Name: 3 Day Sacred Valley & Short Inca Trail tour without hotel
Location: Cusco, Perú

Andean Path Travel

10 reviews

Duration: 3 days

Group size: 1 - 8

3 Day Sacred Valley & Short Inca Trail tour without hotel

Cusco, Perú

Duration: 3 days

Group size: 1 - 8

Explore Sacred Valley Tour & Private Short Inca Trail 3 days offers you to know the treasure of Cusco city and Peru. In this Sacred Valley Trip you will have the opportunity to appreciate the Inca remains of Pisac and Ollantaybombo and also we agricultural terraces of Pisac that is so gorgeous it can not be described.

This Tour package 3 Days Sacred Valley & Inca Trail Hike is a perfect combination of culture and history where you can learn from the rich history of the ancestors and the indigenous people who still live in the sacred valley of the Incas

This trip take you through Short Inca Trail known as one of the routes most frequented by all travellers seeking adventure in a strictly protected ecological environment. This Trail is unique on the world, known for its natural environment where you can appreciate the most varied natural fauna and flora that will take you to an enigmatic world where you will appreciate the different ecological floors, adorned with imposing snow peaks Mountains, Inca complex such Chachabama, Winayhuayna, and rivers.

Huayna Picchu

$75

Availability of this option will be confirmed within 48 hours of payment as it depends on the real time availability of government permits

Walking poles

Price quoted is per pair

1D Rainbow Mountain

$105

Day 1
Day 1
Cusco - Pisac - Ollantaytambo
We will pick you up early from your hotel and then we will go to the sacred valley to start with our Sacred Valley Tour. our first stop will be at Pisac market where you will be able to appreciate the Inca texteleria and other crafts and then we will go to the Inca complex of Pisac to be able to appreciate the wonder of its architecture and its Inca terraces that still remain then we learn a Rich history of our ancestors that will be delevered by our local guide and then we will continue to our the lunch place to taste the Andean buffet which served on the sacred valley of Urubamba and then we will head on to Inca citadel of ollantaytambo where we will explore the majestic Inca city surrounded by its terraces and temples after exploring we will go to your hotel where you can take a short break. You can then opt to go out for dinner in Ollantaytambo before retiring for the night.

WALKING DISTANCE: NO
LOW ELEVATION: 2950 m / 9477 ft
HIGHEST ELEVATION: 3450 m / 12,690 ft
DIFFICULTY: Moderate to Challenging
MEALS INCLUDED: Lunch
ACCOMMODATION: None included
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Day 2
Day 2
Ollantaytambo - Km104 - Sun gate - Machu Picchu
The next day we will wake up early to go the train station which only 15 minutes from our hotel in Ollantaytambo and take the train to Kilometer (Km) 104, which takes about 1 hour. Km 104 is an unscheduled train stop so you will probably feel a twinge of satisfaction that the train is stopping especially for you – and by knowing you are about to see things that no one else will get to! At Km 104 we will get off the train and pass the Inca Trail checkpoint where we will see our first archaeological center called Chachabamba (2,170 m / 7,170 ft). These ruins were one of the last shelters that the Incas used before they reached Machu Picchu. This site was also used as a religious and administrative center, and features several buildings.
Then, we will gradually ascend for about 2-3 hours climbing Inca stone steps while our guide points out different flora and fauna along the trail. We will then pass a tall waterfall before arriving at the archaeological site called Wiñay Wayna at (2,650 m / 8,700 ft), which is named after an orchid and means Forever Young in Quechua. We will climb to the top of the ruins and enjoy lunch with an incredible view of the Urubamba River and the Sacred Valley. This large site sits on a mountainside and features experimental terraces that the Incas used to grow different crops. We will visit an important temple with 7 windows that was dedicated to the rainbow as well as observe the amazing engineering of water channels that still function today.
Once we finish our tour here, we will continue our hike for about 1 ½ hours on a part of the Inca Trail which is relatively flat, with small ascents and descents along the way. At about 5:00 pm we will reach the Sun Gate (2,720 m / 8,920 ft), which is called Intipunku in Quechua. This is where we will have our first view of Machu Picchu and from there we will head down to the ruins. From Machu Picchu, we take the bus to your Aguas Calientes hotel. You can then take a break before enjoying a dinner in Aguas Calientes town before retiring to your hotel for the night.

WALKING DISTANCE: 10 km / 7.45miles
STARTING ELEVATION: 2100m / 7895ft
HIGHEST ELEVATION: 2700 m / 9567 ft
DIFFICULTY: Moderate to Challenging
MEALS INCLUDED: Packed Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: None
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Day 3
Day 3
Machu Picchu Tour - Ollantaytambo - Cusco hotel
We will get up early and then we will catch the bus to Machu Picchu in Aguas Calientes. We will want to be at Machu Picchu by six AM to see the sunrise. Once we reach Machu Picchu you will be given an approximately 2 hour guided walking tour of the site.
If you have elected to climb Huayna Picchu mountain (the price for this is not included in your tour) you will then continue on to begin your hike. If you are not climbing the mountain you will return to Aguas Calientes by bus.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you can opt to enjoy lunch before boarding the expedition train to Ollantaytambo ( train station). From Ollantaytambo you will travel by private van to Cusco and we will drop you off at your hotel. Arrival time in Cusco depends on the time of your train ticket as well as traffic, but usually you arrive at about 7pm.

