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Short Inca Trail 2 Day Hike to Machu Picchu with Permits & Train

Recommended by 98% of travelers
Cusco, Peru
  • 2 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Make the most of your limited time in Peru on a 2-day small-group Inca Trail Tour. After a comfortable transfer from Cusco, you'll follow your guide on an all-day hike on the iconic route. Along the way, visit the archeological sites of Chacha Bamba, Winay Wayna, and Inti Punku. Enjoy a filling dinner in Aguas Calientes, then sleep comfortably in provided accommodation. The following morning, take a guided tour of Machu Picchu, then have free time to explore.
  • Enjoy a small group size of maximum nine people
  • Travel comfortably in all-inclusive transportation
  • Have three complimentary meals during the tour
  • Get an overview of the Inca Trail's main attractions

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Transport (Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco)
  • Train to the Trailhead (Ollantaytambo KM 104)
  • Return Train (Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo)
  • Entrance ticket to Inca Trail
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Bus Aguas Calientes -Machu Picchu Sanctuary - Aguas Calientes
  • 1 Night's accommodation in Aguas Calientes
  • Tour guide
  • Breakfast on the day 1
  • Entrance to Aguas Calientes Hot Springs (10 Soles)
  • Entrance to Huyana Picchu
  • Lunch and dinner on day 2
  • Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
  • Trekking poles

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Important: The schedules are referential, one day before the tour our guide will contact you to reconfirm the schedules.

Operating hours
.5:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Inca Trail

1 Stop

1

Inca Trail

12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: 01 night lodging in Aguas Calientes.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Machu Picchu

1 Stop

1

Machupicchu

12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • We require a image (pdf or jpg) of your passport to complete the reservation.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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