Inca Trail trekking to Machu Picchu

We leave Ollantaytambo at 6:10 by train towards where we will start trekking at kilometer 104 (elevation 2100 m. above sea level). Trekking on the Inca Trail in a short version starts at this spot and will take around 4 hours to the Inca ruins of Wiñay Wayna. Next we will trek an additional 2 hours to get to Inti Punku (Gate of the Sun) from where you can enter directly to Machu Picchu. From here you have beautiful view of the ruins from the side.

This days trek ends in Aguas Calientes which is at the bottom of 1500 Inca stairs.

Trekking time: 7-8 hours
Maximum elevation: 3000 m above sea level
Accommodation in Aguas Calientes

This shorter verion of the Inca Trail allows you to see Machu Picchu two days in a row, as well as other interesting local sites. On the second day we will visit Machu Picchu again to see the ruins at sunrise and also climb one of the additional peaks of Machu Picchu Mountain (also called Huayna Picchu).

After sightseeing the ruins with a local guide and climbing the additional peak, you will have free time to explore the area on you own. After your exploring you can return to Aguas Calientes on your own time. From here you will take the train (depending on availability of the tickets) to Ollantaytambo and then a local bus to Cusco (2 hour ride). Estimated arrival in Cusco is 22:30 pm. The guide will provide you all the details regarding the return trip after sightseeing the ruins.

Trekking time: 6-8 hours
Maximum elevation: 3100 m above sea level