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title: Inca Trail and Machu Pichu 2 days and 1 Night
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 542
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 38
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [en, fr, es]
rank_in_category: 31 of 62 (Inca Trail Treks)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/inca-trail-and-machu-pichu-2-days-and-1-night/
---

# Inca Trail and Machu Pichu 2 days and 1 Night

**Guidekin's take:** Hike the Short Inca Trail past ruins and through Andean landscapes to reach Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). Train tickets, trail and Machu Picchu entry, meals and guiding are included; hiking gear is not included. 5 from 38 reviews at €542 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #31 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Your Short Inca Trail is the perfect way to experience the magic of the legendary Inca Trail — without the long days of hiking! In just two unforgettable days, you’ll explore ancient ruins, hike through lush Andean landscapes, and arrive at Machu Picchu through the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku) — just like the Incas once did.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €542 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 38 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: American Inca Trail
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, French, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission included
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

5.0 from 38 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 38 of 38.

- 5 stars: 38 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and smooth organisation; some find the hiking challenging.

**Praised:**
- Guides explain Inca history clearly and answer questions in depth
- Well organised logistics and clear communication
- Caring guides provide reassurance and help with individual needs
- Guides help travellers take photos of Machu Picchu

**Complaints:**
- Some find the hike manageable, while others find parts of it difficult

Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2024-07-01 to 2026-07-17); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Transportation.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Train tickets (voyager or expedition).
- Bilingual tour guide.
- Admission tickets (Inca trail & Machu Picchu).

## Not included

- Hiking gear.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- 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.

## Meeting point

Our American Inca Trail office is right across from the Qoricancha Museum, next to Máximo Nivel English School — you’ll see our sign outside!

Ends: Right one block from the Cusco's mean Plaza de Armas.

## 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

## Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #31 of 62** | €542 | 2 days | 5.0 (38) | 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 #31 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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