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Short Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco ➝ Km 82 ➝ Wayllabamba

  • Early hotel pick-up in Cusco and drive to Km 82
  • Breakfast near the trailhead (not included)
  • Begin Inca Trail trek; visit Llactapata
  • Trail-side lunch at Hatunchaca
  • Camp at Wayllabamba (3,000 m); tea, dinner, briefing

Day 2: Wayllabamba ➝ Dead Woman’s Pass ➝ Pacaymayo

  • Wake-up tea and breakfast
  • Ascent through cloud forest to Warmiwañusca (4,215 m)
  • Descend to Pacaymayo Valley for lunch
  • Rest/explore; dinner and stargazing at campsite

Day 3: Pacaymayo ➝ Phuyupatamarca ➝ Wiñay Wayna

  • Breakfast with mountain views
  • Trek through key Inca sites (Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca)
  • Lunch on trail
  • Visit Wiñay Wayna (2,650 m); briefing and farewell dinner at camp

Day 4: Sun Gate (Inti Punku) ➝ Machu Picchu ➝ Aguas Calientes ➝ Cusco

  • Early wake-up and breakfast; hike to Sun Gate for sunrise
  • First views of Machu Picchu; guided tour (2 hours)
  • Free time or optional Huayna Picchu/Machu Picchu Mountain (permits required)
  • Bus to Aguas Calientes; lunch (not included)
  • Train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco; evening hotel drop-off

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco ➝ Km 82 ➝ Ollantaytambo ➝ Wayllabamba

🏁 Start of the Inca Trail

🕗 05:00 am – Hotel pickup in Cusco and transfer to Km 82

Your epic journey along the Classic Inca Trail begins with an early hotel pickup in Cusco. Travel through the Sacred Valley landscapes toward Km 82, the official starting point of the Machu Picchu Classic Inca Trail.

🕗 07:30 am – Breakfast near the trailhead (not included)

Enjoy breakfast near the trailhead while preparing for one of the most iconic hikes in the world — the Classic Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu.

🕗 08:30 am – Begin the Inca Trail trek from Km 82 (2,600 m)

Cross the Urubamba River and officially start the Classic Inca Trail Machu Picchu route, walking the same stone paths once used by Inca messengers.

🕗 11:30 am – Visit the archaeological site of Llactapata

Explore Llactapata Inca Trail, an important agricultural and ceremonial site. Terraces, stone structures, and sweeping valley views reveal the genius of Inca engineering.

🕗 13:00 pm – Lunch at Hatunchaca (trail-side)

Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch during your Classic Inca Trail tour, surrounded by Andean scenery.

🕗 15:30 pm – Arrival at Wayllabamba campsite (3,000 m)

Arrive at Campsite Wayllabamba, your first overnight stop on the Classic Inca Trail 4 days adventure, set in a peaceful mountain valley.

🕗 17:30 pm – Afternoon tea + orientation

Relax with coca tea and receive a briefing for the most challenging day ahead.

🕗 18:30 pm – Dinner under the stars

Enjoy dinner beneath a star-filled sky, fully immersed in the magic of the Classic Inca Trail hike.

Day 2: Wayllabamba ➝ Dead Woman’s Pass ➝ Pacaymayo

⛰️ The Most Challenging & Rewarding Day

🕗 05:30 am – Wake-up tea & breakfast

Prepare for the highlight of the Inca Trail Dead Woman’s Pass day.

🕗 06:30 am – Begin ascent toward Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass)

Climb steadily through cloud forest and puna landscapes toward Dead Woman’s Pass, the highest point of the trek.

🕗 12:00 pm – Reach the highest point of the trek (4,215 m)

Celebrate your achievement at Dead Woman’s Pass, the most iconic challenge of the Classic Inca Trail Machu Picchu.

🕗 13:00 pm – Lunch in Pacaymayo Valley

Descend to the lush valley and enjoy lunch near Pacaymayo campsite, surrounded by dramatic peaks.

🕗 15:00 pm – Time to rest or explore nearby trails

Relax and recover at the Pacaymayo campsite, a key resting point on the Classic route.

🕗 18:00 pm – Dinner and stargazing

Dinner and stargazing in the heart of the Andes — a true Classic Inca Trail tour experience.

