Inca Trail 2 days / 1 night

This options is for people which don’t have many days, but still want to the Inca Trail, in this hike we will enjoy Wiñaywayna archeological complex (one of the most important sites on the Inca Trail and of course Machupicchu as well

This trek is often known as «the two day Inca Trail», «the Sacred Inca Trail» or “ The Royal Inca Trail”. The trek starts at Km104 (104 kilometers along the railway from Cusco) and involves a four hour walk uphill to Wiñay Wayna and a couple of hours further to Machu Picchu making it ideal for trekkers wanting to experience at least a part of the Inca Trail but haven’t got the time (or energy) to complete the full 4 day trek.

This itinerary is rated moderate and should only be undertaken by people who are fairly fit and take regular exercise. The trek starts at 2100m (KM104) and climbs to 2700m (Wiñay Wayna) before descending to 2400m (Machu Picchu). Since the trek is carried out at a much lower altitude than the Classic 4 day Inca Trail trek you do not need to worry about acclimatization as much, although many people still find themselves short of breath when arriving at Wiñay Wayna so this trek should certainly not be considered an easy option.

DAY 1 : CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES

We will pick you up from your hotel at 06.50 am and take you to Poroy train station to board the train that will take us to km.104 km on the Poroy – Machupicchu railroad (starting point of the trek), where we will arrive at around 10:30 am. We start visiting Chachabamba archaeological complex (2150 masl), located near the checking point, to ascend an 8 km trail, which after four hours will take us to the archaeological complex of Wiñaywayna (2700 masl). This is an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector. Here, we will have our box lunch. On the way up we will have magnificent views of the Urubamba River valley and the Choquesuysuy archaeological complex located on the other side of the river, and also of a beautiful waterfall located just a few minutes away from Wiñaywayna. We will go on and we will climb to Intipunku, or The Sun Gate. This will take an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones on the edges of cliffs in highland jungle. From this fabulous spot, we will contemplate the sacred citadel of Machu picchu. From Inti Punku we will descend to Machu picchu and then by bus to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night in a nice hostel

• Box lunch / Dinner
• Distance: 12 Km (7.50 miles)
• Estimate walking hours: 5 to 6
• Highest point: 2700 meters (8858.26 feet)

DAY 2: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES – CUSCO

We will start the day  with a early pick up from your hostel, and we will board a bus to go up to Machu picchu and then immediately begin a complete guided tour of the Inca citadel that will take approximately two hours. then have free time to walk around or do other additional activities as: climb the Huayna picchu Mountain(from the top you have a spectacular views of all of Machupicchu and the valleys and mountains that surround it) visit the Temple of the Moon and the fabulous Inca Bridge. You can choose the restaurant in Aguas Calientes to have your lunch on your own. Have time in Aguas Calientes to visit the hot springs if you want. Then take the train to return to Cusco and transfer to your selected hotel

• Breakfast
• Distance: 8 Km (5 miles) by bus
• Estimate walking hours: 3
• Highest point: 2400 meters (7874 feet)

** Campsites are assigned and determined by the government

TO CONSIDER:

Huayna picchu only allows 400 people per day and there are not pre bookings for it, if you want to climb it up, you have to let the guide know it at least a night before, so, he can help you arranging the tickets next morning

Group Service:

• This service is for people, who wants to enjoy the hike with other members from different parts of the world
• Group Size: 4 – 16 people
• Fixed departures 2010 ( Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

SERVICES INCLUDED

• Transportation to and from: Hotel -Train station- Hotel.
• Backpacker Train Service: Poroy – Km. 104 (Chachabamba) & Aguas Calientes – Poroy
• Guide: Professional English and Spanish speaking guide; 2 guides for groups over 8 people.
• Personal Porter: Carry backpacks, sleeping bags and mattresses (Max. 6 kilos/ 13 lbs per person).
• Meals: 1 Box Lunch/ 1 dinner / 1 Breakfast
• Entrance Ticket: Inca Trail & Machu Picchu.
• Bus ticket: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (1st day).
• Bus ticket: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (2nd day).
• Hostel: Double accommodation in Aguas Calientes.

DOESN’T INCLUDE:

• Breakfast (day 1), usually the hotels offer this service
• Lunch in Aguas Calientes (day 2)

ADDITIONALS:

• US$ 10 Metal trekking poles rental for the whole trek
• US$ 30 single accommodation
• Over night in Aguas Calientes, from US$60 (contact for details).
• Tips ( Optional)

Private Service:

You can choose your date, the whole service is just for you, we don’t add any other people

• Group Size: It depends on the client
• Fixed departures: It depends on the client

SERVICES INCLUDED

• Transportation to and from: Hotel -Train station- Hotel.
• Vistadome Train Service: Poroy – Km. 104 (Chachabamba) & Aguas Calientes – Poroy
• Guide: Professional English and Spanish speaking guide; 2 guides for groups over 8 people.
• Personal Porter: Carry backpacks, sleeping bags and mattresses (Max. 8 kilos/ 13 lbs per person).
• Meals: 1 Box Lunch/ 1 dinner / 1 Breakfast/1 buffet lunch
• Entrance Ticket: Inca Trail & Machu Picchu.
• Bus ticket: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (1st day).
• Bus ticket: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (2nd day).
• Hotel: Double accommodation in Aguas Calientes.

DOESN’T INCLUDE:

• Breakfast (day 1), usually the hotels offer this service

ADDITIONALS:

• US$ 10 Metal trekking poles rental for the whole trek
• US$ 30 single accommodation
• Over night in Aguas Calientes, from US$60 (contact for details).
• Tips ( Optional)

** Campsites are assigned and determined by the government

Group Services

• Price per person: USD 360.00