DAY 1 | CUSCO – KM 104 – WIÑAYHUAYNA – MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you to the train station in Ollantaytambo. From there, you’ll take the train to KM 104, the starting point of the Short Inca Trail.
Our hike begins at the archaeological site of Chachabamba (2270 m.a.s.l.). We then ascend to Wiñayhuayna (2650 m.a.s.l.), one of the most important archaeological sites on the Inca Trail after Machu Picchu itself. The trail continues to the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where we will catch our first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu in the distance (2400 m.a.s.l.).
We’ll then descend toward the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, but will not enter the site today. Instead, we’ll continue down to Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo), where we’ll enjoy dinner and stay the night. Optional visit to the town’s thermal baths (entry not included).
Meals: Box Lunch and dinner
Transfer: Hotel – Ollantaytambo Train Station
Train: Ollantaytambo – KM 104 (Start of Inca Trail)
Entry: Short Inca Trail permit (KM 104)
Bus: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
DAY 2 | MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO – MACHU PICCHU SANCTUARY – CUSCO
Around 6:00 am, we will board the tourist bus that will take us on a short ride up the winding road to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. Your expert local guide will walk you through this iconic Inca site, explaining the rich history and mysteries surrounding the “Lost City of the Incas.”
After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the site on your own, take photos, or simply soak in the spiritual atmosphere. At the appointed time, you’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included), and then board the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy. Upon arrival, private transportation will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Backpack, sleeping bag, clothing for both warm and cold weather (including a waterproof jacket, fleece, hiking pants, and shoes).
T-shirts, rain poncho, hat, scarf, sunscreen, insect repellent, and hand sanitizer gel.
Reusable water bottle and purification tablets.
Camera, flashlight and batteries.
Small snacks like chocolate bars and dried fruits.
Original passport.
Original student card (for students under 25 years old), issued by the university and valid through December 31 of the current year. It must include university info, student info, photo, and validity date.
Extra cash in Peruvian soles.
What's Included
Briefing at your hotel in Cusco before the adventure.
Private 2-day Inca Trail service.
Transfers to and from your hotel in Cusco.
Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 box lunch, 1 dinner (vegetarian/vegan option available at no extra cost).
Professional guide (Spanish/English). The guide travels with passengers on the train.
Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
Train Expedition* to km 104 (start of the trail), and return from Aguas Calientes to Cusco and/or Ollantaytambo (subject to availability).
To make the most of this experience, please consider the following recommendations:
What to Bring
Original passport (required to enter Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail)
Small backpack (ideal: approx. 25L)
Comfortable and waterproof hiking shoes
Waterproof jacket or rain poncho
Warm jacket for the night
Quick-dry shirts and comfortable hiking pants
Sun hat or cap and sunglasses
Sunscreen (SPF 35+)
Insect repellent
Reusable water bottle or camelback (minimum 1L)
Energy snacks (nuts, bars, chocolates)
Personal hygiene items and toilet paper
Personal medications (including for altitude sickness if needed)
Extra money in soles
Important: Hiking poles with metal tips are not allowed. You may use rubber-tipped poles.
Tour cancellations due to bad weather conditions are not refundable, as they are factors beyond our control.
According to the latest policy updates from the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco (DDC), all entrance tickets to Machu Picchu are personal. Therefore, tickets purchased for Machu Picchu are non-reschedulable, non-transferable to another date and/or person, and non-refundable.
The train company that takes you to Machu Picchu does not allow luggage over 5 kg. This means that most people bring a smaller backpack for the day in Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. If you’re unsure where your larger luggage will stay during this time, you can leave it at your hotel’s storage in Cusco at no extra cost.
Peru Rail and Inca Rail, the companies that operate train services to Machu Picchu, do not allow seat selection. Seat assignments are automatically made by the company’s system.
We generally recommend booking the Expedition/Voyager train for the outbound journey and the panoramic Vistadome/360° train for the return trip. This is mainly because the outbound trains only have early departures, which would mean missing the guided visit to the Ollantaytambo archaeological site.
The Yellow Fever vaccine is not mandatory for travelers visiting Peru, at least not for those exploring the cultural regions. However, it is an additional precaution, especially since Peru is a tropical country—recommended particularly for trips to the Amazon rainforest.
Travel insurance is not mandatory, but it is extremely important—especially for tourists planning to visit Peru.
The standard voltage in Peru is 230 volts. However, some hotels have outlets with 110 volts, in which case there are transformers that reduce the voltage.
Most establishments accept payments in both US dollars and soles (Peru’s currency), making these the most commonly used currencies in the country. Ideally, you should carry some US dollars and a smaller amount of soles for purchases at craft markets, for example. It is recommended to bring US dollars and exchange them in Peru at reliable exchange houses recommended by your travel agency.
The country’s climate is divided into two main seasons: rainy and dry.
The rainy season lasts from November to the end of March, while the dry season runs from April to October. In the Cusco and Machu Picchu region, temperatures vary greatly, but typically the maximum reaches around 24°C (75°F) and the minimum can drop close to 0°C (32°F).
In the Lima region, located on the Peruvian coast, temperatures are higher and range between 12°C (54°F) and 35°C (95°F).
PAYMENT METHODS
The agency requests a 50% deposit of the total cost of the services to be contracted. This deposit can be made through authorized payment systems. The client must pay the balance 15 days prior to arrival in Peru.
All reservation requests will be responded to via the same means within 48 hours at the latest. If you do not receive a response within the indicated timeframe, please contact our phone numbers: +51 989 781698 – +51 958 383038.
OPTION A: BANK TRANSFER
If you want to use this option, remember to increase the deposit amount by $24. This is the fee our bank requires for each transfer.
Account in dollars:
Payments must be made to the following bank account in Lima, PERU:
Name: PERU CREDIT BANK – MIRAFLORES AGENCY
Address: Larco Avenue # 611 MIRAFLORES, LIMA – PERU
Telephone: (+51) 3119898
Account number: 285-90887840-1-63
CCI: 00228519088784016350
Account name: PERU INKAS TOP SAC
SWIFT code: BCPLPEPL
OPTION B: CARD PAYMENTS
We accept all major credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, and American Express. A 3% surcharge will be applied to the final tour amount for credit card payments. A payment link will be issued via We Travel through one of our representatives, allowing you to make the payment securely.
OPTION C: TRANSFER BY WESTERN UNION
With Western Union, you can quickly send and receive money between any agent or branch worldwide. Be sure to request the To Send Money form; send money in US dollars.
Western Union has offices internationally and also online at www.westernunion.com.
If using this method, please send an email confirming the deposit and the Western Union transaction number.
Beneficiary: Jose Luis Naivares Mamani
Address: General Collanta Q-2
Department: Cuzco
Province: Cuzco
District: Cuzco
Telephone: 913851073
Document Type: DNI
Document Number: 70418002
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