02-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu
Embark on a journey along the legendary Inca Trail and experience the awe-inspiring majesty of Machu Picchu.
Free Quote RequestWalk the Ancient Path to the Lost City of the Incas
From the scenic Expedition Train from Ollantaytambo, through archaeological gems and the iconic Sun Gate, this 2-day adventure immerses you in history, breathtaking landscapes, and Peru's rich culture.
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$2005
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02/01
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Iconic Inca Trail Experience
Hike through cloud forests and archaeological sites, including Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna, following the footsteps of the ancient Incas.
Sun Gate Arrival at Machu Picchu
Reach Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for a spectacular first view of the Machu Picchu citadel—a truly unforgettable moment.
Guided Exploration of Machu Picchu
Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the majestic Machu Picchu complex, uncovering its history, architecture, and Incan secrets.
Train to Machu Picchu
Chachabamba Ruins
Winay Wayna
Inti Punku (Sun Gate)
Citadel Panorama
Inside the Citadel
Sun Temple
Inca Stone Houses
Machu Picchu
Transfer to Starting Point
Early morning pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the Ollantaytambo Train Station to board the Expedition Train (tourist class). Your journey will take you to km 104 of the Cusco–Machu Picchu railroad, the starting point of the hike.
Express Inca Trail Hike
Begin your trek with a visit to the Chachabamba archaeological complex (altitude: 2,150 m / 7,052 ft), located near the trail checkpoint. From here, embark on an 8 km (5 miles) ascending trail, which over approximately four hours leads to the remarkable Wiñaywayna complex (altitude: 2,650 m / 8,692 ft). This Inca site features agricultural terraces, a religious sector, and an urban area, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Urubamba River valley. Along the way, enjoy views of the Choquesuysuy complex across the river and a picturesque waterfall near Wiñaywayna.
Sun Gate & Arrival at Machu Picchu
Continue your hike to Intipunku, the Sun Gate, following a trail of flat stones along cliff edges through highland jungle. From this breathtaking viewpoint, admire your first panoramic views of the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu. Descend the trail and take a short bus ride down to Aguas Calientes village, where your day concludes.
Hotel & Meals
Overnight: Aguas Calientes.
Meals Included: Lunch.
Machu Picchu Tour - Inca Trail Circuit
Private Service – English/Italian/Spanish/French Speaking Guide Available.
Your guide will meet you at the hotel for an early morning bus ride to Machu Picchu, allowing ample time to explore this iconic Inca citadel.
After immersing yourself in the mystique of this ancient wonder, you will return to Aguas Calientes by bus and enjoy a delightful lunch at Café Inkaterra, a charming riverside spot overlooking the Vilcanota.
Later in the afternoon, you will head to the train station to board the Train to Ollantaytambo. There, a representative will be waiting for you with a sign bearing your name for your private transfer back to your hotel.
Recommendations from our Travel Designers
For travelers visiting Machu Picchu who wish to elevate their sense of adventure, we suggest choosing one of three scenic treks — Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu, or Huchuy Picchu — each offering a different perspective and reward — offered as a refined, optional addition.
Hotel & Meals
Meals Included: Breakfast
Included / Not Included
Included
- Hotels according to itinerary.
- Meals according to itinerary.
- Pre-departure briefing.
- Transfer to the Ollantaytambo train stations from Cusco or the Sacred Valley.
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo station to Km 104 and from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
- Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance fees.
- Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on the first day and round trip bus ticket the next day.
Not Included
- International and domestic flights.
- Entry visas to Peru, if required.
- Airport Taxes.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
- Hotel in Cusco.
- Processing and wire transfer fees.
Pricing Options
Based on double occupancy, private tours, and selected hotels. Rates may vary according to season and partner availability.
| 4 Stars | |
|---|---|
| Private Service: 2 travelers | USD 803 |
| Private Service: 3 travelers | USD 689 |
| Private Service: 4 travelers | USD 637 |
| 3 Stars | |
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| Private Service: 2 travelers | USD 763 |
| Private Service: 3 travelers | USD 653 |
| Private Service: 4 travelers | USD 597 |
Hotels
Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel
Aguas Calientes, Cusco
A legendary luxury lodge at the doorstep of Machu Picchu, offering elegant rooms, refined service, and direct access to the citadel’s entrance — one of the most exclusive stays in Peru for experiencing the ancient site.
Steps to Machu Picchu
Free Wi‑Fi
Fine dining
Room service
Garden terraces
Concierge services
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
Aguas Calientes, Cusco
A luxury boutique hotel in Aguas Calientes with elegant rooms, stunning mountain and Vilcanota River views, refined service, gourmet Peruvian cuisine, and a full‑service spa — a top option for travelers visiting Machu Picchu.
River views
Free Wi‑Fi
Spa services
Gourmet dining
Breakfast included
Airport shuttle
El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra
Aguas Calientes, Cusco
El MaPi Hotel by Inkaterra is a stylish mid‑range hotel in Aguas Calientes with modern design, comfortable rooms, a central location near the train and bus to Machu Picchu, and an onsite restaurant and spa — ideal for travelers seeking convenience and contemporary comfort ahead of visiting the citadel.
