Short Inca Trail

2 Days | 1 Night

The 2-day Inca Trail is one of the most beautiful treks to Machu Picchu for those who are short on time, but still want the energy of Qhapac Ñan (Inca Trail) and a glimpse of Machu Picchu from the heights of the sun gate. You will walk along 12 kilometers of this alternative Inca trail where you will discover archaeological remains, dense forests, waterfalls, and native flora and fauna, all without the usual crowds along the 4-day trek. The 2-day trek is a generally peaceful hike for those who like quiet and nature.

 

We will begin the trek at the Cochabamba ruins, walking uphill for 3 hours to the Wiñay Wayna ruins and another two hours to Machu Picchu. After enjoying our first views of Machu Picchu, we descend to the remote town of Aguas Calientes, where we will rest and recharge before our guided tour of Machu Picchu on day 2. If you are short on time and are in good physical condition to do so, you can also choose to complete this entire hike in a single day, completing your hike and exploring Machu Picchu on the same day.

 

Additionally, if you like you can climb HUAYNA PICCHU or MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN which you have to book in advance and check availability.

https://www.machupicchu.gob.pe/disponibilidad/

  ITINERARY

Day 1:

CUSCO - KM 104 INCA TRAIL - MACHU PICCHU - AGUAS CALIENTES

We start the day by picking you up from your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 am to transfer you to the Ollantaytambo train station for 1.5 hours, from where you will board the train around 6:00 am towards km 104 of the railway where the Inca Trail 2 days begins where you will also meet your tour guide and pass an Inca Trail checkpoint. We will start with a 3-hour uphill hike to the Wiñaywayna archaeological complex where you will have time to explore and listen to a guided explanation of the ruins.

Then you will have lunch and walk for another 2 hours to the Intipunku Sun Gate from where you will have a spectacular view of Machu Picchu, then we will continue walking for about 45 minutes towards Machu Picchu and spend time taking pictures and enjoying the magic of the ancient city. You will then take a 30-minute bus to the nearby town of Aguas Calientes where you will spend a night at the hotel and also enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the town's restaurants.

Day 2:

MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

On Day 2, we will start the day early to get ready, have your breakfast, pack everything up and board the bus up to the citadel of Machu Picchu, arriving at the checkpoint where you will need to show your passport and Machu Picchu tickets before entering the site. Once everyone is at the gate, we begin the 2.5 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu, learning all about The Lost City of the Incas. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the Inca city of Machu Picchu on your own before walking back to Aguas Calientes for your 2:55pm train departure back to Ollantaytambo. In Ollantaytambo, you will be transferred by a shuttle and finish the route to Cusco, arriving at the main square around 6:00pm.

  INCLUDED

  • Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
  • Transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station.
  • A professional tour guide trained in first aid and experienced in the route and history.
  • Second guide for groups of more than 9 people
  • Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to kilometer 104 which is the beginning of the trail
  • Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail 2 days
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu for the first and second day.
  • 1 night in a hostel in Aguas Calientes
  • 2 bus tickets from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
  • First aid kit and oxygen bottle for emergencies.
  • 01 breakfast, 01 lunch, 01 dinner
  • Return train from Machu Picchu town to Ollantaytambo
  • Transfer from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco.

  NOT INCLUDED

  • Breakfast on the first day
  • Lunch on the second day
  • Extra expenses
  • Travel medical insurance.

  WHAT TO BRING

  • Rain jacket or poncho
  • A coat
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Walking shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Camera
  • Personal medications suggested by your doctor

DOCUMENTS:

  • Original passports
  • Your student ID: This is important, you will need to prove your student status at the Machu Picchu checkpoint!

  REQUIREMENTS TO BOOK THE TOUR

  • Tour start date:
  • First name (as it appears on your ID)
  • Last name (as it appears on your ID) Scanned ID (Required) Nationality:
  • ID number:
  • Date of Birth:
  • Specify the type of accommodation (Single, Double, Matrimonial, Triple)
  • Telephone numbers to contact them Payment of 50% of the cost of the tour.
  • Prices are promotional and for cash payments, if you pay by credit card, a 6% surcharge will be applied to the total.

  INSTRUCTIONS FOR SENDING YOUR PAYMENT

1.- PAYMENT BY WESTERN UNION

The transfer must be made in the name of our Agency Manager, do not send to any other name than this one.

With the Western Union® service, you can send and receive money quickly between any of the 117,000 agents or offices around the world. Check on the Internet www.westernunion.com which is the agent closest to your home, then go to the nearest Western Union office, ask for the teller who can send money to other countries, the teller will give you a money transfer form.

Complete the Money Transfer form.

Make sure to request the To Send Money form

Tell the employee that the transfer must be in American dollars and write the amount in words. Write the amount of money you will send in numbers.

Copy the beneficiary's information as indicated here. They are the following:

Name: FANNY ABIGAIL Last name: AVILES PHOCOHUANCA Address and number: AV-INFANCIA 515 City: Cusco Country: Peru

In the Sender section, write your personal information.

Pay the cashier in cash the amount you want to send and the shipping fee. You will always be required to provide identification.

Once the deposit is made, they will give you the receipt that includes your MTCN: Money Transfer Control Number.

Inform us by email of the amount sent and the MTCN number, we will collect the money as soon as possible and proceed to make the payments and confirm the payment by email or phone.

2.- PAYMENT WITH CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD

If you want to make payments with a card, write to us privately to request the payment link and remember that there is a 5% surcharge per transaction.

  TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  1. Deposit sent to the reservation is not refundable or transferable to any other date, person or tour.
  2. TRAVEL FAST CUSCO must be notified of any changes or cancellations of your trip at least 48 hours in advance, via email or phone so that you do not incur any charges not covered by the deposit.
  3. Once the final balance has been paid, we will not be able to return your payment in the case of cancellations. But nevertheless, you are able to use (Machu Picchu Ticket, 1 Train Ticket, 1 Bus Ticket.
  4. The final balance must be paid at least 48 hours before the departure of the trip (please advise if you have any delays on arrival). You must pay your balance in cash and in dollars or soles.
  5. In the case of a protest/strike, which is not uncommon in Cusco, it may be necessary to leave a day or even 2 days earlier than scheduled so we are able to fulfill other services. In this case, you will be charged an increase to cover the costs incurred.
  6. Risks: By booking any of our adventure trips (Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Salkantay, Ausangate, Choquequirao, Lares, Vilcabamba trek, etc) you assume the risks associated with them. For these TRAVEL FAST CUSCO is not responsible and we recommend traveling with travel medical insurance that covers accidents and lost luggage.
  7. About the Briefing: The The night before the trek there will be a pre-trek briefing at your accommodation at a previously arranged time (exact time will be confirmed upon arrival or by email).

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