Would you like do the Inca trail and you don't time? only you have few days in Cusco and you want hike the Inca trail and also visit Machupicchu?, well, you can do the Inca Trail and visit Machu Picchu Citadel in one day, yes in one day...
Exotic Andean mountains, primitive lush vegetation and extraordinary ecological varieties. The trail goes through the Machu Picchu National Park and enters through Inti Punku “The Sun Gate” with unforgettable views of Machu Picchu.
Upon arriving to Machu Picchu, you will get a private guided tour, and you´ll enjoy a Sunset free time in Machupicchu, what else can you ask for?.
DAY 01 |
4:00am – 22:30p.m. |
Enjoy a full day Inca trail with a sunset guided tour in Machupicchu; two of the most famous tours in Cusco in just one day, we´ll visit the most important archaeological site of the famous Inca Trail, Wiñay Wayna “(For Ever Young)”, at midday we going to arrive to The Sun Gate and at afternoon a beautiful sunset in Machupicchu and the guided tour.
OVERVIEW:
Our private transport and your guide will pick you up at your hotel at 4 am in Cusco for the journey to the train station on Ollantaytambo at 5:30am “meeting time “in Ollantaytambo, After 01 hour and 10 minute ride on the Expedition train, we arrive at 104 kilometer, this place is also know such as Chachamba and is at (2,100m/6,927ft) beetwen Cusco - Machu Picchu train road, where we´ll begin the Inca Trail. Here we´ll pass by the first check point “Chachabamba”. Afterwards, we´ll begin a moderate climb for three hours to the magnificent archaeological site of Wiñayhuana “Wiñayhuayna” (Young for ever) (2,650m/8747ft). Once we arrive you may enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba canyon and the sacred river of Vilcanota, stunning Inca sites and the connection with the traditional four day Inca Trail.
After we have had time to enjoy this beautiful sight, we continue our hike to Inti Punku “the Sun Gate” (2,730mts/9,007ft). From there you will have the first spectacular view of Machu Picchu in all its brilliance and majestic monumentality. After enjoying the view, we walk downhill for about one hour to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Once there we will visit one of the most important mystic centers of the world: Machu Picchu
A 2 hour guided tour takes you into the fascinating history of these mysterious Inca city
After that you will have plenty of time for further exploration of Machu Picchu, time to enjoy the Sunset in Machupicchu.
Later we head down to Aguas Calientes for dinner. In the evening (6:20pm) you will take the return Expedition train to Ollantaytambo and catch our private van to Cusco and your hotel. You will arrive around 10:30 pm.
Meals: Box Lunch
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult
End of our Services
Our final culinary experience of the day would come at dinnertime with wonderful three-course meals
Our high quality service is not about quantity, is not about cheap prices and large groups. We have a fair-price while providing the best possible service and personalized attention in small groups
ITEP Travel Peru is your best choice if you truly want to enjoy your trek in Peru:
GROUP SIZE: “SMALL GROUPS” MAXIMUN 8 PEOPLE
In an effort to provide a more personalized service to our visitors, ITEP Travel Peru have a policy that our groups will not exceed 8 people. Small group have their own flavor, unique and authentic experience in Perú.
Professional Tour Guides! Highly professional, speaking in fluent English or other language according request and very knowledgeable. Passionate for the Inca heritage / history, dedicated to a steady personal development and learning to ensure that you receive accurate and recognized theories about the Perú Andean culture.
Our high quality service is not about quantity, is not about cheap prices and large groups... We have a fair-price while providing the best possible service and personalized attention in small groups, and providing the best trekking experience through our unique trekking paths. All you have to do is to immerse yourself in the stunning Andean landscape.We carry your gear, prepare your meals, set up your tents, avoid crowded campsites, and take care of all your requirements and details so you can relax and enjoy your trek or tour.
We will guarantee the majority of departure dates - this means that a tour will definitely operate on the day it is scheduled and will not be cancelled - we guarantee these tours!!!
Our departure start in the lobby of your hotel, drop off after our tour will be at hotel.
“An emergency radio and satellite phone is carried by your guide”.
Safety is first!!!. It is important that all of our guides are informed before your trek or tour or at least at your ...Emergency Preparedness, Safety on the Trail, and Evacuation Plans are available on ITEP Travel.
Note: It is important to confirm before departure that you are in a fit enough condition to undertake our trails and treks.
We don’t like credit card charges and we’re pretty sure you don’t either! For that reason, we won’t pass any fees on to you if you choose to pay by credit card. That’s more cash for you to splash on souvenirs!
Please read carefully the following information; it will help you answer all of your questions about our services and the trek to Machu Picchu.
It is very important for potential trekkers for the 1 Day Inca Trail to understand that you are doing the same trail as the 2 Day Inca Trail, just quicker. Trekkers need to be in moderate to excellent physical condition to be able to do this trek and arrive at Machu Picchu Citadel in time. If you think the trek may be too strenuous, you may book the 2 day Inca Trail which arrives to Machu Picchu in one day but at a slower pace later in the day.
