DAY 1: CUSCO – KM 104 – WIÑAY WAYNA – SUN GATE – MACHU PICCHU.

Pick-up from your hotel at 4:30 a.m. and transfer by private bus to Ollantaytambo Station (~2 hours). Board the train to Km 104, the start of the Short Inca Trail.

Walk a few minutes to explore Chachabamba (2,100 m / 6,889 ft), then continue 3.5 hours to the impressive Wiñayhuayna (2,600 m / 8,530 ft) for lunch with panoramic views.

Afterward, hike 2 hours to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku, 2,730 m / 8,956 ft) for your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu, then descend to the citadel to take iconic photos.

Finally, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m / 6,692 ft) and enjoy tea time before dinner at your campsite by the Urubamba River.

Distance: 9 km / 5.6 mi
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Meals: Box lunch, snacks, tea & dinner

DAY 2: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHUPICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES – CUSCO

Pick-up from your hotel at 4:30 a.m. and transfer by private bus to Ollantaytambo Station (~2 hours). Board the train to Km 104, the start of the Short Inca Trail.

Walk a few minutes to explore Chachabamba (2,100 m / 6,889 ft), then continue 3.5 hours to the impressive Wiñayhuayna (2,600 m / 8,530 ft) for lunch with panoramic views.

Afterward, hike 2 hours to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku, 2,730 m / 8,956 ft) for your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu, then descend to the citadel to take iconic photos.

Finally, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m / 6,692 ft) and enjoy tea time before dinner at your campsite by the Urubamba River.

Distance: ~9 km / 5.6 mi
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Meals: Box lunch, snacks, tea & dinner

INCLUDED

• Transfer from the airport to your hotel for free
• Pick you up from the hotel in a private transportation Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station
• The tourist train round trip from Ollantaytambo to KM 104 – Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (train schedule depends on availability)
• 3 bus tickets per tourist.
• Professional tour Guide in hiking experience (English and Spanish-speaking)
• Entrance fees to the short Inca Trail and the archaeological site of Machu Picchu
• One-night camping accommodation
• First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle..
• Taxes
• Dining tent, kitchen and tables
• Private bathroom tent for the group.
• 4 person tents (large and comfortable) for each 2 trekkers
• Foam mattresses
• Hot water for washing purposes
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food with prior request)

NOT INCLUDED

• First breakfast (served in hotel)
• Last lunch in Aguas Calientes.
• Entrance ticket to the hot springs.
• Sleeping bag (can be rented from the company)
• Huayna Picchu and Machupicchu Mountain: $75 USD – This needs to be booked in advance and please let us know at the time of booking (it books out very quickly).
• Tips for the crew, guide, cook and porters of Machupicchu Condor trek!
• Entrance ticket to Puente Inca

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

• Original passport required (the same used for booking your trek)
• International Student Card (if you booked as a student)
• Daypack (the smaller, the better)
• Water storage:  2-3 L (Camelbaks are encouraged)
• Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
• Toilet paper
• Good rain gear
• Sun Hat
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Wool Hat
• Rain gear or Rain plastic poncho 
• Fleece
• Snacks like chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dry fruits 
• Camera
• Sleeping bag: It has to be at least -15ºC – This can be rented from us for $20 USD

WHAT TO PUT IN THE DAY BAG PACK

• WE RECOMMEND TO BRING:

  • 2 t-shirts
  • 2 hiking pants at least
  • 2 sets of hiking socks
  • 3 sets of undergarments.

   TOILETRIES

  • Face moisturizer
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Wet wipes
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Personal medications
  • First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc

PRICES OF THE INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU WITH CAMPING 2DAYS/ 1NIGHT

Our 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with camping is available on the date that best suits you—just gather a minimum of two hikers and secure your Inca Trail permits. Experience the magic of camping under the stars along this legendary route and wake up ready to complete your journey to the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu. Availability is limited, so book early to guarantee your adventure.

PRICE FOR GROUP SERVICE

U$D 599.00 PER PERSON

RESERVATION  FEE USD$ 200 PER PERSON.

PRIVATE TOURS ARE BASED ON GROUP SIZE (2025):

• Two hikers: $ 669 per person
• Three hikers: $ 649 per person
• Four hikers: $599 per person
• Five hikers: $580 per person
• Six - or more hikers: $555 per person.

DISCOUNTS:

• 18 to 25 years old: $30 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: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Under 11 years old: $40 USD.  Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Groups of 5 or more: $30 USD per person

EXTRAS:

• • Sleeping Bag –$20 USD per person per trek (It will be clean and !warm)
  • Walking Poles –$15 USD per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
  • Personal tent- $30 USD- (For solo travelers only)
  • Vistadome Train Upgrade  – $67 USD per person (For the return to Cusco at 4:43pm)
  • Huayna Picchu Mountain  – $75 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)

  Huayna Picchu Mountain is optional treks within Machu Picchu Citadel which does not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.