Inca Trail Express is a one-day trek along the final well-preserved stretch of the classic trail to Machu Picchu. Start at KM104 for Chachabamba ruins before ascending to Wiñay Wayna, which means ‘forever young’ in Quechua. Continue towards Intipunku, the Sun Gate, for your first glimpse of the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu. Descend along the trail, admiring the views as get closer to the ruins.
The next day we return to Machu Picchu for a guided tour to learn about the different sectors of this ancient city whilst learning about Inca history.
Transfer to the train station at Ollantaytambo for an early departure to KM104, the start of the Inca Trail Express. We will cross the hanging bridge to the Chachabamba site and after a brief visit we begin the 3-hour ascent to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna, an important spiritual site. The Inca Trail cuts across the ridge above Machu Picchu to finally reach Intipunku (the Sun Gate) from where we will have an amazing first view of Machupicchu and where the trail winds downhill.
This day we will have a box lunch on route.
The classic vista from the Sun Gate to the citadel is a truly unique experience, an unforgettable way for your first view of this magical site. After arriving to Machupicchu, we will descend by bus to Machupicchu Town (Aguas Calientes) and overnight at your chosen hotel with dinner included. (B/BL/D)
Early departure from your hotel for your guided visit of Machu Picchu which takes around 3 hours. Walking through the different sectors of the hill-top citadel and learning about different aspects of Inca life and history as you admire the mist cloaked mountains.
After our visit to this beautiful Citadel, we will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch before boarding the train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy and then transfer to your hotel in Cusco. (B/L)
*This day and depend of the availability, we will have the option to visit Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain.
What to take:
Personal first aid kit. On each trip we carry a medical kit but we suggest a small personal first- aid kit for bruises and blisters. A knee and ankle brace are sometimes useful especially if you suffer from weak knees or ankles. Include any special medication your doctor might suggest for you.
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