Inca Trail 2 Days

2 Days

Inca Trail 2 Days

2 Days

2 Days from $ 550.00

Overview

The Short Inca Trail 2 Days, a small part of the famous Inca Trail 2 Days, is an exciting and rewarding hike that allows travelers to experience the beauty of the Andes and the majesty of Machu Picchu in just two days. The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most famous and easily accessible because it is not very difficult and the route matches the cloudy valley of the ruin of Machupicchu.

2- Days Inca Trail.

The Inca Trail 2 Days is one of the most famous hiking routes in the world and leads to the majestic Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca citadel located in Peru. While the traditional Inca Trail typically takes four days to complete, there is also the option of a shorter two-day trek for those with limited time or physical ability.

Highlights

Start at Km 104 with a scenic hike along the Inca Trail, visiting Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna. Reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for the first view of Machu Picchu, then descend for an initial visit.
The next day, enjoy sunrise at Machu Picchu, followed by a guided tour of the main sites, free time to explore, and return to Cusco by train.

Trip Details

Day 1: Train to km 104 – Hike the Inca Trail
Day 2: Full Day Machu Picchu & Back to Cusco.
Starting altitude: 2,150 m / 7,052 ft
Hightes altitude: 2,720 m / 8,924 ft
Type Tour: History, hiking, adventure
Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate (Depends on your leve lof fitness)
Total walking distance: 10 km / 6.3 miles
Weather: Warm, Wendy, very humid

Itinerary

Day 1: Train to Km 104 & Inca Trail Adventure

Our representative will pick you up from your Cusco Hotel and you’ll be transferred to the Poroy railway station to enjoy 3 ½ hour scenic rail tour to Aguas Calientes (with Expedition Class). The train will take us to km 104 (starting point of the hike)

we start visiting the Chachabamba archaeological site (2,150m/7,052ft), hike upon an 8 km ascending trail, which after 4 hours takes us to the archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna (2650m/8692ft).

This is an impressive site made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector, and then we go on and climb to the Sun Gate. From this fabulous spot, we may contemplate the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu.

Then we take the bus down to Aguas Calientes. Dinner at Aguas Calientes restaurant Overnight at Aguas Calientes Hotel

Meals Included: Box-Lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 13 km (8, 08 miles)
Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours
Lowest elevation: 2,150 m / 7,052 ft.
Highest elevation: 2,650 m / 8,692 ft.
Physical rating: Moderate.

Day 2 : Machu Picchu Back to Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel; full day Excursion to Machu Picchu from Aguas Calientes, early transfer at 5:30am to the Bus Stop for the short ride (25 minutes) up to the citadel of Machu Picchu.

Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most important preserved Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, houses, warehouses, a large central square; and all connected by narrow roads.

and steps that are surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour you’ll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure.
Then, you will have time to perform some of the following activities by yourself (not included in the price):

1. Climb to Wayna Picchu; for the most adventurous people, we suggest to go up the Wayna Picchu from where you can appreciate the immensity of Machu Picchu, even more amazing being high and distant.

Train back to Cusco: In the afternoon you’ll return to the train station in Aguas Calientes for the trip back to Cusco – train departure to Cusco; upon arrival to Cusco reception and transfer to the Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Cusco – Our representative will assist you and transfer to the airport and say goodbye.

Notes Itinerario

Included

Pre-departure briefing in your Hotel
Collection from your hotel and transfer to the Train Station of Ollantaytambo
Entrance fee to the Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
English speaking Professional Guide (two guides for groups over 8 persons)
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food without extra pay)
First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
Hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
3 bus tickets (up and down Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes)
Round trip Expedition Class Train to km 104 and back Cusco
Transfer from Ollantaytambo train Station to Cusco.