Short Inca Trail hike to Machupicchu 2 days 1 night

Cusco, Peru
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This trip is a once-in-a-lifetime trek along the 2-day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you will visit Chachabamba, Wiñay Wayna, Inti Punku or the Sun Gate and Machupicchu.

Hike a section of the famous Inca Trail, enjoy the beautiful Andean landscapes, smells and colors of ancient shrubs and vegetation of the high jungle and impressive Inca constructions. Admire and see Machupicchu -twice: at sunset and sunrise have plenty of time to explore on the second day. In addition, this hike includes accommodation in a nice hotel in Aguas Calientes, and enjoying a rewarding dinner.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Km 104 Wiñay Wayna - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

Stop At: Ollantaytambo, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Cusco Region
Our point by Train begin from Ollantaytambo in the early hours of the morning.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Chachabamba, RF7Q+9RX, Aguas Calientes 08680, Peru
The train will take us to the banks of the Urubamba River until we reach km 104, where we will begin our short 2-day tour of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Chachabamba is located on top of a hill which makes its design strategic. It has a flat geography, its constructions are curved. this space was built as a place of religious worship to water. It is also believed that the other purpose apparently was a point of surveillance and access control to Machu Picchu.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu Peru
Wiñay Wayna was an Inca citadel that had an important religious function. In addition, as well as Machu Picchu, it was a key point of agricultural production. The archaeological site is divided into different levels, most of which cover the sectors of platforms. Each of these floors is accessed through stone staircases. Wiñay Wayna is made up of more than 40 agricultural terraces built on the slopes of the mountain.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
Then we will continue to the Sun gate of Machu Picchu, from where we will take pictures of the landscapes of Machu Picchu Llacta. After enjoying the unique views, we will begin our descent to one of the seven wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. Upon our arrival at Machupicchu, we will enjoy the sunset without the rush of time. To finish we will take the bus from Machu Picchu to the town of Aguas Calientes or the town of Machupicchu where we will have our accommodation in a 3-star hotel where we can rest and enjoy dinner in the restaurant that is near the Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Lunch: Box lunch

Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Inti punku Hotel 3 stars

Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu tour - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Stop At: Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Peru
We will start with breakfast at our hotel and then take the hot water bus to the Citadel of Machupicchu together with our tour guide. Upon our arrival at the archaeological center of Machu Picchu, we will appreciate the sunrise of Machu Picchu from the Citadel of Machu Picchu, while the Tayta Inti (Sun God) dawns. we will explore all the Sacred places of the Incas of this impressive lost city of Machu Picchu, such as the Temple of the Sun, Royal Tomb, Inca Inti Watana, main square, rock sacred, Temple of the 3 Windows, the artisan sector, Temple of the Condor of Machu Picchu and many others. We will go down to the town of Aguas Calientes. We will have enough time for lunch, then we will take our train back to Ollantaytambo and return by bus to Cusco.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • Private Transport from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and Ollantaytambo to Cusco
  • Train ticket to Km 104 and return train Vistadome Perurail
  • Entrance ticket on Short Inca Trail and Machupicchu
  • Bus ticket round trip to Machupicchu
  • Experienced tour Guide
  • Accommodation included: 1 night
  • 1x Breakfast
  • 1x Dinner
  • 1x Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
  • Entry/Admission - Chachabamba
  • Entry/Admission - Winay Wayna

Exclusions

  • Breakfast on day 1
  • Lunch and Dinner on day 2
  • Bus Down on day 2
  • Tips for your guide

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

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