2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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Cusco, Peru

2 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the beauty of the Andes in a less crowded and more personalized setting during this 2-day tour along the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Admire the scenery, visit ancient ruins, and see diverse wildlife in the Andes. This trail offers a condensed version of the traditional route, suitable for those with limited time. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Follow the short Inca trail and trek to Machu Picchu in two days
Get an insight into the ancient Inca civilization through Machu Picchu ruins
Take in the beautiful scenery and the diverse fauna and flora of the Andes
Lone time to explore Machu Picchu ruins on your own

What's Included

Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Pre-trek briefing with your Tour Guide.
Transfer by tourist vehicle to the railway station at Ollantaytambo.
Accommodation: hostel (1 night).
Experienced bilingual Tour Guide.
A train round trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes.
Tourist transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Snack Bag.
Inca Trail Permit and entrance fee to Machu Picchu.

Breakfast on the first day and lunch in Aguas Calientes Town on the second day.
A shuttle bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on the first day (U$ 15...
Traveler Insurance (Not mandatory, but recommended in case of emergencies or trip disruptions)
Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu Mountain ($80)
Tips to local staff (it is a custom to give tips in Peru, however, it is not obligatory).
Other extras not mentioned.

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Our guide will be visiting your hotel 2 or 1 day before the trek for your briefing. Usually this briefing is at 05:00pm

Meeting point

Plaza Regocijo
F2M9+5X2, Cusco 08002, Peru

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.4:30 am

Itinerary

Day 1

CUSCO - WIÑAYHUAYNA - AGUAS CALIENTES

1 Stop

Aguas Calientes (Pass By)

Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town Casa de Luz or similar (1 night)

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

1 Stop

Machu Picchu

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
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
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.