Cusco - Huchuyqosqo - Ollantaytambo

Cusco - Guests are picked up from their Cusco hotel and transported to the Patabamba Head Trail Community. The hour-long drive offers stunning scenic views.

Juchuy Coscco - Upon arrival, preparations are made for a moderate uphill climb lasting three hours, reaching the highest point at 4,200 m/13,779 ft, with backpacks in tow. This vantage point provides spectacular views of the surrounding snowcapped mountains and valleys. The journey continues to the Pukamarka settlement for lunch and a visit to the Inca ruins. From there, the ancient Inca path leads to Huchuy Qosqo, an Inca city. After exploring the city, the group heads to the community of Lamay, walking approximately 2 hours down into the Sacred Valley, offering views of the Inca city and breathtaking surroundings.

Overnight: Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley.
Distance: 17 km or 10.7 miles | Difficulty: Challenging
Approximate duration: 7 to 8 hours.
Huchuy qosqo—Pukamarka is a highlight.

Lamay - Transportation is used to reach Ollantaytambo, with minimal time spent in the town.

Ollantaytambo - Upon arrival, guests check into the hotel and have free time to explore the Inca town on foot.

Inca Trail - Sungate - Machu Picchu

Ollantaytambo - The journey continues to the train station for a pleasant ride to the head trail.

Chachabamba - Stop at KM 104. The ancient Inca path begins in the beautiful cloud forest amidst the Andean mountains. Chachabamba, a small archaeological site believed to have been a guard house for Machu Picchu and a place for offerings before entering the Machupicchu citadel, is the first Inca site encountered. The trail then ascends gradually for about three hours, reaching 8,690 feet (2,650 meters). A stunning waterfall is passed along the way, leading to Wiñay Wayna, which means “forever young” in the Indigenous Quechua language.

Winay Wayna Camp - Wiñay Wayna is considered the most exquisite and well-preserved Incan site on the Inca Trail, discovered only seventy years ago. After touring and exploring Wiñaywayna and having lunch, the journey continues on level ground for about 1.5 hours to the “Sun Gate,” offering a grand view of Machu Picchu.

Inti Punku Sun Gate - From the Sun Gate Vista Point, the descent takes around forty minutes toward the main structures of the citadel, providing amazing panoramic views along the paved Classic Inca Trail. Finally, a bus is boarded to Aguas Calientes for dinner and an overnight stay.

The hike covers eight miles (13 kilometers) to Machu Picchu.
Minimum Altitude: 2,030 m, or 6,656 feet
Peak Altitude: 8,690 feet (2,650 meters)
Approximate duration: Six to seven hours.

Machupicchu cusco - The visit includes entry to Machupicchu’s prime location. The sunset is observed before heading to Aguas Calientes.

Aguas Calientes - An overnight stay is followed by a morning stroll around Machupicchu Pueblo.

Machupicchu Wonder of the World - Cusco

Aguas Calientes - After breakfast at the hotel, guests proceed to the bus station for a 20-minute drive to Machu Picchu Sanctuary.

Machupicchu cusco - At Machupicchu, an incredible guided tour of one of the world’s wonders is provided. An early morning start (5 a.m.) is highly recommended to reach the citadel in time to witness the sunrise over the Inca ruins. Due to Machupicchu’s new regulations, the site will be less crowded.

Temple of the Sun - The remarkable artistry of the Incas, arranged by architects and engineers, remains evident even centuries later. The precision of the carved walls contrasts with the wild, lush slopes and rocky peaks. After the Machu Picchu day trip, a bus ride returns guests to Aguas Calientes town and then back to Cusco.

Trekking to Huayna Picchu can be customized.
Customize: Spend an additional day in Machu Picchu.

Ollantaytambo - The return journey is by train. After traveling from Machupicchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambo, transportation is ready to take guests back to their hotel in Cusco.

Cusco - The journey concludes in Cusco, with a transfer back to the hotel.

• Private transportation, public transportation, and buses for the third day
• Taxes and fees: the Huchuyqosqo entrance, Inca Trail permits, and the Machupicchu entrance ticket
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Expert Guide

• Travel insurance, train tickets, personal expenses, and appreciation.

Enter Machupicchu through the sungate and enjoy the breathtaking sunset at the Machupicchu Sanctuary.

Walk the original Inca Trail, the well-known hike that is considered a classic, and hike the Lost Hike, which is only open to a select few.

Learn about the history and culture of the Inca people with our knowledgeable guides and customize your trip in a small group with the Inca Soul Team.

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