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2 Days Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with hotel

5.0 · 80 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by MACHU PICCHU VIAJES PERU
Duration
2 days
Group
Shared tour · private option available
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
05:30 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Visit Winawayna and Chachabamba, then reach the Sun Gate on a private tour for your party.

A hotel night in Aguas Calientes, lunch and return Machu Picchu bus tickets are included; at least two people must book. 4.99 from 80 reviews at €683 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #19 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Inca Trail - Group TourThe page priceHotel 3*** included Group guided tour: Group between 8 to 10 people Lunch, Breakfast and Dinner Expedition Train round trip Transportation: Comfortable group bus Pickup included€683 for 2+ people
Inca Trail - Private TourHotel 3*** included. Customized Private tour: Private Guided Tour Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Expedition Train round trip Transportation: Comfortable Private Van Pickup included€729 for 2+ people

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.

Included and not included

  • Transportation Ollantaytambo - Cusco.
  • 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes town 3***
  • Transfer to the hotel at the end of the tour.
  • Pick up and Transfers from hotel to the train station.
  • Bus ticket Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes (round trip).
  • Lunch
  • Train ticket from Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo.
  • First aid kit and oxygen bottle
  • Dinner
  • Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
  • Professional bilingual tour guide (English-Spanish)
  • Breakfast
  • Train ticket Ollanta to Km. 104 the beginning of the inca trail.
  • Lunch on the last day: after the guided visit to Machu Picchu.

Reviews

5.0
80 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 80 of 80

Star breakdown of all 80 ratings

5 stars
79 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, flexible pace and trail views, but some find the hike physically challenging

Praised

  • Friendly guides with detailed knowledge of Inca history
  • A flexible hiking pace and patient help on difficult steps
  • Clear preparation advice and well coordinated travel arrangements
  • Trail scenery and views of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate

Complaints

  • Some find the hike manageable, while others find it physically challenging

Written by Guidekin from the 38 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (1 July 2019 to 15 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
05:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
MACHU PICCHU VIAJES PERU; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

This short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, still allows you to visit the most beautiful ruins along the way to Machu Picchu, Winawayna and Chachabamba. Enjoy lunch before visiting and then continue through the Sun Gate for your first view of the Lost City of the Incas. You will continue down to Aguas Calientes village and have dinner in a nice restaurant in town before heading to bed. this short inca trail is for those who want a small taste of hiking in the Andes of Peru and visit Machu Picchu in 2 days and 1 night.

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

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 6+ days: Full refund
  • 2-6 days: 50%
  • 0-2 days: No refund

Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #19 of 62€6832 days4.99 (80)private
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 #19 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

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