Embark on a thrilling 2-day hike along the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru’s #1 Tour Operator. Explore ancient Inca ruins and lush rainforests, and enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu. Book now!
Inca Trail - The short tour to Machu Picchu starts with a pick-up from your hotel at 4 am to catch the train from Ollantaytambo. The train follows the trail of the Urubamba River until we reach Km 104, where we’ll begin our trek. Then we’ll set off to visit our first Inca site. Then we’ll begin hiking as we head for the Classic Inca Trail. We’ll have tremendous views of Machu Picchu, the Urubamba River, and other surrounding Inca Sites.
After hiking for three hours, we’ll reach the most beautiful Incan site on the Inca Trail, Wiñay Wayna, Few people get the opportunity to see these elaborate water fountains, temples and agricultural terraces. Here you’ll enjoy lunch that’s been freshly cooked by Alpaca Expeditions’ chefs.
From Wiñay Wayna, we’ll walk to the Sun Gate. This is where we’ll see the picturesque landscape of the famous Machu Picchu. After taking in the once-in-a-lifetime views, we’ll begin our descent to Machu Picchu and take bus down to Aguas Calientes.
- Fully guided tour of the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- Round-trip Expedition tourist class train tickets
- All entrance fees included for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- Catering for all diets available
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Meals provided: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- All transportation covered during the tour
- Accommodation at a 3-star hotel in Machu Picchu town
- First aid kit and oxygen tank available
- Breakfast on day 1 and Lunch on day 2
- Tips, Travel Insurance (advisable)
- Hotel in Cusco before and after the hike
Embark on your journey with confidence with Alpaca Expeditions, the leading Tour Operator in Peru!
Ideal for those with limited time, our Short Inca Trail tour offers the opportunity to enjoy a full day of trekking on the renowned Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Accompanied by knowledgeable, local guides, traverse the lush rainforest and explore the ancient Inca archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna en route to the Sun Gate entrance to Machu Picchu. Your trek commences at KM104, as opposed to the typical starting point at KM82 on the Inca Trail. After a day of exploration, unwind at your hotel in Machu Picchu town. Then, conclude your adventure with a professionally guided tour of Machu Picchu on day two.
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