Tours/Cusco/2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with VistadomeTrain
Viator · group up to 16 pax

2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with VistadomeTrain

5.0(2,038)Cusco1 hour
VIATOR4.8(40)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1,998)

Description

Discover the 2-Day Short Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu Journey along the 2-day Short Inca Trail, exploring Chachabamba and Wiñaywayna arriving at the Sun Gate for a unique sunset view of Machu Picchu with fewer crowds, return at sunrise for a peaceful tour, and finish with a panoramic Vistadome train ride for a comfortable and scenic way back. Why You’ll Love This Tour: • Travel with a trusted local tour operator, experts in Inca Trail • Experience Machu Picchu at two times (sunset & sunrise views) • Explore remarkable Inca sites including Chachabamba, Wiñaywayna, and Intipunku. • Enjoy freshly prepared meals on the trail crafted by professional chefs. • Relax after your hike with a comfortable stay in a 3-star Aguas Calientes hotel. • Return to Cusco on vistadome panoramic train.

Tour Options

2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with VistadomeTrain
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Train to Km 104 and return on the panoramic Vistadome train
Safety equipment provided, including satellite phone, first-aid kit and oxygen tank
Expert guide for the Inca Trail hike and an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu
Lunch
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on Day 1, plus round-trip bus service on Day 2
Dinner
1 night in a 3-star hotel, shared twin room (2 travelers per room)
Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cusco or the Sacred Valley (Urubamba or Ollantaytambo)
Entrance tickets for both the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
Pre-tour safety briefing the day before departure, plus complimentary luggage storage

What's included

Included
Train to Km 104 and return on the panoramic Vistadome train
Safety equipment provided, including satellite phone, first-aid kit and oxygen tank
Expert guide for the Inca Trail hike and an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu
Lunch
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on Day 1, plus round-trip bus service on Day 2
Dinner
1 night in a 3-star hotel, shared twin room (2 travelers per room)
Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cusco or the Sacred Valley (Urubamba or Ollantaytambo)
Entrance tickets for both the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
Pre-tour safety briefing the day before departure, plus complimentary luggage storage
Not included
(Optional) Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, they should be booked ahead of time. If you have them, please let us know
(Optional) Last day lunch. It is easily available in Aguas Calientes.

Pickup Locations & Times

We also offer early morning pickups from Airbnbs and other locations within Cusco’s Historic Center (around 4:00 a.m.) and the Sacred Valley: Urubamba and Ollantaytambo (around 5:00 a.m.). Just enter your address or hotel name in the search bar to check availability.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Bring only a daypack with the essentials for Day 1. A small carry-on bag can be sent to your hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Reviews(2,038)

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824candelag
August 5, 2026
Incredible experience

A wonderful experience, highly recommended! Also, our guides William and Danilo were very attentive with everything.

Operator response

Estimada 824candelag, Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia. Nos alegra saber que disfrutó su 2-Day Inca Trail y que nuestros guías William y Danilo hicieron su viaje aún más especial. Gracias por recomendar TreXperience. Esperamos darle la bienvenida nuevamente en Perú. Saludos cordiales, Josselyn

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cactusero
August 5, 2026
Fantastic experience

Excellent. A 10 for our guide Amadeo and another for Rodri. It has been a fabulous experience. Amadeo is an expert in archaeology and an excellent guide. We have formed a wonderful group despite being people from different countries. The food was spectacular. Even though the first part was tough due to the climb, the guides maintained a proper pace, making the necessary stops and supporting the group. And of course I recommend this activity, I felt like a VIP visitor.

Operator response

Estimado/a cactusero, Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros. Nos alegra saber que disfrutó tanto su 2-Day Inca Trail y que fue una experiencia tan especial. Agradecemos mucho sus palabras sobre Amadeo y Rodri. Nos encanta saber que su conocimiento, apoyo y ritmo durante la caminata ayudaron al grupo a disfrutar cada momento, además de la deliciosa comida y la conexión creada entre viajeros de diferentes países. Gracias por recomendar TreXperience. Esperamos recibirlo nuevamente en Perú para otra aventura inolvidable. Saludos cordiales, Josselyn

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viktualia
August 3, 2026
Great track exploring Incas trail and Machu Picchu

We had two wonderful days! Our guides were Amadeo and Rodi. We really loved their attitude, the knowledge and sense of humour of Amadeo. The views during the hike were amazing, the food was delicious and the arranged accommodation was also quite nice. I would definitely recommend the trip!