Meals: None
Maximum altitude: 2,040 m/ 6,691 ft
Minimum altitude: 2,440 m/ 8,052 ft
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Day 1

Cusco - Pisac - Ollantaytambo

We will pick you up early from your hotel and then we will go to the sacred valley to start with our Sacred Valley Tour. our first stop will be at Pisac market where you will be able to appreciate the Inca texteleria and other crafts and then we will go to the Inca complex of Pisac to be able to appreciate the wonder of its architecture and its Inca terraces that still remain then we learn a Rich history of our ancestors that will be delevered by our local guide and then we will continue to our the lunch place to taste the Andean buffet which served on the sacred valley of Urubamba and then we will head on to Inca citadel of ollantaytambo where we will explore the majestic Inca city surrounded by its terraces and temples after exploring we will go to your hotel where you can take a short break. You can then opt to go out for dinner in Ollantaytambo before retiring for the night.

WALKING DISTANCE: NO
LOW ELEVATION: 2950 m / 9477 ft
HIGHEST ELEVATION: 3450 m / 12,690 ft
DIFFICULTY: Moderate to Challenging
MEALS INCLUDED: Lunch
ACCOMMODATION: None included

Andean Path Travel

10 reviews

Andean Path Travel is a Peruvian Travel Company that caters to world´s travelers that want to step off the beaten truck, embrace the unexpected and immerse in the authentic and extraordinary of alive culture of peru, history and nature. Our staff people have the ideal balance of passion, attitude, intuition and high-guality expertise to make and deliver truly unique and unforgettable experience for you, under a fulfilling selection of innovative and off the beaten truck trekking adventures, non-conventional tourism and most authentic

Amazing experience!! Highly recommend!! We did the 2 day Inca Trail with our family, kids 12 and 13. Ron was our guide and he is a big part of wjmhy this was just a great experience. He is knowledgeable and passionate about Inca culture. He taught us many aspects of Inca culture and the history of the ruins. He also shared his knowledge of local plants and animals. On the hike, we was both patient and encouraging, especially with the kids. His superb photography skills helped us get the best family photos along the trek and at Machu Picchu. The communication from Andean Path was excellent and professional. We felt confident booking this trip and we are so, so glad that we did. This was a highlight of our trip and Andean Path with Ron as our guide were phenomenal. Thank you so much for this unforgettable experience.

By Cori C for 2 Days Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Hotel on Jul 09, 2024

Excellent trip, highly recommended for the entire family. The guide was great, full of interesting local facts. The camping experience, including waking upright in the middle of these impressive mountains, was very interesting. The entire experience is very recommended and the price tag seemed very competitive. Thanks to all the staff that care of us during this amazing experience.

By Jorge S for Sacred Valley & Short Inca Trail with Camping on Apr 07, 2024

David was an artful guide in sharing his love for his country and its rich history. He was able to share a wealth of knowledge with the adults as well as engage our inquisitive and challenging teens. He had an infectious positive energy and made the trip immensely better! We will never forget our amazing by experience and would be happy to host him if he ever visits the Hill Country in Texas!

By Ashley E for 4D Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Experience on Mar 19, 2024

The trip to Machu Picchu was one of the VERY BEST travel/hiking expeditions that I have ever experienced. Period! From START to FINISH, we were treated with expert gentle guidance by our leader (David) that had spent FIVE YEARS in "college" studying the environment; so, yes, expert knowledge and gentle delivery were superb! Every accommodation was spot-on brilliant and a perfect fit for excited travelers to R&R AND just get out and visit. The hike to Machu Picchu proper was nicely challenging. It was a bit challenging in that some of the upsides (hills) are a bit steep, and all are entertainingly narrow with a great view down sans guardrails. In summary, an adventure brilliantly unique hosted by a team in a great location that certainly adds to the brilliance!!

By Jo ann P for Machu Picchu 2 day Hike + Huayna Picchu Mountain on Sep 20, 2023

It has been a tremendous experience: the hike during lush countryside up to the sun gate and down to Machu Picchu is both enjoyable and dramatic. Andean Path's tour arrangement was impeccable with train and bus times such that we were able to enjoy Machu Picchu when the huge crowds were either already gone or not there yet. The pick of accommodation in both Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes were good choices. Central to our experience being so positive was our tour guide Ronald. His incredible wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the tour made a huge difference. We enjoyed three glorious days.