short inca trail to
machu picchu

We will pick you up from Cusco airport and travel through the Andean mountains toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas, allowing for a gentle descent ideal for acclimatization. Along the way, visit the colorful Pisac artisanal market, known for its traditional crafts. Enjoy a fresh, healthy lunch at La Base Lamay, featuring local flavors. In the afternoon, take part in the Lamay Village Experience, a guided walk through the village. Meet local hosts who share their daily activities, including bread baking, guinea pig farming and the preparation of chicha de jora, a traditional fermented corn drink. Taste this ancestral beverage and connect with the cultural essence of Lamay. Short drive or walk to your chosen hotel in Lamay or at the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

We will spend the day visiting a mountain community in Lamay, where we will learn about local life and customs, while contributing to their sustainable development. Starting at La Base Lamay, we'll head to the community where our hosts will share with us their customs and lifestyle. Our day will take us along the trails to recognize the wild flora, and its medicinal and nutritional properties. We will participate in agricultural labor according to the season, explore the native crops and the ancient farming techniques. After a healthy traditional lunch, the local women will share with us their weaving arts and will talk about their role in their family and the community. In the afternoon, we'll return to Lamay village and drop you off at your hotel.

We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Ollantaytambo Station to board the train to Km 104, the starting point of the one-day Inca Trail hike. From here, you will begin an uphill walk through the lush cloud forest, following ancient Inca paths. Along the way, you will visit the impressive archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna. The trail then continues along beautifully preserved stone pathways toward Machu Picchu. Enter the citadel through the iconic Sun Gate, a magical moment ideal for unforgettable photos. After the visit, take a bus down to Machu Picchu town and enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at a Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel.

Take you to the bus stop for the 30-minute drive to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. After your guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel, take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes. The guide will drop you at a restaurant for lunch or to the train station for your return to Ollantaytambo. Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco City.

In the morning, we will drive to Sacsayhuaman and neighboring archaeological sites, where we will discover the impressive architecture and learn how the ancient cultures of Cusco integrated their presence with the natural landscape of the Andes. Afterwards we wil drive down to Cusco city and visit the main atractions such as the Cathedral, Qoricancha (the Temple of the Sun) and the Plaza de Armas. If time allows we can go to the Pre-Colombian art museum or other iconic places in the city of Cusco. Then back to the hotel or to our next destination. Free afternoon to enjoy by your own.

Last day in Cusco. Today we will have a free morning to enjoy in our hotel or to walk around city of Cusco. Time to get ready to be transferred to the airport and fly back to Lima or to our next destination.