About this experience
Small groups and guaranteed departures: Travel in groups of up to 6 people and enjoy a closer and more personalized experience. Departures are guaranteed from 2 passengers. Professional guide throughout the tour: Our official guide will accompany you during the experience, sharing the history, culture and meaning of the Inca Trail, as well as providing assistance and guidance during the hike. Inca Trail and Machu Picchu in 2 days : Walk the historic Inca Trail from Km 104, discover Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna, arrive in Inti Punku to enjoy your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu and rest a night in Aguas Calientes before visiting the citadel the next day. Hydration during walking : Top up your reusable bottle with purified water using our portable filtration system, a practical alternative to keep you hydrated during the walk.
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.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
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
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What is included
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen
- Pre-travel briefing
- Train from Ollantaytambo to Km 104
- Lunch
- Water Recharge at the start of Travel
- Dinner
- Permit and entrance to the Short Inca Trail
- Breakfast
- 1 night accommodation in 3 star hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- 3 Bus ticket down, up and down to Machu Picchu
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Official bilingual professional guide (Spanish and English)
- Private roundtrip transportation between Cusco and Ollantaytambo
Not included
- Lunch and dinner in Aguas Calientes (day 2).
- Tips (optional).
- Travel insurance.
- Additional costs for unforeseen changes (bad weather, safety concerns, etc.).
- Other languages are $70.00 (Upon request)
- Trekiking poles
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- One day before departure, Sakura Expedition will contact you to confirm the pick-up time and point. Depending on the location of your hotel, we can pick you up directly or indicate a nearby point. We will look for the most comfortable option for you
- Free pickup from hotels located within our service area in downtown Cusco. The Sakura Expedition team will confirm the exact pick-up time before the tour. Guests must be ready in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled time. If the accommodation is outside our pick-up area, the nearest meeting point will be provided.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Sakura Expedition
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
- Under 8 years
- People with heart problems
- Persons with reduced mobility
- People without good physical condition
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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