2-Day Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu
Inca Trail Tour 2 Days From 2 people
From 525 USD per person
The tour includes high-quality services such as the Expedition train or a night in a tourist hotel in Aguas Calientes. Optionally, tourists can choose even more luxurious services such as the Vistadome train, a 3- or 4-star hotel, and a special menu at the luxurious Tinkuy restaurant.
Operated by Machupicchu Terra SUMMARY: The 2-day Inca Trail tour begins with pickup at your hotel in Cusco. Travel by minivan and train to kilometer 104 of the Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes road. From there, the arduous 11-kilometer hike to Inti Punku (the Sun Gate) begins, a place used by the Incas to enter Machu Picchu. Along the way, you'll see archaeological sites such as Chachabamba and Wiñayhuayna. The night will be spent in a hotel in Aguas Calientes, so you can explore Machu Picchu in more detail the next day. The tour includes everything: full transportation, entrance fees, guide, meals, hotel, and more. ( See full itinerary with maps )
- Tour duration: 2 days.
- Tour guide service in English or Spanish.
- Pick-up service from your hotel door.
- Dinner and Box Lunch on day 1.
- Tourist hotel with breakfast in Aguas Calientes (with 2 or 3 star hotel options).
- Dinner at a restaurant in Aguas Calientes on day 1.
- Entrance to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
- Travel on the Expedition train (with Vistadome train option).
- Easy payment with Visa, MasterCard, American Express and more.
- No sleeping bag or heavy travel backpack required.
- Immediate confirmation.
- The tour does not include drinks. No luggage, just a backpack with whatever you need (we recommend approximately 5 kilos).
Everything you need to know about the 2-Day Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu!
All-inclusive tour
The tour includes everything you need for this adventure: hotel pickup, full transportation (bus and train), box lunch, dinner in Aguas Calientes, hotel in Aguas Calientes, professional guide service, Machu Picchu entrance, and more. Learn the details!
Prices and promotions
The tour includes affordable prices in line with the Cusco tourist market. Check out the discounts for university students, visitors under 18, and tourists from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, or Bolivia. Come join us for this historic hike!
The tour itinerary
The tour begins with pickup in Cusco. You'll then travel by bus and train to the starting point of the trek. The 11-kilometer route passes through Inca sites, beautiful landscapes, and historic trails. You'll arrive at Machu Picchu in the afternoon, but descend immediately to Aguas Calientes. Your visit to Machu Picchu will take place on the second day.
What's included?
The 2-day Inca Trail All-Inclusive package includes bus and train transportation to the starting point of the trek. It also includes admission to the Inca Trail, the Wiñayhuayna archaeological site, and Machu Picchu. It also offers tour guide service, hotel, boxed lunch, and return to Cusco by train and bus. Learn more!
Briefing and pick-up from the tourist's hotel
The day before the tour, the tour guide will arrive at your hotel for a pre-tour briefing with all the details. On the day of the tour, our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel located in the historic center of Cusco.
Full tour guide service
An official tour guide will accompany us throughout the Inca Trail, the Wiñayhuayna archaeological site, and Machu Picchu. The guide service is available in English or Spanish.
Food described on the tour
The tour includes a box lunch and dinner at a tourist restaurant in the town of Aguas Calientes on the first day. An American-style breakfast at the hotel is also included on the second day.
Stay in a hotel in Machu Picchu town
The first day of the tour ends at a hotel in the famous town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu). The hotel offers a two-star service. You can optionally request a three- or four-star hotel.
Entrance to Camino Inca, Wiñayhuayna and Machu Picchu
Entrance fees for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu are included in the tour. Also included is admission to the Wiñayhuayna archaeological site and a tour of the lower part of Machu Picchu on the second day of the tour.
Transportation by train and minivan
The tour includes transportation on the Expedition train (with the option to upgrade to a Vistadome service). It also includes bus travel from Cusco to the Ollantaytambo train station and the return trip.
Is the 2-day Inca Trail difficult?
