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The short Inca Trail via Lucmabamba is a secluded Trail in the lush jungle.
DAY 1: Cusco → Lucmabamba → Llactapata → Aguas Calientes
Early van from Cusco via Malaga Pass (5–6 hours drive) to Lucmabamba (~2,085–2,140 m).
After lunch, hike 4–6 hours on the ancient Inca path: moderate-steep ascent through tropical jungle, coffee plantations, waterfalls, exotic birds, and orchids to Llactapata ruins.
Pristine Inca sites (terraces, structures with religious purpose) and epic southeast views of Machu Picchu — a magical unique reveal.
Descend 3 hours to Hidroeléctrica, then walk along the river (2 hours) to Aguas Calientes town. Overnight in a hotel
DAY 2: Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → Return to Cusco
Early bus (6:00 AM) up to Machu Picchu for sunrise views
2–3 hour guided tour of the citadel: temples, terraces, plazas, and mysteries of the "Lost City of the Incas"
Free time to explore
Afternoon train (Expedition) to Ollantaytambo, then van/bus back to Cusco (evening arrival).,
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Meeting and pickup
We pick up our travelers from their accommodation.
What to expect
DAY 1: Cusco → Lucmabamba → Llactapata → Aguas Calientes
Early van from Cusco via Malaga Pass (5–6 hours drive) to Lucmabamba (~2,085–2,140 m).
After lunch, hike 4–6 hours on the ancient Inca path: moderate to chanllenging -steep ascent through tropical jungle, coffee plantations, waterfalls, exotic birds, and orchids to Llactapata ruins.
Pristine Inca sites (terraces, structures with religious purpose) and epic southeast views of Machu Picchu — a magical unique reveal.
Descend 3 hours to Hidroeléctrica, then walk along the river (2 hours) to Aguas Calientes town. Overnight in a hotel
DAY 2: Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → Return to Cusco
Early bus up to Machu Picchu for sunrise views
2–3 hour guided tour of the citadel: temples, terraces, plazas, and mysteries of the "Lost City of the Incas"
Free time to explore
Afternoon train (Expedition) to Ollantaytambo, then van/bus back to Cusco (evening arrival, around 10pm)
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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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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