About this experience

This 2-day tour allows you to enjoy the highlights of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu without walking the whole route. This is the perfect option for those who are short on time, or not up to the challenge of trekking the full length of the trail.

At a glance

Duration: 48 hr

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2-Day Short Inca Trail To Machu Picchu | Inti Punku |

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour48 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

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

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.

Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu

PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.

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

Transport from Cusco to Ollantaytambo
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Expedition train to the Inca Trail
Transportation from Ollantaytambo - Hotel Cusco
Entrance to the Machu Picchu
Box Lunch on the Inca Trail
Train town Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo
Entrance to the Inca Trai

Not included

Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain
Bus ticket Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes (round trip).
Food not mentioned

Itinerary and highlights

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Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Huaynapicchu

Accessibility and practical details

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 48 hr.

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Child tickets: age 2–3; Youth tickets: age 4–5; Adult tickets: age 6+; Senior tickets: age 70+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?