DAY 1
CUSCO – WIÑAY WAYNA – MACHUPICCHU
START OF THE INCA TREK
We pick you up early from your hotel (depending on the train schedule) and take you to the train station. We travel by train for two and a half hours until we reach kilometer 104, the beginning of the trail for us. From here, we have a hike of approximately 4 hours to the Inca site Wiñay Wayna (2680m).
Then, we will continue to ‘Inti Punku’ (‘Sun Gate’) (2730m) from where you will have your first spectacular panoramic view of Machu Picchu (2400m). We will walk the last part of the trail to the ancient city. Before reaching Machu Picchu, we will take a side road off the trail to descend to Aguas Calientes, leaving the visit to Machu Picchu for the next day. In Aguas Calientes we will have dinner and a well-deserved rest so that we can recharge and be ready for Machu Picchu the next day.
MEALS: Box lunch, Lunch, Dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Aguas Calientes.
DAY 2
MACHUPICCHU TOUR – RETURN TO CUSCO
MACHUPICCHU THE WONDER OF THE WORLD
We have breakfast and then take the first bus to Machu Picchu. Your guide offers you a walking tour (2 hours) and then you can explore the mysterious city by yourself. If you have energy, you can also climb Huayna Picchu (2720m) (It takes about 45 minutes to reach the top).
For lunch and you will be given your train tickets back to Cusco (bus transfer from Ollantaytambo). The train generally departs between 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., depending on Peru Rail’s assignments and availability (to be confirmed).
If desired, an extra night in Aguas Calientes can be arranged. This option is very popular as it allows more time to explore Machu Picchu. You can also go to the hot springs in town, a real treat after finishing the Inca Trail.
MEALS: Breakfast.
