--- title: 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with VistadomeTrain lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 537 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 2108 duration_minutes: 2880 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 23 of 62 (Inca Trail Treks) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu-with-vistadometrain/ --- # 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with VistadomeTrain **Guidekin's take:** Visit Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna before reaching the Sun Gate at sunset, then return to Machu Picchu at sunrise. Guiding, citadel buses and a panoramic return train are included; moderate fitness is required and the final lunch is extra. 4.97 from 2108 reviews at €537 per person for 2 days. In our comparison: #23 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the 2-Day Short Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu Journey along the 2-day Short Inca Trail, exploring Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna arriving at the Sun Gate for a unique sunset view of Machu Picchu with fewer crowds, return at sunrise for a peaceful tour, and finish with a panoramic Vistadome train ride for a comfortable and scenic way back. Why You’ll Love This Tour: • Travel with a trusted local tour operator, experts in Inca Trail • Experience Machu Picchu at two times (sunset & sunrise views) • Explore remarkable Inca sites including Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, and Intipunku. • Enjoy freshly prepared meals on the trail crafted by professional chefs. • Relax after your hike with a comfortable stay in a 3-star Aguas Calientes hotel. • Return to Cusco on vistadome panoramic train. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 04:00: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €537 per person - Duration: 2 days - Rating: 4.97/5 from 2108 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: TreXperience - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 04:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.97 from 2108 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2098 of 2108. - 5 stars: 2061 (98%) - 4 stars: 37 (2%) - 3 stars: 5 (0%) - 2 stars: 2 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and trail meals; hotel quality draws mixed feedback. **Praised:** - Guides who explain Inca history and look after the group's needs - Flexible walking pace with breaks and support for slower hikers - Hot trail meals with good options for different diets - Many find tickets, transport and pickups well coordinated - Views along the trail and the approach to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate **Complaints:** - Some find the hotel comfortable, while others say its quality falls short - Some get clear communication, while others report missing advance details or slow replies - Some find the hike manageable, while others find it very strenuous Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2026-08-14 to 2026-11-02); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Train to Km 104 and return on the panoramic Vistadome train - Safety equipment provided, including satellite phone, first-aid kit and oxygen tank - Expert guide for the Inca Trail hike and an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu - Lunch - Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on Day 1, plus round-trip bus service on Day 2 - Dinner - Breakfast - 1 night in a 3-star hotel, shared twin room (2 travelers per room) - Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cusco or the Sacred Valley (Urubamba or Ollantaytambo) - Entrance tickets for both the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu ## Not included - (Optional) Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, they should be booked ahead of time. If you have them, please let us know - (Optional) Last day lunch. It is easily available in Aguas Calientes. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 04:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - 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 - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required - Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants - A current valid passport is required on the day of travel - Bring only a daypack with the essentials for Day 1. A small carry-on bag can be sent to your hotel in Aguas Calientes. ## Compared with other Inca Trail Treks | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 62** | €537 | 2 days | 4.97 (2108) | shared | | [Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu – Return by Vistadome Train](/peru/cusco/tours/inca-trail-4-day-trek-to-machu-picchu-return-by-vistadome-train/?format=md) | €761 | 4 days | 4.99 (11636) | shared | | [2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Vistadome & 4-Star Hotel](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-short-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu-vistadome-4-star-hotel/?format=md) | €533 | 2 days | 4.99 (4074) | shared | | [Inca Trail 4-Day 3-Night Trek to Machu Picchu with Expert Guides](/peru/cusco/tours/inca-trail-4-day-3-night-trek-to-machu-picchu-with-expert-guides/?format=md) | €909 | 4 days | 4.99 (1069) | shared | Ranked #23 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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