Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure to Machu Picchu with our expertly guided hike! Your journey begins with a scenic train ride along the Urubamba River, leading you through lush cloud forests and ancient Inca ruins. Explore the breathtaking site of Wiñaywayna and reach the Sun Gate (Intipunku) for your first awe-inspiring view of Machu Picchu—arriving when most crowds have left for a unique, peaceful experience.
Enjoy a delicious box lunch to keep your energy high as you immerse yourself in the beauty and history of this sacred trail. Afterward, relax in Aguas Calientes with a well-deserved dinner and a comfortable 3-star hotel stay.
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2 days
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
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2 days
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
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Professional Tour Guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese
We start very early from Cusco, with transport taking us to Ollantaytambo, where we have free time for breakfast at the station before boarding the tourist train to Km 104. Our journey begins with a visit to the Inca checkpoint at Chachabamba (2170 masl / 7119 ft). From here, we ascend to the stunning archaeological site of Wiñaywayna (2650 masl / 8692 ft), our resting point where we’ll enjoy a scheduled box lunch.
Afterward, we continue to Intipunku, the Sun Gate (2745 masl / 9005 ft), for a panoramic view of the majestic Machu Picchu citadel (2430 masl / 7972 ft). We then descend along a scenic path to the main checkpoint, where a tourist bus awaits to take us to Aguas Calientes (2040 masl / 6692 ft). Here, we’ll head to our selected comfortable hotel for a well-deserved rest.
7 hours
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Chachabamba
Location: Chachabamba is nestled in Peru's Andean region, situated along the route to Machu Picchu, at an altitude of around 2,250 meters above sea level.
Historical Importance: Although smaller than Machu Picchu or Wiñaywayna, Chachabamba holds significant historical and archaeological value. This site was a place of worship, dedicated to Inca deities, with rituals likely focused on agriculture and fertility, making it an essential piece of Inca spiritual and cultural heritage.
20 minutes
3
Winay Wayna
Wiñaywayna: Wiñaywayna is an archaeological site found along the Inca Trail leading to Machu Picchu in Peru. The name "Wiñaywayna" means "Forever Young" in Quechua, the native language of the region.
Location: Situated in Peru's Andean region, Wiñaywayna lies on the trail to Machu Picchu at an altitude of about 2,650 meters above sea level.
40 minutes
4
Machu Picchu
Inti Punku: Translating to "Gate of the Sun" in Quechua, Inti Punku is an archaeological site located near Aguas Calientes in the Cusco region of Peru.
Access: Visitors on the Inca Trail pass through Inti Punku before reaching Machu Picchu, making it one of the most memorable highlights of the hike. Positioned as the traditional gateway to the Machu Picchu sanctuary, this site offers an incredible, panoramic view of the iconic Inca citadel and its surrounding landscapes, adding both historical significance and stunning scenery to the journey.
20 minutes
Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure to Machu Picchu with our expertly guided hike! Your journey begins with a scenic train ride along the Urubamba River, leading you through lush cloud forests and ancient Inca ruins. Explore the breathtaking site of Wiñaywayna and reach the Sun Gate (Intipunku) for your first awe-inspiring view of Machu Picchu—arriving when most crowds have left for a unique, peaceful experience.
Enjoy a delicious box lunch to keep your energy high as you immerse yourself in the beauty and history of this sacred trail. Afterward, relax in Aguas Calientes with a well-deserved dinner and a comfortable 3-star hotel stay.
This is more than just a hike—it's a once-in-a-lif...
Highlights
2 days
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional Tour Guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese
