Short Inca Trail To Machu Picchu With Camping 2 Days
Trip Type: Hiking, adventure, history, culture and nature
Trip Length: 2 Days/ 1 Nights
Group Size: 2-10 Hikers
Difficulty Level: Easy-Moderate hike.
Weather: Hot and humid
Hiking Distance: 20 km
OVERVIEW
Discover Peru through the eyes of the Incas, hiking one of Cuzco’s most picturesque natural wonders. Hike along a section of the historic Inca Trail, where the Inca pilgrims did the same hundreds of years ago. You will have the privilege of exploring Inca ruins above the cloud forest of the historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and breath fresh air around the holy mountains. This short Inca Trail is the perfect tour-and-trekking opportunity for families or for those who are short of time but still want to experience the magnificent approach to Machu Picchu. This picture show us one of the Incan farming laboratories used to manage hundreds of potato and corn crops on the sweeping mountainside. As well as you will spend the overnight at a campsite surrounded by semitropical forests and able to star gazing some stars or even satellites.
Would you like a remote experience in the Andes? If so, this is the trek for you!
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Km 104- Wiñayhuayna- Sun Gate-Machu Picchu-Puente Ruinas
Early morning pick up from your hotel or accommodation at 4:00 am/ 5:30 am in Cusco, then we will transfer you to the train station in Ollantaytambo, then you will have an hour and 20-minute ride by Expedition train to the trailhead at KM 104 (2,050m/6,927ft) where your hiking journey will begin and show your passport at the first checkpoint. . Following you will have snack to go before start your hike. Afterwards, you will initiate gradually hiking upwards as you head for the Classic Inca Trail far above. It will take around 3.5 hours to the remnant archaeological site of Wiñay Wayna (2,650m/8747ft) where you will have box lunch nearby here. Along the way, you will explore Inkan sites, enjoy stunning Andean landscapes, and gaze down the spectacular, sheer mountainside, plunging down to the Urubamba River. After enjoying your lunch you will continue onward towards the mystic Sun Gate (2,730m/9,007ft) for 1.5 hour more. Once you get there, you will finally get your first spectacular view of Machu Picchu. As you move closer to the Inca citadel you will enjoy views of the mysterious ruins accompanied by sunset. And finally you will take the 25-minute bus ride to the campsite of Puente Ruinas, where you will spend your night nearby.
Meals included: Lunch and dinner (Camping), Snacks to go, Happy hours (hot teas, such as Coca tea, coffee, Chocolate, Popcorn, etc.) prepared by our chef.
Accommodation: At Campsite
Hiking Distance: 12 Km /7.4 miles (6 to 7 hours)
Note: If your accommodation is located in Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo or Urubamba town, we will come to your hotel to pick you up around 5:30 AM/6:30 A.M.
Day 2: Puente Ruinas-Private Machu Picchu Tour. Return to Cusco.
Day 2 will be one of the more remarkable and busy day, because you will visit one of the 7 new wonders in the world and thus, after enjoying your delish breakfast, you will need to wake up early and will walk to Aguas Calientes town in order to go up to Machu Picchu sanctuary with your guide by bus and you will have a memorable walking tour through the “lost city of the Incas” and let yourself be swept away by the magical landscape that surrounds this important ruin. You will have 3 hours guided tour by your speaking English guide. Finish up with last photos and then return to Aguas Calientes town for the return trip to Cusco. Note: you will take your train at 14:55/15:20 for the return trip with the Expedition train to the Ollantaytambo train station where you will catch our private van back to Cusco and your hotel. You can expect to arrive at your hotel by 19:00 pm.
Meals included: Only breakfast at Campsite.
Hiking Distance: 2.2 Km and walking tour in MP for 3 hours
Upgrade options: Climb Huayna Picchu for views over the ruins or add an extra day in Machu Picchu.
- Inca trail is celebrated by UNESCO as World Cultural Heritage Site.
- Inca Trail Trek is known as one of the world’s top ten hikes.
- Starting the Inca Trail at KM104, seeing the best that the trail has to offer while reducing the time spent hiking.
- Overnight stays in comfortable hotels along the trail route, to give you the opportunity to rest your hardworking body and make use of all amenities.
- Enjoying panoramic views of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate” and your camping at the foot of Machu Picchu.
- A private guided tour of the key sites of Machu Picchu, with free time to further explore at your leisure.
- Enjoy beautiful and diverse plants (Orchids) and animals along the short Inca Trail
- Explore the astonishing the lost city of the Incas Machu Picchu.
- Create your unforgettable trip to Machu Picchu via PeruRail or Inca Rail Train.
Included
- Pre-departure briefing in our office or your hotel.
- Accommodation: 1 night of accommodation in a nice campsite (Puente Ruinas) Upgrading to a four-star hotel is possible.
- Camping equipment: Dining and kitchen tents, 4 man tents for 2 people, Portable toilet tent, tables, chairs, and cooking equipment (all carried by porters).
- Inflatable mattress: Thermarest air mattresses that are 3 inches thick and add a lot of comfort to sleep and rest.
- Pillow, rain ponchos and duffel bag.
- Sleeping bag
- Trekking Chef: A chef specialized in cooking on the trail, with an assistant to prepare all of your delicious meals along the journey to replenish your energy.
- Porters: On days 1 and 2 porters will carry all camping equipment and your personal baggage allowance (7 kgs/15.4 lbs). On day 1 your duffel bags will be carried by car or train to your destination.
- Food: Inca Vision Tours will make sure you enjoy delicious, well- balanced and energetic food on the way to Machu Picchu. A box lunch will be provided at the Wiñay Wayna ruins. A scrumptuous dinner will be served at Campsite in Puente Ruinas. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your campsite. You may request vegetarian or vegan options.
