SHORT INCA TRAIL TREK 2 DAYS
SHORT INCA TRAIL TREK 2 DAYS
Up to 25 in group
2 Days Package (1 nights)
Retreat Highlights
- Unique Andean scenary.
- get to know the indigenous people.
- spiritual connection and focus on holistic wellness.
- hike with the most representative animals of the Peruvian andes, LLamas.
- Meditation in the nature.
- waterfalls and blue Lakes.
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Explore the Short Inca Trail: Orchids, Andean Flavors, and Machu Picchu
The short Inca Trail (a two-day trek) to Machu Picchu is a route that’s perfect for nature lovers; along this route, we will be able to observe the different types of wild orchids, as well as animals in their natural habitat. You will have an incredible experience in a shorter period, so you will visit Machu Picchu up to two times. During your trek along the Short Inca Trail, we will offer you a box lunch prepared by our chef who specializes in typical food of the region; the food is made with organic products grown on our farm, and your food will be based on your energy requirements for the Short Inca Trail. During your visit on the second day, you will be able to climb the famous Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (for an additional cost). Come and explore this oasis of orchids!
Wari Tours is an indigenous-Local - Sustainable Company and an official tour operator of the Inca trail to Machu Picchu.
A Private Journey Designed Just for You
Whether you’re a couple, a family, or a close group of friends, this is more than a tour — it’s a personalized Andean experience created exclusively for you.
The short Inca Trail (a two-day trek) to Machu Picchu is a route that’s perfect for nature lovers; along this route, we will be able to observe the different types of wild orchids, as well as animals in their natural habitat. You will have an incredible experience in a shorter period, so you will visit Machu Picchu up to two times. During your trek along the Short Inca Trail, we will offer you a box lunch prepared by our chef who specializes in typical food of the region; the food is made with organic products grown on our farm, and your food will be based on your energy requirements for the Short Inca Trail. During your visit on the second day, you will be able to climb the famous Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (for an additional cost). Come and explore this oasis of orchids!
Wari Tours is an indigenous-Local - Sustainable Company and an official tour operator of the Inca trail to Machu Picchu.
A Private Journey Designed Just for You
Whether you’re a couple, a family, or a close group of friends, this is more than a tour — it’s a personalized Andean experience created exclusively for you.
Schedule
Day 1: Cusco - km 104 - Wiñay Wayna site - Aguas Calientes
Through the Sun Gate to the Majestic Machu Picchu
Our private van will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco or Urubamba and take you to the train station in Ollantaytambo. We will travel for an hour and a half on a scenic train route before arriving at the beginning of km 104, the trailhead (Chachabamba ruins). In route, you will understand why the Incas called this place "the Sacred Valley". Snow-capped mountains tower above green fields. We will continue to descend into the high jungle or cloud forest and see the Urubamba River flowing through this picturesque landscape. At the trailhead, km 104, we will be near the registration point and the beginning of the Short Inca Trail. Our first archaeological complex will be the site of Chachabamba (2050 m), which is a masterfully built construction in an awe-inspiring location. A 3-hour hike uphill will take us to the magnificent archaeological center called Wiñay Wayna (2650m). This will be our lunch spot for the day. Our journey continues through the semi-tropical forest for 2 hours until we reach Intipunku, the mystical Sun Gate, which will offer us our first panoramic view of the Machu Picchu site! You will see how beautifully the Incas placed this citadel between the mountain peaks, the green Sacred Valley, and the beautiful Urubamba River. Another 30 minutes of walking will take us to the citadel, where we will have the opportunity to take pictures and enjoy the sunset. Then, a bus will take us to Aguas Calientes (2030m), where we will spend the night.
Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
Steps: 19,440 approx steps
Hours of Hiking: 6–7 hours
Lowest altitude: 2,030 m / 6,660 ft (Aguas Calientes)
Highest altitude: 2,720 m / 8,923 ft (Inti Punku – Sun Gate)
Elevation gain: Approx. 670 m / 2,198 ft
Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Climate: Dry – Humid Forest (May – Nov) / Humid Forest – Subtropical (Nov – Mar)
Difficulty: Moderate
Circuit to explore in Machu Picchu
Circuit 1: Enjoy the most iconic panoramic views of the Inca citadel.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu - Cusco
Unforgettable Panoramas from Machu Picchu Mountain
After a warm breakfast at the hotel, we will take an early bus to Machu Picchu; we will climb for an hour and a half until we reach the mountain of Machu Picchu to have a panoramic view of the whole Inca Citadel. Then you will have a 2 to 3-hour tour to learn all about the past of this sacred city and the opportunity to explore and admire the ingenuity of the Incas. Afterward, we will head back to Aguas Calientes by bus and to Cusco by train.
