Inca Trail Trek 2D/1N

DAY 1: Cusco – Wiñay Huayna  – Aguas Calientes (L)

We will pick you up from your hotel very early in the morning and travel directly to the train station where we catch the train that follows the Urubumba River in the Sacred Valley of the Incas until Km 104.  Here we start the trek, crossing the bridge after checking in with original passports at the government control check-point.  Right after passing the control point, we will visit the archeological ruins of Chachabamba, an altitude of 2250 meters above sea level.  This was an important place for agricultural products to be brought for transport to Cusco.  We then continue the trek until Wiñay Huayna, wiith beautiful views of the Urubumba River along the way, and the opportunity to observe a mega diversity of flora, among them many famous orchids.
Wiñay Huayna is another point of interest, to learn about the history of these important archeological ruins.  After lunch, we continue the trek until Machu Picchu, passing through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), watching the sunset over the famous temple.  We then descend by bus to Aguas Calientes town, located at 2000 m.a.s.l.  Here you will be introduced to your respective hotels, and have the evening to explore the town, with many touristic restaurant options.
Total distance: 14km (8 miles)
Estimated time: 7 – 8 hours
Chachabamba: 2,150m / 7,053 ft
High altitude: 2,700m / 8,858 ft (Sun Gate)
Low altitude: 2,000m / 6,561 ft ( Aguas Calientes town)

DAY 2: Tour from Machu Picchu – Cusco ( B )

After breakfast provided in hotel, we walk to the bus station to take the bus up the mountain to the Machu Picchu entrance (about 30 minutes and 400 meters above the Aguas Calientes town).  With opportunity to see the sunrise, your guided tour of the citadel then commences, visiting the main plaza, Circular Tower (Torre Circular), Sacred Solar Clock (Sagrado Reloj Solar), the Sacred Quarters, Temple of the Three Windows and the cemeteries. Later there will be free time to explore more, take photos, also visit the Temple of the Moon or the impressive Inca Bridge, and then catch the bus that heads down to Aguas Calientes town (2000m), you can visit and relax in the hot springs and finally board the return train and transportation to your hotel in Cusco city.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Detailed explanations by your guide in a briefing 1 or 2 days prior to your tour that included maps related to the trek
• Pick-up from your hotel on your departure: touristic private transport from your hotel to the train station
• Entrance tickets to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• Professional English / Spanish guide for entire tour
• Assistant or second guide when there are groups over 8
• Meals according to program + snack at beginning of the trek
• Water bottle and Box lunch in Wiñayhuayna
  egetarian meals at no extra charge (also allergy-related menus can be accommodated)
• Visit the following Inca archaeological sites (Kanabamba, Wiñay Wayna, Sungate & Machu Picchu)
• Bus tickets down to Aguas Calientes town
• 1 night Hotel in Aguas Calientes town, Breakfast on the second day at Hotel
• Second bus tickets Aguas Calientes /Machu Picchu/ Aguas Calientes
• 2 hour private guided tour by your English speaking tour guide (plenty of free time to enjoy Machu Picchu on your own)
• Tourism class train ticket until km 104 (Chachabamba)
• Return ticket in Touristic class train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco.
• First Aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle
• Touristic class transport from Train / Hotel

PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Dinner
• Extra porter (Extra porters available to carry up to 22 Pounds)
• Entrance to Waynapicchu Mountain (book in advance if interested due to limited spaces)
• Tips for porters, cook and guide
• Walking stick ( we can rent if needed)
• Entrance tickets to Hot Springs

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING

• Original Passport (for check-in to the trail),
• Back pack
• Sun-Block
• Mosquito repellent or insect repellent
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Flashlight or head-lamp
• Walking sticks (we can rent)
• Clothing for both cold and warm weather
• Warm clothing and rainproof
• Toque or warm hat, sunhat
• Sunglasses
• Disinfectant hand gel
• Towel + toilet paper
• Plastic poncho, rain coat or rainproof jacket
• Plastic bag to cover backpack
• Camera, with extra batteries
• Plastic bag to cover camera
• Small personal snacks (chocolate bars, granola bars, dried fruits, candies and nuts)
• Extra spending money in Soles (for Hot Springs, drinks, tips, etc).
• Water bottle
• Personal medication

GROUP SERVICE PRICE:

PRIVATE SERVICE:

STUDENT DISCOUNT:

$20 off per person

Discounts:

1. Students: Those who have the ISIC card valid, in the event that you book under a student rate with this benefit, you will need to bring the original card (not a copy) to show it at the control points throughout the route.
2. Children: under 16 years (at the start of the Trek) pay the student rate, however they must show a copy of their passports.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

As you see in our Additional Items under Trip Overview, there are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices, but check our Overview section for more details.

Upgrades

Huaynapicchu: $70 per person
Vistadome Train (Round Trip): $65 per person
HOTEL INCLUDED:
Waman Hotel or Hatun Inti Classic (or similar)
This is a 3 star hotel and is based on sharing a room – either double, matrimonial or triple. There is a single room surcharge if you are booking alone of $30 US per person. Rooms all include private bathrooms with hot showers and wifi. We can also upgrade your hotel if you prefer something a little fancier. Please remember that the service you receive in Aguas Calientes will not be quite as good as Cusco. Below is a list of possible upgrade options, but we can work with most hotels in Aguas Calientes.

Casa Andina: $40 US pp shared ($110 for a single)
Casa del Sol: $60 US pp shared ($150 for a single)
Tierra Viva: +$60 US pp shared (+$150 for a single)
El Mapi: +$70 US pp shared (+$170 for a single)

HOW TO BOOK

It’s always a good idea to contact us directly and confirm with our team before your booking. Once you are ready, please fill in our Booking Form and pay the Deposit according your Invoice. Our office will email you back that day with your confirmation. We always send out confirmations, so if you don’t hear from us, check your spam or contact our offie and we will resend.

Rentals

• Hiking poles pare – US$10.00
• Bag Pack – US$20.00
• Extra Porter USD120.00