The 2-day Inca Trail doesn't require significant physical effort. Visitors don't camp, but spend the night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes. This adventure is ideal for those who don't have much time on their vacation but still want to marvel at the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
What will I see on the visit?
The 2-day All-Inclusive Inca Trail tour visits important Inca sites such as Chachabamba, Wiñayhuayna, and Machu Picchu. It also includes a visit to the famous town of Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Village.
Machu Picchu
The Inca City of Machu Picchu is considered one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World.
Wiñayhuayna archaeological site
The little-known archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna (eternally young) bears similarities to Machu Picchu.
Chachabamba archaeological site
The Chachabamba archaeological site was discovered 30 years after Machu Picchu and is still under investigation.
The network of Inca roads, the qhapac ña
The 2-day Inca Trail follows original trails built by the Incas several centuries ago. You'll also appreciate one of the world's most beautiful landscapes, home to flora (orchids, ferns, begonias, etc.) and fauna (spectacled bear, cock-of-the-rock, vizcachas, llamas, etc.). The first view of Machu Picchu is a beautiful landscape from the Intipunku (Sun Gate). Only tourists who hike the Inca Trail can experience this first view of Machu Picchu from there.
What are the prices?
The 2-Day All-Inclusive Service offers discounts for university students, those under 18, and citizens of Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Check out our prices and discounts!
Short Inca Trail Tour 2 days "EXPEDITION TRAIN"
| 2-DAY INCA TRAIL TOUR | NORMAL PRICES | PEAK SEASON PRICES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-star hotel | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 2-star hotel | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | |
| 2 people | 525 USD | 560 USD | 730 USD | 540 USD | 575 USD | 745 USD |
| 3 people | 500 USD | 535 USD | 715 USD | 515 USD | 550 USD | 730 USD |
| 4 people | 470 USD | 495 USD | 680 USD | 485 USD | 510 USD | 695 USD |
| 5 people | 460 USD | 485 USD | 670 USD | 475 USD | 500 USD | 685 USD |
| 6 people | 450 USD | 475 USD | 640 USD | 465 USD | 490 USD | 655 USD |
*High season demand July and August 2025.
Prices are per person.
Short Inca Trail Tour 2 days "VISTADOME TRAIN"
| 2-DAY INCA TRAIL TOUR | NORMAL PRICES | PEAK SEASON PRICES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-star hotel | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 2-star hotel | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | |
| 2 people | 660 USD | 695 USD | 865 USD | 695 USD | 730 USD | 900 USD |
| 3 people | 635 USD | 670 USD | 850 USD | 670 USD | 705 USD | 885 USD |
| 4 people | 595 USD | 620 USD | 805 USD | 630 USD | 655 USD | 840 USD |
| 5 people | 585 USD | 610 USD | 795 USD | 620 USD | 645 USD | 830 USD |
| 6 people | 575 USD | 600 USD | 765 USD | 610 USD | 635 USD | 800 USD |
*High season demand July and August 2025.
Prices are per person.
Itinerary
The 2-day Inca Trail is not as demanding as the Classic Inca Trail (4 days). It begins with pickup from your hotel. After a bus and train ride, you'll arrive at the checkpoint where you'll visit the Chachabamba archaeological site. You'll then continue your ascent to visit the Wiñayhuayna archaeological complex. Finally, you'll arrive at Machu Picchu for a panoramic tour. A detailed tour of Machu Picchu is planned for the second day.
Cusco - Kilometer 104 (Chachabamba)
Kilometer 104 (Chachabamba) - Aguas Calientes
1Cusco – Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
- Pickup takes place at approximately 4 a.m. from your hotel door, after which we will transfer by bus to the Ollantaytambo train station in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- In Ollantaytambo, we'll board the Expedition train, traveling through beautiful landscapes until we reach kilometer 104 of the railway, the starting point of the short Inca Trail. There, we'll register and get ready to begin the 2-day Inca Trail.
