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Experience one of the most memorable approaches to Machu Picchu without camping. Hike from Km 104, discover Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna, and see the citadel for the first time from the Sun Gate. A selected Aguas Calientes hotel and a guided visit on day two complete this premium journey.
Duration: 2 days and 1 night
Route: Cusco, Km 104, Wiñay Wayna and Machu Picchu
Format: private service
Difficulty: moderate to challenging
Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Km 104 – Wiñay Wayna – Machu Picchu
Early hotel pickup and private transfer to the station. Travel by train to Km 104, clear the permit checkpoint and begin an approximately 11 to 12 km hike. Visit Chachabamba, climb through cloud forest and explore Wiñay Wayna. Continue to the Sun Gate for your first view of Machu Picchu, then descend by bus to Aguas Calientes.
Takeaway breakfast and box lunch
Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Breakfast and bus ride to Machu Picchu at the assigned time. Take a private guided tour along the circuit confirmed on your ticket, with historical interpretation and photo stops where permitted. Return to Aguas Calientes, board the train to Ollantaytambo and take a private transfer to your Cusco hotel.
Breakfast
End in Cusco
Names, nationality and passport number must exactly match the booking. Permits and tickets are limited and normally cannot be transferred. Spend at least two days acclimatizing in Cusco and train beforehand for several hours of hiking on stone steps. Times, trains and the Machu Picchu circuit depend on official availability.
Reference price from USD 999.90 per person for a private service for two travelers, subject to hotel, train, Machu Picchu circuit and permit availability.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Approximately 11 to 12 km over 6 to 8 hours, depending on pace, stops and trail conditions.
No. After entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, you descend to Aguas Calientes and stay at a selected hotel.
It is not recommended. Inca Trail permits and Machu Picchu tickets are limited, so book several months ahead.
Not on the hike. Leave it in Cusco or the Sacred Valley and carry only a small daypack.
Tell us before travel and carry the previous passport or a copy if authorities request it. Each case is subject to current rules.
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Rene is very passionate about the history of the places. He knows many histories of the places and the local culture.
View on Google MapsHi! I'm Maribel from Argentina. What can I say about our amazing experience in Cusco! It was incredible! I traveled there in October to celebrate my birthday. Words can't describe the wonderful experience we had! Thank you, Lost in Peru, for providing everything we agreed upon, and much more! A company to hire without hesitation! We paid for our tour, including accommodation, all covered by the company. Congratulations and may you continue to grow! I will definitely contact you again to plan my return trip to Peru! See you soon! Greetings from Argentina! Sending you kisses! Maria, Melissa, Ana, and Maribel
View on Google MapsI feel incredibly fortunate and grateful to have connected with such a wonderful company as Lost in Peru, with its amazing people. From the very first contact, over 3,000 km away, they arranged our entire stay, accommodations, transfers, guided tours, and much more, with remarkable kindness. And as if that weren't enough, they welcomed us and said goodbye with beautiful gifts. THANK YOU!! Highly recommended, without a doubt. Tupananchiskama
View on Google MapsVoy a recomendarlos siempre! Fue una experiencia maravillosa viajar a Perú con Lost in Perú. Estuvieron atentos todo momento, puntuales, en cada detalle y respondiendo todas las consultas...gracias por hacer de nuestro viaje, un viaje inolvidable...
View on Google MapsI highly recommend Lost in Peru!!! I want to thank everyone, especially Bertha and Alonso, for their attention during those 10 days of the tour!!! Also, thank you for the gift!!! I'm so happy to have visited Peru!!! Lost in Peru...thank you so much for everything!!! 🥰❤️🇦🇷
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