This is a short trip without camp. The tour begins in Chachabamba, 104km from the railway and follows the road for six hours to reach a lookout for a spectacular view of Machu Picchu and Intipunku ‘’sun gate”. After our descent we will head to the "Lost City of the Incas" and spend the night in a comfortable hotel. We return to Machu Picchu to see the fabulous sanctuary.  You will discover the fortress which was abandoned from the time of the Spanish conquest and remained hidden in the undergrowth until Hiram Bingham discovered it in 1911. In the afternoon, we´ll return to Cusco by train.

• Activities: Archaeological sight-seeing, experience the culture, learn about the ecological aspects of Peru, and Hiking.
• Distance: 10 km. / 6.21 miles.
• Average hiking time: About 6 hours.
• Duration: 02 days / 01 Night.
• Maximum height: 2720 meters (8.924 feet) above sea level.
• Departures: book now.
• Number: Minimum 2 passengers.
• Months of Operation: All year except February.
• Service Type:
  Private: This service is exclusively for groups of friends, couples, families, coworkers, etc. And the itinerary is planned according to your requirements, and on the dates that choose
  Shared: Usually this is a large group where the tourists are all different nationalities and the itinerary is fixed.
• Degree of difficulty: Medium low.

OVERALL INFORMATION

Book ahead of time, during an average high season, 90 days before departure there are no spaces due to the influx of tourists wanting to come and see the ruins, so the government has imposed restrictions for environmental purposes, to prevent erosion and contamination of the road network of Inca roads and the sanctuary of Machu Picchu. There are 500 spaces available (tourists, guides, cooks and porters).

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DAY 01: Cusco - Chachabamba (km. 104) – Machu Picchu.

We pick you up from your hotel at 06.30 am to go to Ollantaytambo train station and take the train and we travel 104 km by rail road to Chachabamba (2150m/7052ft),  where you will get around 11:30 am. We start by visiting the archeological complex Chachabamba (2150m/7052ft), located very close to the checkpoint, and then begin to walk along the trail which is about 12 km. After four hours hiking we will get to the complex of Wiñaywayna (2650m/8692ft). The complex is an amazing agricultural center with numerous terraces. On one hand we have magnificent views of the Urubamba River and Choquesuysuy archaeological complex located on the left bank of the river, and a beautiful waterfall located just minutes away from Wiñaywayna. Then we go on a climb up to the mountain of Intipunku (the sun gate). From this fabulous spot, we can see the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu, from Intipunku descend to Machu Picchu and then take the bus to Aguas Calientes, a small resort town where we spend the night in a comfortable hotel / hostel.

Meals: L, D
Total distance:  12 km / 6, 21 miles.
Estimated walking time:   5-6 hours
Maximum altitude point: 2720 m / 8,848 ft.
Hotel altitude: 2000 m / 6,561 ft.

Itinerary

DAY 02 : Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu - Cusco.

With another early rise, we go to the bus station to take the bus to Machu Picchu. This bus takes 25 minutes by uneven track, where we will do tour of the Inca citadel, your tour guide will guide you around for about two and a half hours, to show you the most important sectors of this beautiful and enigmatic Inca citadel and then you will have some free time to wander, explore and take photos. Or alternatively you could decide to climb the mountain of Huayna Picchu (tickets required), where you can see spectacular panoramic views of Machu Picchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it, or visit the Temple of the Moon or the great Inca Bridge. In the afternoon, we will meet in the town of Aguas Calientes, where if you want, you can visit and relax in its hot springs. From here we take the train back to Cusco, and we drop you off at your hotel / hostel. Travel time 4 hours. End of our services.

Meals: B
Total distance: 4 km / 2.49 miles.
Estimated walking time:  2 hours.
Maximum altitude point: 2,700 m / 8,858 ft.
Machu Picchu altitude: 2,400 m / 7,872 ft.

Itinerary

• Your original passport, student card ISIC (if applicable)
• A liter bottle of water.
• A Flashlight with spare batteries, matches, knives.
• Hiking boots (preferably waterproof with ankle protection).
• Insect repellent, cream to hydrate the face and/or body.
• A Raincoat (poncho for rain).
• Energy foods (dried fruits, candies, chocolates, cookies, etc...).
• Soap and other toiletries and clothes to change.
• Swimsuit (recommended for the hot springs).
• You should bring appropriate clothing for both hot and cold days of the tour.
• Also, depending on your interest, you could bring a camera or camcorder, binoculars, compass; all such equipment should be lightweight.
• Basic medical supplies.
• Extra money in soles and dollars.
• Optional: walking sticks.

WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING

• An orientation to clarify all the details of the tour, 1 or 2 days before departure.
• Private transportation from your hotel to Train station.
• Backpacker Train ticket from Cusco to km.104 (starting point of the trail)
• Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fee.
• Guided Tour for the Salkantay Trail and Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
• Professional Guide: Bi-lingual, speaks both English and Spanish, 2 guides from more than 9 passengers.
• Meals: 01L (box-lunch), a 01 dinner 1st day and breakfast 2nd day, Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost.
• Bus ticket from Machu Picchu ruins down to the village of Aguas Calientes – 1st day.
• One night accommodation in Machu Picchu town.
• Round trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – 2nd day.
• Train back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and bus service from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
• Portable Radio (Walkie Talkies) Basic first aid and oxygen bottle.
• 24 hour assistance.

OUR SERVICE INCLUDES

• Meals: breakfast and lunch 1st day and 2nd day.
• Sleeping bags (please note that you can rent them from us).
• Foods that are not listed.
• Admission to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.
• Personal expenses.
• Tips.

WE DO NOT INCLUDE

• Discount of US$ 20.00 with International Student Card (ISIC Card).
• Bag pack for, US$ 15.00 whole tour
• When you reserve and then specify the type and category of hotel (2 **, 3 ***, etc.). Prices range from US$ 25 to US$ 750. This will modify the published tour price.
• If you want to return to the ruins the next day, you have to pay admission again. (Only the first entry to Machu Picchu will be included in the tour).
• All our programs are with the Expedition train service (for a comfortable price), but if you want another type of service, like the Vistadone train service (first class service) or Hiram Bingham (exclusive luxury Orient Express service), each train service is a different price, which obviously modify the published tour price. We can customize your travel, all you need to do is contact us.

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• Our staff on line will send you all the tour information you will require, such as office address, telephone number and name of the person who will provide you the services, by e-mail.
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