








Machu Picchu Inca Trail 2D/1N
Machu Picchu Inca Trail 2D/1N
Short Hike
Machu Picchu Inca Trail 2D/1N Overview
This excursion to Machu Picchu lasts 2 days. It is the famous and wonderful Inca Trail to Machu Picchu for those who have less time available but do not want to miss this unique and mysterious Inca Trail.
We start at km. 104 km. better known as Chachabamba where we will have an introduction of the beginning of the Inca Trail as well as the archaeological complex of this wonderful place and walk to the archaeological complex of Wiñahuayna, located at 2,650 meters above sea level and then continue to Inti Punku (Puerta del Sol) at 2,750 meters above sea level, from where we will observe and accompany an impressive sunset of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, and then continue descending to the citadel of Machu Picchu where we will have some time to take pictures very close to the enclosure of this citadel and then continue to the town of Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night.
Early the next day we start our adventure taking the tourist bus from Aguas Calientes to the enigmatic and unknown city of Machu Picchu “The Golden City of the Incas”, where we will have a guided tour by a professional native of the Cusco region who will be in charge of the historical and anthropological part of the wonderful. Optionally we can make the Huayna Picchu hike with previous reservation in advance.
The short 2-day Inca Trail allows you to visit the excellent ruins such as Chachabamba and Wiñawayna, and enter on foot through the Sun Gate as the Incas did. After passing through the Machu Picchu park you will take the bus to the town of Aguas Calientes and then you will enjoy an unforgettable dinner in a modest and nice restaurant before going to rest. And the next day you will have the walk in Machu Picchu (Wonder of the World) with a private guided service.
We follow the «Health Guidelines to avoid COVID-19 on the Inca Trail 2 days» Guidelines that have been issued by the Peruvian government.
Trip Details:
- Walking distance – 12km / 7.45 miles
- Starting Elevation – 2,100 meters / 6889 feet
- Aguas Calientes Elevation – 2,000 meters / 6561 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Meals: Lunch and Dinner
- Lodging: Hotel
- Adventure: Absolutely, completely satisfactory
Itinerary Machu Picchu Inca Trail 2D/1N
Day 1:Cusco - Km. 104 - Wiñayhuayna - Aguas Calientes
We start with the pick up at your hotel at 04:00 am, to go in a tourist car to the town of Ollantaytambo with a travel time of approximately 2 hours, place where we board our train that will take us to Km. 104 where we will begin our walk, after making our registration in the control we will visit the archaeological site of Chachabamba (2,100 masl), then we will continue our journey for 4 hours approx. Here we will have a break to enjoy our lunch (box lunch), then we continue for 2 hours until we reach Inti Punku or Puerta del Sol, where we will have the first views of the mountain of Waynapicchu and the Inca city, we continue for about 40 minutes and arrive at Machupicchu where we will take the traditional photo. Afterwards we will board the bus to the town of Aguas Calientes to go to our hotel and dinner respectively.
Day 2:Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes - Cusco
Very early we will start our adventure activity to go to Machupicchu that will take 30 minutes in the tourist buses that provide transportation services which we will board according to the schedule of entry to the Inca citadel of Machupicchu. You will have a great time of this first part. The guided tour will last 2 hours approx. where we will visit important places such as the Temple of the Sun, the House of the Inca among others; then you will have free time to continue the visit on your own. Then you will head back to the town of Aguas Calientes to take your train back to Ollantaytambo and then take a tourist car to the city of Cusco.
Why should I do the Inca Trail 2 days with Kuskandes Trek?
- We are a practical, punctual, reliable, and welcoming travel company for every traveler and group. Check out our customer reviews and testimonials on Trip Advisor.
- Unlike other companies that send their clients by themselves and the guide waits for them at the beginning of the trail, you will travel on the same train with your guide from your hotel.
We do not share the service with other companies. - Small groups of 2 to 8 people maximum. This is what differentiates us from other travel companies that accept larger groups.
- Kukskandes Trek is a 100% locally owned tour company and a fully licensed Inca Trail operator.
- Our tour guides pride themselves on being up to date and having a comprehensive continuing professional development program. We love to show how fascinating and amazing the Inca Trail is.
- Your return train ticket is at 02:55 pm from Aguas Calientes. Therefore, you will arrive early in Cusco and have plenty of time to get a good night’s rest and to do any sightseeing you may have the following day.
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Included
- Transportation
- Train tickets Ollantaytambo – Km 104
- Train tickets Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Entrance tickets Inca Trail Machupicchu
- Professional bilingual guide
- Hotel
- Meals (1 breakfast, 1 cold lunch, 1 dinner)
- Bus tickets Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes (round trip)
- 1 night hotel accommodation
No Included
- Lunch on the last day
- Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes
- Entrance tickets to Huaynapicchu Mountain or Machupicchu Mountain.
- Tips.
Recommendations
- Water bottle.
- Battery-powered flashlight.
- Matches.
- Insect repellent.
- Sun protection.
- Hiking boots (preferably waterproof with ankle protectors).
- Sun hat or cap.
- Towel.
- Toilet paper.
- Raincoat (or plastic poncho).
- It is recommended to bring appropriate clothing for sunny days.
- It also has to do with a camera or camcorder, binoculars, sunglasses, compass.
- All equipment should be light to moderate weight.
What To Bring
- Take hiking poles
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, warm clothes for the cold, rain poncho.
