Two Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Duration2 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 9 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Booking the short Inca trail to Machu Picchu with Kawsay Peru Travel promises you an immersive and enriching experience, unlike any other.

Our team, made up of local experts and passionate travel enthusiasts, prides itself on providing high-quality service, exceptional knowledge, and a personal touch to every tour we conduct. We prioritize safety and sustainability, ensuring responsible tourism practices at every step of your journey.

As a local tour company founded by a tour guide, we offer insider knowledge and unique perspectives, bringing history and culture to life. In addition, we are highly reviewed on TripAdvisor for our commitment to exceeding expectations, adding more confidence in your choice. With Kawsay Peru Travel, you don't just see the sights - you experience them.

What's included

Bus Tickets
Private transportation from your hotel to the train station
First aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
Private guided tour in Machu Picchu
Pick up from your hotel
Licensed guide with trekking experience and command of English.
Permits for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and entrance to Machu Picchu.
Lunch
One night accommodation in Aguas Calientes (bathroom, private room and breakfast included)
Breakfast
Expedition train ticket from Ollantaytambo to KM104
Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and then private transport connection to Cusco

Breakfast on the first day and Lunch on the last day of the trail
Optional hike to Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu mountains (49 USD)

What to expect

Day 1: Cusco - Km.104 - Chachabamba - Wiñay Wayna - Inti Punku - Aguas Calientes

Plaza de Armas
3h · Admission ticket included

Your Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu experience begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Cusco. We will be driving you through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Ollantaytambo.
Ollantaytambo
3h

You will be boarding the tourist train for an hour and 45 minutes trip to Km.104.
2 Day Inca Trail hike's trailhead, Km 104 is named after its distance from Cusco en route to Machu Picchu. The train ride from Ollantaytambo to the trailhead offers views from snowcapped Andean peaks to cloud forests.
We will be reaching the trailhead by 10:00 AM. Our crew will assist you in passing through the security control where your passport will be verified against the permit.
2h · Admission ticket included

We will be crossing a bridge here before beginning our hike to the first archaeological complex on the trail, Chachabamba (2150m 7053ft).
Chachabamba is home to a stone altar. The Incas used this place to worship Inti (Sun) and Apus (Mountain Peak). Locals here continue to honor these entities as their ancestors.
Our guide will be giving you detailed information on this and will demonstrate the way the rituals are practiced.
Winay Wayna
3h · Admission ticket included

After an immersive tour of the complex, we will be hiking further up for four hours to Wiñay Wayna archaeological complex.
In Quechua, the term Winay Wayna means forever young. It nestles at 2650 meters 8694ft) above sea level. It is a beautiful Inca complex. Our local expert will be sharing some interesting information about the complex and give you an insight into its history.
After the tour, we will be stopping at the campsite here for lunch.
2h · Admission ticket included

After lunch, we will be hiking for an hour through the lush cloud forest to Inti Punk (Sungate). You will get the first view of Machu Picchu citadel from here. We will be having a brief stop here as our guide will be explaining the history of the complex. You will have plenty of time to click photos and contemplate the pristine views.
We will then hike down the hill. towards Machu Picchu citadel and exit the complex.
Aguas Calientes
12h

Here we will be accommodating you in an ensuite hotel room for the night.
You will be having the evening to yourself so you can make the most of your time by visiting the natural hot springs after which Aguas Calientes gets its name.

Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Machu Picchu
5h

Your epic day of the Inca Trail 2-Day tour begins with an early morning bus transfer from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The 25 minutes ride will take you to the entrance of the iconic Inca citadel and one of the new world wonders, Machu Picchu.
As the trouncing sun would clear the blanket of clouds and unveil the citadel, we will begin the guided tour of the complex. On this two hours tour, we will be visiting the prime sites in the complex.
We will give you a tour of the remains of the royal quarters, Inca temples, ceremonial sites, and more.
After the tour, you will have plenty of time to contemplate the astounding views. If you have booked to climb Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu mountain, our tour guide will direct you to the respective trail head.
After soaking in the awe-inspiring views, we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes town.
Cusco
5h

You will have some free time here to explore the town. If desired, you can stop for lunch at one of the local restaurants (not included in the price).
Later in the evening, we will be taking the tourist train back to Ollantaytambo. Our representative will be meeting you here on arrival and will be driving you back to Cusco. We will be reaching by 0900 PM.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your hotel is not within the centre of Cusco city, we will meet you near the fountain in Plaza de Armas Cusco.

End point

If your hotel is not within the centre of Cusco city, we will meet you near the fountain in Plaza de Armas Cusco.

Pickup details

If your hotel is not within the centre of Cusco city, we will meet you near the fountain in Plaza de Armas Cusco.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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