Operator response

Dear viktualia, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your 2-Day Inca Trail and Machu Picchu adventure. We truly appreciate your kind words about Amadeo and Rodi. We are glad that their knowledge, humor, and guidance made your journey even more special, together with the amazing views, delicious food, and comfortable accommodation. Thank you for recommending TreXperience. We hope to welcome you back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Josselyn

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TravelBee93
August 3, 2026
Two amazing days

This was hands down the best tour I went on during my three weeks in Peru. The booking process and communication with the agency were both super smooth and easy. They always responded quickly when I reached out to them. We were so lucky to have José as our guide. He made the trip fun and really interesting. He made sure that the walking speed suited everyone in the group and shared lots of interesting facts about the Quechua people, Machu Picchu and the surrounding nature. The breakfasts and lunches served were delicious – a big thank you to the kitchen team. Another advantage of this trip was that we entered Machu Picchu at around 4 pm, after most of the crowds had left. This gave us the chance to take pictures and enjoy the scenery in peace. The hotel and dinner in Aguas Calientes were both good too. I also very much enjoyed the guided tour of Machu Picchu on the second day, when José shared even more information with us. Once again, thank you to José, who went above and beyond to make this trip special for us!

Operator response

Dear TravelBee93, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We are truly happy to know that your 2-Day Inca Trail was the highlight of your time in Peru. We greatly appreciate your kind words about José and our entire team. We are glad that his knowledge, support, and attention to the group helped make your journey so special, along with the delicious meals and comfortable stay in Aguas Calientes. Thank you for choosing TreXperience. We hope to welcome you back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Josselyn

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868gianr
August 3, 2026
Outstanding experience

We did the Short Inca Trail with TreXperience and would do it again in a heartbeat. Everything was extremely well organized. The day before the start, we had a short briefing where everything was explained to us again in detail. The entire Inca Trail was then perfectly organized. Our guide José was fantastic. All the way to Machu Picchu, he kept sharing interesting details about the Incas and the Peruvian landscape. The freshly prepared lunch was outstanding. Dinner and the accommodation in Aguas Calientes were great as well. We would do the 2-day, 1-night Short Inca Trail again without hesitation. It lets you experience all the highlights of the Inca Trail in a short amount of time, and in particular, entering through the Sun Gate gives you a truly special first view of Machu Picchu. Another advantage of this tour is arriving at Machu Picchu around 4 pm, when the big crowds have already thinned out. Thanks again to José and the whole team for this unforgettable experience.

Operator response

Dear 868gianr, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We are delighted to know that your Short Inca Trail was such an unforgettable adventure. We truly appreciate your kind words about José and the entire team. We are happy that his knowledge, guidance, and the organization of the trek helped you enjoy every moment, from the Sun Gate entrance to Machu Picchu. Thank you for choosing TreXperience. We hope to welcome you back to Peru for another amazing journey. Best regards, Josselyn

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smusti
August 3, 2026
Bucket list item made easy

The 2-day Inca trail with Trexperience made the planning that much easier. Monica, our guide, with Pedro were encouraging and supportive throughout the trip, especially during the difficult part of the hike. I would highly recommend this tour if you want to hike the last part of the Inca Trail.

Operator response

Dear smusti, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to know that your 2-Day Inca Trail made your Machu Picchu dream easier to experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about Monica and Pedro. We are glad their encouragement and support helped you enjoy the journey, especially during the more challenging parts of the hike. Thank you for recommending TreXperience. We hope to welcome you back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Josselyn

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kuzmank2019
July 31, 2026
Macho Picchu the right way

Hello fellow tourists, just want to say that Amadeo and Rodri from TreXperience were wonderful guides. The small things made the difference. The trekking pace was smooth and we had lots of of interesting exchange on Machu Picchu details. The food was cooked and not packed. And we looked together a football game of Cusco team at the diner. Thanks guys again for everything you did for our group! Kuzman from Bulgaria.

