From Cusco: Short Inca Trail 2 Days to Machu Picchu
ID: GYG475078-845268
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
2 days
Description
Enjoy Inca Trail short 2 days to Machu Picchu is a relatively short but challenging trek that offers stunning views of the Andes Mountains, lush forests, and Inca ruins along the way
We will start the day by picking you up from your hotel between 3:45 to 4:00 a.m. to transfer you to the train station in Ollantaytambo, where you will board the train at around 6:10 a.m. The train will take you to km 104 of the railway line, where you will start your 2-day Inca Trail trek. Here, you will meet your tour guide and pass the control point for the Inca Trail.
On the first day, we will begin with a 3-hour uphill hike to the Wiñaywayna archaeological complex, where you will have time to explore and listen to a guided explanation of the ruins. Afterward, you will have lunch and continue walking for another 2 hours to the Intipunku Sun Gate, from where you will have a spectacular view of Machu Picchu. We will then continue walking for about 45 minutes to Machu Picchu, where you will have time to take pictures and explore the ancient city.
After your visit to Machu Picchu, you will take a bus for 30 minutes to the nearby town of Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night in a hotel and enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the town’s restaurants.
Highlight: Trekking the Inca Trail, enjoying the views from the Sun Gate, sunset views from Machu Picchu.
Walking Distance: 15 km / 8 miles
Meals: B + L
Elevations: Trek starting point 2,000 m, the highest point is Sun Gate 2,720 m, the hotel is at 2,000 m
Weather: Hot and humid
Accommodation: Hotel night in Aguas Calientes
Highlights
- The Sun Gate, also known as Intipunku, is the entrance to Machu Picchu
- Visiting Machu Picchu is undoubtedly the highlight of the trek
- Enjoy The trail offers breathtaking views of the Andes Mountains, lush forest.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Start Point: Cusco – Hotel pick-up at 4:00 am
End Point: Cusco – Hotel drop-off around 6:30 pm
Pick-up & Drop-off: Sacred Valley (Urubamba, Ollantaytambo) availability
Duration: 2 days, 1 night
Service Type: Guided tour
Departure: Daily departures, open for booking on any date
Group Size: Up to 8 participants
Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Tickets: Included in the package
Dietary Options: Vegetarian/Vegan food available upon request at no extra charge
Meals Included: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
