02 Day Short Inca Trail to Machupicchu – Private Service

The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – 2 day Inca Trail is a fantastic option for those who don’t have enough time or the desire to hike the full length of the Classic Inca Trail. Above all, with beautiful scenery, a wide variety of flora and fauna on display, and a visit to the Inca Trail’s most beautiful site (Wiñay Wayna). Likewise, you get to enjoy all th e best bits of the Inca Trail condensed in to a one-day walk. Certainly, covering a distance of just 10 km / 6.3 miles (10.14 km) the 2-day Inca Trail is not too challenging which makes it perfect for families with children and those on a tight schedule.

Also, we offer daily departures on the Inca Trail (excluding February when the trail is closed because of its maintenance).

• DAY 1: CUSCO – KM 104 – AGUAS CALIENTES
  • Lodging in Aguas Calientes
• DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU

WE OFFER DAILY DEPARTURES!

DAY 1: CUSCO – KM 104 – AGUAS CALIENTES

• Firstly, our short Inca trail to Machu Picchu today takes us along the most impressive stretch of the Inca Trail. We visit beautiful Inca sites, see a variety of flora and fauna, and get to take in the fantastic panoramas of the Andes mountains.
• Likewise, covering 10 km of the trail our journey begins in the Sacred Valley and works its way up along an original Inca Trail to the Inca site of Wiñay Wayna before continuing on to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate (Inti Punku).
• So, as we make our way to Machu Picchu we’ll pass through the lush and verdant cloud forest that covers the mountain and get to see a variety of plants, flowers, and birds along the way. We may also see some larger mammals such as Viscachas (rabbit-like Chinchillas) and Spectacled Bears (if we are very lucky).
• After that, we arrive at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), in the late afternoon and get our first views of Machu Picchu spread out on the mountain below.
• Above all, the light at this time of day is great for photos, and with fewer tourists on the site, it’s a perfect time to take some pictures of the site.
• Consequently, we’ll carry on along the trail a little way before taking a side trail that leads us to Aguas Calientes in the valley below where we’ll check in to our hotel.

1. Lodging in Aguas Calientes

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU

• Waking up early we take the first bus back up to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens.
• Then, we’ll have a 2 hour guided tour of the site during which you’ll learn about the Incas and visit all the most important areas of the citadel.
• After that, you have free time to climb, if you have permits, to either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.
• Consequently, in the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo from where you will carry on by bus back to Cusco.

SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU INCLUDED:

• Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
• Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+.
• Pick-up from your hotel.
• Train to Km 104.
• Return transportation by train until Ollantaytambo.
• Transportation by bus to Cusco.
• 1 Breakfast, 1 Boxed Lunch, 1 Dinner. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
• 3 Star Hotel.
• Oxygen bottle.
• First aid kit.
• Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
• 2 Bus journeys between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Water and Tips.
• Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 2.
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machupicchu mountain: Additional US $ 85.00 per traveler.
• Change of train category to Vistadome (Peru Rail company): additional US $ 45.00 (only return) per traveler.
• Travel Insurance – it is recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of the trip.

PACKING LIST:

• Original Passport
• ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for a discount price)
• Hiking Boots
• Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
• A warm jacket
• Hat and gloves
• T-shirts (quick dry)
• Comfortable Trekking Pants
• Sunscreen (SPF 35+)
• Insect repellant (We strongly suggest NATURAL repellant)
• Toiletries and hand sanitizer
• Personal medication
• Camera and film
• Flashlite with spare batteries (or a environmentally friendly option)

• Above all, Waman Adventures offers DAILY DEPARTURE, as long as we have a minimum of 2 hikers.
• Certainly, we can leave any day of the week as long as permits are available from the government.
• Most importantly, please remember, permits are only needed for your START DATE.

Discounts for 2 day Inca Trail:

• Group of 5 or more: US$25.00 All of you need is to book the trek altogether at the same time.
• Under 18 years old: US$35.00 Please send us a copy of the passport upon booking
• Student Discount (Maximum Age 25 years): US$35.00 Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. For those using an university student card to receive the discount, we need to see a copy of the card when booking. For those booking children who are 17-years-old or younger, we need a copy of their passport at booking time. Please send all to info@wamanadventures.com.  More Information here: STUDENT CARD

DEPARTURE DATE – SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU:

• Our tour can leave any day of the week, as long as we have a minimum of 2 hikers, except February.

IN AGUAS CALIENTES

1.-Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu ****
 

Schedules:

• Certainly, to start the 2 day Inca trail to Machu Picchu, the pick-up will be around 05:00 am or 05:30 am.
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WHY CHOOSE WAMAN ADVENTURES?

Certainly, Waman Adventures is working continuously to become one of Peru’s most responsible tour operators. Ideally, we try to keep our groups to a limit of 10 people. Therefore, Since we entirely operate all of our treks, we have complete control over the quality of our service. So, We want to make sure that you have a great experience in all of our tours.

Above all, It is also crucial that everyone involved in the operation of our services is appropriately treated and cared for, and that the benefits brought by tourism are shared throughout the Peruvian communities.

DEPARTURE:

To clarify, any day that is best for you as long as we have a minimum of 02 travelers.

GROUP SIZE:

Above all, small Groups anywhere between 2 – 15 people, to keep your experience unique and assure personalized attention.

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