1 Day Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu

5.0 (3 reviews) Cusco, Peru
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Duration7h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This experience offers one of the most authentic ways to reach Machu Picchu by hiking a section of the legendary Camino Inca in just one day. Travelers walk along original Inca stone paths, visit impressive archaeological sites such as Wiñay Wayna, and pass through beautiful cloud forest landscapes rich in biodiversity.

The highlight of the journey is arriving at Intipunku, where travelers enjoy their first breathtaking panoramic view of Machu Picchu—just as the Incas once did centuries ago. This tour combines adventure, history, and spectacular scenery in a single unforgettable day, making it the perfect option for travelers who want the Inca Trail experience without doing the multi-day trek.

What's included

  • Bilingual professional guide
  • A lunch
  • Tickets to the Inca Trail 1 day and Machu Picchu via circuit 1-1b (Upper Terrace).
  • Train tickets
  • First aid kit and oxygen tank.
  • 1 bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
  • Round trip tourist transport between your hotel in Cusco and the Ollantaytambo train station.
  • Tips for your staff (optional)
  • trekking poles
  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu
  • Ticket to Huayna Picchu Mountain.

What to expect

  1. Inca Trail
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    Travelers will start their adventure with an early pickup at 3:45 a.m. from their hotel in Cusco and transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there, they will take the train to Km 104, the starting point of the Short Camino Inca.

    The hike begins with a visit to the archaeological site of Chachabamba, followed by a scenic walk through cloud forest to Wiñay Wayna, where travelers will enjoy a box lunch.

    Continuing the trek, hikers will reach Intipunku, the famous Sun Gate, for the first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Entry to Machu Picchu for hikers arriving via the Inca Trail is exclusively through Circuit 1 (Panoramic Route), where travelers can capture the classic postcard photo from the Guardian viewpoint.

    Afterward, travelers descend by bus to Aguas Calientes and later return by train to Ollantaytambo, followed by transportation back to Cusco.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup time is approximately between 3:30 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. in Cusco.

Our team will contact you via WhatsApp one day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time and final details. Please make sure to provide a valid WhatsApp number at the time of booking so we can coordinate your pickup efficiently.

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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