Cusco – Km 104 – Wiayhuayna – Aguas Calientes
Our journey starts early in the morning. After our arrival at km 104 by train, the Royal Inca Trail begins with a hike to Chachabamba (2270 m/7448ft), where our guide will inform us about the ancient function of this archaeological site. After this, we will reach Wiayhuayna (2650 m/8694ft), the most important archaeological site besides Machu Picchu. Continuing our trail, the Sun Gate Inti Punku provides a nice viewpoint from which we can enjoy the nightfall on Machu Picchu (2400 m/7874ft). Since we have to continue our walk to our hotel in Aguas Calientes, we will only spend little time in the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu on the first day.
Accommodation: Hostel in Aguas Calientes
Hiking time: 06 hours
Total distance: 13 km
We will leave our hotel after breakfast at about 05:30 am by bus, continuing our journey to the Inca Citadel Machu Picchu. After our arrival at the citadel around 06:00 am, our guide will give us detailed tour about Machu Picchu and the Inca’s history. After this, you will have enough free time to enjoy and explore the site on your own.
Them back to Aguas Calientes train to Ollantaytambo then private van to Cusco