The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu starts at km 104 of the railroad that comes from Cusco to Machu Picchu. From there we start the amazing hike for about 6 hours and you will visit two archaeological sites Wiñay Wayna and Chachabamba. Enjoy this amazing adventure visitng Machu Picchu on the second day.
Features: Best seller – Dialy departures – 10 people max.
Inclusions:
- Tour guide
- Transport
- Tourist train
- Bus tickets
- Entrance tickets
- Hotel in Machu Picchu
From $492
Itinerary
Highlights
- Explore the last part of the epic Inca trail visiting two extra archaeological sites besides the wonderful Machu Picchu. Enjoy amazing landscapes with huge mountains of the Andean range, and discover Inca constructions along the way. You hike the 1st day around 5 hours and visit Machu Picchu on the second day.
- Places to visit: Wiñay Wayna, Chachabamba, Inti Punku, and Machu Picchu.
- Departures: Everyday
- From: Your hotel in Cusco or at the Sacred Valley, and back.
- Transport: Tourist van or minibus, and train.
- Overnights: 01 night in Aguas Calientes in a 3-star hotel.
Upgrade to the Panoramic Train
For the way back only. The panoramic trains are perfect to watch the Sacred Valley while traveling to Machu Picchu. There are two services available, the Vistadome from Perurail, and the 360° from Incarail. Both services share similar timetables.
- Price in shared service: $520
- Price in private: $714
- Children discount: $40 / Single supp $30
Upgrade to the Luxury Train and hotel:
For the way back only. Those looking for an exclusive and luxurious experience in Peru need look no further. The Hiram Bingham has the best service onboard enjoying a scenic train ride. It has a lounge car, dinner car, observatory car to have fund and enjoy. Upgrade your hotel to El Mapi by Inkaterra hotel in a superior room.
- Price in private: $1460
- Children discount: $40 / Single supp $30
Wiñay Wayna:
It resembles Machu Picchu due to its geography with tropical mountains and stone buildings. The name of the place means “Forever Young.” Because they are so common in this region, orchids are the reason for the name. More than 40 agricultural terraces built on the mountainside make up Wiñayhuayna . The Inca elite had the upper structures built, while the lower structures were built for the general populace. These feature exquisite carvings and a number of windows that provide views of the lovely surroundings.
Chachabamba:
It was constructed on top of a hill, giving residents a bird’s-eye view of the entire valley. Although the majority of the site is on a flat surface, there are intriguing buildings that conform to the mountain’s curved contours. Given the architecture, distribution, and structures, it was probably a place of worship where the Incas held rituals honoring Mother Nature, particularly the mountains. A beautiful altar carved out of natural rock is located in a square in the middle of the building.
