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Cusco: Guided 2-Day Hike of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

By Explora Peru 360
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,180 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visit the archaeological site of Chachabamba and the Wiñay Wayna complex.
  • Enjoy a guided tour at Machu Picchu and take in its breathtaking views
  • Ride the train from Ollantaytambo to Km. 104 and return to Cusco.
  • Stay overnight in Aguas Calientes and enjoy a delicious dinner.

Activity location

    • Machu Picchu
    • Urubamba, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Machu Picchu
    • Urubamba, Cusco, Peru

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What's included, what's not

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    Hotel pickup from Cuzco
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    Tourist transport by van
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    Tourist train return
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    Bus to and from Machu Picchu
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    Lunch on day 1 (during the trek)
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    Professional tour guide
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    1 night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
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    First aid assistance
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    Ongoing advice during the service
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    Food not mentioned
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    Extra expenses and service charge
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    Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drones, Making fire, Nudity
  • Not suitable for: People over 95 years, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Day 1: Cusco - Km 104 - Puerta del Sol - Aguas Calientes

Start your adventure with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco and transport by van to the train station in Ollantaytambo. Ride a train to km 104 (Chachabamba), the starting point of your hike.

Begin your trek with a visit to the archaeological site of Chachabamba. Continue with a moderate 3 to 4-hour ascent to the impressive Wiñay Wayna complex, where you'll enjoy a picnic.

Hike through a section of high jungle to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate), where you'll have your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Descend to the citadel to take the classic photos.

Finally, take a coach to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) for dinner and an overnight stay at a reserved hotel.

Day 2: Machu Picchu - Drop-off in Cusco

Take a bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu for a guided tour. Enjoy some free time to explore the site on your own before taking a bus back to the city.

Return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, followed by a van transfer back to Cusco.

Location

Activity location

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    • Machu Picchu
    • Urubamba, Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Machu Picchu
    • Urubamba, Cusco, Peru