Short route

Short Inca Trail 2 Days / 1 Night
Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate

2 days / 1 night Moderate Max. 12 travelers 4.9 (88 reviews)

Short Inca Trail

Arrive like the Incas,
in just two days.

Ideal if you are short on time or prefer a moderate hike. We start at Kilometer 104, climb to Wiñay Wayna and reach the Sun Gate in the afternoon with Machu Picchu below. We sleep in Aguas Calientes and visit the citadel calmly the next morning.

START / ENDCusco, Peru

MAX. ALTITUDE2,720 m

BEST SEASONApr — Nov

DISTANCE12 km

Your route day by day

Itinerary

DAY 1

Cusco — Km 104 — Wiñay Wayna — Aguas Calientes

Train to Km 104, hike on the Inca path to Wiñay Wayna and the Sun Gate. Bus down to Aguas Calientes and night in a hotel.

12 km · 6 h · 2,720 m

Cusco — Km 104 — Wiñay Wayna — Aguas Calientes

DAY 2

Machu Picchu — Cusco

Morning guided tour of Machu Picchu and return to Cusco by your chosen method.

3 h visit

Everything under control

What is included

Short Inca Trail permitMachu Picchu entranceTrain to Km 104Bilingual guideBox lunch1 hotel night in Aguas Calientes with breakfastConsettur busesReturn by chosen option

Not included

Dinner on day 1Lunch on day 2Tips

Before you go

Essential information

Permits

We need a copy of your valid passport when booking. Permits are personal and non-transferable.

Stairs

Train on stairs: the trail has thousands of original stone steps.

Packing

Bring a 25 L daypack, layers, poncho, headlamp and rubber-tipped poles.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to travel with peace of mind.

01Is it difficult?

It is moderate: about 6 hours of hiking with climbs and steps, no high passes.

02How far ahead should I book?

We recommend at least 30 days; in high season, 2 to 3 months.

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FromUS$ 520