Distance: 4 km / 2.4 miles
Steps: 6,480 approx steps
Hours of hiking: 4–5 hours
Lowest altitude: 2,040 m / 6,692 ft (Aguas Calientes)
Highest altitude: 3,082 m / 10,111 ft (Machu Picchu Mountain)
Elevation gain: 1,042 m
Climate: Dry – Humid Forest (May – Nov) / Humid Forest – Subtropical (Nov – Mar)
Difficulty: Easy
Circuit to explore in Machu Picchu
Circuit 3: Explore its main temples, terraces, and most representative sacred sites.
A perfect combination that gives you a nearly complete Machu Picchu experience.
Through the Sun Gate to the Majestic Machu Picchu
Our private van will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco or Urubamba and take you to the train station in Ollantaytambo. We will travel for an hour and a half on a scenic train route before arriving at the beginning of km 104, the trailhead (Chachabamba ruins). In route, you will understand why the Incas called this place "the Sacred Valley". Snow-capped mountains tower above green fields. We will continue to descend into the high jungle or cloud forest and see the Urubamba River flowing through this picturesque landscape. At the trailhead, km 104, we will be near the registration point and the beginning of the Short Inca Trail. Our first archaeological complex will be the site of Chachabamba (2050 m), which is a masterfully built construction in an awe-inspiring location. A 3-hour hike uphill will take us to the magnificent archaeological center called Wiñay Wayna (2650m). This will be our lunch spot for the day. Our journey continues through the semi-tropical forest for 2 hours until we reach Intipunku, the mystical Sun Gate, which will offer us our first panoramic view of the Machu Picchu site! You will see how beautifully the Incas placed this citadel between the mountain peaks, the green Sacred Valley, and the beautiful Urubamba River. Another 30 minutes of walking will take us to the citadel, where we will have the opportunity to take pictures and enjoy the sunset. Then, a bus will take us to Aguas Calientes (2030m), where we will spend the night.
Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
Steps: 19,440 approx steps
Hours of Hiking: 6–7 hours
Lowest altitude: 2,030 m / 6,660 ft (Aguas Calientes)
Highest altitude: 2,720 m / 8,923 ft (Inti Punku – Sun Gate)
Elevation gain: Approx. 670 m / 2,198 ft
Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Climate: Dry – Humid Forest (May – Nov) / Humid Forest – Subtropical (Nov – Mar)
Difficulty: Moderate
Circuit to explore in Machu Picchu
Circuit 1: Enjoy the most iconic panoramic views of the Inca citadel.
Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu - Cusco
Unforgettable Panoramas from Machu Picchu Mountain
After a warm breakfast at the hotel, we will take an early bus to Machu Picchu; we will climb for an hour and a half until we reach the mountain of Machu Picchu to have a panoramic view of the whole Inca Citadel. Then you will have a 2 to 3-hour tour to learn all about the past of this sacred city and the opportunity to explore and admire the ingenuity of the Incas. Afterward, we will head back to Aguas Calientes by bus and to Cusco by train.
Distance: 4 km / 2.4 miles
Steps: 6,480 approx steps
Hours of hiking: 4–5 hours
Lowest altitude: 2,040 m / 6,692 ft (Aguas Calientes)
Highest altitude: 3,082 m / 10,111 ft (Machu Picchu Mountain)
Elevation gain: 1,042 m
Climate: Dry – Humid Forest (May – Nov) / Humid Forest – Subtropical (Nov – Mar)
Difficulty: Easy
Circuit to explore in Machu Picchu
Circuit 3: Explore its main temples, terraces, and most representative sacred sites.
A perfect combination that gives you a nearly complete Machu Picchu experience.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Accommodation
3 nights camping 1 night hotel
Program Price
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Camping
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
- Briefing session
- Permits and tickets Inca trail trek
- Entry Ticket to Machu Picchu Archaeological Site
- Experienced Tour Guide
- Private tourist van for transportation to the beginning of the Short Inca trail (Ollantaytambo)
- Expedition train leaving Ollantaytambo in the morning (day 1)
- Expedition train leaving Aguas Calientes in the afternoon (day 2)
- Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes (day 1)
- Bus round-trip (day 2)
- Pick up from the train station and transfer to the Hotel in Cusco or Urubamba
- Accommodation
- 3-star hotel for one night (Aguas calientes)
- Specialized Mountain Chef
- Box lunch (Day 1)
- Nice dinner (Day 1)
- Breakfast (Day 2)
- Safety & Emergency Gear
What's Not Included
- Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (Optional)
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Lunch (Day 2)
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