2-day short inca trail to machu picchu

The Inca Trail is the most iconic hike on the continent, and possibly the planet. This 2-day trip is ideal for travellers short on time or looking for a less challenging trek.

On this trip you'll spend 1 day trekking through the the Andes and 1 day exploring Machu Picchu. You'll walk the very pathways created by the Incas centuries ago through high mountain passes, from ancient ruin to ancient ruin, and down into orchid dotted cloud forests all the way to the mystical Inti Punku Sun Gate. Along the way you'll get stunning views of distant snowy peaks and valley rivers. And just like the Incas, your trek will culminate by passing through the Sun Gate and arriving at the awe-inspiring lost city of Machu Picchu. You'll be accompanied the whole way by one of our expert guides who'll share with you the fascinating history of everything you discover on your trek.

There's no more special way of experiencing the world wonder of Machu Picchu than by immersing yourself in its landscapes and trekking there the way the Incas once did, True Peru invites you on the journey of a lifetime.

Day 1

Morning train from Cusco to 104KM

Trek to Chachabamba

Trek to Inca site of Wiayhuayna

Trek to Inti Punku Sun Gate to see sunset over Machu Picchu

Trek to Aguas Calientes

Hostel in Aguas Calientes

Hiking time: 6 hours

Total distance: 12 km

Day 2

Breakfast in hotel

5.30am bus to Machu Picchu

2.5 hour tour of Machu Picchu

Bus to Aguas Calientes

Hiking time: 2.5 hours total

Distance: 4 km

All meals included.

Make sure you bring your original passport and ISIC student card (if applicable)!

Due to its popularity, permits for the Classic Inca Trail are sometimes old out, we recommend you book in advance. If this package is unavailable, check out our alternative Lares Trek and Salkantay Jungle Trek!