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title: 2-Day Private Tour of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 609
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.99
reviews: 145
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 10 of 62 (Inca Trail Treks)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-private-tour-of-the-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu/
---

# 2-Day Private Tour of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

**Guidekin's take:** Follow the Inca Trail to Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for a view of Machu Picchu on a private tour for your party. A guide, selected meals, two citadel bus trips and a return train to Ollantaytambo are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.99 from 145 reviews at €609 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #10 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

It is the perfect choice for families, first-time hikers, or anyone wanting a shorter, yet equally breathtaking Inca Trail experience. Unlike the classic 4-day trek, this carefully designed route offers a manageable hike with stunning scenery, fascinating archaeological sites, and rich Andean flora and fauna, all leading to the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu.

With expert guidance and a well-paced itinerary, you will experience the essence of the Inca Trail without the long commitment. Don’t leave Cusco without experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime trek. Book now and walk in the footsteps of the Inca!

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 05:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €609 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Rating: 4.99/5 from 145 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Inkayni Peru Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 05:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.99 from 145 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 145 of 145.

- 5 stars: 143 (99%)
- 4 stars: 2 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise patient, knowledgeable guides and smooth logistics; steep stairs make the hike demanding for some

**Praised:**
- Guides who explain Inca history and identify plants and wildlife
- Patient pacing with breaks, encouragement and help on difficult sections
- Smooth coordination of hotel pickups, tickets and transport connections
- Guides who take photos throughout the hike and site visit
- Views along the trail and visits to additional Inca ruins

**Complaints:**
- Steep stairs and uphill sections made the hike demanding for some

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-10-07 to 2026-09-11); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Return transportation by train until Ollantaytambo
- First aid kit
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 2 bus journeys between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes
- Breakfast
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+
- Return transportation by bus to Cusco

## Not included

- Water
- Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 2
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 05:00
- 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

- 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
- We offer daily departures on the Inca Trail (excluding February when the trail is closed because of its maintenance)
- If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know
- 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

## Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #10 of 62** | €609 | 2 days | 4.99 (145) | private |
| [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 #10 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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