Inca Trail To Machu Picchu (2 Days)

2-day short Inca Trail hike with overnight in Aguas Calientes. Day 1: take an early train to KM 104 and start hiking the Inca Trail. Climb past Chachabamba ruins and continue up through lush cloud forest to Wiñay Wayna, a stunning terraced Inca site you explore en route. Then hike a bit further to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) where you get your first dramatic glimpse of Machu Picchu in late afternoon. Descend into Machu Picchu, then take a bus to Aguas Calientes for the night in a hotel. Day 2: take the first bus up for sunrise and a guided tour of Machu Picchu’s highlights, entering through the main gate this time. Return to Cusco by train in the evening. Ideal for those who want a taste of the Inca Trail and to literally walk into Machu Picchu, but don't have time for the 4-day trek.

Visits: KM 104 (Chachabamba), Wiñay Wayna, Inti Punku (Sun Gate), Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes

Meeting point: Hotel pickup · Altitude: 2040–2720 m