Got big Inca Trail dreams but short on time? This one-day hike is your golden ticket! Walk the same ancient stone paths as the Incas, soak in mind-blowing ruins like Wiñay Wayna (nicknamed “Forever Young” for good reason), and march through the Sun Gate to Machu Picchu—just like they did 500 years ago. Oh, and you’ll get a full guided tour of the Lost City itself. All in a single, action-packed day!
Your adventure kicks off way before sunrise—we’ll pick you up at 4 AM sharp from your Cusco hotel. (Psst—Urubamba/Ollantaytambo folks get slightly later pickups). We’ll drive 1.5 hours through sleepy villages to Ollantaytambo, where you’ll grab a quick breakfast box and hop on the 6:10 AM train.
As the train snakes along the Urubamba River, you’ll munch your breakfast watching mist rise off the mountains. By 7:20 AM, we’re at Kilometer 104—the trailhead. Flash your passport at the checkpoint, tighten those laces, and let’s go!
The first stretch winds through jungle-thick greenery, with peaks poking through the clouds. Your first stop? Chachabamba—a compact but jaw-dropping ruin where priests once performed water rituals. Snap some pics, then gear up for the climb to Wiñay Wayna.
This place is STUNNING—terraces stacked like giant staircases, temples whispering Inca secrets, and waterfalls trickling through stone channels. We’ll break here for lunch (think sandwiches, fruit, maybe a chocolate bar for energy).
Refueled, we push through cloud forest where fluffy viscachas (think rabbit-chinchilla hybrids) might photobomb your hike. Keep eyes peeled for rare spectacled bears! The final climb leads to the Sun Gate—pause here. That first glimpse of Machu Picchu through the stone arch? Pure magic.
We’ll descend 45 minutes to the citadel itself, hitting Circuit 01’s best photo spots (way quieter than the main areas!). After a quick bathroom break, dive into Circuit 03 with your guide—they’ll spill tea on the Temple of the Sun, decode the Temple of the Condor, and show you where royalty partied in the Main Plaza.
At 4:30 PM, we bus down to Aguas Calientes for a well-earned dinner (your treat—try a quinoa burger or fresh trout!). The 6:20 PM train whisks us back to Ollantaytambo, where a cozy van returns you to Cusco by 10 PM. Exhausted? Definitely. Worth it? 100%.
To qualify for the student discount on Inca Trail Permits, travelers must meet the following requirements:
Student IDs will not be accepted for the discount under the following conditions:
This information is crucial for travelers seeking to benefit from discounted permits for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
“ITAN Adventure” is a 100% Peruvian-owned tour operator based in Cusco, with extensive experience in hiking, adventure tours, and customized travel packages. As a completely local company, we’re dedicated to providing travelers with authentic, high-quality experiences.
Our vision as a local company is to deliver personalized travel and hiking journeys, managed exclusively by experienced local professionals, with a strong focus on HIGH-QUALITY and PERSONALIZED SERVICE.
We are proud of our reputation as a travel agency that upholds RESPONSIBLE and SUSTAINABLE practices benefiting both the environment and local communities.
We treat our team like family and ensure they receive fair wages. We are incredibly proud of each member of our team! Their dedication makes it possible for us to provide the top-notch service that our many travelers appreciate.
At “ITAN Adventure,” we understand that our reputation and the feedback from our travelers are essential for gaining the trust of future adventurers. You can check out honest reviews from our guests on TripAdvisor, Facebook, and Google to see why we’re a reliable choice for creating your Peruvian adventure.
To ensure a more personalized experience at “ITAN Adventure,” we keep our group sizes to a maximum of 8 travelers. This approach allows us to offer a tailored experience, unlike companies that operate with larger groups.
Our guides are our pride. They’re highly knowledgeable and professional, fluent in English, and deeply passionate about Inca culture and history. Each guide is committed to ongoing personal and professional development, allowing them to share accurate insights and fascinating theories about Andean heritage. They are friendly, athletic, and well-educated, with backgrounds in Archaeology, Tourism, Botany, History, or Anthropology.
Hiking with “ITAN Adventure” ensures a fulfilling experience. Our porters are here to make your journey comfortable and memorable. They carry your equipment, prepare meals, set up camps, and attend to your needs so you can relax and enjoy the adventure. Along the way, you’ll connect with local people, explore stunning sites, and discover historic Inca villages.
We provide our porters with essential equipment at no cost: jackets, sun hats, warm hats, shirts, pants, hiking boots, comfortable bags, canteens, back support belts, sleeping bags, mattresses, and travel insurance. Our porters come from remote communities, and by hiring them, we help improve their economic conditions and support their children’s education. We treat our porters like family!
Our team—guides, cooks, porters, muleteers—and our equipment make “ITAN Adventure” stand out from the competition. During our hikes, we provide:
“ITAN Adventure” is committed to giving back to isolated communities. We support social projects and prioritize hiring local staff.
We are proud to support local communities not only by providing employment but also by offering assistance to their families. This holistic approach benefits our employees from the Peruvian Andes and their loved ones, strengthening our connection to the local heritage.
EXCLUSIVE DEAL: 1-DAY INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU
Available year-round! Only 2 participants needed to confirm your adventure.
PRICING
| Service Type | Price Per Person | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Group Trek | $447 USD | Requires 2+ hikers to proceed. |
| Private Trek (2–3) | $547 USD | Personalized experience. |
| Private Trek (4+) | $527 USD | Ideal for families or large groups. |
| Solo Private Trek | $647 USD | For 1 traveler. Join a group to save! |
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