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2 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

4.9(8 reviews)Cusco, PeruOperated by Lares Trip

Duration2 days
GroupPrivate tour
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
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About this activity

► Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Incas on a 2-day hike to Machu Picchu. Experience the mysterious citadel in the Andes mountains following a short expedition, ideal for those with limited time but with an interest in cultural understanding and history.

Day-by-day itinerary

2 days2 daysPrivate tour

Day 1Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

Winay Wayna
Machu Picchu, Peru
30 minutesAdmission included
Following early morning pick up between 7:45 am, catch the train from Ollantaytambo town to Km – 104 of the railroad and visit the sites of Chachabamba on arrival. Then, start your 12 kilometer walk of the Inca Trail trek and get impressive views of Wiñay Wayna and the terraced farms of the Andes. Marvel at the ruins of Choquesuysuy across the Sacred Valley of the Incas and pass the highland jungle cliffs to arrive at the ceremonial gate of Inti Punku. Get your first glimpse of the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu before traveling by bus to Aguas Calientes for your overnight stay

Accommodation: Hotel Presidente en Aguas Calientes tiene aguas caliente e incluye desayuno. (Aveces a un hotel similar).

Day 2Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu, Peru
2 hours
Rise early to board a bus to Machu Picchu, and take a 2 hour guided tour of the citadel on arrival. Then, get some free time to explore on your own. Use the time to climb Huayna Picchu or the Machu Picchu mountains if booked in advance. Return to Aguas Calientes town where you can relax in the hot springs. Take the train back to Ollantaytambo and then return to Cusco by private car. Avail of the option to stay in Aguas Calientes for as many nights as you like and climb Putucusi Mountain, hike to the Mandor Waterfalls or explore the Machu Picchu Museum at leisur

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations114

The operator lists 114 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by MeliaAv. El Sol 1436, 0.7 km from Qoricancha Archaeological Site, Cusco, 08002, Peru
San Agustin PlazaAvenida Sol 590, Cusco, 08002, Peru
San Agustin International HotelCalle Maruri N 390, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Casa Andina Standard Cusco PlazaPortal Espinar 142, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Mister Inkas Hotels InnAv. Tullumayu 548 - Plazoleta Limacpampa, Plaza Limacpampa, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Tecte Guest HouseTecte 388A, Downtown, Cusco, Cusco, Cusco01, Peru
Hotel Taypikala CuscoCalle Inticahuarina 620, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Qorikoyllur HostalCalle Carmen Bajo No. 186, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Tupac Yupanqui HotelCalle San Agustin # 236, Cusco, 08002, Peru
JW Marriott El Convento CuscoEsquina de la Calle Ruinas 432 y San Agustin, Esquina de la Calle Ruinas 432, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Hospedaje KiswarcanchaCalle Palacio 135, Cusco, Peru
Kapac Inn HotelAv. Huayna Capac, 210, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Hospedaje QausayMateo Pumacahua B 3, Cusco, 08000, Peru
Inkaterra La CasonaPlaza Las Nazarenas 211, Next to the Museum of Pre-Colombian Art, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Ruwa B&BRecoleta Zaguan Del Cielo B-18, Cusco, Peru
Hotel Awki's DreamCalle Collacalle 310 - 312, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Hotel Principe IIIAV. Huascar # 222, Cusco, 84, Peru
Kiwa's House HostelCalle Pumapaccha 257, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Hostal Posada Del WiracochaAv. Pardo 975 . Cusco - Centro, Cusco, 84, Peru
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, CuscoCalle Plazoleta Nazarenas 337, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Hotel KenamariAvenida Pardo 769-B, Behind the main post office, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Miracle InnAv Huascar 102 esq Av de la Cultura, Cusco, Peru
Hotel AmerinkaMarquez Street No 272, Plaza San Francisco, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Casa Andina Standard Cusco San BlasCalle Chihuampata 278, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Hospedaje EstrellitaAv Tullumayo 449, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Hotel Museo CuscoAv. Manco Capac, 420, Cusco, Peru
Casa Andina Standard Cusco CatedralSta. Catalina Angosta 149, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Chaski HotelAv. Infancia No 443, Cusco, 84, Peru
Casa Esmeralda By KatariPasaje Esmeralda 160, Cusco, 08007, Peru
Amanecer En El Sol HotelSan Andres 338-A,, Cusco, Peru
Casa San Blas Boutique HotelCalle Tocuyeros 556, Cuesta de San Blas, Cusco, 8003, Peru
Inkayra HotelAv ejercito 270, Cusco, 84, Peru
Cusco HotelMeladeros 150, Cusco, Peru
Hotel San Pedro PlazaAvenida Sol 106, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Casa Andina Premium CuscoPlazoleta de Limacpampa Chico 473, Cusco, Peru
Inka Home Boutique HotelAvenida Centenario N_ 103, Cusco, 08002, Peru
Hostal Cusco Guest HomeCollacalle 388, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Inkaspacha HostalCalle Matara 288, Cusco, 051, Peru
Sumaq TikaqCalle Tandapata 114, Cusco, 08003, Peru
Hotel QorikanchaMatara 261, Cusco, Peru

You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Recogemos a los clientes del hotel

What's included

Included

Lunch
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast

Not included

Breakfast on day 1 and lunch on day 2
Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes
Tip for the tour guides

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

Minimum 1 traveller per booking
Maximum 15 travellers per booking
At least one adult must be included in the booking
Age bands: Infant (1–2), Child (3–10), Youth (12–13), Adult (14–70)

Languages

Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

0+ days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off: Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
Confirmation: Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets: One per booking
Local time zone: America/Lima
Product code: 208335P1

What you'll be asked when booking

Age of each traveller
Date of birth
First name of each traveller
Last name of each traveller
Passport expiry date
Nationality
Passport number
Your preferred pickup point
Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 58 reviews

Ratings aggregated from Viator (2) and Tripadvisor (6).

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