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2-Day Inca Trail Express Trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco

4.915 reviewsMachu Picchu

  • 48 hours
  • 2 languages
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable journey from the ancient city of Cusco to the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu. Traverse scenic mountain paths, explore enigmatic ruins, and uncover the cultural richness of the Inca civilization. This adventure offers a harmonious blend of adventure and history, culminating in breathtaking views that are bound to leave an indelible mark on your soul. Highlights: Trek from KM 104 to the mystical Inti Punku Discover the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu Traverse through historical Inca ruins Experience local life in Aguas Calientes

Inclusions

What's included

  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Train Ollantaytambo - KM 104 (starting point of trek)
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Entry fee to Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
  • Breakfast
  • Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 4
  • Train Transfer Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
  • Professional Bilingual Guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour
  • 1-night 3* Hotel Accommodation at Aguas Calientes
  • Tourist Bus Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes on Day 1
  • Cuzco Accommodation Pick-Up
  • Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu on Day 2
  • Round Trip Bus Cuzco - Ollantaytambo

What's not

  • Accommodation in Cusco
  • Airport pick-up (please make your own way)
  • Bottled Water
  • Day 1 Breakfast, Day 2 Lunch
  • Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
  • Note: Prices for optional activities are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Please confirm these prices before departing on the trek
  • Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
  • Optional Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
  • Tips (Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you received. It is customary to give tips in Latin America, however it is NOT mandatory. If you do wish to give a tip these are our recommended guidelines.) Guides: 20-30 soles per guide per trekker
  • Trekking Poles

Cancellation

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

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Operated by
Bamba Travel
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Accommodation options: Single travellers will share a room with another traveller & couples will have a private room.
  • Departure dates for trek: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday (Daily departures with a group of 4 or more)
  • Don't forget the essentials: Original passport, visa (if applicable), insurance card, personal medications
  • Important: You must provide the following information upon booking: Full name (exactly as it appears on the passport), Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Date of Passport Expiry - Must be valid for at least 6 months past the date of travel. Without this information, the local tour operator will be unable to make the booking. Please be aware that your complete and correct passport information must be provided. Absolutely no modifications can be made once your booking has been confirmed. Any changes or discrepancies in the information provided will result in a complete loss of permits and entrance tickets, for which you will be held responsible and will need to pay for again
  • Note: No Departures in February due to unfavorable climatic conditions
  • Physical requirements: This hike is Moderate - an 8 miles trail mostly uphill, with 550 meters of uphill that might be difficult for people who are afraid of heights
  • Suggested packing list: Bring or Rent in Cusco: hiking poles, rain pants, rain poncho, trekking boots, sandals, warm socks, sweater, thermals, hat, gloves, sun hat, sun block, sun glasses, flashlight/torch, camera, extra batteries and memory card (there is limited to no electricity available during the trek), waterproof bags for your camera, hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit, water bottle. Bring extra cash for snacks, water, gatorade which doubles or triples in price along the trail.

How it compares in Cusco

  • Its from-price is 388% above the median of the 4460 experiences we list in Cusco.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 887 of 4460.

About Cusco

Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.

The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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