We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 a.m. and travel to Ollantaytambo to board the train to Chachabamba (Km 104), the starting point of the short Inca Trail. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a picnic-style breakfast before beginning the hike along a scenic section of the trail, with views of the Urubamba River valley and lush high-jungle vegetation—great for spotting birds and seasonal orchids. You’ll visit Chachabamba and continue toward Wiñay Wayna, one of the most impressive Inca sites on the route thanks to its terraces and dramatic natural setting, while your guide shares stories, history, and Inca secrets. After a picnic lunch, you’ll hike to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), the iconic viewpoint for your first panoramic postcard view of Machu Picchu and memorable photos. Finally, you’ll descend by bus to Aguas Calientes, check into a 3-star hotel, enjoy dinner, and rest for the next day. (Note: passengers carry their box lunch and personal belongings.)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
