1 Day Inca Trail Trek
Enjoy the 1 day Inca Trail Trek is a perfect option to reach Machu Picchu through the famous network of Inca trails. The most incredible trips are made on short day hikes through the Andean mountains. The adventure begins in Cusco, passing through the towns of Chinchero, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo, then travel by train to km 104 of the railway to begin the extraordinary adventure of the Inca trail.
On this Inca trail, we will have incredible panoramic views of the Inca ruins of Chachabamba, Choquesuysuy, Wiñaywayna, Inti Punku and Machu Picchu. This is a once in a lifetime adventure you won’t want to miss. Experience the beauty and history of the Inca Trail in one day in a shorter period of time.
Our beautiful 1 Day Inca Trail Trek has a great biodiversity of flora and fauna. We will see and visit beautiful archaeological centers built by the ancient Incas such as Chachabamba, Choquesuysuy and Wiñaywayna Inca sites, surrounded by the Andes beauty.
In this 1-day hike is 12 km / 7.45 miles, starts at 2000 m / 6560 ft and climbs to 2720 m / 8924 ft and is classified as a moderate hike with a slightly high elevation gain.
- This itinerary is designed for travelers who do not have much time but want to enjoy the best and famous Inca Trail.
- Walk the best section of the Inca Trail and enjoy the first views of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate.
- Experience part of the Inca Trail in Peru, considered one of the best national geographic hikes.
- Travel and hike through the cloud forest, feel the power of the majestic mountains, forests and rivers of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and discover ancient archaeological sites.
- Walk the historic Inca Trail with your private guide by your side and enhance your experience of visiting Machu Picchu, one of the new seven wonders of the world.
Included:
- Briefing 1 or 2 days prior to your tour that included maps related to the 1 Day inca trailtrek.
- Pick-up from your hotel on your departure: touristic private transport from your hotel to the train station.
- Entrance tickets to 1 Day Inca Trail Trek.
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
- Professional English / Spanish guide for entire tour.
- Box lunch in Wiñayhuayna.
- Vegetarian meals at no extra charge (also allergy-related menus can be accommodated).
- Visit the following Inca archaeological sites (Chachabamba, Choquesuysuy, Wiñay Wayna, Sungate and Machu Picchu).
- Bus tickets down to Aguas Calientes town.
- 2 hour private guided tour in Machu Picchu by your English speaking tour guide.
- Tourism class train ticket until km 104 (Chachabamba).
- Return train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
- First Aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle.
- All local taxes.
You will need to bring:
- Original passport.
- A good-quality (and small) daypack. Maximum allowed in Machu Picchu is 25 liters, but the smaller the better.
- Hiking boots (waterproof). Sneakers are acceptable but expect to get wet
- Long-sleeved shirts to prevent sunburn.
- Hiking pants.
- Hiking socks.
- Hat to protect you from the sun.
- Rainwear or poncho for the rainy season.
- Camera with extra batteries.
- Toilet paper for the trail and small plastic bag for waste.
- Trail snacks (dry fruits, energy bars, etc.).
- Sunblock and insect repellent.
- Wet wipes.
- Toothbrush/toothpaste.
- Extra money for drinks and tips, souvenirs. We recommend having both soles, in addition to your home currency.
- Personal medications (if necessary).
Does Not Included.
- It is not possible to do the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain climb due to time restraints.
- Extra porter (Extra porters available to carry up to 22 Pounds).
- First breakfast and Dinner at Aguas Calientes.
- Energy snacks will be very useful as chocolate bars, dried fruits.
- Walking stick (we can rent if needed).
- In an effort to reduce plastic waste on the trail we encourage our guests to use refillable water bottles.
- Travel Insurance.
- ** Tips for the crew (Porters and guide).
Pre-trek briefing:
You will have through briefing with your guide 1 or 2 days before your 1 Day Inca Trail Trek.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and you can take this opportunity to ask questions and make any final preparations.
Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Km104 – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel at 4:00am in Cusco for the journey with our private transport to the train station of Ollantaytambo. (If you prefer to begin in Ollentaytambo, we will pick you up at your hotel at 6:00am).
Before boarding the train at 6:40am in Ollantaytambo, we will provide your box lunch, which you carry in your daypack. Then, you and your tour guide will take the train for 1 hour and 30 minutes to the beginning of the Inca Trail, called km 104 (2,000 m / 6560 ft. above sea leave).
After passing the checkpoint, your tour guide will take you to visit the archaeological site Chachabamba. This inca site was one of the last shelters used by the Incas pilgrims before they reached Machu Picchu. The Chachabamba Inca site features several fascinating buildings, and your guide will be delighted to share the history with you.
After that, our inca trail starts with steady ascent for around 3 hours, climbing the original Inca stone step, with several outlook points where you will stop to have an expansive view of the Urubamba River. Along the way we will see some inca site such as Choquesuysuy and other. We will also find a beautiful waterfall before reaching Wiñay Wayna (2,650 m / 8,694 feet). These incredible Incan ruins have a fascinating history and some parts are still hidden by dense jungle.
After exploring the archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna, you will walk for 5 minutes to the lunch spot and have time to eat your delicious box lunch provided by our company, admiring the surrounding tropical flowers, then relax and recharge your energies. You will also see the campsites where people doing the classic Inca Trail spend the night before reaching Machu Picchu.
After taking some time to enjoy the views and take many photos, we continued walking downhill following the classic Inca trail for approximately half an hour towards the ruins of Machu Picchu. Once there, take some time to enjoy the views, take memorable photos, and fill your spirit with the energy of this place. You will then have a 2-hour guided tour of this incredible ancient city and visit temples, terraces, palaces, priests’ houses, the intihuatana, the industrial sector and the crop fields.
After having visited Machu Picchu, we will continue to the main entrance where we will take our bus to Aguas Calientes. In the afternoon, we will take our return train to Ollantaytambo station and private transportation back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel around 10:00 pm.
- Meals:Â Box lunch
- Hiking distance:Â 12 km / 7.46 miles
- Walking time: 6–7 hours
- Lowest elevation:Â 2,040 m / 6,693 ft.
- Highest elevation:Â 2,720m / 8,924 ft.
- Physical rating:Â Moderate
Group Price:
A group tour means that it is open for other trekkers to join you. This means that your group will have varying hiking and fitness abilities. All our guides are experts on how to keep the trek moving and happy no matter how fast you hike.
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$369 per person
We require a minimum of 2 hikers in order to start the 1 Day Inca trail Trek. If you are a solo traveler- please inquire on the dates you are looking to trek so you can join an existing group.
Discounts:
- 18 to 25 years old:Â $25 USD. Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
- Under 18 years old: $25 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Upgrades:
Train Upgrades:
- Vistadome train -US $65 for trip from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (Need to book in advance).
- Hiram Bingham train (deluxe) -US $585 for trip from Aguas Calientes to Poroy.
- Stay the night in Aguas Calientes 2* 3* or 4* hotel. (We will arrange your return train back to Cusco for the next day, however you need to book your own hotel)
Rentals:
- Hiking poles – US$10.00
Starting From: USD per person
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