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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2-Day Tour

About this experience

This 2-day tour will take you around beautiful Cusco to admire the living Inca Architecture, combined with walking part of the Inca Trail and seeing the amazing Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will explore the impressive Inca town Wiñay huayna, the most beautiful Inca town on the Inca Trail. You'll hike to the Sun Gate from where you will witness the first view of Machu Picchu. You will then spend a day at the magical, mystical and amazing Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

At a glance

  • Duration: 48 hr
  • Private experience

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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picc
This tour will take you around the beautiful city of Cusco to admire the living Colonial and Inca Architecture, combined with a set of custom tours to the amazing Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will e
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Plan your experience

Time on the tour48 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please provide a copy of every participants passport after confirmation to secure train tickets.

Local guides to help you plan

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Guide

Plan the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with practical guidance on permits, the Km 82 route, timing, published access rates, and booking decisions.

Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco

A Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco is possible, but it requires advance entry tickets, carefully matched transport, and a very early start. Use this practical guide to choose a circuit, build a realistic schedule, compar

What is included

  • Overnight at El Mapi Hotel or similar in Aguas Calientes (3 star Hotel)
  • Lunch
  • Bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
  • Professional and private Guide for 2 days
  • Breakfast
  • Round trip train ticket
  • Private transportation from Cusco to the train station

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • All other meals while not on the Inca trail

Itinerary and highlights

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We can also pick you up from the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Amazing Andean Adventures

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please provide a copy of every participants passport after confirmation to secure train tickets.
  • Minimum of 2 people per booking, double occupancy at Aguas Calientes hotel

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 48 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We can also pick you up from the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–11; Youth tickets: age 12–16; Adult tickets: age 17+; Senior tickets: age 69+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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