- Hiking shoes
- Personal first aid kit
- First aid kit.
- Sun hat.
- mosquito repellent
- option: vegetarian
- vegetarian / special dietary options available
Travel Guide
Inca Trail availability:
The Inca Trail is closed every year in February for maintenance; therefore it is not available this month. The spaces indicated on this page are for the departure date of the 2 or 4 day trek (day 1). It does not matter if the other days are sold out or out of season. You can start your trek on any date marked in green.
Availability is controlled by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture. Only they can administer and authorize access to the Inca Trail. Access to the 4-day Inca Trail is limited to 500 people per day, including staff. For this reason, the number of spaces available on this page corresponds to spaces for hikers, i.e. 40% of the total (approximately 60% is for trekking staff). The 2-day Inca Trail is limited to 250 people per day and 100% of the spaces are reserved for hikers.
Reservations are for the current season (until December 31, 2020). For the next season 2021 we invite you to book your trek in advance.
For practical reasons, it is not possible to make reservations less than 480 hours before the departure of the hike or with less than 50 spaces available.
If you wish, you can subscribe to receive by email the availability or be informed once the new Inca Trail Machu Picchu 2021 season starts.
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World Travel N31. July, 2022.Verified
Excelente Mi Nombre es Nicolas de @world_travel_nicolas y puedo decir que fue la mejor experiencia que pude tener con el guia Americo, son los mejores y los recomiendo un 100%Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Natalia A1. July, 2022.Verified
Best Tour I've ever had! Américo gave us the best tour we could ask for.We were 6 peoples, went por 10 days. He made so interesting every place we went with all the history and knowledge that he shared, so it felt different and special his treatment instead of just going, take the picture and go. Also, the experience in the Salkantay trail it was magical and authentic as if we were the Andean man. I was a little bit worried for my 9 y/o son because the route is of high difficulty, but Américo and his crew were very helpful that made it very easy and pleasent for my kid, they answered all his questions and took cared of his needs.
The food was delicious every day of the tour and made by a private chef just for us. In short the crew made sure to cover all our needs.
The whole experience made me fell in love of Peru and its culture. Everyone in my family was please and happy for the amount of details and care.
I would definitely repeat this tour. It exceed my expectations. I hope i can come back and hire KuskAndes Treck for another tour.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
David P4. June, 2022.Verified
Mi viaje a cusco Kuskandes trek es una agencia que cumplió con todas mis expectativas al 100% americo es un excelente guía y amigo que estuvo en todo momento al pendiente gracias amigo por esta experiencia inolvidable 100% recomendable para toda persona viajera y aventureraPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Marlenne S4. June, 2022.Verified
Cuscotopia...!!! Esta agencia cumplió al 100% todas mis expectativas...! Américo es un excelente guía, un excelente fotógrafo y un excelente amigo. Siempre está muy al pendiente de cada tour. Es muy responsable. Recomiendo ampliamente viajar con él.😊
Saludos de tu amiga Marlen desde México!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Mayra G23. April, 2022.Verified
Just the best hike I ever did in my life. Americo was an amazing tour guide. It was 10 of us, all from different countries He was very knowable about the tour. Inca trail was 4 days with beautiful views . I highly recommend Americo and his whole team . If you are ready to have the greatest experience of your life get in touch with them and book your incredible experiencePosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Antonio M22. April, 2022.Verified
Machu Picchu alternative trek - Inka experience Americo went above and beyond to make our experience in Machu Picchu unforgettable! We arrived to Cusco in the middle of the strikes closing the main roads and whilst many tourists ended up trapped, Americo organised an alternative route to make our trip possible. Highly recommend him!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
leticiaguti856. November, 2021.Verified
Tour a Pie por Cuzco Nos encontramos con Americo por casualidad en la Plaza de Armas y la verdad que fue una buena coincidencia cruzarnos en el camino. Supo transmitirnos perfectamente la cultura Inca y la historia de Cuzco Definitivamente recomiendo este guía apasionado de su trabajoPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Hugo G6. November, 2021.Verified
Merece la pena Americo es un fenomeno, da gusto conocer gente como el. Pronto volveran las rutas por la montaña, hoy nos hizo el tour por la ciudad de cusco y pasamos el rato muy divertido y ameno. Mucha suerte!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Maricela8. May, 2020.Verified
Trek Peru Guía increíble, trato excelente , no te lo puedes perder! Cada paisaje vale la pena y las caminatas son cansadas pero todo es increíblePosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Santina O1. February, 2020.Verified
Trek to Machu Picchu Two summers ago my two girlfriends and I did the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. It was simply the most magical experience of my life. This trek is not easy and the altitude is no joke. However, the accomplished feeling you receive when you finally catch a glimpse of Machu Picchu is unmatched and totally worth every mile climbed. We complete our trek with Terrias Vivas, and had some issues. But our guide, Americo, became like a best friend to us (it was only the three of us and the guide for our trip). I was so happy to hear that he recently opened his own trekking company because he is amazing! He is SO intelligent and can identify nearly every single flower, plant, bird, etc. that he sees. He has such a kind heart and I wish that everyone hiking the Andes had the opportunity to have him as their guide.
In conclusion, this tour is definitely worth it. Again, Americo is incredible and I walked away with not only photos of incredible views, increased knowledge of culture and history, and full bellies but I also gained a great friend in the process!
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