Machu Pichhu/Cusco four days DIY hiking trips suggestions [closed]

We are planning on a trip to Cusco area for four/five days in December. We are buying necessary tickets to go to Machu Pichhu and Montana. Tickets to the other trails via http://www.machupicchu.gob.pe/ are sold out. Would you suggest DIY day hikes or treks around Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, or Cusco for the other 3 days? Any links or book suggestions will be nice.

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Ollantaytambo is better suited for hikes than Cusco. But, you can easily go for hikes around Cusco as well. The possibilities from Aguas Callientes are limited. (And, it's not a very nice town if you're not going to Machu Picchu.)

In Cusco, everyone and their brother will be able and willing to get you on day tours. But, I would probably start by asking the guys from the Cusco Free Walking Tour. I'm not affiliated, but, their city tour is quite good (though their tour in Arequipa is, well, awesome) and I'd say they genuinely will try to help you in finding good day trips, or point you to the people that can.

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Can you hike to Machu Picchu without a guide?

If you want to hike your way to Machu Picchu, you must do it with a tour. However, it is also entirely possible (and quite easy) to visit Machu Picchu on your own, tour-free. This can either be done as a day trip from Cusco or by staying overnight in a neighboring town and taking a bus or walking up to the ruins.

How long does it take to backpack Machu Picchu?

There are a number of trekking routes along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. However, the Classic Inca Trail route is a 3 to 5 day hike, and on average, it takes 4 days and 3 nights to reach Machu Picchu.

Can you backpack to Machu Picchu?

No large backpacks are allowed on Machu Picchu: Only small, personal day bags. The official limit is a maximum 20 liter bag, and anything larger will be required to remain outside.

How much time do you need at Machu Picchu?

For most people, one day is sufficient, but an extra day lets you explore the site and its surroundings more fully and at a more relaxed pace. However, in order to see everything and fully appreciate the site, we recommend spending two days at Machu Picchu.

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