Short Inca Trail with Hotel 2D/1N
2D/1N
Short trail to Machu Picchu of 2 days and 1 night. This tour is one of the shortest hikes for this reason many visitors choose this trail and it is ideal for those people with little time who do not want to miss this unique experience. One of the additional advantages is that you will visit Machu Picchu twice which will allow you to capture photos of both sunrise and sunset. On this route you will be able to see archaeological sites such as Chacha Bamba, Wiñayhuayña and the Sun Gate (Intipunku).
Highlights
- Small group tours and personalized service.
- Arrive at Machu Picchu twice at exclusive times
- Return by panoramic train
- Enjoy the best view of Machu Picchu.
- We are a reliable company.
- Highly trained guides.
Tour Location
Type of Tour
Place of Departure
Hotel
Place of Return
Hotel
Trip Details
- Tour Itinerary
The first day starts with a pick up from your hotel at 4am then we head to the Ollantaytambo train station where we will depart at 6:10am to the km 104 site where we will begin our hike. On the way you will see spectacular views of farmlands, corn, snow-capped mountains and the sacred Urubamba River.
Once at km 104 we will provide you with snacks and take a group photo before visiting the first Inca site. Afterwards you will walk for 3 hours until you reach the second most beautiful Inca archaeological site on the way (Wiñayhuayña) at 2600m /8500 feet; at this Inca site you have the opportunity to see an elaborate water fountain, temples, some agricultural products and terraces which offers us the perfect opportunity to learn about the history of the Incas. Then you will be provided with snacks and an organic lunch.
We will continue our hike for 1 hour to the Sun Gate or Intipunku, to catch our first glimpse of the lost city of the Incas, a breathtaking sight that you will enjoy for the first time just like the classic Inca Trail hikers.
From the Sun Gate it is another 1 hour hill hike to Machu Picchu, on the way we will have breathtaking views. This route gives us the unique opportunity to visit the almost empty city perfect for taking photos. Then take the bus to Aguas Calientes, have dinner at a local restaurant and spend the night in a 3 star hotel.
Dinner is served in the best restaurants in town, the hotel is also located in the best exclusive spot with private bathrooms and hot showers and beautiful views.
- Hiking distance: 13km /8 miles
- Duration: 7 hours
- Maximum altitude: 2,700 m /8,850 ft.
- Meals: lunch, snack, dinner.
- Accommodation: 3 star hotel.
We wake up early in the morning to visit Machu Picchu again. You will have a 2-hour guided tour with your private guide and you will also take photos. Those who have tickets to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain will have time to climb which lasts 1 to 2 hours; tickets must be booked as far in advance as possible.
Our COCA EXPEDITIONS TRAVEL guide will take you back to Aguas Calientes town for lunch (not included). You will have the option to choose the restaurant of your preference, and later you will board the panoramic train and the bus back to Cusco. This whole trip from Aguas Calientes to Cusco will take us 4 to 5 hours to your hotel.
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
- Maximum altitude: 2,430 m /7,971 ft.
- Lunch; breakfast, hotel.