One day Inca Trail (Km 104) to MachuPicchu

Machu Picchu

The “short version” of the Inka Trail, is a fabulous hiking option for those who would love to arrive into MachuPicchu via the “Gate of the Sun”, without having to camp or sleep in a tent. Surrounded by a dense cloud forest, which is home for hummingbirds, tree ferns, dripping moss, spectacled bears … and more. Accompanied by the sound of birds, of the roaring Urubamba River and the fresh wind of the Valley, the views of the mountains are awe inspiring, as we ascend to the Inka site of Winayhuayna (only discovered in 1941). We will reach the “Sungate” in the afternoon hours, the famous lookout point where we will first see MachuPicchu in the distance, a “hiker’s landmark” for sure, where we will feel the accomplishment of nearly having finished our trek. On the second day of our itinerary and during the morning hours, we will head back to MachuPicchu Ruins for a Guided Tour, before we take an afternoon train back to Cusco. Come and join us on this excursion.

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 11 km
Ascent: 1.1 km
Descent: 817 m
Duration: 3-4 hrs

Low Point: 2.2 km
High Point: 2.7 km
Gradient: 23˚

One day Inca Trail (Km 104) to MachuPicchu Map

The “short version” of the Inka Trail, is a fabulous hiking option for those who would love to arrive into MachuPicchu via the “Gate of the Sun”, without having to camp or sleep in a tent.

Description

Surrounded by a dense cloud forest, which is home for hummingbirds, tree ferns, dripping moss, spectacled bears … and more.

Accompanied by the sound of birds, of the roaring Urubamba River and the fresh wind of the Valley, the views of the mountains are awe inspiring, as we ascend to the Inka site of Winayhuayna (only discovered in 1941).

We will reach the “Sungate” in the afternoon hours, the famous lookout point where we will first see MachuPicchu in the distance, a “hiker’s landmark” for sure, where we will feel the accomplishment of nearly having finished our trek.

On the second day of our itinerary and during the morning hours, we will head back to MachuPicchu Ruins for a Guided Tour, before we take an afternoon train back to Cusco.

Come and join us on this excursion.

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

Medium Exposure

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.