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Version 26 – July 24, 2025 18:06

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  • 2-day inca trail adventure., explore chachabamba and wiñay wayna ruins., guided hike from cusco to machu picchu., sun gate entry with panoramic views., sunset hike above machu picchu peru.
  • admire nature, history and original paths in its native form, appreciate the highlights of one of the best treks in the world, because a short inca trail is better than no inca trail at all!

Version 25 – July 24, 2025 18:06

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Short Description
  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our **Inca Trail – 2 Days** tour, perfectly designed for travelers seeking a taste of Andean trekking and the marvels of Machu Picchu. This short yet immersive hike offers exclusive access to the most stunning ruins along the legendary route, starting with a sunrise pick-up in Cusco and a scenic train ride to the Km 104 trailhead. Along the way, explore the awe-inspiring archaeological site of Chachabamba and marvel at Wiñay Wayna’s waterfalls, terraces, and ancient temples. Hike through breathtaking scenery, culminating at the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to witness your first panoramic glimpse of Machu Picchu at sunset. Spend the night in a comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes before a guided tour of the mystical lost city itself. Enjoy plenty of free time to capture photos and soak in the magic. Experience history, nature, and adventure—all in just two days!
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  •  From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.
  • The big day is here. We have an early morning breakfast and get ready to take a bus up to the mystical city of Machu Picchu. There, your tour guide will show you around the Incan citadel and explain to us about its history and purposes. After the guided tour, you have free time walk through the ruins by yourself, take amazing pictures and just relax and enjoy the majestic feeling.
  •  After exploring Machu Picchu, you come back to Aguas Calientes. The 2-day Inca Trail ends up with a train ride to Ollantaytambo (alternatively to Poroy), from where we you’re taken by van back to Cusco.

Version 24 – July 24, 2025 18:05

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Summary
  • Experience the 2-day Inca Trail: hike ancient paths, visit stunning ruins, catch your first Machu Picchu view at the Sun Gate, and overnight in Aguas Calientes.
  • This two-day short Inca Trail hike gives you the opportunity of visiting the most stunning ruins along the way to Machu Picchu. Passing through the Sun Gate for your first view of the Lost City of the Incas; and continuing down to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes to stay overnight. This a perfect option for those seeking for a small taste of trekking the Andes and appreciate one of the 7 Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu.

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Version 21 – April 29, 2025 12:32

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Short Description
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  •  From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.
  • The big day is here. We have an early morning breakfast and get ready to take a bus up to the mystical city of Machu Picchu. There, your tour guide will show you around the Incan citadel and explain to us about its history and purposes. After the guided tour, you have free time walk through the ruins by yourself, take amazing pictures and just relax and enjoy the majestic feeling.
  •  After exploring Machu Picchu, you come back to Aguas Calientes. The 2-day Inca Trail ends up with a train ride to Ollantaytambo (alternatively to Poroy), from where we you’re taken by van back to Cusco.
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  • From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.
  • The big day is here. We have an early morning breakfast and get ready to take a bus up to the mystical city of Machu Picchu. There, your tour guide will show you around the Incan citadel and explain to us about its history and purposes. After the guided tour, you have free time walk through the ruins by yourself, take amazing pictures and just relax and enjoy the majestic feeling.
  • After exploring Machu Picchu, you come back to Aguas Calientes. The 2-day Inca Trail ends up with a train ride to Ollantaytambo (alternatively to Poroy), from where we you’re taken by van back to Cusco.
Summary
  • This two-day short Inca Trail hike gives you the opportunity of visiting the most stunning ruins along the way to Machu Picchu. Passing through the Sun Gate for your first view of the Lost City of the Incas; and continuing down to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes to stay overnight. This a perfect option for those seeking for a small taste of trekking the Andes and appreciate one of the 7 Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu.
  • This two-day short Inca Trail hike gives you the opportunity of visiting the most stunning ruins along the way to Machu Picchu. Passing through the Sun Gate for your first view of the Lost City of the Incas; and continuing down to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes to stay overnight. This a perfect option for those seeking for a small taste of trekking the Andes and appreciate one of the 7 Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu.
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  • https://www.yapaexplorers.com/tours-and-treks/2-day-inca-trail-tour/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gttd&utm_campaign=gttd
  • https://www.yapaexplorers.com/tours-and-treks/2-day-inca-trail-tour/

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Version 9 – September 27, 2024 13:08

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Landing Page URL
  • https://www.yapaexplorers.com/tours-and-treks/2-day-inca-trail-tour/

