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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 Day Hike

Activity Duration (2+ days)
Moderate
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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 Day Hike
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About

Experience the majesty of Machu Picchu on our 2-day Short Inca Trail hike.

What you'll do

Experience the most famous trek in South America in just 2 days. This incredible adventure is packed with excitement, magic, and mystery. Visitors from all over the world are drawn to this trail, thanks to the breathtaking beauty of its landscapes, the majesty of its Inca sites, and the natural wonders that surround it. This tour is perfect for those looking for a unique and unforgettable way to experience Machupicchu.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Pickup detailsWe pick you up from your hotel to start this great experience to Machu Picchu
  • Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
  • Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.Plaza Regocijo, F2M9+5X2, Cusco 08002, Peru
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

Not wheelchair accessible

What is not included?

  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

SG
Sandemans Tour Guide
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Cusco Hiking & Trekking Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 Day Hike in Cusco, Peru. This hiking & trekking experience includes 4 stops over 2 days. Duration: 48 hours. Activity level: Moderate.

Total 4 stops
Meals included:, Lunch:Box Lunch and Tourist Dinner in Aguas Calientes
Accommodation included:, Hotel in Aguas Calientes

Here is the starting point

Inca Trail
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Inca Trail

Stop: 6 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Inca Trail
  • Short Inca Trail starts in the morning. Our driver picks you up at 04 Am. to drives you to Ollantaytambo Train Station, Approximately 1:45 hours. Once you arrived at the train station, the train staff will ask your ID and tickets, therefore it is really important to carry your updated passport and the tickets that we will give you one night before in the briefing.
  • As soon as you arrive to Km 104 our tour leader will be already waiting for you to pass the Short Inca Trail Control. We are going to Provide you a box lunch and water, Before you start Machupicchu Trail, you will have the chance to use restrooms. The experience will start visiting Chachabamba Inca Site, 2250 meters over the sea, in the beginning. Our tour leader will explain and show you the best things about the Inca Trail like orchids, panoramic views, and different animals that lives there. More and less 05 km you start ascending until Winaywayna, the Little Machu Picchu, a majestic Inca building.
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Inca Trail

Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Inca Trail
  • There will be time to eat the box lunch and have a chance to use the Restroom however it will be a Basic toilet. Once you are ready, you will pass the second Short Inca Trail control, 3 km flat until you arrive at Sun Gate, the first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. From Sun Gate we will descend to 30 minutes to Machupicchu citadel to take only pictures. Finally, we will continue descending until we arrive at Aguas Calientes Where we pass one night. Optional to visit Hot springs in Aguas Calientes town. At night you have included dinner in a good restaurant.
  • Overnight at your Hotel in Aguas Calientes
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