About this experience
The Inca Trail is by far the most famous trek in South America and is rated by many to be in the top 5 treks in the world. In just 10 miles (16km) it manages to combine beautiful mountain scenery, lush cloud-forest, subtropical jungle and, of course, a stunning mix of Inca paving stones, ruins and tunnels. The final destination of the trail just cannot be beaten: Machu Picchu, the mysterious "Lost City of the Incas"
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Original passport and copies
Local guides to help you plan
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Guide
Plan the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with practical guidance on permits, the Km 82 route, timing, published access rates, and booking decisions.
Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.
Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
A Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco is possible, but it requires advance entry tickets, carefully matched transport, and a very early start. Use this practical guide to choose a circuit, build a realistic schedule, compar
What is included
- excellent English speaking guide
- bus to ollantaytambo train station (2 Hrs)
- Pick up form your Hotel at 04:00 am
- Food , Dinner
- Lunch
- hostel Private room for 2 person in Aguas Calientes town. (Shower and bathroom)
- Breakfast
- Two-hours guided tour at Machu Picchu
- Guided Tour in Machupicchu on the second Day
- Tourist train ( Expedition train service) to Km 104 ( trailhead of the Inca Trail)
- Permits and fees for the 2 Day Inca Trail park
- Pre-departure briefing at 7 pm presented by your tour guide tell us where are you going to stay
- Tourist train ( Expedition train service) return to Cusco or train to Ollanta and transport back to Cusco
- Guided visit of Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna
Not included
- Breakfast on the first morning and lunch on the last day after machu picchu
- Entry to the hot spring in Aguas Calientes 20 soles (optional)
- Bus up and down aguas caliente - Machu picchu one way US$12
- Lunch and Dinner on the 2nd Day
- Tips for your guide is not mandatory.
- Entry to Hot springs in Santa Teresa
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- also we come to pick you up from your hotel let us know where are you going to stay
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PERU TRAVEL COMPANY
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Original passport and copies
- student cards from your own university
- You only need to carry a small day pack
- Water to drink ( 2 liters)
- Camera, binoculars
- Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Sun hat and gloves
- T-shirts / shirts
- Comfortable hiking zip off trousers
- Basic toiletries
- Hat or cap for the sun, essential
- Sunscream with sun protection
- Insect repellent for mosquitoes (Malaria or Yellow fever not been reported)
- Rain pants
- Bathing suit (for hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Sun protection cream ( factor 35 recommended ) sun is strong
- Insect Repellent ( for mosquitos )15 % of deet at least
- Water bottle
- Comfortable hiking boots, runners or sturdy shoes
- Money in soles or dollars. ATM´s or cash machines and travelers cheques in Aguas Calientes are more expensive to change
- Short pants , Plaster and bandages
- Walking poles (with rubber tips) they can also be hired from us (they can be used on the Inca Trail if they have rubber tips)
- NOTE: walking poles are not allowed into machu picchu city
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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