About this experience
The famous “Inca Trail” to Machu Picchu is one of the best trekking routes in South America. Walk in the footsteps of our noble Inca ancestors to their incredible Inca fortress, Machu Picchu, and dare to discover its secrets. The “Inca Trail” is where the more daring choose to hike to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit unique archaeological sites that can only be accessed on foot along this route and immerse yourself in the stunning Andean mountain scenery and dense vegetation. You will face challenges along the way, but you will receive the most incredible reward when you enter the Sun Gate and get your first glimpse of the mystical Machu Picchu. If you are looking for an adventure in Peru, consider the “Inca Trail” as an option to reach this wonderful destination.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
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
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
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Return train from Machu Picchu town to Ollantaytambo
- Breakfast
- Second guide for groups of more than 9 people
- A professional tour guide prepared in first aid and experienced in the route and history
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco
- 1 night in hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Transfer from Cusco to the train station of Ollantaytambo
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu for the first and second day
- First aid kit and oxygen bottle for emergencies
- Intrance ticket for the Inca Trail 2 days
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to kilometer 104 which is the trailhead
Not included
- Breakfasts of the first day
- Lunch of the second day
- Extra expenses
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Go to Plaza Kusipata at 4:00 - 4:30 am and the transfer will be waiting for you to take you to the transportation.
- 30 minutes before the tour starts, our transfer will pick you up at your hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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