Visit Machu Picchu! With our Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Tour! This 2-day journey offers a remarkable experience, making it one of the best choices for travelers seeking to discover and immerse themselves in the treasures, nature, and history of the Inca Culture. This innovative tourism route provides the opportunity to walk the ancestral paths of the Incas, but in a shorter version. You'll have the chance to enjoy breathtaking landscapes, learn about the history and culture of the region through guided tours, and visit some of the main archaeological sites in the area.
Variety is the spice of life! This tour includes hiking, a tour to Machu Picchu, bus, and train. It's a tour that encompasses a multitude of experiences. Embrace all the options that CuscoPeru.com has for you on this unforgettable Cusco to Machu Picchu Inca Trail Tour.
Our 2-Day, 1-Night Inca Trail Tour to the Machu Picchu citadel begins very early, around 3:30 a.m. We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the train station in Ollantaytambo, providing personalized service. It's in Ollantaytambo where we board the 5:00 a.m. train that will take us to Km. 104. The Inca Trail is a tour with a physical level of 2/5 suitable for ages 12 and above, and for those with adaptable physical conditions. It's for adventurous visitors who want to take on the challenge of the short Inca Trail – perfect for those who don't wish to undertake the traditional 4-day trek but still want to experience this unique journey to Machu Picchu, declared one of the SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD.
We will disembark the train at kilometer 104 to begin our hike. After crossing the bridge, we'll reach the RUTA 05 entrance checkpoint. Our first stop is Chachabamba, and along the route, we'll pass by the impressive Phuyuwachi Waterfall, a natural water formation originating from the heights of Phuyupatamarka. Here, we'll observe a variety of wild flora and native birds. After a hike of approximately 4 hours, we'll reach Wiñayhuayna, an astounding archaeological site featuring Inca terraces. Continuing our hike, we'll arrive at Intipunku (Sun Gate), offering a breathtaking view of Machu Picchu. From here, we descend to the citadel to take the classic photo and marvel at this global tourist attraction. Concluding our Inca Trail journey, we'll take a bus to Aguas Calientes, where we'll transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight hotel stay in Aguas Calientes.
This route is a fascinating destination in the world, boasting astonishing geography that encompasses different archaeological attractions, landscapes, and climates. Over time, this has given rise to a diverse range of plants, animals, and insects that populate our mountains and jungles.
In the early morning, we'll have breakfast at the hotel and then take the bus that will transport us to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The bus ride takes approximately 25 minutes, arriving at Machu Picchu.
We'll start the guided tour of one of the 7 Modern Wonders of the World. Its design includes areas like agricultural terraces or platforms, which are held in place by stone retaining walls, and the hydraulic system that features canals and aqueducts for water transport. Machu Picchu is considered a marvel of agricultural engineering. The Inca city is part of a much larger area, covering over 35,000 hectares. It's a significant tourist attraction that welcomes 1.5 million visitors each year, radiating energy through its beauty and grandeur.
In the afternoon, we'll board the return train to Ollantaytambo, where we'll pick you up from the station and transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
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Our tour starts early, and we will pick you up at around 3:30 a.m. from your hotel in Cusco. We will then transfer you to the train station in the district of Ollantaytambo, where we will board the 5:00 a.m. train. The train journey will take approximately 90 minutes, during which you can enjoy the Andean landscapes surrounding the Sacred Valley and a view of the Vilcanota River. The geography in this area is astonishing, providing a space for ornithologists, biologists, doctors, scientists, and nature lovers to discover the diverse plants, animals, and insects that have evolved over time in the archaeological sites, landscapes, and climates.
We will stop at KM 104 in CHACHABAMBA, where we will cross the bridge and enter the Inca trail network. At this point, our experienced and authorized guide from SERNANP will provide a brief explanation. After checking our tickets and passports for entrance control, we will begin trekking along the sacred path, uphill, until we reach the first archaeological site. Here, we will enjoy a beautiful view of the Chachabamba archaeological site and Choquesuysuy, a small archaeological group belonging to Machu Picchu that is hidden in the surrounding semi-tropical forest.