- Products for hygiene: You will be provided with a small towel, soap and hand sanitizer before each meal to clean your hands.
- Permits for short Inca Trail: Your permits are immediately purchased upon receipt of your booking details and deposit. These permits are for a specific date and in your name. They cannot be changed once confirmed. Only your passport number is allowed to be updated.
- Transportation: All transportation provided for this trek. You will be picked up directly from your Cuzco place of accommodation between 4:00 A.M. and 5:30 A.M., and be driven to the trail head. Three (3) Bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. One (1) roundtrip train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes; Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo/Poroy will be on the Expedition Class train. UPGRADE to the Vistadome Class train for $70 per person. Once you arrive at the train station, our vehicle will take you back to your hotel in Cusco (Day 2).
- Professional Guides: English-speaking, professional, university educated guides.
- Water & snack:We will give you a bottle of water and snack for your morning hike. We suggest to bring your camel bag and extra energy drinks and bars for this trek, because being well hydrated is the key to feeling great in the mountains.
- First-aid kit: Our guides have received training in first aid from Physicians. Our guides will bring emergency oxygen bottle and OTC medicines as well.
Not Included
- Last Day: Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
- Walking Sticks (Pair): $10
- Huayna Picchu: $75 USD and Machu Picchu Mountain $75 USD: Huayna Picchu:Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep if you are scared of heights. You would do this after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $75. Right now, to walk up to Machu Picchu Mountain it will take 3 hours round trip and the cost is the same $75. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance due to popularity. Please understand that the weather is out of our control.
- Additional costsor delays out of control of the management (landscape, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, altitude sickness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.).
This short Inca Trail with camping is available almost all year, this tour is CLOSED only in February every year due to heavy rainy season and landslides during this month. On the other hand, Peru usually celebrates annual festivities, special events, special occasions and activities such as: The Feast of the Sun, Easter Sunday procession, Folkloric Parade, Carnival, Christmas Day, Bullfighting, and so on, occasionally, unforeseen events such as: Solar and Lunar eclipses would be a surprising experience for you. For this reasons, Inca Vision Agency guarantees your departure dates. BOOK now! Only your confirmation is needed.
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Availability Dates: All year around, except (February)
January 1st.
February or March (Variable Sunday)
March or April 1st to 8th.
June 24th
July 28th and 29th.
October 31st.
November 1ST and 2nd.
December 24th and 25th.
- Passport (Very important).
- Valid, STUDENT CARD (if you booked as a student).
- Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru).
- Good daypack (the smaller, the better).
- 2L Camelbaks or water bottles
- Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles).
- 1 Wicking/Hiking Shirt & hiking pants.
- Nice shirt and pants for Machu Picchu day – remember you will always treasure these photos, wear something you love.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho.
- Bathing suits for the hot springs (Optional on your own in Aguas Calientes).
- Sun protection cream, sun hat and sunglasses.
- Insect Repellent.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Camera/ Cellphone
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips.
We require a deposit of 50% of the total price per person for any tours or treks. The deposit can be made via PayPal or Western Union. If you rent camping and hiking gear, upgrade tours or receive a discount of the total price our sales team will email you the updated remaining balance payable at our Cusco office.
For shared service (Group Tour)
- $ 570 USD per person (2 people minimum)
For private service (Private Tour) are based on group size:
- 1 Person: $ 980 USD per person
- 2 People: $ 675 USD per person
- 3 People: $ 590 USD per person
- 4 People: $ 550 USD per person
- 5 People: $ 530 USD per person
- 6 People: $ 512 USD per person
Note.
- If you book this tour for more than 2 people, ask for it and get a discount for this tour.
- 17 years old or less, the discount is $25 USD
- If you book this tour as a private service, then it includes Vistadome /Panoramic Train 360° train on the way back to Cusco.
Pay with PayPal
Please note that PayPal charge a fee of 5.5 % (only for online deposits) which the client is responsible for. The fee is for the use of PayPal’s secure payment gateway. Please send your deposit to incavisiontours@gmail.com and notify us after payment has made through PayPal.
Discounts:
Student Discount: US$25 (Requires Studen Card to qualify (and be NO older than 25 Years Old)
Under 18’s Discount: US$25
Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. For those using an university student card to receive the discount, or booking children 17-years-old or younger, we need a copy of their passport at booking time. Please send all to incavisiontours@gmail.com
Optional Extras Not Included (Need to book in Advance):
There are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices.
Huayna Picchu: $75 per person
Machu Picchu Mountain: $75 per person
Vistadome Train (one way): $70 per person
Extra Night at Aguas Calientes: Depends on the type of Hotel desired(Need to book in advance).
Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45-minute hike up to the top. Going back down is quite steep if you are scared of heights. You should do this after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $75. Right now, to walk up to Machu Picchu Mountain it will take 3 hours round trip and the cost is the same $75. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance due to popularity. Please understand that the weather is out of our control.
Hotel: If you are doing overnight tours or treks that lead to Machu Picchu, you will be provided accommodation in a 3 star ★★★ hotel (Intipunku hotel or similar) in Aguas Calientes. For upgrades or cancellation, please enter your request in the special request box above. If you are booking a Peru Package Tour for 5 or more days, please contact our sales team.
Room Types: Matrimonial (1 bed for 2 people); Double (2 single beds), Single (1 bed for 1 person). If you wish to add extra beds, please specify in the special request box above.
Train: If you are doing tours or treks that lead to Machu Picchu. Expedition train is included from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo/Poroy or vice versa. To upgrade to Vistadome Train, $70 pp or Vistadome Train round trip, $125 pp. Please enter in the special request box above.