Private 1 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Begin in Cusco, ride to Ollantaytambo, hop on one of the day’s first trains, and hike about six hours from Km 104 to Machu Picchu—returning to Cusco that same night. Along the was,y you’ll explore impressive Inca ruins, share tasty meals prepared by our expert guides, and reach the Sun Gate for a dramatic first glimpse of the Lost City. Late in the afternoon, you’ll follow Circuit 1, famous for postcard-worthy viewpoints, when most visitors have already gone.Perfect for travelers who crave adventure, want to tick off the Inca Trail in just one day, and still sleep in Cusco that evening.

Tour Highlights

• Tackle the legendary Inca Trail in one action-packed day
• Visit Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna archaeological sites
• Enter Machu Picchu through Inti Punku (Sun Gate)
• Walk Circuit 1 for sweeping panoramas at sunset
• Return to Cusco by train and private vehicle

One-Day Inca Trail at a Glance

• Early start (4 am): Hotel pickup, drive to Ollantaytambo, and train to Km 104
• Trail time: Hike past Chachabamba to Wiñay Wayna; enjoy a picnic lunch en route
• Sun Gate moment: First breathtaking view of Machu Picchu
• Citadel visit: Explore Circuit 1’s top viewpoints in the quieter late afternoon
• Journey home: Bus to Aguas Calientes, train to Ollantaytambo, and vehicle to Cusco—arriving around 9:30 pm