Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2D/1N

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(2 reviews)
Cusco, Peru

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The short Inca Trail via Lucmabamba is a secluded Trail in the lush jungle.

DAY 1: Cusco → Lucmabamba → Llactapata → Aguas Calientes
Early van from Cusco via Malaga Pass (5–6 hours drive) to Lucmabamba (~2,085–2,140 m).

After lunch, hike 4–6 hours on the ancient Inca path: moderate-steep ascent through tropical jungle, coffee plantations, waterfalls, exotic birds, and orchids to Llactapata ruins.
Pristine Inca sites (terraces, structures with religious purpose) and epic southeast views of Machu Picchu — a magical unique reveal.
Descend 3 hours to Hidroeléctrica, then walk along the river (2 hours) to Aguas Calientes town. Overnight in a hotel

DAY 2: Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → Return to Cusco
Early bus (6:00 AM) up to Machu Picchu for sunrise views
2–3 hour guided tour of the citadel: temples, terraces, plazas, and mysteries of the "Lost City of the Incas"
Free time to explore

Afternoon train (Expedition) to Ollantaytambo, then van/bus back to Cusco (evening arrival).,

What's Included

Bottled water
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up our travelers from their accommodation.

What to expect

The Short Inca Trail tour is perfect if you are short on time but still want to experience a full day of hiking on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Hike with expert, indigenous guides through the vibrant rainforest & visit the ancient Inca archeological sites of Wiñay Wayna on your way to the Sun Gate entrance of Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts at KM104 instead of KM82 on the Inca Trail. Then we will take you to your hotel in Machu Picchu town at night, at last enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu by an professional expert guide on day two.

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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