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2-day Short Inca Trail

2 Days / 1 Night
From
$550 USD
per person
Difficulty
Moderate
Max. Altitude
2,700m / 8,858ft
Accommodation
Hotel
Group Size
16

The 2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the perfect option for those who want to experience this historic route in a shorter time. With only 16 kilometers, the hike offers a mix of stunning natural landscapes, from the high jungle to Inca ruins, bringing you closer to the iconic Machu Picchu citadel while enjoying the beauty of the surroundings.

This route allows you to walk along ancient Inca paths, with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the surrounding mountains. Upon reaching the emblematic Sun Gate (Inti Punku), you will get your first glimpse of Machu Picchu, a unique experience that only the Inca Trail can offer.

The 2-day Inca Trail experience combines the best of a train journey with an unforgettable scenic hike. On the first day, you will enjoy stunning landscapes as you trek the trail, and on the second day, you will explore the majestic Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world. This blend of adventure and exploration lets you live a unique and accessible experience in a reduced time frame.

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$ 550 USD
per person

Trip details

Tour Highlights:

  • Follow the legendary Inca Trail on a shorter, scenic route ideal for travelers with limited time.
  • Hike from Chachabamba to Wiñayhuayna, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved Inca sites.
  • Enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) and enjoy your first breathtaking view of the Lost City of the Incas.
  • Explore Machu Picchu with a professional bilingual guide who will uncover the mysteries of this World Wonder.
  • Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, the charming town below Machu Picchu, with time to relax before your second-day visit.

Short Inca Trail Itinerary: 2-Day Hike to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku)

Adventure, culture, and nature

Pick-up from your hotel to the train station. Train journey (~1,5 hrs) to kilometer 104, where we begin our hike towards the archaeological site of Chachabamba. From there, we continue hiking to the archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna where we enjoy lunch, and then proceed with the hike to Inti Punku (Sun Gate).

Here, we will have our first view of Machu Picchu before heading to the entrance control of the Machu Picchu citadel where a bus takes us downhill to Aguas Calientes. We’ll have dinner here, spend the night, and prepare for our visit to Machu Picchu the next day.

What’s Included & Not Included

Included:

  • Pre-tour briefing at our office
  • Pick-up from your hotel and transport to Ollantaytambo train station
  • 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner (vegetarian options available)
  • Entrance ticket to Inca Trail – Circuit 5
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • 1 night accommodation in Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes)
  • 1 day: Return bus Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
  • 2 day: Bus round-trip Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
  • Train round-trip Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes​
  • Minivan Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Not Included:

  • Personal care items
  • Breakfast on the first day, lunch on the last day
  • Entrance to hot springs of Aguas Calientes
  • Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain entrance (book 4 months in advance, US $70)

What Should You Bring?

  • Hiking shoes
  • Lightweight backpack (20L)
  • Cash (preferably small bills)
  • Hat or cap
  • Long and short-sleeved shirts
  • Long and short pants
  • Optional plastic rain poncho
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, Toilet paper
  • Camera and phone chargers
  • Sunscreen and insect repellent
  • Personal / medical items

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