Short Inca trail 2d/1n
Inca trail 2 days is the short version of the classic 4 days Inca trail which is a perfect exclucive option for people who don’t have time but want to experience hiking to Machu Picchu by the original Inka trail.
Machu Picchu!
Exploring Machu Picchu will take us on a charming tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will travel by train following the course of the Vilcanota River, in which you will be able to get the best views of the impressive landscapes of the cloud forest,
Rainbow Mountain
“The roof of the Inca Capital”, “Vinicunca” (Hill of colors), etc. Guardian of the Cusco region, located in the District of Pitumarca, Canchis province, Cusco region, in the South of Peru; Ausangate is considered the most important mountain of the Andean cosmovision.
Inca trail to MachuPicchu
Inca trail 2 days is the short version of the classic 4 days Inca trail which is a perfect exclucive option for people who don’t have time but want to experience hiking to Machu Picchu by the original Inka trail, this trekking route is call the sacred Inca trail which is 12 kilometers of original trail in this tour you have the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu 2 times
Cusco City, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail & Rainbow Mountain 6 Days
- Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights
- Activities: Trekking, Culture, Adventure
- Average Group Size: 12 people
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Accommodation: Hotels
- Tour Language: English, Spanish
- Starts/Ends: Cusco / Cusco
- Season: All year
From: USD 950.00 per person
Door to Door Service
This package of tour incluiding the full day tours, get the most out of the Cusco region by visiting the Cusco city and its surroundings beautiful places, which are filled with fantastic art and archaeological sites. The Sacred Valley holds huge Inca sites, and the Inca Trail with Machu Picchu will provide a complete understanding of Andean culture and Inca architecture. You will finish the trip exploring the amazing Rainbow Mountain.
Inca Trail and Days tours - Trip Details
- OVERVIEW
- ITINERARY
- INCLUDED
Cusco City, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, and Rainbow Mountain 6 days
The City tour in Cusco, will take you to some of the city’s most important Inca and colonial sites. You’ll learn about the history and culture of the Inca Empire as you visit the Sacsayhuaman religious place, Qenqo, and more beautiful places.
Sacred Valley Tour, you can explore the vibrant local markets and try some traditional Peruvian cuisine. On our Sacred Valley tour, you’ll visit ancient Inca ruins Pisac, Moray, Salineras (Salt Mine), and Ollantaytambo, where we will spend the night in a hotel.
The Short Inca Trail hike is for those who want to experience a taste of the Classic Inca Trail (long Trail) without undertaking the full trek. We offer a short hike that takes you to some of the most stunning sections of the trail. This option is great for those who want to enjoy the trail’s and the most interesting thing is, you Will arrive to Machupicchu hiking.
Rainbow Mountain hike is one of Cusco’s most popular full day hike, also known as Vinicunca Mountain. This incredible mountain gets its name from its multi-colored stripes caused by mineral deposits in the rock.
Tour Highlights:
- See stunning huge stones embedded in Inca walls.
- Explore the Sacred Valley’s most iconic spots.
- Hike the iconic Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu hiking.
- Enjoy the stunning views of Machu Picchu from the Sungate.
- Experience the amazing Rainbow Mountain.
- You Will see Machupicchu two times
Day 1: Arrival in Cusco – Afternoon city tour
We will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel. In the afternoon, we have planned a city tour to explore the most remarkable plazas, streets, and temples, including Plaza de Armas, Coricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay, and the statue of White Jesus located on the top of Cusco city.
- Included: Tourist van, tour guide, entrance tickets
- Not Included: meals
- Accommodation: Estancia San Pedro hotel (or a Similar 3-star hotel)
- Duration: 3h ½
- Type: Walking tour & Driving
Recommendations: Bring a wind jacket and poncho just in case it rains, sunblock and hat, sunglasses and water.
Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray
Your tour guide will pick you up at 7:00 AM from your hotel and drive you to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our first stop is the Mirador of Taray, a beautiful lookout point offering picturesque landscapes of farmlands and snow-capped mountains. Next, we will visit the Pisac ruins and the Pisac market, known for its exquisite handcrafted artwork and textiles. Lunch will be served in the town of Ollantaytambo.
The second part of our journey begins with a visit to the circular terraces of Moray and the Salineras of Maras (Salt mine). Finally, we will explore the fortress of Ollantaytambo and it’s beautiful town, delving into its ancient cobblestone streets. The day concludes with an overnight stay at a hotel in Ollantaytambo.
- Included: Tourist van, tour guide, entrance tickets
- Not Included: Lunch & Dinner
- Duration: Full day
- Type: Bus, walking tour
- Accommodation: Tunupa Lodge (or a Similar 3-star hotel)
- Considered: Easy
Recommendations: Bring a wind jacket and poncho just in case it rains, sunblock and hat, sunglasses and water.
