Duration	02 DAYS – 01 NIGHT	Highest Point	2,700 masl (8,856ft)
Difficulty degree	MODERATE	Lowest Point	2,000 masl (6,562 ft)
Distance	13 KM (8,08ft)	Group Service	MIN. 02 – MAX. 12 PAX
Walking time	7 HOURS	Private Service	EVERY 10 PAX – 01 GUÍDE

This is a fantastic option for those who don’t have the time or desire to hike the full length of the Inka Trail. With beautiful scenery, a wide variety of flora and fauna on display and a visit to the Inka Trail’s most beautiful site (Wiñaywayna), you get to enjoy the all the best bits of the Inka Trail condensed in to a one day walk.

Covering a distance of 16 km / 10 miles, the 2-day Inka Trail is a path with a moderate degree of difficulty, but being a walk that offers direct contact with nature and Andean culture, it is perfect for families with children. and for those who do not have much time.

Category
Trekking
Code Tour
CUS2D401
Location
Cusco, Peru
Tourism Modality
Culture, adventure, ecology
Duration
2 days / 1 night
Distance
16 km / 10 miles
Min. Altitude
2,100 m / 6561 ft
Max. Altitude
2,700 m / 8858 ft
Difficulty
Medium
Group Size
4 to 10 people
Gastronomy
Local, Novoandina, International
Transportation
Tourist Bus
First Aid Kit
+ Emergency oxygen bottle
Student Discount
US$ 20

Day 1

Cusco – KM 104 – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes

Early morning, we pick you up from your hotel and drive to the train station to board the train that will take us to km.104 on the Cusco – Machupicchu railroad (starting point of the hike), where we arrive at around 10:00 am. We start visiting the Chachabamba archaeological complex (2150m/7052ft), located very close to the control point, to then embark upon an 8 km (5 miles) ascending trail, which after four hours takes us to the archaeological complex of Wiñaywayna (2650m/8692ft). This is an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector. On the way up we may enjoy magnificent views of the Urubamba River valley and the Choquesuysuy archaeological complex located on the other side of the river, and also of a beautiful waterfall located just a few minutes away from Wiñaywayna. We then continue and climb to Intipunku, or The Sun Gate. This will take an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones on the edges of cliffs in highland jungle. From this fabulous spot, we may contemplate the sacred citadel of Machupicchu. From Intipunku we descend to Machupicchu and then by bus to Aguas Calientes. We are then accommodated at the selected hotel/hostel.

Meals: Lunch (box-lunch), dinner in a restaurant in Aguas Calientes

Total distance: 12 kms (7.5 miles)

Estimated walking time: 6hrs approximately

Accommodations: Hotel / Hostels according your reservation

Difficulty: Easy / moderate

Day 2

Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes – Cusco

We wake up early and board a bus to Machupicchu where we begin a complete guided tour of the Inka city that will take approximately two hours. You will then have free time to walk around, climb up the Waynapicchu Mountain, where one can experience spectacular views of all of Machupicchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it (please note that there are only 400 visitors allowed per day), or visit the Temple of the Moon or the impressive Inka Bridge. In the afternoon, we meet in the town of Aguas Calientes where, if you like, you can visit and relax in its hot springs. From here we take the train back to Cusco or the Sacred Valley, where we arrive after nightfall.

Meals: breakfast at your hotel.

* Departure and arrival times are approximated.

INCLUDED

Pre-departure briefing
Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer to the train station (in Cusco or the Sacred Valley) – Hotel.
Tourist Train (Expedition or Voyager): Cusco – Km 104 of the railroad (start point of the trail) (*)
Inka Trail and Machupicchu entrance fee
English speaking professional and official tourist guide (2 guides for groups of over 10 people)
Meals: 01 box-lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast (Vegetarian menus are available at no extra cost)
Basic accommodation in Aguas Calientes town (in you prefer we can help you to reserve a high category hotel)
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
03 Bus tickets from Machupicchu (1^st day one-way down, 2^nd day round trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes)
Tourist train (Expedition or Voyager) from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Transportation by tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
24 hours guest service: please ask for the emergency number available during your time of visit.

DOES NOT INCLUDE

Breakfast 1^st day
Lunch and dinner on the last day: after the guided tour at Machupicchu, you can enjoy free time and choose to have lunch either in Machupicchu or in Aguas Calientes at your own expense. Arrival in Cusco is estimated after nightfall.
Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes: only 10 minutes from the village center, entrance fee is s/10.00 (US$ 3.5 aprox.).
Tips

WHAT WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BRING

Mask and face shield to protect against covid 19
A backpack with a basic change of clothes
Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes
Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
Sun block
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
Handkerchiefs
Personal clean articles (Toilet paper, small towell)
Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
Water container and water for the first day. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into the Inka Trail. Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended
Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
Cash in soles and/or US$
Original Passport
Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inka Trail)

DISCOUNTS (to apply discounts. Please send us an email at info@inkatrailsadventure.com)

UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD (Students must be below 25 years): US$ 20. Please send us a scanned copy of the student card at the time of booking.
Under 17 years old: US$ 20 Please send us a copy of passport at the time of booking.
Under 12 years old: US$ 20 Please send us a copy of passport at the time of booking.
Group of 5 or more: US$ 10 per person. All you need is to book the trek together at the same time.

UPGRADES:

Waynapicchu Mountain (Based on Availability): + US$20 Based on Availability (ask for it at the time of booking)
Machupicchu Mountain (Based on Availability): + US$20 Based on Availability (ask for it at the time of booking)
Upgrade to Vistadome Train (First Class Train) (Includes Private Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco) + US$80
Extra Night in Aguas Calientes + US$30 per person (Twin Bed room, 3 Beds room & 4 Beds Room with Private shower & Bathroom)

OPTIONAL SERVICES / RENTALS

DAY PACK 20 – 30 liters (Rain cover included): + US$15 for the entire trip
VEGETARIAN FOOD. Available at no extra cost. Please mention it in the moment of your reservation.
ACCOMMODATION in Aguas Calientes or Machupicchu: please let us know if you wish a better hotel, in this case, mention us your requested hotel category and accommodation, and the number of nights you wish us to book. Our Reservation Department will provide you with a list of our selected hotels, services and prices for you to choose from.

ADITIONAL INFO:

BRIEFING: for all our treks is a Night before we do the trek at 6:00pm in our office, But if you want us to come to your Hotel let us know in advance. (You will get a chance to meet your guide and as well as to give you your duffel bags)
STORAGE: Most Hotels have storage where you can leave the rest of your stuff while you hike to Machupicchu, but if they don’t have a place you can leave your stuff in our storage with no extra cost. (Let us know at the time of briefing)