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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – 2 Day

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About this experience

DAY 01:
5:00 A.M. Pick up from the hotel
5:15 A.M. Departure by car from Cusco - Train station (Ollantaytambo)
7:20 A.M. Travel by train to Km 104
8:20 A.M. Walk of Km 104 - Wiñayhuayna
11:45 A.M. Rest, Visit and Lunch
2:00 P.M. Walk to Machu Picchu
4:30 P.M. Descent by bus to Aguas Calientes 25 min.
6:30 P.M. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 02:
5:00 A.M. Breakfast
5:30 A.M. Go up by bus to Machu Picchu 25 minutes approx.
6:00 Sunrise at Machu Picchu.
7:00 A.M. Guided tour in Machu Picchu 2 hrs. approx.
Free time to visit on your own.
1:30 P.M. Return to Aguas Calientes.
4:12 P.M. Return by train to Ollantaytambo
5:50 P.M. Transfer by car, Ollantaytambo - Cusco
8:00 P.M. Arrival in Cusco and transfer to the hotel

At a glance

  • Duration: 48 hr

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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 Day
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.

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

  • Lunch to go on day 1
  • Tren hasta el kilómetro 104 y regreso en el tren panorámico.
  • Transport Cusco – Train Station – Cusco
  • Pre-Inca Trail Information Session
  • Official Inca Trail Permit and Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Professional bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
  • Dinner on the first day

Not included

  • Bus ticket Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
  • Night hotel in Aguas Calientes

Itinerary and highlights

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Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • South America Exploor

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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 4–7; Youth tickets: age 8–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 61+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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