Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
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Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day – Explore the cloud forest of Santa Teresa through the Amazonian Inca Trail and then take a dip in the thermal baths of Cocalmayo. Continue the next day on the other Lucmabamba Inca Trail, first sighting Machu Picchu from northwest of Machu Picchu, then spend the night in Aguas Calientes.
The Best Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
The Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day expedition concludes with the Short Inca Trail adventure going to Machu Picchu from the south-west of Aguas Calientes; take a second look at the enigmatic Inca citadel from the other side of the Inti Punku “Sun Gate” mountain. Every day, explore different original Inca trails until you reach the Machu Picchu destination.
Overview
Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4-Day Summary
CUSCO, PERU, SOUTH AMERICA – LATAM “Latin America”
Every day we have the adventure of walking through the green forest of the buffer zone of the Machu Picchu sanctuary, and within it, most days are hot and sunny except for a few days of the year; There is also the possibility that there will be rain on some days of the year because we are close to the beginning of the Amazon jungle south of Cusco, in addition to walking inside the cloud forest, in this section, we will summarize the outdoor activities.
Trip Summary Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
- Day 1: Cusco – Santa Maria Amazon Trail – Santa Teresa
- Day 2: Lucmabamba Hike – Aguas Calientes by Train
- Day 3: Aguas Calientes – Join the inimitable Inca Trail
- Day 4: Machu Picchu Guided Tour | Return to Cuzco by train and by road
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Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day Highlights
Inspiring Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
- Experience National Park of Machu Picchu!
- An excellent hiking alternative to Machu Picchu is the Amazon Inca Trail; Most of the year, it’s hot.
- Taste organized fruits on the treks to the destination, find coca plantations and taste delicious local organic coffee.
- See Machu Picchu from two different mountains of Llactapata and Inti Punku, observing the fantastic nature surrounding you.
Why You´ll love the Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
This active excursion covers excellent distances every day. Rely on hiking for up to six hours! But not every day is on tour. The pace is sometimes a little challenging, especially on the second and third days of the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, for customers who choose to do the optional Huayna Picchu trek.
Physical Preparation for Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
Participants must be in good physical condition to compete in the Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day. Further training does recommend before departure. You will encounter uneven surfaces, stairs, steep steps, rocky and unpaved terrain, and marked slopes. If you climb the Inca Trail from Machu Picchu, you cannot turn back and must complete the trek until you reach the town of Aguas Calientes.
When visiting Machu Picchu, remember that canes are not allowed; hiking poles are permitted on the Inca Trail as long as they have rubber tips. Also, selfie sticks are prohibited, and only folding umbrellas are allowed.
Altitude Sickness Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
Cusco is 3,500 meters – 11,000 feet above sea level, which may be a consideration for those with heart problems or those affected by altitude. We recommend our explorers consult their doctor before signing up for this adventure. Final routes and activities might change due to weather conditions, etc. We recommend purchasing personal travel insurance to cover accidents or events.
Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4-Day Itinerary
4 Day Inca Jungle Trek and Short Inca Trail
We are looking for Amazon jungles with heat and pure air! This Amazon trek is for you so you can take a vacation, walk through the Amazon Andes and enjoy the beautiful landscapes. In this section, we have developed the day-to-day with a specific description of the schedules, kilometers to walk, unevenness, etc.
BRIEFING Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
Please note that you will need to attend the pre-hike briefing at 6:00 p.m. the day before the first day of the hike. We organize the informative talk at the hotel reception where the travelers are staying.
We recommend arriving at least a day before your excursion to acclimate to the altitude before your hiking adventure. Spending a full day in Cuzco (3,249 m/10,659 ft) relaxing and drinking plenty of water is usually enough to acclimate most people.
PRESENTATION OF SHORT INCA TRAIL BY INCA JUNGLE TREK 4 DAY
Cusco – Santa Maria – Santa Teresa
Start of the land trip from Cusco to Santa Maria: 05:00 a.m. “4 and a half hours of travel”
The vehicular trip is through the Sacred Valley, passing through the traditional towns of Ollantaytambo, the pass of Malaga, and then descending towards the cloudy forest of Carrizales, Huiro, etc.; Upon arrival in Santa Maria, we head to the left looking for the start of the Amazon Inca Trail to start our adventure of walking through the Amazon of Cusco, we walk for about 3 hours and then re-board our vehicle and continue with the trip to Santa Teresa. In the afternoon, we will visit the Cocalmayo hot springs to enjoy our vacation in one of the best thermal baths in Peru.