After visiting this archaeological site, we will continue our ascent, encountering orchids, mushrooms, a variety of epiphytes (plants that grow on other plants attached to the trunks and branches of trees and shrubs), and lithophytes (plants that grow on rocks) due to the inter-Andean climate and air vaporization typical of the tropical forest. Along the way, we will have the first panoramic view of Wiñaywayna with beautiful viewpoints. During the journey, we will pass by the grand Phuyuwachi waterfall, a natural water formation that originates from the heights of Phuyupatamarka. Here, we will observe a variety of wild flora and native birds of the region. After approximately 4 hours of walking, we will arrive at Wiñayhuayna, situated at an altitude of 2650 meters and 5 km southeast of Machu Picchu. It is an archaeological site with a ceremonial and productive complex, featuring architectural distribution belonging to the Inca culture. It served as a control access point to Machu Picchu. The name Wiñaywayna comes from an orchid that is abundant in the area.
After recharging our energy, we will continue our journey towards Intipunku, also known as the "Sun Gate". This gate marks the entrance to the Machu Picchu citadel. Once you arrive there, you can embrace the joy and satisfaction of completing the Inca trail. After this special moment, it is important to take some time to rest and relax. You will be able to admire the beauty of the place and explore the panoramic views of Machu Picchu and its surroundings from this privileged point. Machu Picchu is a place full of mystery and charm, and the first view from Intipunku will surely be impressive. You can appreciate the majesty of the mountains, the lush vegetation, and the fascinating architecture of the citadel. Make sure to take the necessary time to absorb all the beauty that surrounds you and enjoy this unique experience. Remember that Machu Picchu is an important and sacred archaeological site, so it is essential to treat it with respect and care. Enjoy your visit and make the most of this opportunity to connect with the history and culture of the Incas.
After completing our Inca trail, we will descend to take the buses that will transport us to Aguas Calientes. Once settled in your accommodation in the town of Aguas Calientes, you can stroll through its streets, visit restaurants or cafes, and enjoy the thermal baths that this picturesque town offers. However, don't forget to rest early to start our tour to the Machu Picchu sanctuary the next day.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Very early in the morning, we will transfer to the bus station to ascend to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The journey takes 25 minutes, and we will finally arrive to appreciate the breathtaking sunrise. We will begin the guided tour of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Our guide will share with you the history and architecture of the citadel, and you will be amazed by the constructions of the Cusqueños (Incas) and the natural environment that surrounds them. Machu Picchu is a marvel of engineering, art, and architecture in perfect harmony with nature. The citadel includes an agricultural and urban area consisting of plazas, temples, roads, stairways, terraces, aqueducts, among others. Its design encompasses areas such as agricultural terraces or platforms, which are held in place by stone retaining walls, and the hydraulic system that includes canals and aqueducts for water transport. Machu Picchu is considered a marvel of agricultural engineering. The Inca city is part of a much larger area called the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, which covers an area of over 35,000 hectares and is an important tourist attraction that welcomes 1.5 million visitors each year. It is a wonder of the world that fills you with energy through its beauty and majesty.
We will return to Aguas Calientes by bus, and in the afternoon, we will have time for lunch and to share our experiences. In the afternoon, we will board the train heading to the Ollantaytambo station, where we will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco, arriving at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Overnight in Cusco.
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Hotel Wiracocha Inn - Hotel Seven Mapi - Hotel Usgar Machupicchu Boutique, in Aguas Calientes.
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Hotel La Retama - Hotel Flower's House - Hotel Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu, in Aguas Calientes.
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Hotel Intipunku Machupicchu and Hatun Inti Classic - Hotel Tara Machu Picchu, in Aguas Calientes.
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4* Hotel
Hotel Taypikala - Hotel Jaya - Hotel Tierra Viva - Hotel Casa Andina, in Aguas Calientes.
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