Short Inca Trail 2 days

Description

The 2-day Inca Trail is the short version of the famous 4 day Inca Trail, and is perfect for those who are short on time or for those who enjoy adventure travel. The Trail starts Km 104 where we will begin our hike to the archaeological complex of Wiñahuayna. We will then continue to the sun gate or “Inti Punku” where we can observe an impressive sunset before descending to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the evening.  The following day, we will visit the “lost city of the Incas”, the famous Machu Picchu.

Itinerary

Day 1: Short Inca Trail: Cusco – Wiñaywayna – Águas Calientes - 12 km

We will be passing by the hotel at approximately 5:00 a.m. towards the Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station, depending on space availability on the train, which will take us to Km 104 where we will begin our walk in a subtropical jungle landscape. .

We will visit the archaeological group of Chachabamba (2150 m.a.n.m) and in approximately 3 hours of walking we will reach Wiñaywayna, an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector, then we will climb to Intipunku, “Gate of the Sun”, during the 1-hour walking route along a flat stone road and a panoramic view of the mountains, a point where we can enjoy the first view of the majestic “Machupicchu” and Inti Punku.

Soon we will arrive at “the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu” and then we will take the bus to get to Aguas Calientes to spend the night.

That day we will have the opportunity to take lots of photos from the upper part, where the classic photo is located. 

Duration of the walk is approximately 6 to 7 hours, accommodation will be overnight in previously selected accommodation, taking advantage of the rest of the day to enjoy the Hot Springs in the town of Águas Calientes.

IMPORTANT ADVICE

After a hearty breakfast and the recommended coca tea, we suggest that you just take a light backpack (25L) to trek the first day. (Include money, light clothing, travel documents, camera, repellent, sunhat, sunscreen and personal hygiene products). Your trip will be more comfortable for doing so. The rest of your baggage can remain at your Cusco hotel as you will be returning there tomorrow.

Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes

Meals included: Box lunch, dinner

Day 2: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu – Cusco – 01h30m tour – Circuit 5

In the morning, according to the scheduled time, our guide will pick you up at your hotel to go to the bus station where you will climb 400m along a winding path for 20min to reach the incredible wonder of the world “The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu”, also known as “The Lost City of the Incas”. Upon arriving at the Machu Picchu citadel with our guide, we will pass through the entrance and begin the tour of the entire citadel.

For around 1h30m we will visit the main places in Machu Picchu. 

We will return to the town of Aguas Calientes in the afternoon, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch in one of the many restaurants (lunch not included). After lunch, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo (depending on train departure time availability). The return will follow the same route as the outbound one. When you arrive in Ollantaytambo, our train representative will be waiting to take you to the bus to finally go to your hotel in Cusco. 

IMPORTANT

From the 1st of January 2019, the rules changed with regards to the Machu Picchu. The visit to the archaeological site will all be in one direction, which means that once you have passed by a certain site, you are not allowed to return. There is no re-entrance to the site, if we leave the site for any reason, we are not allowed to re-enter. The only exception to this new rule is, if you have an entrance ticket to either Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu mountain. Also, if you wish to climb one of these mountains, the guided tour of the main citadel will be reduced to coincide with the mountain entrance time. In the case of Machu Picchu Mountain, your guided tour will be for one hour to allow time for you to climb the mountain; In the case of Huayna Pichu, the tour of the main citadel will be for 2 hours.

IMPORTANT ADVICE

Before you go up to Machu Picchu, we recommend that you leave your light backpack at the hotel in Aguas Calientes and only take water, (please remember that Machu Picchu is a plastic free zone so plastic water bottles will be confiscated on entry). Passport, cash, entrance ticket, sunhat sunscreen and insect repellent. When you head back down to Aguas calientes, you can collect your overnight bag from the hotel. If time allows, we recommend a visit to the Chávez Ballón Museum, the museum of Machu Picchu. There is a free entrance after midday and you simply need to show your passport. We should also take into account that there is usually a queue for the shuttle bus, to and from Machu Picchu. There is also usually a queue for the train back to Ollantaytambo also, so we will need to allow plenty of time in each case. Your guide will be there to orientate you in the best possible manner.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco (own expense)

Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Day 1- Detailed assistance and conversation about the tour (1 or 2 days before the hike)
    - Hotel - Ollantaytambo train station - Hotel transfer
    - Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Kilometer 104 (PERURAIL or INCA RAIL)
    - Authorization to disembark at Kilometer 104
    - Entrance fee to the Inca Trail
    - 1 light box lunch
    - Dinner in Aguas Calientes
    - Professional guide (English-Spanish)
    - Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
    - Assistance
  • Day 2- Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
    - Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
    - 1.5 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu
    - Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (PERURAIL or INCA RAIL)
    - First aid kit
    - Oxygen balloon
    - Agency services
  • Hotels- 1 night at Hotel Machupicchu Inn/Alegrias Inn or similar in Aguas Calientes with breakfast
    - 24-hour assistence

What's Not Included

  • Drinks except those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meals except those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Snacks except those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Phone calls
  • Extra spending money
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Walking sticks add USD 10.00 per each one

Optional Services

  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu mountain: USD 80.00 per person (must be booked in advance)
  • Return Train VISTADOME/360° with panoramic views, typical dance show (Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo) - Upgrade service: USD 65,00 per person

What to Take

  • Passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Light daypack
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen
  • Repellent
  • Sunglasses
  • Clothing for hot and cold weather conditions
  • Sunhat
  • Rain gear or poncho
  • Long-sleeved shirts, (due to there being mosquitos in Machu Picchu)
  • Walking shoes/boots
  • Camera
  • Extra memory stick and additional batteries
  • Personal medications (for headaches, anti-inflammatory´s etc).
  • Extra Cash in soles and small denominations if possible

Prices

Economic ★★★

Prices

Single Room
US$ 495.00 / person
Double Room
US$ 485.00 / person
Triple Room
US$ 480.00 / person

Hotels

Aguas Calientes

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