Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 Days
Tour Summary
Day 1: Wiñaywayna – Aguas Calientes
- Hotel Pickup: Transfer to the train station.
- Train to kilometer 104: Start of the hike.
- Chachabamba: First archaeological site at 2,250 m.a.s.l.
- Hike to Wiñaywayna: Lunch at the agricultural center.
- Inti Punku (Sun Gate): Panoramic view of Machu Picchu.
- Descent to Aguas Calientes: Dinner and accommodation at a hotel (optional).
Day 2: Machu Picchu – Cusco
- Breakfast and ascent to Machu Picchu: Guided tour of 2.5 hours.
- Option to climb Huayna Picchu: Entrance not included.
- Return to Aguas Calientes: Train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy.
- Transport to Cusco: Arrival at the hotel in Cusco, end of the tour.
Day 1: Wiñaywayna - Aguas Calientes
The first day begins early with pickup from your hotel to head to the train station. From there, you'll board a train that will take you to Kilometer 104, where you'll meet your guide to start the hike.
You'll arrive at the first archaeological site, Chachabamba, located at 2,250 meters. As you progress along the Inca Trail, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Urubamba River and the lush vegetation of the cloud forest.
The hike continues to the agricultural center of Wiñaywayna, where we'll take a short break for lunch. Afterwards, we follow the trail toward Machu Picchu, passing through Inti Punku or the Sun Gate, an ideal spot to watch the sunset over the Inca citadel. After this magical experience, you'll descend to Aguas Calientes, where you'll have dinner with your guide and the group before spending the night in a hotel.
You can choose your own accommodation or opt for one of the recommended options from the tour.
Day 2: Machupicchu - Cusco
On our second day, after breakfast, we ascend to visit Machu Picchu, the wonder of the world that sits at 2,400 meters above sea level. The visit will last approximately two and a half hours, during which you'll explore the Inca citadel with your guide, discovering the main points of interest, such as the plazas, temples, sacred fountains, and the agricultural sector.
After the guided tour, if you have a ticket for Huayna Picchu (entrance not included), you can take the opportunity to climb this mountain and enjoy the panoramic views.
Finally, depending on your train schedule, you will return to Aguas Calientes to catch the train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy. There, our transportation will take you back to Cusco, dropping you off at your hotel. This concludes your incredible experience on the 2-day Inca Trail.
Includes:
- Transfers from hotel/train station/hotel.
- Train to kilometer 104.
- Entrance tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
- Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Return tickets to Ollantaytambo/Poroy on a tourist train (Expedition).
- Food only mentioned in the itinerary: 1L (box lunch), 1D (dinner), 1B (breakfast).
- Professional guide in English/Spanish throughout the journey.
Not Include:
- The first breakfast (first day).
- The last lunch (second day).
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu (75 USD).
- Tips.
Recommendations:
- Your original passport to be shown at the control before entering the Machu Picchu National Park.
- Water bottle for the road.
- A backpack with enough clothes for the 2 days of the tour.
- Waterproof jacket in case of rain (plastic ponchos can be bought in Cusco).
- Flashlights and batteries.
- Camera.
- Hiking shoes.
- Swimsuit, in case you want to visit the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
- Cash, in case you want to buy souvenirs.
- A hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, toilet paper.
- Optional: hiking stick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What archaeological sites are visited during the 2-day Inca Trail?
The sites visited include Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, and Machu Picchu, including the Sun Gate (Inti Punku).
Is accommodation in Aguas Calientes included?
The tour includes dinner and accommodation in a hotel in Aguas Calientes, but you can choose your own accommodation or use one of the recommended options.
Can I climb Huayna Picchu during the tour?
Yes, you can climb Huayna Picchu if you have purchased the ticket separately. The ascent is not included in the tour.
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