One Day Inca Trail Challenge to Machu Picchu with Lunch
- 15 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Hike the famed Inca Trail in just one day on this exhilarating adventure to Machu Picchu. This trek is designed for active travelers looking for an authentic experience, featuring access to stunning archaeological sites like Wiñay Wayna and the exclusive Sun Gate entrance. Enjoy panoramic views of the citadel and the lush Urubamba River while walking the ancient paths. With a professional guide accompanying you from Cusco, every detail is taken care of, ensuring a smooth and unforgettable journey. - Challenge yourself on a fast-paced 12 km (7.5 miles) trek with uneven terrain - Small groups of 4 to 10 for a personalized experience - Includes a nutritious box lunch and expert guidance throughout - Guaranteed departures with no cancellations due to low numbers
Inclusions
What's included
- Machu Picchu ticket
- Private return transfer: Private van transfer back to Cusco
- Inca Trail permit
- Roundtrip train: Tourist class train tickets included
- Medical kit: First-aid kit and emergency oxygen carried by your guide
- Guide with you from Cusco, not just on the trail
- Bus ticket: One-way bus from Machu Picchu down to Aguas Calientes
- Meals: Nutritious box lunch for the hike (vegetarian and vegan options available)
- 24/7 support: Direct WhatsApp access to our team
- Pickup and drop-off directly at your hotel in Cusco
What's not
- Breakfast and Dinner
Itinerary
Hike the final stretch to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). This is your reward: the first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu spread out below you, a view reserved only for hikers.
Walk down to the upper terraces to capture the classic postcard panoramic view. Your guide will then provide an explanation of the site, explaining the history and secrets of this Wonder of the World.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Yapa Explorers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
How it compares in Cusco
- Its from-price is 444% above the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 453 of 1358.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cusco
Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.
The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.
Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.
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