Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Experience the best of the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu in just two unforgettable days.
This private trek is ideal for travelers who want to explore the highlights of the Inca Trail with personalized service, stunning scenery, and expert guidance—without committing to a longer expedition.
Begin with a scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley, then hike from Km 104 through lush cloud forest and past the impressive Wiñay Wayna ruins. Enter Machu Picchu via the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for breathtaking panoramic views.
Unlike group tours, this private experience offers flexibility, comfort, and a deeper connection with each site. Take your time, ask questions, and explore at your own pace.
This short trek blends Inca history, spectacular landscapes, and the legendary trail—all in just two rewarding days.
What's included
Inca Trail permit & Machu Picchu entrance ticket
Round-trip train tickets Cusco – Km 104 – Cusco (Expedition or Inca Rail) and Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
First aid kit, oxygen and emergency equipment on the trail
Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
All taxes and fees, including Peru's 18% sales tax (IGV)
Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes (double room)
Private professional guide (English, Spanish or French)
Day 2 lunch and dinner (great local restaurants available in Aguas Calientes — we're happy to recommend)
Pick-up from your hotel at 4 a.m. and 25-minute transfer to Poroy Train Station
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Board the INKA RAIL train from Poroy through the Sacred Valley.
3.5-hour scenic ride along the Vilcanota River, cloud forests, and canyons.
Arrive at Kilometer 104 (trek starting point)
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Cross the bridge and pass the checkpoint (passport required)
Begin hike toward the Chachabamba ruins, an Inca religious site
Learn about its stone structures and ceremonial use.
Ascend through lush cloud forests filled with vibrant flora and fauna
Pass waterfalls and enjoy spectacular high jungle views
Winay Wayna
1h
Explore the terraces and temples of the Wiñay Wayna archaeological site
Guided tour + free time for photos
Enjoy a picnic lunch here with snacks and bottled water
Inti Punku Sun Gate
45m · Admission ticket included
Hike the final stretch through orchid-filled forests
Climb the 60 steps to Inti Punku (2,750 meters / 9,022 ft)
Take in your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes
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Descend via shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes (2,040 meters / 6,692 ft)
Check into your hotel
Free time: relax at the hot springs (optional, ~S/10) or explore the town.
Dinner and early rest for the next day
Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Aguas Calientes
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Early hotel pickup (4:30–5:00 AM) and board the first shared bus
Arrive at Machu Picchu entrance (passport required)
Machupicchu
3h · Admission ticket included
Guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas
Urban Sector: Main temples, houses, and plazas
Agricultural Sector: Terraces and irrigation systems
Religious Sector: Sacred shrines and ritual areas
Learn about Inca engineering, astronomy, and daily life.
After the guided tour in Machu Picchu, you will have free time to explore by yourself, walk at your own space or climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (Tickets must be booked in advance).
Aguas Calientes
2h
Shuttle bus back to town
Free time for lunch and souvenir shopping.
Your guide will accompany you throughout for assistance and interpretation.
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Board your train from Aguas Calientes to Poroy Station
Private transfer from the station back to your hotel in Cusco
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We offer pick-up from hotels, Airbnbs, and other accommodations within Cusco City and the Sacred Valley.
Please enter your exact address or hotel name in the search bar during booking.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