Day 3: Pacaymayo ➝ Phuyupatamarca ➝ Wiñay Wayna

🏛️ The Most Beautiful Day

🕗 06:00 am – Breakfast with mountain views

Wake up surrounded by Andean peaks as the trail enters its most scenic section.

🕗 07:00 am – Trek through Runkurakay, Sayacmarca & Phuyupatamarca

Visit spectacular Inca sites including Phuyupatamarca ruins, one of the most impressive highlights of the Phuyupatamarca Inca Trail section.

🕗 13:00 pm – Lunch along the trail

Lunch amid lush cloud forest as the trail gently descends toward the final campsite.

🕗 15:30 pm – Visit Wiñay Wayna ruins (2,650 m)

Explore the stunning Wiñay Wayna ruins, one of the most iconic archaeological sites before Machu Picchu.

🕗 17:00 pm – Final briefing for Machu Picchu

Final orientation for your arrival at Machu Picchu.

🕗 18:30 pm – Farewell dinner at campsite

Celebrate your final night on the Classic Inca Trail Machu Picchu route.

Day 4: Sun Gate ➝ Machu Picchu ➝ Cusco

🌄 Arrival at the Lost City of the Incas

🕗 03:30 am – Wake-up and early breakfast

Early start to reach the Sun Gate at sunrise.

🕗 04:30 am – Begin final stretch to Inti Punku (Sun Gate)

Hike the final section of the Classic Inca Trail toward Machu Picchu.

🕗 06:00 am – First view of Machu Picchu at sunrise

Witness the unforgettable sunrise over Machu Picchu — a defining moment of Machupicchu Cusco Peru.

🕗 07:00 am – Guided tour of Machu Picchu (2 hours)

Enjoy a guided Machu Picchu tour, discovering temples, terraces, and sacred spaces of the Inca citadel.

🕗 09:30 am – Free time or Huayna Picchu/Machu Picchu Mountain hike (optional)

Optional hike for panoramic views or free exploration.

🕗 11:30 am – Shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes

Descend to the town below the sanctuary.

🕗 1:00 pm – Lunch (not included)

Enjoy a meal in town and reflect on your incredible journey.

🕗 2:30 – 3:00 pm – Train to Ollantaytambo

Scenic train journey through the Sacred Valley.

🕗 4:30 pm – Transfer to Cusco

Back in Cusco, full of memories, transformation, and awe. You did it.

🕗 7:00 – 8:00 pm approx – Arrival at your hotel in Cusco

Back in Cusco, full of memories, transformation, and awe. You did it.

Included

  • Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
  • Transport to kilometer 82
  • Permits to the Inca Trail
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu citadel
  • Tourist train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (Perurail or Incarail)
  • Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
  • Porters to carry equipment, tents, food, and cooking equipment.
  • Porter Personal 5 kg (includes sleeping bag weight)
  • Bilingual professional guide
  • Bus from Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
  • First aid kit
  • 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners

Not Included

  • Breakfast on the first day and Lunch on the last day
  • Sleeping bag
  • Walking sticks
  • Entrance tickets to Huayna Picchu Mountain
  • Tips
  • Hotel in Cusco
  • Water/snacks

Prices

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No hay datos de precios configurados para este tour.

Note

For children under the age of 17, please contact One Click Expeditions.

Why Travelers Love it?

✨ More Than a Trek — It’s a Transformation

Each step on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu invites reflection, strength, and discovery. You’re not just hiking — you’re walking in the footsteps of history.

🧘‍♀️ A Deep Emotional Journey

From the silence at the high passes to the magic of the cloud forest, the trail offers moments of awe and stillness.

🏞️ Unrivaled Natural Beauty

Wake to sunrises over the mountains. Camp under star-filled skies. Breathe air that feels ancient.

🌱 Sustainable, Ethical, Responsible

This trek directly supports local Quechua communities, employs fair-wage porters, and leaves no trace.

🔱 Access Only Possible by Foot

Many of the ruins on the Inca Trail can only be seen by those who hike it.

✨ Ready to Walk in the Footsteps of the Incas?

This is more than a bucket-list hike — it’s a soul-stirring journey through history, nature, and self-discovery. Secure your spot now on the Classic Inca Trail and experience Machu Picchu like never before.

👉 Limited permits available. Book early to guarantee your adventure!