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title: Short Inca Trail 2 Day Hike to Machu Picchu with Permits & Train
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 724
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 51
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 45 of 62 (Inca Trail Treks)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/short-inca-trail-2-day-hike-to-machu-picchu-with-permits-train/
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# Short Inca Trail 2 Day Hike to Machu Picchu with Permits & Train

**Guidekin's take:** Walk the Short Inca Trail through Chachabamba, Wiñay Wayna and Inti Punku, then visit Machu Picchu the next morning. A hotel night, return train, buses and the first day's lunch and dinner are included; a passport image is required to book. 4.96 from 51 reviews at €724 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #45 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Make the most of your time in Peru with this 2 day, 1 night Short Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu. After a comfortable transfer from Cusco, follow your guide on a full day hike along the iconic Short Inca Trail, visiting Chachabamba, Wiñay Wayna, and Inti Punku.

Enjoy a included dinner and overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, then explore Machu Picchu with a guided tour the next morning. You’ll also have free time to wander the ancient citadel on your own.

Highlights:
Small group (max 9 people)
All inclusive transportation
3 meals included
Official Inca Trail permits and Machu Picchu entrance
Ideal for travelers with limited time in Cusco

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Max 9 people: small group
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 05:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €724 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 51 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: Machu Picchu Peru Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared, up to 9 travellers
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 05:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.96 from 51 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 50 of 51.

- 5 stars: 50 (98%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 1 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Tour guide
- 1 Night's accommodation in Aguas Calientes
- Return Train (Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo)
- Lunch
- Bus Aguas Calientes -Machu Picchu Sanctuary - Aguas Calientes
- Dinner
- Transport (Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco)
- Breakfast
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Train to the Trailhead (Ollantaytambo KM 104)

## Not included

- Breakfast on the day 1
- Entrance to Aguas Calientes Hot Springs (10 Soles)
- Entrance to Huyana Picchu
- Lunch and dinner on day 2
- Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
- Trekking poles

## 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

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.

## 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 require a image (pdf or jpg) of your passport to complete the reservation.

## Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #45 of 62** | €724 | 2 days | 4.96 (51) | shared, max 9 |
| [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 #45 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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