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Hike the Inca Trail: Recommended tours & tickets

  • Cusco

Meals: Breakfast Considered: Easy Weather: Warm and humid Maximum altitude: 2,490 m.a.s.l. Minimum altitude: 2,040 m.a.s.l. Get pictures of Machu Picchu without crowds Bus to Aguas Calientes Night in a hotel with hot shower included Meals: packed lunch, Dinner Walking distance: 15 km / 6 miles, 7-8 hours total Weather: Hot and humid Trek starting point: 2000 m.a.s.l. Highest point is Sun Gate: 2720 m.a.s.l. Machu Picchu elevation: 2400 m.a.s.l. Considered: Moderate "The Machu Picchu tickets is subject to availability, clarifying that the only entity authorized to sell these tickets is the Ministry of Culture of Peru. Tickets will be purchased according to the available circuits and tickets (corresponding to circuits 1 and 2). Other circuits may be offered with an additional charge for the price difference in tickets. In case there is no availability of any type of tickets for Machu Picchu, you will receive a full refund of your tour package."

Price $600

Min age 0

Rating 5 / 5 [47 ratings]

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  • Cusco

The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is ideal for travelers who have limited time or want something less strenuous. This adventure hike starts at KM 104 of the Machu Picchu train line on a trail that leads to two archaeological sites Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna. This hike also gives you the opportunity to enter the lost city via the famous Sun Gate, the dramatic entrance that provides Inca Trail trekkers with their first glimpse of the site. Spend the night in Aguas Calientes and then wake up on Day 2 for a Machu Picchu tour.

Price $545

Min age 6

Rating 4.99 / 5 [284 ratings]

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  • Cusco

Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator! The Short Inca Trail tour is perfect if you are short on time but still want to experience a full day of hiking on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Hike with expert, indigenous guides through the vibrant rainforest & visit the ancient Inca archeological sites of Wiñay Wayna on your way to the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts at KM104 instead of KM82 on the Inca Trail. Then we will take you to your hotel in Machu picchu town at night, at last enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu by an professional expert guide on day two.

Price $550

Min age 5

Rating 4.99 / 5 [1693 ratings]

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  • Cusco

The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days 3 nights is considered one of the world’s oldest pilgrimages and is consistently ranked among the ten best hikes on the planet. Over 4 days you will be hiking an ancient trail that was lost and reminded untouched together with Machu Picchu for hundreds of years. Why book with TreXperience? • Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator • Authentic camping experience with tents • Support social projects that help the education of children • Fare wages & proper treatment to porters and staff • Arrive at the archeological sites at exclusive hours • Return on Panoramic trains (Vistadome or 360°)

Price $840

Min age 3

Rating 4.98 / 5 [3754 ratings]

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  • Cusco

Explore the Short Inca Trail hike 2 days and visit Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, Sun Gate (Intipunku), and Machu Picchu. Enjoy the sunset in Machu Picchu on the first day with few people around, and arrive early on the second day to witness the amazing sunrise. The Short Inca trail is available every day with Panoramic Vistadome trains included. Highlights: • Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator • Hike the Classic Inca Trail in 1 day to Machu Picchu • Arrive at Machu Picchu twice at exclusive hours • Return on the Panoramic trains (Vistadome or 360 train)

Price $538

Min age 3

Rating 4.98 / 5 [1065 ratings]

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  • Cusco

We Start at 6 AM in Cusco at your hotel (no 4 AM like the others) Small groups up to 8 people. Exelent english tour guides. Vistadome Train 360 view. on the way back (bussines class train) Free shipping service of your luggage to Aguas Calientes hotel. Door to Door service. All inclisive tour.

Price $685

Min age 5

Rating 4.97 / 5 [92 ratings]

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  • Cusco

Enjoy the hiking the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu as you see many archaeological sites along the way and get completely in touch with Mother Earth ("Pachamama" in Quechua native language). During your 4-day journey, you will admire the surrounding snow-peaked mountains, mountain rivers and amazing diversity of flora and fauna.

Price $825

Min age 4

Rating 4.95 / 5 [137 ratings]

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  • Cusco

Hike deep into the Peruvian jungle and spend time in the backwoods of the breathtaking Andes mountains during this 2-day trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. If you are looking for an easier alternative to the 4-day trek but still want to enjoy time in the breathtaking Andean Mountains, this trip is for you! Hike along the original stone staircases of the Inca Trail up to Inti Punku, and be amazed by the views over the magical site of Machu Picchu.

Price $757

Min age 7

Rating 4.93 / 5 [15 ratings]

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  • Cusco

The 2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is ideal for people with little time, or for those people who did not reserve the full "Classic" Inca Trail on time. The 2-day Inca Trail is a challenge that makes it the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation. The walk lasts approximately 6 to 7 hours until you reach the Puerta del Sol known as Inti Punku, where you can get the first panoramic views of Machu Picchu.

Price $520

Min age 7

Rating 4.92 / 5 [197 ratings]

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  • Sacred Valley

The Short Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu is a spectacular hike with beautiful scenery, a wide variety of flora and fauna with fantastic panoramas of the Andes mountains on the way to the lost citadel of the Incas. See our short Inca path reviews on TripAdvisor, ask for Inka tours permits and check the best inca trail tours → Let’s take a great adventure before arriving Machu Picchu; with our group service and enjoying at the same time a light hike through many archaeological sites. Arrive to Sun’s Gate (Inti Punku), prepare yourself to be amazed with the best panoramic view of the wonder of the world - Machu Picchu-

Price $550

Min age 0

Rating 4.89 / 5 [65 ratings]

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  • Cusco

This version of the famous Inca Trail is a perfect deal for travelers short on time but rich with an interest in cultural exploration and understanding. Begin your trek with a traditional Andean Blessing and transverse through beautiful archeological sites Wiñaywayna, around the winding bends of the Inca stone paths. Our guides specialize in providing you with rich information on Inca traditions and the secrets of Pacha Mama (mother earth), creating a memorable and informative trekking experience. After a short day hike, be prepared to stand tall above Machu Picchu, gazing down on the Archeological World Wonder in awe, a much richer understanding and appreciation of Inca traditions than ever before.

Price $564

Min age 12

Rating 4.86 / 5 [15 ratings]

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  • Cusco

The short Inca trail is a good option for lovers of Inca nature and culture. This trail runs through very sacred archeological sites, which were used exclusively by the Inca nobility. During the trip you will see many orchids, birds, waterfalls and ruins of Inca temples. The level of the walk is moderate, so it is recommended for all types of travelers. The climate is tropical and does not go through high mountains.

Price $655

Min age 8

Rating 4.77 / 5 [9 ratings]

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