For those who enjoy hiking – but are not excited about three nights camping – the “Short Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu” allows folks to take the train from Ollantaytambo to kilometer 104 along the railway, beginning a one-day hike from there. It can be a strenuous day, as one quickly zigzags up the hillside from the train stop to a set of ruins at Winay Wayna (elevation gain of about 1,800 feet). Winay Wayna was one of the largest support communities along the original Inca Trail. It served as a guard post and agricultural area just a few miles from the citadel of Machu Picchu itself. From Winay Wayna it’s a slight, but long, downhill along the Inca Trail itself to the Sun Gate, where folks scramble over the top to gain their first sweeping views of the ruins at Machu Picchu and the famous triangular mountain called Huaynapicchu in the background. From the Sun Gate (Inki Punku), it is still another mile or so to the heart of the ruins – but a mile filled with great views and anticipation!
We have used AL for decades now to plan trips. Kassandra has been with us from the start and has never disappointed. She knows our family and our quirks and is always willing to fit the trip to us. This time we made her work for the booking because of family member schedules. It has all come together for a great Christmas gift for many families.
Kris Rowe
2 weeks ago
Great company. Good communications. Great accommodations, excursions, transport. Guide Elvira was spectacular along with transport, driver, Cesar and activities
Kathy S
1 month ago
Having done a trip in the past with Adventure Life, I found picking a trip and customizing it was a breeze and fit everything I wanted
Scott Drayer
1 month ago
Arvin has been very responsive and professional.
Carlotta Diaz
2 months ago
very easy to deal with kassandra. she listened to what our interests were and planned a great trip for us. nothing to worry about!