- First, we will visit the Chachabamba archaeological complex and then Wiñayhuayna, where we will stop to eat our box lunch.
- After that, we'll begin the final stretch to reach Inti Punku (Sun Gate), from where we'll admire Machu Picchu. After a short walk, we'll arrive at the citadel to take photos with Machu Picchu.
- Day one ends with a descent to Aguas Calientes, dinner at a tourist restaurant, and a rest stop at a hotel in the town.
2Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
- Day two begins with breakfast at our hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- We'll then walk to the bus station for the short 30-minute ride to the entrance gate to Machu Picchu. During this route, we'll enjoy the beautiful mountainous landscapes filled with vegetation that are a foretaste of Machu Picchu.
- For approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, we'll explore Machu Picchu with our tour guide. It's recommended to take a postcard photo on the first day. The tour of the citadel will allow us to learn more about the main temples and buildings of Machu Picchu.
- Finally, we will return to Aguas Calientes. In the town, we will have free time for lunch (not included in the tour) and to do some last-minute shopping before returning to Cusco.
- We will return to Cusco with a train ride to Ollantaytambo (Expedition or Vistadome train) and then by bus to the city of Cusco, where our 2-day Inca Trail experience ends.
Important information
The only way to hike the Inca Trail is by booking a tour through an authorized travel agency. In February, the trail is closed due to constant rain. It's open the rest of the year. The symptoms of altitude sickness are reduced by spending a few days in Cusco beforehand. Learn more!
No porter needed
Unlike the Classic Inca Trail, the Short Inca Trail does not require porters to carry luggage. Tourists must carry a backpack with a basic weight.
Inca Trail closure in February
Both the Classic Inca Trail (4 days) and the Short Inca Trail (2 days) close in February for conservation work. The rest of the year, everything remains open to tourists.
How to combat altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness can be a problem during the tour. It's recommended to acclimatize to Cusco's climate at least one or two days beforehand. This will reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness.
Hotels included in the tour
The tour includes one night in a tourist hotel in the town of Aguas Calientes. The included service is a standard (two-star) hotel with all the amenities necessary for a pleasant rest. All our included hotels offer comfortable rooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi, cable TV, large windows, and more. Options include:
Hotel Flowers House
The Flowers House hotel is located on one of the main avenues in the town of Aguas Calientes, just steps from the train station. It offers comfortable and modern facilities. It includes all the basic services necessary for a pleasant trip to Machu Picchu:
- Pick up from the train station.
- Clean and comfortable rooms.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi.
- Hot shower with towels, shampoo and soaps.
- Continental breakfast.
- Luggage storage service.
- Rooms with wardrobes and furniture.
- Safe in rooms.
- All rooms are smoke-free.
- 24-hour reception.
Hotel Wiracocha Inn
The Wiracocha Inn hotel is located in the upper part of the town of Aguas Calientes, just steps from the hot springs and overlooking the town's river. It has comfortable and spacious rooms. It offers all the amenities for a pleasant trip to Machu Picchu:
- Pick up from the train station.
- Free transfer to the train station.
- Clean and comfortable rooms.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi.
- Hot shower with all cleaning supplies.
- American buffet breakfast.
- Cafeteria in the hotel restaurant.
- Rooms with furniture.
- 24-hour reception.
Hotel Seven Mapi
The Seven Mapi Hotel is located on one of Aguas Calientes' main avenues, near the train station. It offers spacious, comfortable, and tastefully decorated rooms. It's recommended for a quiet and comfortable night before Machu Picchu:
- Pick up from the train station.
- Clean and comfortable rooms.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi.
- Hot showers with towels and cleaning supplies.
- Buffet breakfast.
- Non-smoking rooms.
- Safe at reception.
- Self-service laundry.
- Luggage storage service.
- 24-hour reception.
