Experience the highlights of the Classic Inca Trail in just two days. Walk through cloud forest, discover Inca sanctuaries such as Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna, and reach the Sun Gate for your first view of Machu Picchu.
On the second day, enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu at sunrise before returning to Cusco by train.
2 days / 1 night
✅ Shared group : Up to 12 people.
✅ Private group : From 2 people, with flexible schedules, more time at each site, adapted to your pace, and with the possibility of personalizing the experience. Entrance fees are also included. (Please inquire about personalized rates).
The adventure begins before dawn. At 3:50 a.m., your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to Ollantaytambo, where you will board the Peru Rail or Inca Rail train to kilometer 104 of the railway. This route is considered one of the five most beautiful in the world. Along the way, you will admire Nevado Veronica (5,893 m), the cornfields of the Sacred Valley, and the beginning of the Classic Inca Trail.
Trekking begins at Km. 104. You will get off the train at Km. 104, where you will pass through the checkpoint for the Short Inca Trail. After a short walk, you will visit Chachabamba, a small Inca sanctuary next to the Urubamba River.
Ascent to Wiñaywayna. The hike continues with a 4-hour climb to Wiñaywayna, an impressive archaeological site known as the Mini Machu Picchu. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the lush cloud forest, observing orchids, bromeliads, and birds such as the Andean cock-of-the-rock and hummingbirds. Just 20 minutes from Wiñaywayna, you’ll find a beautiful 15-meter waterfall, perfect for a refreshing dip.
Lunch and hike to the Sun Gate. After a delicious lunch, you’ll continue for 1 hour and 30 minutes to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where you’ll enjoy your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu at sunset. From here, you’ll descend for 45 minutes to the main viewpoints.
Camp at Puente Ruinas. After the hike, you’ll take a 20-minute bus ride to Puente Ruinas, where you’ll spend the night in a camp set up by the porters. Here you’ll receive warm water to refresh yourself before resting under the stars, experiencing an authentic adventure of the Classic Inca Trail.
To make the most of your visit to Machu Picchu, we’ll start early. At 5:00 am, you’ll get ready and take the bus from Aguas Calientes to the Inca citadel, a journey of approximately 30 minutes. You’ll arrive around 6:15 am, just in time to witness the sunrise over this wonder of the world.
Your guide will take you to the best spots to capture amazing photos and will tell you the history, secrets, and architectural details of this Inca jewel.
Around midday, we’ll descend by bus to Aguas Calientes. Here you’ll have the option to enjoy a leisurely lunch (not included). During this time, your guide will give you your train tickets. If you prefer not to have lunch, be sure to coordinate with your guide to receive them before leaving Machu Picchu.
The return train journey will be in the Expedition class (unless you have requested an upgrade). Depending on the assigned schedule, you will depart from Aguas Calientes at 3:20 pm or 4:22 pm for either Ollantaytambo (2 hours) or Poroy (4 hours).
Upon arrival, our transportation will be waiting to take you back to Cusco. We will drop you off at your hotel entrance or as close as possible if access is limited. Arrival in Cusco.
It is a moderate to challenging hike with a 4-hour climb on day 1. Good physical condition is recommended.
Pick-up is at 3:50 a.m. from your hotel in Cusco.
Yes, from 2 people, with flexible schedules and the possibility of personalizing the experience.
Entrance fees are included in the private group modality. Please ask about shared group options.
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