Special Legendary Inca Trail

• Day 1: Cusco - Chachabamba - Wiñaywayna - Machu Picchu.
• We begin the Legendary Special Inca Trail with a morning pick-up from your hotel to transfer you to the Ollantaytambo train station (depending on the train departure time). Then, we travel by train to km 104 (2,200 m / 7,218 ft), approximately 1 hour.

• Here begins our exciting adventure, passing over the bridge across the Sacred River or Urubamba River. After a checkpoint, 15 minutes later, we reach the Chachabamba archaeological site. After visiting, we continue the trek for 4 hours through ascending steps to the Inca site of Wiñaywayna (2,650 m / 8,694 ft). Along the way, we observe the Sacred Valley, waterfalls, and various orchids in the semi-tropical forest. The name Wiñaywayna comes from a beautiful orchid found in the area, meaning “Forever Young” in Spanish. It features over 20 buildings, including the Temple of the Rainbow, also known as the Temple of Fertility.
• We then continue for two hours on the second part of the trail to Inti Punku - Sun Gate (2,720 m / 8,924 ft), which in Inca times served as the entry control to the Machu Picchu Citadel. From here, you get your first view and an impressive panoramic vista of the enigmatic Machu Picchu (2,400 m / 7,873 ft).
• We then descend for about 40 minutes to the world wonder, Machu Picchu. After a brief rest, we head down to Aguas Calientes (2,160 m / 7,087 ft) and check into our hotel for the night.
• If desired, you have the option to visit the hot springs. For those who enjoy dancing or having drinks at a bar, Aguas Calientes offers a wide variety of bars and restaurants.
• * Accommodation in Aguas Calientes / Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

• Day 2: Machu Picchu Excursion.
• After a hearty breakfast, we take a bus to Machu Picchu. To enjoy the beautiful sunrise, you must leave very early.

• This enigmatic and mysterious city is explored for approximately 2 hours with your guide, who provides information about this wonder, visiting the most impressive sites such as the Royal Mausoleum, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Main Temple, the Sacred Plaza, the famous Intihuatana, stairways, plazas, fountains, etc. After the guided tour, you can explore the mysterious city on your own.
• Filled with the mystical vibrations of this legendary place, we return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our team awaits to transfer you back to the city of Cusco.

The Tour Includes:

• Briefing with the guide, who explains and provides more information about the trek and gives a route map.
• Transportation from Cusco to Km 104, where we begin the Inca Trail trek.
• Professional tourism guide.
• Assistant guide (for groups of 9 or more people).
• Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail network and Machu Picchu.
• Bus tickets to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes.
• Meals (1 Breakfast / 1 Lunch / 1 Dinner).
• Free vegetarian option; please inform in advance.
• First aid kit, oxygen tank.
• Train transportation (Ollantaytambo - Km 104).
• Local guide in Machu Picchu.
• 1 night accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
• Train from Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
• Transportation from Ollantaytambo - Cusco.

The Tour Does Not Include:

• Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Extra porter for personal items.

• Huayna Picchu Entrance Ticket: USD $65.00.
• Machu Picchu Mountain Entrance Ticket: USD $65.00.
• Trekking poles pair: USD $10.00 per person.
• Sleeping bag: USD $25.00
• Extra porter for personal items ($80 for 7 kg max, $150 for 15 kg).

Recommendations:

• Sleeping bag (not included, but can be rented at our offices).
• Hiking boots.
• Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
• Wool jacket for warmth, hat, and gloves.
• T-shirts or polos.
• Comfortable pants.
• Sun hat.
• Sunglasses.
• Sunscreen (SPF 35 recommended).
• Reusable plastic or metal water bottles or camel bags.
• Water.
• Insect repellent.
• Hygiene items.
• Personal medications.
• Camera and films.