2-Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu via Sun Gate from Cusco

2 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Experience the iconic Inca Trail on a 2-day, 1-night adventure from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Trek from KM 104 through lush Andean landscapes, explore the remarkab...

Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Wiñay Wayna · Languages: English, Spanish

Know before you go: We need to book your Inca Trail and Machu Picchu tickets in advance.; To book in advance, we need a picture of your passport and the prepayment.

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What's Included

Pick up from your hotel
Private transport from your hotel to the train station or bus station
English-speaking professional guide experienced in trekking
Private guided tour in Machu Picchu
Expedition Tourist Train from Ollantaytambo to KM 104 - Aguas Calientes and back to Ollantaytambo
Admission tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Archaeological Site (Circuit 1 and Circuit 3)
One night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes (hot shower, bathroom, private room)
Box lunch
First-aid kit including an emergency oxygen tank
Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip - day 2)
Dinner in Aguas Calientes town

Not Included

Bus tickets from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (Day 1)
Extra porter (if you need help with your personal belongings)
Wayna Picchu Mountain: US$65
Machu Picchu Mountain: US$60
First breakfast (Day 1)
Last lunch at Machu Picchu (Day 2)
Tips for your staff

Itinerary

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Day 01

Cusco to KM 104 via Ollantaytambo and Trek to Machu Picchu

Pick up from your hotel in Cusco early in the morning. Drive for approximately two hours to the Ollantaytambo train station. Drive for approximately two hours to the Ollantaytambo train station. Board the train for approximately one hour to KM 104, also known as Chachabamba. Board the train for approximately one hour to KM 104, also known as Chachabamba. Begin the trek on the Inca Trail. Begin the trek on the Inca Trail. Hike uphill for approximately four hours through lush Andean scenery. Hike uphill for approximately four hours through lush Andean scenery. Arrive at the archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna, meaning Always Young. Arrive at the archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna, meaning Always Young. Enjoy a boxed lunch in the mountains while taking time to rest and admire the panoramic views. Enjoy a boxed lunch in the mountains while taking time to rest and admire the panoramic views. Continue hiking toward Inti Punku, also known as the Sun Gate. Continue hiking toward Inti Punku, also known as the Sun Gate. Reach the Sun Gate and enjoy the first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu from above. Reach the Sun Gate and enjoy the first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu from above. Descend for approximately 45 minutes to reach Machu Picchu. Descend for approximately 45 minutes to reach Machu Picchu. Explore the upper section of Machu Picchu following Circuit 01. Explore the upper section of Machu Picchu following Circuit 01. Take the iconic postcard photograph of the citadel. Take the iconic postcard photograph of the citadel. Travel by bus or hike down to Aguas Calientes. Travel by bus or hike down to Aguas Calientes. Arrive in Aguas Calientes at approximately 5:00 PM. Arrive in Aguas Calientes at approximately 5:00 PM. Check in to the hotel with assistance from your guide. Check in to the hotel with assistance from your guide. Enjoy free time before dinner, with the option to visit the hot springs. Enjoy free time before dinner, with the option to visit the hot springs. Have dinner and spend the night at the hotel. Walking Distance: 12 kilometers. Difficulty Level: Moderate. Meals Included: Lunch and dinner. Accommodation: Two- or three-star hotel. Overnight: Aguas Calientes.
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Day 02

Sunrise at Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco

Take an early morning bus to Machu Picchu, starting at approximately 5:30 AM. Witness sunrise over Machu Picchu, weather permitting. Witness sunrise over Machu Picchu, weather permitting. Enter the archaeological site and experience the atmosphere of this New Seven Wonder of the World. Enter the archaeological site and experience the atmosphere of this New Seven Wonder of the World. Follow Circuit 03 during a guided tour lasting approximately two to three hours. Follow Circuit 03 during a guided tour lasting approximately two to three hours. Visit key landmarks, including the Temple of the Sun, Inca Houses, water fountains, agricultural terraces, Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, and storehouses. Visit key landmarks, including the Temple of the Sun, Inca Houses, water fountains, agricultural terraces, Sacred Rock, the Temple of the Condor, and storehouses. Return to Aguas Calientes after the guided visit. Return to Aguas Calientes after the guided visit. Enjoy lunch on your own in Aguas Calientes. Enjoy lunch on your own in Aguas Calientes. Transfer to the train station for the return journey to Ollantaytambo. Transfer to the train station for the return journey to Ollantaytambo. Board the afternoon train, depending on ticket availability. Board the afternoon train, depending on ticket availability. Continue by private transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco. Continue by private transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco. Arrive at your hotel in Cusco at approximately 7:30 PM. Arrive at your hotel in Cusco at approximately 7:30 PM. Difficulty Level: Easy. Difficulty Level: Easy. Optional Activities Climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain with a reservation. Climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain with a reservation. Visit the local museum in Aguas Calientes. Visit the local museum in Aguas Calientes. Relax at the Aguas Calientes hot springs, with the entrance fee paid locally. Relax at the Aguas Calientes hot springs, with the entrance fee paid locally.