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Experience the most iconic section of the Inca Trail in just two unforgettable days. Begin at Kilometer 104 and hike along original Inca stone paths through lush cloud forest, visiting the stunning ruins of Wiñay Wayna before arriving at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu. Few moments compare to seeing the Lost City of the Incas appear beneath you.
Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, then return the next morning for a guided exploration of Machu Picchu’s temples, terraces, and sacred spaces.
Perfect for active travelers short on time, this adventure blends history, culture, and rewarding hiking. Permits are limited and sell out quickly — book early to secure your spot on this bucket-list journey.
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Pick up is around 3-3:30am depending on the amount of pick up locations.
Itinerary
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1Inca Trail
Depart Cusco at 4:00 AM for a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo for breakfast, then board the train to Kilometer 104, the start of the Short Inca Trail. Hike 11 km (6.8 miles) along original Inca stone paths through lush cloud forest. Visit the stunning ruins of Wiñay Wayna before enjoying a picnic with mountain views. Continue to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Descend to the upper terraces for iconic photos, then take the shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes for hotel check-in and evening at leisure. Distance: 11 km | Highest Point: 2,720 m | Weather: Warm & humid
10 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Machu Picchu
Rise early for a guided visit to Machu Picchu. After a 30-minute bus ride from Aguas Calientes, enter the citadel and enjoy panoramic viewpoints before a 2–3 hour guided tour along Circuit 3 (Royal Route). Explore the Temple of the Sun, agricultural terraces, Sacred Rock, and Temple of the Condor while learning about Incan history and engineering. Optional hikes to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain are self-guided (permit required). Return by train to Ollantaytambo and private transfer to Cusco, arriving around 7:30 PM. Meals: Breakfast | Climate: Warm & humid
10 hours • Admission ticket free
CUSCO TO AGUAS CALIENTES
GUIDED TOUR OF MACHU PICCHU
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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