Short Inca Trail 2 days

Itinerary Short Inca Trail 2 days

DAY 1: Cusco – km104 – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes

We start very early, at 04:00 hrs. Leaving the historic Inca capital, the famous city of Cusco, we will arrive at the Ollantaytambo train station, where we will embark on the adventure and enjoy the scenic landscape until km104. Here our special permit will be processed so that we can leave the comforts of the train and begin our trek. After checking in, our guide will lead us to the Chachabamba sector at 2400masl/7875ft.
From here we will begin the ascent by the route that was developed by the Incas, being an approximate of 4km that will take us about 4 hours to the famous WiñayWayna (Forever Young) at 2650m/7875ft. From here you can see beautiful landscapes and agricultural terraces that are still in use today.
After a brief explanation and a delicious lunch, we will resume our adventure on the Inca Trail to the famous Inti Punku (Sun Gate) at 2720m/8924ft. You can observe the majestic city hidden among the clouds of Machu Picchu and take wonderful pictures. After this, we will continue our descent – our destination will be the town of Aguas Calientes (2040m/6693ft). We will rest and shower at the Inca Tower or another 3-star hotel.

DAY 2: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

After having enjoyed a comforting night and a delicious breakfast, we will check out of the hotel and transfer to the bus station at 6.00am. Our transportation will travel 30 minutes to the entrance of Machu Picchu at 2430m/7973ft, which we will reach after passing the checkpoint.
We will embark on our excursion inside the city of Machu Picchu and stay for about 3 hours. In Machu Picchu, you will be able to observe the famous Guardian’s House, take pictures of the Inca messenger center, the Temple of the Sun, the Inca House, the Sacred Plaza, the Sundial, the Huayranas (rest houses) and the Temple of the Condor.
You will then get a Machu Picchu stamp on your entrance ticket or passport. Then we will take the bus to the town of Aguas Calientes and have lunch at a restaurant selected by our agency. Finally, we will have free time until departure time, then take the train to Ollantaytambo station where our private transportation to Cusco awaits us for the return to your hotel in Cusco.

INCLUDED:

• Informative meeting at 06:00 pm at your hotel.
• Professional tourist guide.
• Hotel in Machu Picchu.
• Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail 2 days
• Private transportation Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
• Ollanta Train – km 104 – Round trip.
• breakfast – Day 1.
• box lunch day 1.
• Bus down Day 1.
• Bus Up – Down – Day 2.
• Oxygen bottle.
• First aid kit.
• Pick up from your hotel and drop off.

NOT INCLUDED:

Rentals:

On a trekking hike we need poles with rubber tips, but they are optional. If it is recommended. In case you do not have it, they are available to rent with Danzak Peru.

• Lunch day 2
• first night dinner
• Trekking poles ($15)
• Huayna Picchu or Picchu Mountain; It is done next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. You will do after your tour to Machu Picchu. Its cost is (65 dollars per person), to reserve your ticket, we recommend making your reservation 1 year in advance, because tickets are limited and can run out up to 2 days.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The maximum access of 250 people or visitors is allowed for two days, with the entire team with cooks, porters, Visitor. No more visitors are allowed. Once you reach limited quantity, and you can make more reservations. If possible, it should be done 1 year in advance.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

• It is not recommended for pregnant people.
• It is not recommended for people who suffer from back pain.
• It is not recommended for people over 60 years of age.
• It is not recommended for people suffering from cardiac arrest.
• It is not wheelchair accessible.
• Make sure your trekking shoes are in good condition for walking.
• The walk is not difficult, but it takes getting used to walking.
• You have to book about 9 months in advance between the months of July to August, before leaving on your trip.
• Make sure you are used to walking.
• There are no departures or trips in February.

STRIKES

Strikes or roadblocks are constantly happening in Peru. And it may interrupt our walking trip and also the train service, transportation, cannot operate during the strike. but we will try to solve or look for another exit alternative.

If the strike or roadblock occurs on the day of your tour departure, we will take you to Aguas Calientes, one night before your trip. And you will spend the night in your 3-star hotel.

If the strike occurs the day your 2 day Inca trail trek ends, we will send you our van to the hydroelectric, therefore you will have to walk for approximately 2 hours from Aguas Calientes to the hydroelectric, then we will drive in our van for 7 hours to Cusco You will be at your hotel around 11:00 p.m.

RETURN BY TRAIN FROM MACHU PICCHU TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

There are several train options available for your round trip from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. These trains offer economy and business class services and feature comfortable seats, with panoramic views throughout the journey.

We use a one-way train schedule at 06:10 a.m., Ollantaytambo to km 104 and your return will be the next day at 2:55 p.m. from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo. This train schedule helps us to arrive early to your hotel.

THE WEATHER OF THE INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS

Inca Trail 2 is located in the Cusco region of Peru at an altitude of approximately 2700 m. The climate in this region is considered humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and cool , humid winters, and Rainfall is common throughout the year, with a greater amount of rain during the summer months. It is important to wear comfortable and warm clothing and be prepared for sudden changes in the weather.

INFORMATION SECTION

There is a briefing at 06:00 pm, one day before your trip and it will be at your hotel. It is very important for your output. If you cannot arrive at this time, you must coordinate with the Danzak Peru team by email. The informative section lasts approximately 30 to 40 minutes, you will meet with your guide and provide all the detailed information about your trip.