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2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

5.0 · 54 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Andean Path Travel Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Walk the Inca Trail via Wiñay Wayna before visiting Machu Picchu.

A hotel night, guide, trains, return buses, entry and one lunch are included; moderate fitness is needed, and dinner and the final day's lunch are extra. 4.96 from 54 reviews at €619 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #46 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €619 per adult.

Included and not included

  • One night hotel
  • Transport
  • Train tickets
  • One lunch
  • Bus ticket round trip
  • Guide
  • Machu Picchu fee
  • One dinner
  • Last day lunch

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.

Reviews

5.0
54 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 53 of 54

Star breakdown of all 54 ratings

5 stars
53 · 98%
4 stars
0 · 0%
3 stars
1 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise thorough planning and patient, knowledgeable guides; the hike can still be physically demanding.

Praised

  • Clear communication and detailed briefings before departure
  • Well coordinated transport, tickets, meals and accommodation
  • Knowledgeable explanations of Inca history and local wildlife
  • Patient guides who adapt the pace and encourage struggling hikers
  • Help finding photo spots and taking photos along the trail

Complaints

  • The hiking can be physically demanding, with some walkers struggling on the climbs

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (14 November 2021 to 13 March 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
Runs daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Andean Path Travel; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • 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

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Good to know

  • Food included One lunch

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #46 of 62€6192 days4.96 (54)shared
Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu – Return by Vistadome Train€7614 days4.99 (11636)shared
2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Vistadome & 4-Star Hotel€5332 days4.99 (4074)shared
Inca Trail 4-Day 3-Night Trek to Machu Picchu with Expert Guides€9094 days4.99 (1069)shared

Ranked #46 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. Compare all 62 Inca Trail Treks

From €619 per adult