Day 1: Cusco - Urubamba - Km 104 - Wiñay Wayna Site - Machu Picchu -Aguas Calientes

Inca Trail - We will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there, we will travel on a scenic train for one hour to reach Km 104, which is the starting point of the Trail. During the journey, you will witness the breathtaking beauty of the Sacred Valley, which is why the Incas considered it sacred. As we descend into the cloud forest, you will see the picturesque Urubamba River flowing through the landscape. Once we arrive at the trailhead, our first stop will be at the Chachabamba site. We will then embark on a 3-hour uphill hike to reach the magnificent Wiñay Wayna, which will also serve as our lunch spot for the day. Afterward, we will continue our journey through the tropical forest for 2 hours until we reach Sun Gate. Here, we will get our first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. From here, we will walk for 30 minutes to reach the citadel, where we can enjoy the sunset. Later, a bus will transport us to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu - After a warm breakfast, we’ll take the first bus up to Machu Picchu to watch the sunrise and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of this magical site. We’ll pass through the control gate to begin our 2-3 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu’s most important areas. Your guide will explain the site’s enchanting architecture and history, all while you take in the site’s unrivalled beauty. After the visit, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes by bus for an afternoon snack and to catch the train back to Ollantaytambo. A private Van will be waiting for to you to take you back to your hotel in Cusco or Urubamba.

• Private transportation
• 3-star hotel for one night
• Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Bus CONSETTUR round-trip (day 2)
• Professional tour guide
• Panoramic train tickets
• Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (day 1)

• Trekking poles (can be rented from us for $15)

The Short Inca Trail, a two-day journey to Machu Picchu, is ideal for nature enthusiasts. This path allows travelers to witness a variety of wild orchids and observe animals in their natural surroundings. It offers an amazing experience in a brief timeframe, allowing visits to Machu Picchu up to twice. On the trek, a box lunch will be provided, crafted by a chef who specializes in regional cuisine, using organic ingredients grown locally. The meals are tailored to meet the energy needs for the Short Inca Trail. On the second day, visitors have the opportunity to climb the renowned Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain. Discover this orchid paradise!

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