting that we will have.

3. Vistadome Train: This train costs $70 per person.

All our tours include the Expeditions train if you want an additional one we can offer you the Vistadome train that gives you more comfortable seats, large and panoramic windows and we will include transportation back to your hotel.

• We recommend carrying only the necessary luggage for the two days of the tour. Large backpacks with equipment that are not needed for the expedition should be left in the city of Cusco (at your hotel or in our main office).
• A small backpack of 30 to 40 liters capacity.
• 02 T-Shirts.
• 02  trekking pants (fast drying).
• A light sweater.
• Waterproof clothing.
• Warm jacket (of feather or fiber).
• Hiking boots.
• Flips flops.
• Hat or cap.
• Sunglasses.
• Sunscreen.
• Canteen.
• Repellent for mosquitoes (30% Deet or more).
• Personal medications.
• Flashlight.
• Personal hygiene items: Wet wipes, toothpaste and toothbrush.
• Original Passport.
• The most friendly and positive attitude possible.

What type of backpack is necessary for the trip?

For this trip, we recommend a 30 to 40 liter backpack with clothing that is only necessary for the 02 days of the trip. The rest of your luggage will be left in a deposit at your hotel in Cusco or at the Lorenzo Expeditions office.

How can I access Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain?

To climb one of the two mountains, you must buy the entrance ticket in advance. Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain has an extra cost of $ 70 USD per person and it is recommended to reserve tickets at least 2 months in advance. If you want to reserve the entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, please contact our reservations team.

Will there be accommodations or will we be camping?

One night Hotel in Aguas Calientes.

How to book the tour?

You can make a deposit on our website to confirm your reservation, it is very important to confirm the available places (send an email to: [email protected]) before making the deposit. The remaining balance must be paid in cash (dollars or soles) at our office in Cusco. We do not accept credit or debit cards.