---
title: 2 Day - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 637
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.82
reviews: 76
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 59 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/
---

# 2 Day - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

**Guidekin's take:** The shortened Inca Trail combines a day of walking with a visit to Machu Picchu. Rail travel to the trail and back, bus transfers, meals and entry to both the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.82 from 76 reviews at €637 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #59 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The famous Inca Trail, or Camino Inca, is recognized as one of the top 10 treks in the world, boasting diverse cloud forests, pristine alpine tundras, ancient Incan ruins, and a final destination of the legendary, Machu Picchu. On this shortened trek, you will get to enjoy the best parts of the Inca Trail, condensed in a one day hike.the trek is for those who have less time or want a less arduous trek. This trek is perfect for families and hikers of all ages.

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €637 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 76 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Inca Path Tour Operator
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.82 from 76 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 73 of 76.

- 5 stars: 71 (93%)
- 4 stars: 2 (3%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (4%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable, patient guides, but some report that the booked Inca Trail hike was replaced or omitted

**Praised:**
- Guides who explain Inca history clearly and in depth
- Patient hiking support and a pace adapted to the group
- Scenery along the trail and views of Machu Picchu
- Comfortable hotels and enjoyable meals

**Complaints:**
- Some report that their booked Inca Trail hike was omitted or replaced after payment
- The hike can be physically demanding

Written by Guidekin from the 41 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2019-12-29 to 2026-10-22); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- First aid kit
- Lunch
- Transfer by bus from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and CONSETTUR bus (Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes)
- Dinner
- Train to Km. 104 and return to Ollantaytambo (EXPEDITIONS) and VAN Ollantaytambo – Cusco
- Breakfast
- Professional Guide (English - Spanish)

## Not included

- walking stick (optional)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

## Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #59 of 62** | €637 | 2 days | 4.82 (76) | 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 #59 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €428 to €5668, median €790; typical length 4 days. 16 of 62 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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