The Short Inca Trail is a popular trekking route that covers a distance of approximately 12km and takes two days to complete. The trek starts at KM 104 and goes through beautiful landscapes, cloud forests, and ancient Inca ruins, including the impressive Wiñay Wayna. On the second day, trekkers make their way to the famous Inti Punku (Sun Gate), where they are rewarded with stunning views of Machu Picchu. The trek ends with a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins. Camping is included in the trek, and trekkers can enjoy the beauty of the Andes Mountains at night
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pre-trek briefing with a Tour Guide;
Camping (01 night)
Lunch
Dinner
Tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Transfer by private vehicle to the railway station at Ollantaytambo;
Breakfast
A duffel bag for your personal clothes, this duffel bag, our porter will carry
Porter will carry your camping equipment and your duffel bag 5 kg. per person
Professional Chef;
Experienced bilingual Tour Guide;
A train round trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
Inca Trail Permit and entrance fee to Machu Picchu;
Camping equipment: Personal double tents
Breakfast on the first day, and lunch on the second.
Travel insurance
Tips to local staff
Sleeping bag (U$ 20)
Air mattress (U$ 25)
Hiking poles (U$ 20)
Meeting Points
Departure
Cusco Cathedral
Our guide will be waiting for you at the main entrance of the cathedral with a sign displaying your name.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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The Short Inca Trail is a popular trekking route that covers a distance of approximately 12km and takes two days to complete. The trek starts at KM 104 and goes through beautiful landscapes, cloud forests, and ancient Inca ruins, including the impressive Wiñay Wayna. On the second day, trekkers make their way to the famous Inti Punku (Sun Gate), where they are rewarded with stunning views of Machu Picchu. The trek ends with a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins. Camping is included in the trek, and trekkers can enjoy the beauty of the Andes Mountains at night
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pre-trek briefing with a Tour Guide;
Camping (01 night)
Lunch
Dinner
Tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Transfer by private vehicle to the railway station at Ollantaytambo;
Breakfast
A duffel bag for your personal clothes, this duffel bag, our porter will carry
Porter will carry your camping equipment and your duffel bag 5 kg. per person
Professional Chef;
Experienced bilingual Tour Guide;
A train round trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
Inca Trail Permit and entrance fee to Machu Picchu;
Camping equipment: Personal double tents
Breakfast on the first day, and lunch on the second.
Travel insurance
Tips to local staff
Sleeping bag (U$ 20)
Air mattress (U$ 25)
Hiking poles (U$ 20)
Meeting Points
Departure
Cusco Cathedral
Our guide will be waiting for you at the main entrance of the cathedral with a sign displaying your name.
The Short Inca Trail is a 2-day trekking route that covers approximately 12km and includes one night of camping. This trek offers stunning views of the Andes Mountains, cloud forests, and ancient Inca ruins. The trek starts at KM 104 and goes through the beautiful ruins of Wiñay Wayna before reaching the Sun Gate, where trekkers are rewarded with their first view of Machu Picchu. Then we walk down to the campsite of the Puente Ruinas. This site is far from the Aguas Calientes village. Then we walk down to the campsite of Wiñay Wayna. This site is far from the Aguas Calientes village.