Day 3: Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up around 5:30 AM and drive to the train station which is close from your hotel. We’ll travel along the Urubamba River until we reach km 104 – Chachabamba, the starting point of our hike to Machu Picchu.
First, you’ll pass through the checkpoint and prepare for the epic hike. Our journey includes a visit to the Inca site of Chachabamba. After this, we’ll embark on a 4-hour hike to one of the most stunning Inca sites on the Inca Trail, Wiñaywayna. Here, we’ll take time to explore the site and enjoy breathtaking views of the Andean mountains. An energetic box lunch will be provided to keep us fueled for the journey ahead.
Next, we continue to the Sun Gate (Intipunku), where you’ll catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu. By the time we arrive at the Sun Gate, most of the crowds will have dispersed, allowing for a more serene experience. We’ll reach Machu Picchu in the afternoon, which is an ideal time for taking the classical potos from the classical view to see machupicchu, as the guided tour is scheduled for the following day.
Finally, once you finish with your classical potos we take the bus to Aguas Calientes town (Machu Picchu Pueblo), where we’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night in a hotel.
- Included: Transfers, transportation, tour guide, Train to Km 104 (Expedition or Voyager), box Lunch, dinner, Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, Oxygen tank, first aid kit, satellite phones.
- Hiking distance: 16km / 10 miles
- Highest altitude: 2700m / 8858ft
- Considered: Moderate
- Accommodation: Paqariq INN (or a Similar 2-star hotel)
- Meals: all included
Day 4: Discover Machu Picchu – back to Cusco
We’ll start our day with an early breakfast before catching the first buses to the mountain where Machu Picchu inca site is located. Upon arrival, we’ll begin a guided tour lasting approximately 2 to 3 hours, during which we’ll delve into the wonders of the ancient Inca citadel. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the site with your tour guide, learning about the history and culture of the Incas or Quechuas people. You will have a plenty time for taking photos and soaking in the breathtaking views.
After the tour, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Later in the afternoon, you’ll embark on a scenic journey back to Ollantaytambo aboard the panoramic Train, which offers stunning views of the Urubamba canyon. Upon your arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station, we’ll be there to meet you and provide a van transfer back to Cusco. We anticipate arriving in Cusco around 5:00 PM.
- Included: Tour guide, roundtrip bus tickets in Machu Picchu, entrance ticket to Machu Picchu, train tickets from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, and transfer from Ollantaytambo station to Cusco city finally back to your hotel
- Not Included: Lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Estancia San Pedro hotel (or a Similar 3-star hotel)
- Walking time: 3 hours
- Considered: Moderate
Day 5: Rainbow Mountain Tour
We will pick you up from your Cusco hotel around 4:30 a.m. We will drive for about 2 hours following the main route till the restaurant, where we will provide you a delicious breakfast. After that we will keep driving until the Trail head. Then, we will hike to Vinicunca Mountain, a moderately difficult hike located in the Ausangate Mountain Range, the highest mountain range in the Cusco area. You will be given a guided tour of Rainbow Mountain’s origins and will have time to take photographs. After that, we will hike back for an hour to the parking área where our Van is waiting fo rus then we will drive back the same way to the restaurant, having lunch. Then we return to Cusco, getting to the hotel around 5 pm.
- Included: Tour guide, meals, Entrance tickets, First Aid Kit, Oxygen tank, Satellite phones, Trekking poles,
- Not included: Dinner
- Accommodation: Estancia San Pedro hotel (or a Similar 3-star hotel)
- Walking time: 4 hours
- Considered: Moderate to challenging
Day 6: Transfer Out
Today, we will take you back to Cusco Airport to catch the flight to Lima or elsewhere. You must be ready there at least two hours before.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Cusco and Sacred Valley
- Private transportation
- Private tour guide.
- Entrance tickets
- Breakfast
- Hotel 2 Nights
- Lunch (Sacred Valley)
INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS
- Pick up from your hotel
- Private transport from your hotel to the train station or bus station
- English speaking professional guide experienced in trekking .
- Private guided tour in Machu Picchu
- Expedition Tourist Train from Ollantaytambo to KM 104 – Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo .
- Admission Tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Archaeological site.
- One night Hotel in Aguas Calientes (hot shower,bathroom, private room )
- Box Lunch
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
- Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu (round trip – day 2)
- Dinner in Aguas Calientes town
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Bus tickets from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (day 1)
- Extra porter (If you need a help with your personal stuff)
- Wayna Picchu Mountain US$65
- Machu Picchu Mountain US $60
- First breakfast (day 1)
- Last lunch at Machu Picchu (day 2)
- Tips for your staff
RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – (Regular service)
- Transport
- Tour guide.
- Entrance tickets
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Hotel
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