Short description of the hiking
- Start time of the Amazon Inca Trail Hike: 9:30 a.m.
- Walking kilometers: 5.5 km/3.4 miles | 3 hours
- Hiking Difficulty: Challenging – Moderate – Easy.
- Highest hiking place:
- Lowest trekking site:
- Leisure: 02 hours of enjoyment in the hot spring of Cocalmayo
- Camp Site: None | Basic tourist lodging “Santa Teresa Overnight.”
Food
Box Lunch, and Dinner
Physical Level
Demanding
Walking Distance
5.5 km/3.4 miles
Hiking Time
7 hours
Min Altitude
1,433m/4,701 ft.
Max Altitude
1,640m/5,380 ft.
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Santa Teresa – Lucmabamba – Aguas Calientes
We board a local vehicle to get to Lucmabamba very early in the morning, “50 minutes of travel.” Lucmabamba presents original relics of the Inca Trail. Turn towards the Aobamba valley and see Machu Picchu in the distance from the Llactapata viewpoint. Walking through Lucmabamba is within the cloud forest vegetation. Arriving at the hydroelectric station in the afternoon, we follow the train track heading to Aguas Calientes.
Briefly excursion information
- The vehicular trip starts from Santa Teresa to Lucmabamba at 05:30 a.m.
- Start time of the walk: 6:30 a.m.
- Walking kilometers: 16.2 km/8.3 miles | 07 hours
- Hiking Difficulty: Challenging – Moderate.
- Highest hiking place: Lucmabamba Pass
- Lowest trekking site: Hydroelectric
Food
Local brekfast, Lunch and Dinner
Physical Level
Demanding
Walking Distance
10.2 km/6.3 miles
Hiking Time
05 hours
Min Altitude
1,815m/5,954 ft.
Max Altitude
2,814m/9,232 ft.
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Aguas Calientes – Short Inca Trail – Aguas Calientes
We start the walk from the town of Aguas Calientes following the railway until we reach km 104; at km 104, we have official control of the Inca Trail network; we present our passports to enter the sanctuary of Machu Picchu and continue with the ascent walk until we reach the Inca constructions of Wiñaywayna and Inti Punku, from the Intipunku we have exceptional views of the Inca citadel, in the afternoon we board the bus service to the town of Aguas Calientes to spend the night for the second consecutive night before exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
Excerpt of the hiking
- At the start of the walk, “Aguas Calientes 2,100 meters/6,900 feet.”
- Total walking distance: 16 kilometers / 9.9 miles
- Aguas Calientes to KM 104: 02 hours of walking
- KM 104 – Inti Punku – Machu Picchu: 05 hours of hiking
- Maximum elevation “Inti Punku – The Sun Gate”: 2700mt /8540 ft
- Hike Difficulty: Moderate – Challenging – Easy
- Meals: Lunch “Box lunch.”
- Bus service from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes: 1 bus ticket
Food
Box Lunch
Physical Level
Moderate
Walking Distance
16 kilometers / 9.9 miles
Hiking Time
6 hours
Min Altitude
2,430m/7,972 ft.
Max Altitude
2700mt /8540 ft
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Visit Machu Picchu | Afternoon Return to Cusco
The hikers of the Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day choose the time of visit to Machu Picchu since the choice is free for the walkers of the Inca Trail. You only enter Machu Picchu once for the guided tour.
- Bus service to Machu Picchu (up and down)
- Two-hour guided tour inside Machu Picchu.
- NOTE: NO FREE TIME according to the new regulations of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary since 2015. If you require more time, book a new entrance ticket
Afternoon, board your train service to POROY and Return to Cusco City.
Information about the train service from MACHU PICCHU TO OLLANTAYTAMBO
- Railway company: PERU RAIL
- Train Travel Route: MACHU PICCHU TO POROY
- Class: EXPEDITION 34
- Train departure time from Aguas Calientes train station: 15:20
- Travelers must be inside the train facilities: At 14:50; otherwise, you will not be allowed to board the train.
