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1 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Cusco, Peru
$519
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The 1-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu offers a unique opportunity to trek through breathtaking landscapes and ancient Incan sites. Starting early with a hotel pickup in Cusco, enjoy a scenic train ride to Km 104, where the adventure begins. Ascend the original Inca stone steps through lush cloud forests to Wiñayhuayna, explore its archaeological wonders, and savor a box lunch amidst nature. Witness your first view of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate and delve into the citadel's history during a guided tour. Conclude your day with a scenic train ride back to Ollantaytambo and a return to Cusco.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
From Cusco: Inca Trail Express Challenge 1 Day to Machu Picchu
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 13 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Shuttle bus: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
- 24/7 assistance during the tour.
- Professional licensed tour guide (English/Spanish).
- Entry permits: Inca Trail (Km 104) and Machu Picchu (circuit 1).
- Dinner in Aguas Calientes (unless specified in upgraded packages).
- Round-trip train tickets: Ollantaytambo – Km 104 – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo (Expedition)
- Box lunch during the trek (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free options available).
- Pre-departure briefing (the evening before the trek in Cusco).
- Hotel pickup in Cusco and private transfer to Ollantaytambo train station.
- First aid kit and oxygen supply carried by guide.
- Secure luggage storage in Cusco office (you only carry a small daypack on the trek).
- Tips for guides and drivers (optional).
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs, etc.).
- Trekking poles (available for rent).
- 04:00 – 04:30 AM | Hotel Pickup in Cusco – Transfer to Ollantaytambo Your adventure begins early in the morning with a hotel pickup in Cusco. We’ll drive through the Sacred Valley in a private tourist transport to the Ollantaytambo train station (approx. 2 hours). (pass by)
- 06:10 AM | Scenic Train to Km 104 (Chachabamba) Board the tourist train (Expedition, Vistadome, or 360° depending on service booked) for a panoramic 1.5-hour journey along the Urubamba River. We’ll arrive at Km 104, the official starting point of the Inca Trail. (pass by)
- 07:30 AM | Starting Point – Chachabamba Archaeological Site (2,100 m / 6,927 ft) After passing the checkpoint, we’ll begin the trek with a guided visit to Chachabamba, an Incan ceremonial and agricultural site that once supplied food to Machu Picchu. Your guide will explain its importance before we continue. (pass by)
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08:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Ascent to Wiñayhuayna (2,650 m / 8,747 ft) We’ll climb the original Inca stone steps for about 3 hours, surrounded by lush cloud forest full of orchids, bromeliads, exotic birds, and perhaps even the rare spectacled bear. Our destination is the stunning Wiñayhuayna, “Forever Young,” one of the most beautiful and well-preserved archaeological sites on the Inca Trail. Explore its terraces, temples, and ceremonial areas with your guide.
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Winay Wayna12:00 PM | Box Lunch in Nature Enjoy a nutritious box lunch in the middle of this unique environment while resting and taking in the surrounding scenery.
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Trek to Inti Punku (Sun Gate – 2,730 m / 8,956 ft) We continue walking on the ancient stone path for about 1.5 hours until we reach the legendary Inti Punku (Sun Gate), the original entrance to Machu Picchu. From here, you’ll witness your first breathtaking panoramic view of Machu Picchu—a once-in-a-lifetime moment. (pass by)
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Machu Picchu02:00 PM – 04:00 PM | Machu Picchu (2,400 m / 7,874 ft) Descending from the Sun Gate, we’ll officially enter Machu Picchu through the upper trail (circuit 1B). Here you can take your first photos of the citadel. If you booked a guided tour inside Machu Picchu, we’ll continue with one of the available circuits (2A, 2B, or 3B depending on availability). During this 2-hour guided tour, your guide will explain the history, architecture, and mysteries of the Inca civilization.
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Aguas Calientes04:00 PM – 05:00 PM | Descent to Aguas Calientes Take the shuttle bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Depending on your service, you may enjoy a dinner in a local restaurant before boarding your train.
- 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM | Train Back to Ollantaytambo Board your return train to Ollantaytambo. Relax and enjoy the scenic ride after an unforgettable day. (pass by)
- 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Return to Cusco At Ollantaytambo, private tourist transport will be waiting to drive you back to Cusco. You’ll arrive at your hotel between 9:30 and 10:00 PM, completing your 1-day Inca Trail experience. (pass by)
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1 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Cusco, Peru
$519
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!