Inca Trail 02 Days / 01 Night from US$738

Description

Experience a 2-day journey along the Short Inca Trail, following ancient Inca paths and visiting archaeological sites such as Chachabamba and Wiñayhuayna. The route culminates at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) with panoramic views of Machu Picchu, followed by a guided visit to the Machu Picchu Citadel the next day.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

DOCUMENTATION – 60 DAYS IN ADVANCE:To ensure the best available train option and services, it is mandatory to provide the following information at least 60 days before the travel date: Full name, Nationality, Date of birth, Document type and number, Copy of Passport or Identity Card (RG). National Driving License (CNH) is not accepted as a travel document. Passengers must present the same document used for the reservation when entering Machu Picchu.

MACHU PICCHU TICKETS: Tickets are subject to availability at the time of purchase. They will be requested in the following order: Circuit 2 – morning / Circuit 2 – afternoon / Circuit 3 – Royal Route, as an alternative. The requested circuit and time cannot be guaranteed until the tickets are confirmed.

TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU: All rates include Expedition Train or The Voyager, depending on availability and program operation. Any upgrade to a higher train category is subject to an additional charge and availability.

HOTELS: The hotels indicated are suggested hotels or similar, subject to availability. Hotel reservations and confirmation will be managed 45 days in advance.

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2 Adults

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Destinations 3

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DAY 01: CUSCO – KM 104 – WIÑAYHUAYNA – AGUAS CALIENTES

Early departure for the train station. From Km 104, we will begin the Inca Trail hike, visiting Chachabamba and ascending to Wiñayhuayna, the most impressive archaeological site on the trail. After a break and a boxed lunch, we will continue to the Sun Gate ( Inti Punku ), with panoramic views and sunset at Machu Picchu (Circuit 1). Finally, we will take the bus to Aguas Calientes for dinner and rest at the hotel.

Hiking time: 6 hours.

DAY 02: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES – CUSCO

Breakfast at the hotel. We will leave our excess luggage and take the bus to Machu Picchu, arriving at 6:00 am. We will do Circuit 3, exploring the citadel with a 2.5-hour guided tour, discovering Inca history and culture. Return by bus or on foot to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we will collect our luggage and have lunch before boarding the train back to Cusco.

Walking time: 2 hours.

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ADDITIONAL

Huayna Picchu (subject to availability): $75 USD.
Walking sticks (per day): $6 USD.
Outbound or return trains:
Vistadome ADT $47.00 USD - CHD $29.00 USD

NOTE

The Inca Trail closes every February for maintenance, conservation and protection of the environment due to the heavy rains of the season

RECOMMENDATIONS

Food : Vegetarian, vegan or other options available upon request.
Personal equipment : Backpack with rain cover, face masks, antibacterial gel, clothing for warm and cold weather, appropriate footwear, sunscreen, insect repellent, flashlight, medicines, personal documents, snacks, and extra money.
Optional : Sleeping bag, binoculars, camera and plastic bags.

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