You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and taken to your hotel, please ensure that you inform us of your full flight details at least 07 days prior to your trek. Look out for our representative holding our Red flag and your Name at the arrival terminal.
It will take place the night before the trekking departure at 18:00 pm in our office which is located at Calle San Agustín 317.
Yes, you can! During the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu your main luggage can be store at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.
To book your 1 day Inca Trail Machu Picchu trek, we need you to fill out our booking form by clicking on BOOK NOW or fill up the following passenger details form.
Please be ready with the following information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We cannot purchase an Inca Trail permit without the following information:
SECOND, we require a deposit of USD $ 200.00 per person in order to purchase a permit for the 1 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. You can make you deposit choosing the following options:
It would be greatly appreciated if you pay in cash at our office (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money.
Unfortunately the answer is “No”. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date after the ticket has been bought. Tickets are also not transferrable or refundable.
*** If you cancel your Inca Trail Trek, the deposit is not refundable at all!
YES! You have to bring your original passport and it is very important that it is the same passport number you sent to us to book your 1 day Inca Trail Machu Picchu permit. The controllers will check every day and when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before allowing you to board the train. In case you are renewing your passport, go ahead and send us your old number to secure your permit, and we can change it when you get your new passport number…if so, please send the new passport number as soon as possible.
The weather is very unpredictable and it’s difficult to foresee. BUT you will have many different varieties of weather as you pass through the numerous microclimates and will depend on the location. We highly recommend you to bring some warm clothes and good rain gear in your day backpack.
In this link you can check an approximately of the Wheter all around the WOrld
The 1 day Inca Trail Machu Picchu is a 12km (7.5 mile) hike through the Andes in the Cusco region. The maximum altitude reached is 2700mt.
In preparation: try walking 15kms in a day or go to the fitness club in the months leading up to the trek. It is also important to be well acclimatized to the altitude. Try to spend at least 2 or 3 days in Cusco (3350m/11,047ft) prior to starting the trek.
Yes! Included in our packages is dropping you off at your hotel on the return from your trek or tour. If you have booked your hotel in the Sacred Valley like Ollantaytambo or Urubamba, we will drop you there too!
If you spend the night at Ollantaytambo before the trek, we will pick you up there.
In general, if you have regular exercise and spend a couple of days in Cusco, or in the Sacred Valley for acclimatization to the altitude, you may be fine.
The recommended medicine for altitude sickness is WATER, COCA TEA and OXYGEN IF NEEDED; our guides are trained to treat you for Altitude Sickness. See our detailed information about Altitude Sickness under FAQS.
We offer the Cusco City Tour or Sacred Valley Tour that you can book while you are acclimatizing. Check out our Day Tours on our Home Page.
If you’re happy with the services provided, a tip it’s of great significance for the people who will take care of you during the trek. It inspires excellent service. Of course you are free to tip more or less as you feel, depending on your perception of the quality and the length of your trip. Remember, a tip is not mandatory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
Yes, we are a local sustainable & responsible tourism operator for that we incorporate the universal principles of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities respecting their culture and religion. With this in mind, we have trained all our staff to know, understand and respect the local places and its people.
The 1 Inca Trail Machu Picchu DOES NOT INCLUDE the extra porter, so, you will need to carry all your things, please try to pack as light as possible which is the key to enjoy this amazing trek
For availability of spaces for this service, please contact us info@salkantaytrek.org and we`ll send you detailed information, prices, terms and conditions.
Please keep in mind that significant price reductions are available for groups. All our tours are fully guaranteed, departure every day. Contact us for more information for the tour that you are choosing, or to begin customizing your own itinerary. recommendations:
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1 day
Every day of the year (please check availability in our groups).
1950m - 3350m / 6398 ft - 9840ft
Cusco, Km 104 – Chachabamba - Wiñay Wayna, Inti Punku (Sun Gate), Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Cusco.
- Daily departures are available along the year, the recommended period for this trek is April to October.
- All private service departure dates are adapted to your request any day you choose.
Small groups 4 – 8 people maximun. Average 4 people.
The world opens up a little more for a small group, We have the freedom to move around
due to the altitude of the highest point in Wiñay Wayna we recommend a period of at least 1 day for acclimatization in Cusco at 3350m/9840ft.
Vegetarian option at no extra cost. Check our regular menú
DAY 1: moderate
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5/5 stars
We did the 4D, 3 nights Inca Trail with Jorge the first week of December 2024. The tour was incredible with beautiful views along the way and of course a worthwhile final destination. The Inca Trail team was great and our guide was very knowledgeable the only thing to note was that we wish that the...
5/5 stars
I recently completed the 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, and it was an absolutely flawless experience from start to finish. The communication with the company ITEP beforehand was outstanding—every question was answered promptly and clearly, which gave me a lot of confidence heading into the...
5/5 stars
An experience not to be missed. The challenges and beauty of the Inca Trail were enhanced by our guide Iza. Her patience as well as her gentle and encouraging manner were such a blessing during our more trying moments. Her keen eye for the beauty of nature was a gift on this once in a lifetime trek....
