Short Inca Trail Group Tour 2D/1N

The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a unique opportunity for those who may not have as much time to hike the full Inca Trail. This trek combines highlights from the original Inca Trail with some of the most beautiful Inca ruins nestled in the dense vegetation of the cloud forest. Enter to Machu Picchu through the Sungate (Inti Punku) and from here you can take in one of the most spectacular views of The Lost City of the Incas. We arrive in Machu Picchu late in the afternoon and therefore have the unique opportunity to see the city almost empty. You’ll spend the second day exploring all the wonders of Machu Picchu city.

Highlights of TreXperience:
* Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator from Cusco city
* We offer complimentary airport pick up and drop off
* Arrive at Machu Picchu twice and at exclusive hours
* Dinner At Indio Feliz- “The Best Restaurant in Town”
* Support Social Project that helps the education as you travel
* Fare wages and proper treatment to porters and staff in the Inca Trail
* Come back to Cusco on the last days in the Vistadome Panoramic trains

Day By Day Summary of the Short Inca Trail

 Day 1: Cusco – Ollanataytambo – Km 104 – Machu Picchu (16km, 8 hrs)
We start in Cusco around 4:o0 am, drive to Ollantaytambo where we take the first trains to Km 104, we hike for about 7 to 8 hours to Machu Picchu. We arrive in the afternoon through the Sungate and this gives us the unique chance to see Machu Picchu almost empty. Later we take the bus down to Aguas Calientes

Day 2: Machu Picchu (The Lost City of The Incas) (3 hrs)
The last day we will wake up early in the hotel and take the early buses to Machu Picchu, this time we will explore the citadel inside in a 3-hours guided tour, after exploring Machu Picchu you will take the Panoramic train back to Cusco arriving back to Cusco around 7.00 pm.

Included during the Short Inca Trail

* Safety briefing the day before the tour at 6:00 pm in our Office
* Pick up from your hotel in the morning of the tour
* All transportation during the duration of the trek
* Professional highly trained mountain tour guides
* 1 night 3-star hotel in Agua Calientes; Gringo Bills or similar
* 1 Box Lunch, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast at the hotel on the day 2
* Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
* Bus up and down from Machu Picchu
* Panoramic Exclusive train on the last to come back to Cusco

Not Included in the Short Inca Trail

* 1st breakfast and last day lunch
* Huayna Picchu or Montaña entrances
* Tips for staff

Price per person: 510.USD Book Now

To Book a tour you only need to send a 200.USD deposit, the remaining balance can be paid in Cusco with any credit card with no additional charges at all.

Optional items:

Huayna Picchu – The cost of this ticket is $75 per person. You climb after Machu Picchu tour and it takes 2 hours roundtrip, you need to book far in Advance

Montaña – Also called Machu Picchu Mountain, is the highest mountain and climbing takes almost 3 hours, the cost is $75 per person.

DAY 1: CUSCO – KM104 – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES

For the Short Inca Trail, we will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 4 am (depending on the location) and drive to Ollantaytambo. From here its a 1 hour 30-minute train ride along the Urubamba River from Ollantaytambo (in the highlands) to km 104 at Chachabamba (in the cloud forest). We will head straight to the checkpoint at Chachabamba to start your Short Inca Trail Trek. Please note, you will need your original passport to pass through the checkpoint. Our first stop is a beautiful Inca ruin, also called Chachabamba. We will then hike along an ancient Inca trail, that was abandoned in the 16th century and led to Machu Picchu.

The first section of the trail is a gradual uphill hike for 4 hours until we arrive at Wiñay Huayna (the place that never gets old). At this point, we will take some time to explore this stunning archaeological site while enjoying spectacular views of the Andes. ORGANIC packed lunch and refreshments will be provided. Once fed and energized, we will continue our hike to the Sungate to catch your first glimpse of the Lost City of the Incas – a truly unforgettable sight. From the Sungate it’s a one hour downhill walk to the city, with breathtaking views along the way. We will arrive at Macchu Picchu in the afternoon and will, therefore, have the unique opportunity of experiencing the city almost empty. This day is the perfect photo opportunity! We will then take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where we will have dinner and spend the night in a hotel.

• Highest altitude: 2700m / 8858ft
• Distance: 15km / 8 miles
• Duration: 8 hours
• Meals: Lunch, snacks & dinner
• Accommodation: Intipunku (or Similar)
• Difficulty: Moderate

DAY 2: VISIT MACHU PICCHU (LOST CITY OF THE INCAS)

On our final day after the short Inca trail we have to get up very early to prepare for the highlight of your Short Inca Trail Trek; visiting Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas. After breakfast, we will go straight to the line to wait for the first bus going up to Machu Picchu at 5:30 am. Arriving at the sky brightens, we will walk up with incredible views of the city along the way. On a clear day, you can watch the spectacular sunrise over Machu Picchu. This is truly an unforgettable sight.

Your guide will take you on a 2 to 3-hour comprehensive tour of the city before leaving you in Machu Picchu to explore on your own or climb either Huayna Picchu or Montaña (tickets must be booked as far in advance as possible). Your guide will explain how to take the bus from Machu Picchu back to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and then take the Panoramic (Vistadome Or 360°) train and bus back to Cusco. The TreXperience Team will meet you off the train and return you safely to your hotel.

• Highest altitude: 2700m / 8858ft
• Distance: 6km / 3 miles
• Duration: 3-4 hours tour in Machu Picchu
• Meals: Breakfast (hotel)
• Difficulty: Easy

INCLUDED IN THE SHORT INCA TRAIL

• Safety briefing the day before the tour at 6:00 pm in our Office
• Pick up from your hotel in the morning of the tour
• All transportation during the duration of the trek
• Professional highly trained mountain tour guides
• 1 night 3-star hotel in Agua Calientes; Gringo Bills or similar
• 1 Box Lunch, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast at the hotel on the day 2
• Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
• Bus up and down from Machu Picchu
• Panoramic Exclusive train on the last to come back to Cusco
• Satellite Phones, First Aid Kit, Oxygen tank.

NOT INCLUDED IN THE SHORT INCA TRAIL

• 1st breakfast and last day lunch
• Huayna Picchu or Montaña entrances
• Tips for staff
• Trekking poles

Trekking poles are optional but recommended. You can rent trekking poles from us if you don’t have your own.

What you need to take for the Express Inca trail

In the Short Inca trail remember that there will be no porters to help carry your belongings on this trek so you should try and pack as light as possible. We recommend you bring a good quality daypack which is both light and comfortable. It is important to note that due to local regulations, your backpack should not exceed 25L. All larger backpacks can not be taken into Machu Picchu and will need to be stored outside the gates.

• Valid, original Passport (a copy will not be accepted)
• Valid, Student Card (if you booked as a student)
• Hiking boots for the Short Inca trail
• A good quality daypack (light, small and comfortable)
• Water storage for at least 2 liters; either a camel bag or water bottle(s)
• One t-shirt (wicking t-shits work best) and one pair of hiking pants/trousers
• A nice change of clothes for walking around Machu Picchu (and for taking many photographs!)
• Undergarments and hiking socks
• Toiletries, sunscreen, and bug spray
• Rain gear and warm layers

Others for the Short Inca Trail

• Hat and sunglasses for the trek
• Hand sanitizer, Toilet paper
• Toothbrush and paste
• Personal medication
• Band-aids, moleskin
• Camera, extra batteries for Machu Picchu
• Extra snacks, power bars, chocolate
• Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips during the Short Inca Trail
• Swimsuit for hot springs in Machu Picchu Pueblo (optional)