Operator response

Dear kuzmank2019, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your 2-Day Inca Trail and Machu Picchu experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about Amadeo and Rodri. We are glad their guidance, smooth pace, interesting conversations, and personal touches made your journey special. Thank you for choosing TreXperience. We hope to welcome you back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Josselyn

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941theclat
July 31, 2026
Just perfect

This was one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had! The tour operator organised everything absolutely perfectly, for our comfort and safety. This was my first time in Peru and the short inca trail made Machu Picchu even better . The food was delicious, transports were easy and comfortable with amazing views of the forest. Our guides were very experienced and helpful with everything and most importantly they had deep knowledge and understanding of the Inca civilisation and culture. Both me and my husband had a fantastic time with our small group. Definitely recommend them to anyone who wishes to experience Machu Picchu combined with a hike.

Operator response

Dear 941theclat, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We are very happy to know that your 2-Day Inca Trail was one of the highlights of your first visit to Peru. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team, guides, food, and organization. We are glad that the comfort, safety, and knowledge of our guides helped make your Machu Picchu experience even more special. Thank you for recommending TreXperience. We hope to welcome you and your husband back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Josselyn

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milesh740
July 29, 2026
Great choice for honeymoon. Not expensive if you think about it

We booked with TreXperience over other operators in part because of how thorough and professional they were in addressing all our questions and how accommodating they were with our requests. For example, they offer good advice on whether to book Circuit-A Machu Picchu Mountain after already hiking the short Inca Trail, and whether to acclimate to the high altitude in Cusco or Ollantaytambo. Their professional advice can't be easily found via Reddit, Google, or AI.In addition, they offer a custom discount if we are going to skip some parts of the tour. I want to especially thank Gabriel for her attentiveness that ultimately sealed the deal. Renato and Alvaro were our tour guides (short Inca Trail, leaving July 8). There are a few highlights worth mentioning. 1. The lunch on the trail after the initial climb was so amazing. The mango ceviche and trout were as good as any food we had in Peru. I ate so much that I didn't care about walking for another 5 kilometers afterward at all. 2. Renato was helpful in trying to reschedule our train to Ollantaytambo. 3. On the second day, the explanation of Machu Picchu's history under the backdrop of the magnificent mountains and citadel was one of the best learning experiences I had in my life. Thank you, Renato, for the great explanation and tirelessly answering all my questions. 4. In addition to being caring and knowledgeable, your guides, Renato and Alvaro, were seasoned cameramen and saved us amazing memories. 5. In the last lunch together, Renato coordinated with the restaurant to give us a dessert to celebrate our honeymoon, which was a very kind gesture. Another thing we like about the tour is that it is only 2D/1N, so it is family and honeymoon friendly. We were happy we didn't do the full 4D/3N version despite that being apparently the more popular choice. In summary, the tour operator was professional, accommodating, knowledgeable, and caring. The tour was amazing, and we were very glad we did it as part of our honeymoon.

Operator response

Dear milesh740, Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are truly happy to know that your Short Inca Trail became such a special part of your honeymoon in Peru. We greatly appreciate your kind words about Gabriel, Renato, and Alvaro. We are glad our team could support you with personalized advice, make the journey smooth, and share the history and beauty of Machu Picchu in a meaningful way. We will also share your compliments about the food, the special dessert, and the unforgettable memories captured along the way. Thank you for choosing TreXperience for such an important trip. We wish you many more adventures together and hope to welcome you again in Peru. Best regards, Josselyn

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kimgV1448CL
July 28, 2026
Excellent and well informed adventure guide!

Frank was incredibly helpful and well informed in all subject matters. He was an excellent communicator, extremely helpful and met all of our needs I would highly recommend Frank’s tour!

Operator response

Dear kimgV1448CL, Thank you for sharing your experience. We are happy to know you enjoyed your 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and had a great experience with Frank. We truly appreciate your kind words about his knowledge, communication, and support throughout the journey. We will be happy to share your feedback with him. Thank you for choosing TreXperience. We hope to welcome you again in Peru. Best regards, Josselyn

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