Optional 3-star hotels on the tour
The tour includes one night in a tourist hotel in the town of Aguas Calientes. The included service is a standard (two-star) hotel with all the amenities necessary for a pleasant rest. Looking for superior service? For an additional fee, you can request a three-star hotel. All of our included hotels offer spacious and comfortable rooms. They include hot showers, Wi-Fi, cable TV, complimentary coffee, and more. The options are:
Hotel Intipunku
The Intipunku Hotel (Gate of the Sun in Quechua) is located on one of the main avenues in the town of Aguas Calientes, just steps from the train station. It has comfortable and modern facilities. A clean and tidy reception desk offers various tourist services:
- Pick up from the train station.
- Building with elevator and spacious reception.
- Spacious, clean and comfortable rooms.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi included.
- Hot shower with cleaning supplies.
- Air conditioning in rooms.
- Massage service.
- Luggage reception.
- American-style buffet breakfast.
- 24-hour reception with free herbal teas.
Hotel Ferré Machupicchu
The Ferré Hotel is located on Aguas Calientes' main avenue, close to the main bars, cafes, and restaurants. It offers all the amenities, including a spa center and restaurant. Its modern and comfortable facilities boast beautiful views.
- Pick up and drop off from the train station.
- Hairdryer in all rooms.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi included.
- Hot shower with cleaning supplies.
- Community sauna.
- Whirlpool bathtub.
- Luggage reception.
- Buffet breakfast included in the restaurant.
- 24-hour reception.
- Excellent service.
Hotel El Tambo
The El Tambo hotel is located on a commercial avenue in the town of Aguas Calientes. It offers modern, family-friendly facilities with all the services necessary for a comfortable night's stay. It includes a buffet breakfast and maximum comfort for the night before your visit to Machu Picchu:
- Pick up from the train station.
- Elegant building with soberly decorated facilities.
- Cable TV and Wi-Fi included.
- Hot shower with cleaning supplies.
- Currency exchange service.
- Shared lounge for receiving guests.
- All rooms are smoke-free.
- Luggage reception.
- American-style buffet breakfast.
- 24-hour reception.
Optional 4-star hotels on the tour
The tour includes one night in a tourist hotel in the town of Aguas Calientes. The service included in the tour is a standard (two-star) hotel with all the amenities necessary for a pleasant rest. Looking for superior service? For an additional fee, you can request a four-star hotel. All hotels include all amenities, as well as incredible views, buffet breakfast, king-size beds, laundry facilities, a lounge bar, medical assistance, and more.
Hotel Casa del Sol
The Casa del Sol hotel is located on the Vilcanota River, overlooking a mountainous landscape with beautiful views. All rooms offer luxurious amenities and common areas with a spa, bar, restaurant, and more. This is one of the best hotels in Machu Picchu:
- Spacious rooms with suites (mini bar, TV, cable, Wi-Fi and more).
- Wooden floors and eco-friendly bathrooms.
- King size beds with private balcony overlooking the Vilcanota River.
- Andean banquet breakfast.
- Spa and wellness center service.
- Comfortable and friendly bar service.
- Service adapted for people with disabilities.
- Restaurant with the best chefs.
Tierra Viva Hotel
The Tierra Viva Hotel is located across from the Vilcanota River, a place with beautiful mountain scenery. Its rooms are modern, spacious, and feature luxurious details for a pleasant night's sleep. It features terraces, air conditioning, laundry facilities, an elevator, and more.
- Spacious suites with fine finishes.
- Cable TV service, Wi-Fi, and sophisticated bathrooms with hot showers.
- Air-conditioned and smoke-free in all rooms.
- Buffet breakfast from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
- Restaurant with Peruvian dishes.
- 24-hour business center.
- Laundry service.
- Building with elevator adapted for people with disabilities.
- 24-hour reception.
Hotel Taypikala
The Taypikala Hotel is located across from a beautiful plaza in Aguas Calientes (just steps from the hot springs). It offers views of the mountainous forests. It offers quality services such as balconies, a restaurant, massage services, gardens, and sophisticated facilities.
- Spacious rooms with beautiful decor, bamboo furniture, and mountain views.