Central location
Free Wi‑Fi
Spa services
Restaurant bar
Breakfast included
Airport transfers
Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes, Cusco
Comfortable, well‑located hotel in Aguas Calientes right by the train station and river, offering modern rooms and easy access to Machu Picchu transport and local services.
River views
Free Wi‑Fi
Breakfast included
Central location
Airport shuttle
Restaurant bar
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Peru is a large country and its geography is varied. The cold currents of the southern Pacific Ocean wash against its shores making it one of the richest oceanic life systems on the planet; its coast is part of the driest desert ecosystem on Earth; the Andes mountains, the world’s only Equatorial mountain range with glaciers, cuts right through the middle of the territory from north to south; and two-thirds of the country is covered by the Amazonian rainforest. How to see it all?
There are some well-established traditional tour routes in the country that are great for those travelers with little free time to explore beyond the beaten path. We at Intense Peru strive to make your experience exploring our wondrous country something more than that. Even if you do not have much time we will help you make your journey through Peru a wonderful and memorable one.
Depending on how much time you have available we recommend these routes to give you ideas on how to start planning your trip.
Do you have one week or less? You can try one of these tours Ancient Caral: Lima – 1d
- Culinary: Lima – 1d
- Lima Tours : Lima – 1d
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- Sipan – Chimu: Chiclayo/Trujillo – 4d/3n
- Rainforest Expedition: Tambopata- 5d/4n
- Amazon Rainforest: Tambopata – 5d/4n
- Machu Picchu – Sacre Valley – Cusco: 5d/4n
Do have you have more than a week? These are great choices Inca Trail – Machu Picchu: Cusco – 7d/6n
- Inca Trail – Salcantay: Cusco – 7d/6n
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Climate
If you are coming from the northern hemisphere, seasons will be inverted. That is, if it is winter where you are, it will be summer in Peru. In addition to the time of year, your location in the country will also determine what kind of weather you will experience. Because of the varied geography of the country, its location near the Equator and the cold Pacific Ocean currents, temperatures and weather can markedly vary from one city to another.
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The coast tends to be mild year-round, only really having two distinct seasons: warm and cool. It is sunnier in summer (from mid-November to late-March) and can be overcast or even foggy in winter (from April to mid-November), depending on your proximity to the ocean. It almost never rains on the coast. A fine misty drizzle is the most precipitation you may experience. So, bring a swimsuit if you are coming in the summer, and a light jacket if you are coming in the winter.
Andes Mountains:
The mountains will vary in temperature and weather patterns according to the terrain, the latitude, and the altitude. The higher you go, the colder it is. Also, the higher you go, the “thinner” the atmosphere, as pressure drops, so when you stand in the sun you can feel really warm, or if you stand in the shade, you can feel really cold. The air tends to be really dry and heat from the sun travels easily through the atmosphere. It can get hot or cold just as easily. Because of the altitude, the seasons are inverted in the mountains. When it is summer on the coast, it is “winter” in the mountains, meaning, it is the rainy season. This is from mid-November to late March. It is also the warmer time of year in the mountains. From April to mid-November you get the dry and colder season in the mountains.
Bring a warm coat year-round. Layers are best as you can adjust your body temperature by peeling off items of clothing according to whether you feel warm or cold.
Amazon Rainforest:
The rainforest is hot and humid and is a rainy year-round, but it is especially rainy in the wet season (mid-November to late March). Bring a folding umbrella or lightweight breathable raincoat. Quick-drying fabrics and shoes are the best.
Here are some average temperatures and altitudes for several cities around Peru.
- Arequipa: 2,335 msnm | Máx: 24°C (75°F) | Mín: 5°C (41°F)
- Ayacucho: 2,761 msnm | Máx: 24°C (75°F) | Mín: -2°C (28°F)
- Cajamarca: 2,720 msnm | Máx: 23°C (70°F) | Mín: 2°C (28°F)
- Chiclayo: 29 msnm | Máx: 33°C (91°F) | Mín: 15°C (59°F)
- Cusco: 3,395 msnm | Máx: 22°C (76°F) | Mín: -2°C (28°F)
- Huaraz: 3,091 msnm | Máx: 18°C (64°F) | Mín: 9°C (48°F)
- Ica: 406 msnm | Máx: 30°C (86°F) | Mín: 8°C (46°F)
- Iquitos: 104 msnm | Máx: 36°C (97°F) | Mín: 17°C (63°F)
- Lima: 133 msnm | Máx: 25°C (77°F) | Mín: 13°C (55°F)
- Puerto Maldonado: 183 msnm | Máx: 34°C (93°F) | Mín: 21°C (70°F)
- Puno: 3,827 msnm | Máx: 19°C (66°F) | Mín: -11°C (12°F)
- Trujillo: 34 msnm | Máx: 30°C (86°F) | Mín: 11°C (52°F)
- Tumbes: 6 msnm | Máx: 38°C (100°F) | Mín: 15°C (59°F)