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One-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Sacred Valley, Peru
$559
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Experience the best of the legendary Short Inca Trail in just one day from Cusco. Begin your hike at Km 104 and follow the most scenic final stretch of the trail to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where you’ll enjoy your first breathtaking views of Machu Picchu.
Accompanied by an expert local guide, discover hidden Inca ruins along the route before arriving at the magical, UNESCO-listed citadel, where you’ll explore its most important temples and viewpoints. After your visit, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes and unwind on a scenic train ride back to Cusco—a perfect blend of adventure, history, and comfort for travelers short on time.
Accompanied by an expert local guide, discover hidden Inca ruins along the route before arriving at the magical, UNESCO-listed citadel, where you’ll explore its most important temples and viewpoints. After your visit, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes and unwind on a scenic train ride back to Cusco—a perfect blend of adventure, history, and comfort for travelers short on time.
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One-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 17 hours
- Short Inca Trail permit and Machu Picchu entrance ticket (Circuit 3, postcard photo viewpoint)
- Trekking poles (1 pair per person)
- Professional English-speaking trekking guide
- First-aid kit and oxygen tank
- Lunch
- Early morning hotel pickup with shared transport to Ollantaytambo, then train to Km 104
- Bus ticket between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes
- Tips(optional)
- Breakfast
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CuscoEarly Morning Departure Begin your adventure with an early hotel pickup in Cusco, followed by a comfortable bus journey through the Sacred Valley to the Ollantaytambo train station. Along the way, enjoy beautiful views of traditional Andean villages, farmland, and snow-capped mountains. From Ollantaytambo, board a scenic train that follows the Urubamba River, offering stunning views of lush valleys, dramatic cliffs, and the surrounding Andes Mountains as you travel toward the start of the Inca Trail.
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Km 104 (Chachabamba) – Inca Trail Entrance Start the Short Inca Trail at Km 104, passing the official checkpoint and visiting the Chachabamba archaeological site. From here, begin a scenic uphill hike of approximately 3.5 hours toward Wiñay Wayna.
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Winay WaynaWiñay Wayna Archaeological Site Explore the impressive Inca complex of Wiñay Wayna, famous for its stunning terraces, fountains, and ceremonial structures. Learn about Inca history and engineering before enjoying a boxed lunch surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.
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IntipuncuSun Gate (Inti Punku) Continue hiking to the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku), the original entrance to Machu Picchu, where you’ll enjoy your first breathtaking panoramic views of the ancient citadel. Duration: Approx. 20 minutes
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Machu PicchuMachu Picchu Citadel (Guided Tour) Arrive at the magical Machu Picchu Citadel and enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting its most important temples, plazas, terraces, and viewpoints.
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Aguas CalientesAguas Calientes – Return to Cusco After your guided visit to Machu Picchu, descend by shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Board a scenic train through the Sacred Valley, following the Urubamba River to Ollantaytambo Station. Upon arrival, continue by comfortable bus transportation back to your hotel in Cusco, with an evening arrival at approximately 10:00 pm.
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One-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Sacred Valley, Peru
$559
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!