- Arrival time at OLLANTAYTAMBO train station: 19:05
When you arrive at the POROY train station, go to the waiting area where our staff will wait for you. Look for a sign with your name on it.” Group Name: Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
Private transfer service from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco “Hotel.”
Cusco Overnight: Travelers organize and reserve their hotels
Food
Hotel breakfast
Physical Level
Easy
Walking Distance
Stroll
Hiking Time
2-hour guided tour
Min Altitude
2,065m/6,774ft.
Max Altitude
2,430m/7,972 ft.
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What to Bring
- You must bring your original passport to show to the train service, Inca Trails, and Machu Picchu
- Daypack
- Small travel bag for Machu Pichu (You can store your main suitcase safely at Hotel Cusco.)
- Water bottle “It is forbidden to introduce non-recyclable plastics in Machu Picchu; take precautions and bring reusable bottles.”
- Good sturdy shoes or walking boots
- Warm fleece jacket
- Layers of warm clothing “In Cusco, get some baby alpaca wool.”
- Hats (to protect yourself from the sun and also to keep warm)
- Rain gear, Waterproofing
- Essential Sunglasses
- High SPF sunscreen “In cream.”
- Insect repellent “In cream allowed inside the citadel; let’s conserve flora and fauna of the seventh world wonder.”
Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4-Day Price Information
PRICES PER PERSON [U.S Dollar] 2025
Private service (2 people minimum to book)
$823. per person
Group service (3 people minimum to book)
$649. per person
Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day Upgrade
TRAIN SERVICES
By PeruRail / PER PERSON
+ $45 Vistadome train (one way: MACHUPICCHU – POTOY) Inbound Journey
+ $445.00 Hiram Bingham train (Train MACHUPICCHU – POROY) Inbound Journey
EXTRA TICKETS
+$75 Huayna Picchu
+$75 Montaña
+$60 RE-ENTRY TO MACHU PICCHU
DISCOUNTS
This applies to the following services
Machu Picchu Fee
Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day College students$30 off
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FAQs About the Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day
How far in advance should I book the Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day?
It is recommended to make your reservation two months before your trip; if you plan to travel between May and October, it is best to book your ticket three months in advance.
Are there restrooms on the Short Inca trail?
Yes, there are several restrooms along the trail; some of them are around Chachamaba and Wiñaywayna.
Can I make the Short Inca Trail on my own?
No, renting a tour operator – an authorized travel agency- would be best.
Is the Short Inca Trail dangerous?
No, it would be best if you only trekked through the marked hiking places.
How should I prepare for the Short Inca Trail?
Like others, the Short Inca Trail Tour is a trekking stretch, so you should be careful when hiking and get information about the best season to hike the Inca Trail.
Hiking this short trek requires moderate physical condition and previous preparation for a day walk, including adapting to the altitude (acclimatization), preparing the adventure backpack, and hiring a good travel operator to provide all the services required for this tour.
Travel Guide
As its name indicates, the Inca Jungle goes through Cusco Amazon Jungle landscapes. For safety reasons, it is not recommended to tour the route in the months with more rain: January, February, and March. These can cause landslides and accidents to people. However, it is possible to hike this fantastic adventure for the rest of the year.
If you choose this lovely tour to visit Machu Picchu, do not forget to bring adequate clothing for the hikes. Also, bring bathing clothes and a towel to enjoy the thermal baths of Cocalmayo on the first day in the afternoon. Sunscreen, a hat, mosquito repellent, and a rain poncho in case of rain are also recommended.
Learn more about 4 Day Short Inca Trail with Inca Jungle Trek
All Inca Jungle Tours include the entrance fee to Machu Picchu, which allows you to tour the archaeological site and get classic postcard photos. For an additional cost, the visitor can add the entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain, “a short trekking route at the top of the site.”
During the four-day trek, the weather will be hot most of the time. The geography is mountainous but with abundant tropical flora and fauna. The flora consists mainly of fruit plantations, coffee plantations, and the beautiful orchids of Machu Picchu. The fauna consists mainly of birds, such as the cock of the rock, or mammals, such as the Andean deer.
KONDOR PATH TOURS is the operator of all the tourist circuits of tours and hikes.
That means that KONDOR PATH TOURS will never transfer it to another company or a third party. All departures are 100% guaranteed.
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