Inca Trail Short Trek to Machu Picchu – 2D/1N
Experience one of the most iconic trekking routes in Peru with this short yet immersive Inca Trail adventure to Machu Picchu. This 2-day journey combines scenic train travel, ancient Inca pathways, cloud forest landscapes, and a guided visit to the legendary Machu Picchu Citadel. Ideal for travelers who want to walk a section of the classic Inca Trail without committing to the full multi-day hike, this tour offers history, nature, and comfort in a perfectly balanced itinerary.
Duration
2 Days
Duration
2 Days
Duration
2 Days
Duration
2 Days
Itinerary
Day 1: Inca Trail KM 104 – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco and transferred to the train station to begin your journey toward the Inca Trail starting point at KM 104. Upon arrival, you will officially enter the Inca Trail network and visit Chachabamba, an important ceremonial site believed to have served as a control entrance to Machu Picchu.
The hike continues through lush cloud forest scenery, surrounded by rivers, waterfalls, and native flora. After a scenic ascent, you will enjoy a break and a box lunch before reaching Wiñay Wayna, one of the most impressive archaeological complexes along the Inca Trail. This site showcases agricultural terraces, temples, and panoramic views of the Urubamba Valley.
By midday, you will reach the legendary Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where you will witness your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu from above. After descending, you will travel to Aguas Calientes town, where you will check in at your hotel and rest for the night.
Day 2: Inca Trail KM 104 – Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco and transferred to the train station to begin your journey toward the Inca Trail starting point at KM 104. Upon arrival, you will officially enter the Inca Trail network and visit Chachabamba, an important ceremonial site believed to have served as a control entrance to Machu Picchu.
The hike continues through lush cloud forest scenery, surrounded by rivers, waterfalls, and native flora. After a scenic ascent, you will enjoy a break and a box lunch before reaching Wiñay Wayna, one of the most impressive archaeological complexes along the Inca Trail. This site showcases agricultural terraces, temples, and panoramic views of the Urubamba Valley.
By midday, you will reach the legendary Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where you will witness your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu from above. After descending, you will travel to Aguas Calientes town, where you will check in at your hotel and rest for the night.
- Alojamiento
- Comidas como se indica en el itinerario (4x Desayuno, 3x Almuerzo, 3x Cena).
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas
- Calientes a Ollantaytambo
- Transporte
- Transporte de Playa Sahuayaco a Hidroeléctrica.
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas Calientes a Ollantaytambo.
- Transporte de Ollantaytambo a Cusco
- Guía profesional de habla inglesa/española
- Alojamiento
- Comidas como se indica en el itinerario (4x Desayuno, 3x Almuerzo, 3x Cena).
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas
- Calientes a Ollantaytambo
- Transporte
- Transporte de Playa Sahuayaco a Hidroeléctrica.
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas Calientes a Ollantaytambo.
- Transporte de Ollantaytambo a Cusco
- Guía profesional de habla inglesa/española
- Alojamiento
- Comidas como se indica en el itinerario (4x Desayuno, 3x Almuerzo, 3x Cena).
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas
- Calientes a Ollantaytambo
- Transporte
- Transporte de Playa Sahuayaco a Hidroeléctrica.
- Ticket de entrada en tren de Aguas Calientes a Ollantaytambo.
- Transporte de Ollantaytambo a Cusco
- Guía profesional de habla inglesa/española
From
200 USD
per person
2 days, Short Inca Trail
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