- Cable TV service, Wi-Fi, minibar, bathtub (hydromassage bathtub for suites).
- Restaurant with new Andean cuisine.
- Buffet breakfast.
- Large reception and shared garden.
- Massage service.
- Transfer and pick-up from the train station.
- 24-hour reception.
Extras for your trip
In addition to what is offered in the All-Inclusive Service, tourists can add some additional accessories or services to their trip: entrance to Huayna Picchu, a better hotel service (4 stars), return on the 'Vistadome' train, an extra walking stick, etc.
Special lunch at Tinkuy restaurant
For an additional fee, tourists can enjoy an exquisite special lunch at the prestigious Tinkuy restaurant, which belongs to the 5-star Sanctuary Lodge hotel (the only hotel located next to Machu Picchu).
Return by train 'Vistadome'
The tour includes an Expedition train service. For a more comfortable journey, you can request a Vistadome train ticket on the return trip. This train features large windows and complimentary snacks. It features a dance show and alpaca clothing parade.
3 or 4 star hotel service
The tour includes one night in a 2-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. Tourists who prefer to stay in a 3- or 4-star hotel may request accommodation. All hotels offer maximum comfort and high-quality services.
Benefits
The 2-Day Inca Trail All-Inclusive Service has everything tourists need for a well-organized visit. Plus, tourists can rest assured that the tour is organized by a reliable agency. It offers personalized assistance, easy and secure payment methods, and many other benefits.
Agency with authorization and years of experience
The 2-day Inca Trail Tour All-Inclusive Service is a brand of Machu Picchu Terra, a tourism agency authorized by the Ministry of Culture of Peru with code AUT00115 .
Constant personalized assistance
Our assistants are available to answer any questions you may have before, during, and after your 2-Day Inca Trail All-Inclusive Tour. Call 084-207064.
Easy payment
Paying for the All-Inclusive Service is quick and easy. You can do so without leaving home using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, or PayPal. All our payment methods are 100% secure and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any questions about the 2-Day Inca Trail All-Inclusive Tour? These are frequently asked questions from tourists interested in the tour. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@boletomachupicchu.com or call 084-207064.
1) Is the Short Inca Trail (2 days) difficult?
The Short Inca Trail covers only 11 kilometers on foot to reach Machu Picchu. However, this route is uphill, which requires some physical effort.
2) In what language is the tour guide service?
The Short Inca Trail (2 days) includes the service of a tour guide in English, Spanish, French or German (the last 2 must be requested in advance). If you require the service in another language, you can request a private guide at info@boletomachupicchu.com.
3) Does the Short Inca Trail (2 days) include food?
Yes. The All-Inclusive Service includes one box lunch, one dinner, and one breakfast. Lunch in Aguas Calientes is not included.
4) When is the best time to hike the Inca Trail?
The months of April through October are the best to hike the Short Inca Trail (2 days). The rainy season is the rest of the year, so precautions should be taken. Remember that the Inca Trail is closed in February.
5) Does the tour include lunch in Aguas Calientes?
No. However, tourists can optionally add the special menu at the luxurious Tinkuy restaurant, the only one located next to Machu Picchu.
6) Can I change the date of a tour I have already purchased?
No, due to regulations from the Peruvian Ministry of Culture, this tour cannot be changed from the service date. The same applies to all travel agencies.
7) Can I cancel the tour I have already purchased?
No, according to regulations of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture, this tour cannot be cancelled or refunded. The same applies to all travel agencies.
8) Can I camp in Wiñayhuayna?
No. The tour is organized so that the first night is spent in a tourist hotel in the town of Aguas Calientes. Camping is organized as part of the 4-day Inca Trail tour.
9) Can I take the tour with children or older adults?
Yes, the tour is recommended for children or seniors. Children over 8 years old and enjoying hiking are recommended. Seniors should be in good health.
10) How long in advance should I purchase the tour?
It is recommended to purchase the tour two to three weeks in advance. Availability is limited.