Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator!
The Short Inca Trail tour is perfect if you are short on time but still want to experience a full day of hiking on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Hike with expert, indigenous guides through the vibrant rainforest & visit the ancient Inca archeological sites of Wiñay Wayna on your way to the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts at KM104 instead of KM82 on the Inca Trail. Then we will take you to your hotel in Machu picchu town at night, at last enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu by an professional expert guide on day two.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Fully guided tour on the trail and Machu Picchu
Night at a 4-star hotel in Machu picchu town
From March 2027: Expedition on both journeys.
All entry fees for the tour ( Inca Trail and Machu Picchu )
Professional English speaking tour guide
Lunch
All transportation during the tour
Dinner
Breakfast
Through January 2027: Expedition to Machu Picchu + Vistadome on return.
First aid kit and oxygen tank
We cater to all diets.
Breakfast on day 1 and Lunch on day 2
Tips, Travel Insurance (advisable)
Hotel in Cusco before and after the hike
2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Vistadome & 4-Star Hotel
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Travel confidently with Alpaca Expeditions, Peru's #1 Tour Operator!
The Short Inca Trail tour is perfect if you are short on time but still want to experience a full day of hiking on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Hike with expert, indigenous guides through the vibrant rainforest & visit the ancient Inca archeological sites of Wiñay Wayna on your way to the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts at KM104 instead of KM82 on the Inca Trail. Then we will take you to your hotel in Machu picchu town at night, at last enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu by an professional expert guide on day two.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Fully guided tour on the trail and Machu Picchu
Night at a 4-star hotel in Machu picchu town
From March 2027: Expedition on both journeys.
All entry fees for the tour ( Inca Trail and Machu Picchu )
Professional English speaking tour guide
Lunch
All transportation during the tour
Dinner
Breakfast
Through January 2027: Expedition to Machu Picchu + Vistadome on return.
First aid kit and oxygen tank
We cater to all diets.
Breakfast on day 1 and Lunch on day 2
Tips, Travel Insurance (advisable)
Hotel in Cusco before and after the hike
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Inka Trail short version hike
6 Stops
1
Cusco
Your adventure begins with an early 4 am pick-up from your hotel in Cusco, setting you on the path to catch the train from Ollantaytambo.
2
Ollantaytambo
Hop aboard the scenic train from Ollantaytambo, traveling alongside the stunning Urubamba River, and begin the journey to Km 104.
Arrive at Km 104, where your thrilling trek starts! Begin your hike and explore your first Inca site, immersing yourself in ancient history.
3
Winay Wayna
After about three hours of hiking, reach Wiñay Wayna, one of the most beautiful Inca sites along the trail. Marvel at its intricate water fountains, temples, and agricultural terraces while enjoying a freshly prepared lunch by Alpaca Expeditions’ chefs.
4
Inti Punku Sun Gate
Continue your journey to the Sun Gate, the iconic spot offering breathtaking, panoramic views of the majestic Machu Picchu below—a sight that will take your breath away.
5
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Descend to the legendary Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Explore its ancient terraces, shrines, and structures, and revel in the magic of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
30 minutes
6
Aguas Calientes
Finally, take a bus ride down from Machu Picchu to the charming town of Aguas Calientes, where your unforgettable journey comes to a close.
