2-Day Inca Trail Express Trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco

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Hike deep into the Peruvian jungle and spend time in the backwoods of the breathtaking Andes mountains during this 2-day trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. If you are looking for an easier alternative to the 4-day trek but still want to enjoy time in the breathtaking Andean Mountains, this trip is for you! Hike along the original stone staircases of the Inca Trail up to Inti Punku, and be amazed by the views over the magical site of Machu Picchu.

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Accommodation options: Single travellers will share a room with another traveller & couples will have a private room.
Departure dates for trek: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday (Daily departures with a group of 4 or more)
Don't forget the essentials: Original passport, visa (if applicable), insurance card, personal medications
Important: You must provide the following information upon booking: Full name (exactly as it appears on the passport), Date of Birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Date of Passport Expiry - Must be valid for at least 6 months past the date of travel. Without this information, the local tour operator will be unable to make the booking. Please be aware that your complete and correct passport information must be provided. Absolutely no modifications can be made once your booking has been confirmed. Any changes or discrepancies in the information provided will result in a complete loss of permits and entrance tickets, for which you will be held responsible and will need to pay for again
Note: No Departures in February due to unfavorable climatic conditions
Physical requirements: This hike is Moderate - an 8 miles trail mostly uphill, with 550 meters of uphill that might be difficult for people who are afraid of heights
Suggested packing list: Bring or Rent in Cusco: hiking poles, rain pants, rain poncho, trekking boots, sandals, warm socks, sweater, thermals, hat, gloves, sun hat, sun block, sun glasses, flashlight/torch, camera, extra batteries and memory card (there is limited to no electricity available during the trek), waterproof bags for your camera, hand sanitizer, personal first aid kit, water bottle. Bring extra cash for snacks, water, gatorade which doubles or triples in price along the trail.
*Please note that there is a mandatory pre-departure briefing at our Cuzco Headquarters one day prior to departure at 6 PM. You will receive detailed information on your excursion, a list of what to bring and confirm your departure details. Meeting time: 6 PM Bamba Experience is located at: Calle Matara 242, Second Floor. Cuzco, Peru Emergency Contact: Ruth: +51 984 008 440 Sekwanele: +51 957 625 445
*Note: You will have a guide during the trek and on the Machu Picchu tour. However, during your bus and train transfers you will not be accompanied by a guide.
As of June 11, 2022, all travelers over 18 years old must have three doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. That means two regular doses plus a booster. Passengers from 12 to 17 years old must prove they are vaccinated with two doses. If they do not have a complete scheme, they must present the negative result of an RT-PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before boarding in their country of origin.

Pre-departure briefing
Train Ollantaytambo - KM 104 (starting point of trek)
Lunch
Dinner
Entry fee to Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
Breakfast
Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 4
Train Transfer Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Professional Bilingual Guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour
1-night 3* Hotel Accommodation at Aguas Calientes
Tourist Bus Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes on Day 1
Cuzco Accommodation Pick-Up
Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu on Day 2
Round Trip Bus Cuzco - Ollantaytambo

Accommodation in Cusco
Airport pick-up (please make your own way)
Bottled Water
Day 1 Breakfast, Day 2 Lunch
Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
Note: Prices for optional activities are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Please confirm these prices before departing on the trek
Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
Optional Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (at an extra cost) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
Tips (Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you received. It is customary to give tips in Latin America, however it is NOT mandatory. If you do wish to give a tip these are our recommended guidelines.) Guides: 20-30 soles per guide per trekker
Trekking Poles

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.