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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – 1 Day Hike Experience
Embark on an unforgettable Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 1 Day hike and experience one of the most iconic routes in Peru. This incredible adventure is perfect for travelers with a moderate fitness level who want to explore the famous Inca Trail without the need for camping.
Your journey begins with a scenic train ride through the breathtaking Andes landscapes to Kilometer 104, the starting point of the Short Inca Trail. From here, you will hike along ancient Inca paths surrounded by lush cloud forest, rich biodiversity, and stunning mountain views.
Along the way, visit impressive archaeological sites before reaching the legendary Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where you’ll enjoy your first panoramic view of the majestic Machu Picchu—an unforgettable moment for every traveler.
After entering Machu Picchu, enjoy a guided tour led by our experienced local experts, who will bring the history and mystery of this world wonder to life. Take your time to explore, capture incredible photos, and immerse yourself in the magic of this ancient Inca city.
Following the tour, descend to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time to relax before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, our private transportation will take you comfortably back to Cusco.
This 1-day Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu is the perfect combination of adventure, culture, and comfort—all at a competitive and budget-friendly price.
Contact us with your travel date, and we will create a personalized itinerary tailored to your preferences. Let our expert team handle every detail for an unforgettable experience on the Short Inca Trail.
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- 04:00 am: Pick up from Cusco and transfer (1h45) to Ollantaytambo train station.
- Morning: Train ride (1h45) to Km 104; begin 6-hour hike to Machupicchu (3h uphill + 3h gentle trail).
- Afternoon: Guided tour at Machupicchu for a couple of hours, then bus 30 min to Aguas Calientes.
- Evening: Train back to Ollantaytambo (2h) and private transport (45 min) to Cusco city.
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Itinerary 1 Day Inca Trail Hike
We pick you up by 4:am at Cusco city, then we ride our private transport for an hour and 45 minutes to the train station Ollantaytambo, and then we ride our train for an hour and 45 minutes to kilometers 104.
Here, we get off, then we hike for 6 hours to the Machupicchu, mainly 3 hours uphill some little gentle parts, then 3-hour gentle hikes to Machupicchu with some little uphill on the way up to the sun gate.
Then, we do a tour at Machupicchu for a couple of hours, then we ride a bus down to Aguas Calientes town for 30 minutes, then you have the chance to have some food, and then at night we take a train to Ollantaytambo train station for 2 hours, then we ride a private transport to Cusco city for 45 minutes.
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Included For 1 Day Inca Trail Hike
- Private transport
- Tour guide
- Train ride, round trip to Machupicchu
- Entrance fees to Machupicchu
- Bus tickets
- Some boxed lunch
Not Included
- Some food at Aguas Calientes town
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Per person: US$490
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Book Your Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 1 Day Hike
You have to send us, a deposit of US$200 dollars through our PayPal account, and PayPal charges 7% of any amount of money to send, and the %7 is charged to you, so that means you need to send us $214, and then the rest of the money in cash when you arrive in Cusco city and then, you need to send us the following details to our WhatsApp number.
- The date of the tour and type of tour
- Number of people
- Address in Cusco city to pick you up for the following tours
- Email to keep in touch
- Passport copy, the profile side to pay the Peruvian tax
Then, we send you an email confirmation of the deposit and the tour.
Note: The US$214 deposit is per person, for booking this tour, then the rest of the money in Cusco city in cash, it can be in dollars or soles, this is up to you, and also please the final payment with good US$ bills, because the broken dollars bills no working in Peru.
This is our PayPal account to send the deposit: deposit@chacrastravelperu.com
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Can a beginner hike the Inca Trail?
Yes, this short Inca trail is located at the beginning of the amazon jungle, which is low altitude, and the entire hike is 6 hours and 12 kilometers, also you hike at your own pace.
Mainly, the 3 and a half hours is an uphill hike with a few gentle parts, then the rest of the hike is gentle for 2 hours, and the half to Machupicchu, passing the famous sun gate.
Then, from Machupicchu is just ride a bus to Aguas Calientes town, where you get an overnight or late-night train back to Ollantaytambo.
How difficult is the Short Inca Trail 1 Day?
Moderate difficulty, suitable for travelers with basic fitness.
Do I need to camp?
No, this is a full-day hike—no camping required.
How far in advance should I book?
At least 6 months in advance due to limited permits.
Is the entrance to Machu Picchu included?
All entrance tickets are included in the tour.
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