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Additional Info
  • What to bring;
  • We strongly recommend a small backpack, 40 to 50L max
  • Original passport (the same you used to book)
  • Hiking boots
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Sunblock & lip balm
  • Aluminum/Reusable water bottle
  • Personal medication
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Version 7 – September 27, 2024 13:07

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Additional Info
  • https://www.yapaexplorers.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2-day-inca-trail-small-3.jpg
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please bring breakfast with you (direct bus).
  • Please don’t be late, as bus must leave on time to do Ballestas Islands at 10:00 am.
  • Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
  • Food is not included, although we have discounts in many restaurants.
  • See itinerary for hour by hour plan.
  • Important holidays: Easter weekend April 14-17 and July 28-30 is Independence Day Celebration in Peru: The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time, Sandboarding/dunebuggy (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators) and Ballestas Islands (Paracas) only1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators)
  • Warm weather all year round. Light-weight jumper/jacket for speedboat ride to Ballestas. Closed-toe footwear for Sandboarding.
  • Minimum age is 3 years
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Version 6 – September 27, 2024 13:05

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Available tiers
  • adult
  • adult, child

Version 5 – September 27, 2024 13:02

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Highlights
  • admire nature, history and original paths in its native form, appreciate the highlights of one of the best treks in the world, because a short inca trail is better than no inca trail at all!
  • enjoy views over the coastal and desert landscapes outside lima, hassle-free round-trip travel from your accommodation in central lima, zoom up south america’s largest dunes by dune buggy and try sandboarding
Included
  • 1 night at 3-star hotel in aguas calientes, 2-hour guided tour in machu picchu citadel, hotel/hostel pick-up and drop-off, inca trail permit, machu picchu ruins entrance ticket, pre-tour briefing the night before departure (yapa will contact you in the morning to arrange), professional, experienced, bilingual tour guide, roundtrip bus transport between machu picchu sanctuary and aguas calientes, transportation by private mini-van to the start point of the trek, transportation by train and mini-van from aguas calientes to cusco
  • 2-hour sandboarding and dunne buggy tour, 2-hour boat tour to the ballestas island, air-conditioned vehicle, bilingual guide, entry/admission - islas ballestas, entry/admission - oasis of huacachina, pick up and drop off at your hotel, restroom on board
Excluded
  • first day’s breakfast and last day’s lunch & dinner, gratuities / tips, travel insurance (not a requirement)
  • food and drinks

Version 4 – September 27, 2024 13:01

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Short Description
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  • From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.
  • The big day is here. We have an early morning breakfast and get ready to take a bus up to the mystical city of Machu Picchu. There, your tour guide will show you around the Incan citadel and explain to us about its history and purposes. After the guided tour, you have free time walk through the ruins by yourself, take amazing pictures and just relax and enjoy the majestic feeling.
  • After exploring Machu Picchu, you come back to Aguas Calientes. The 2-day Inca Trail ends up with a train ride to Ollantaytambo (alternatively to Poroy), from where we you’re taken by van back to Cusco.
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  • From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.

Version 3 – September 27, 2024 13:00

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Name
  • Inca Trail – 2 Days
  • Paracas and Huacachina from Lima with Ballestas Islands and Sand Boarding
Short Description
  • The day starts early with us picking you up on our private van at 4:00am from your hotel/hostel in Cusco to head down to Ollantaytambo’s train station. We arrive roughly at 6:00am and hop onto the train for a 2-hour ride to Km 104, which is where the checking point of the Inca Trail is located. Once there we start our hike! Our first stop is at the archaeological site Chachabamba, where your guide will give you a tour and explain the history of these amazing ruins. We take a small break to have freshly made lunch and gain energy for what’s left of the day. Once done, we continue on a 3-hour hike to our next Inca site, Wiñay Wayna. After the tour, your guide will give you time to explore the site, temples, waterfalls, gardens, storehouses, watchtowers and farming terraces.
  • From there, we keep hiking until we reach the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to admire the sunset above Machu Picchu and astonishing views. We won’t be able to visit the Inca citadel since it’s already too late, but don’t worry, we’ll have more than enough time the following day! The hike ends with us making our way down to Aguas Calientes, we’re we’ll spend a night in a comfortable hotel.
  • The coastal and desert regions outside Lima offer a world of outdoor adventure far from the city, but complex bus systems—and, for some visitors, a language barrier­—make exploring a challenge. On this full-day tour, travel in comfort from your Lima hotel and hit Paracas and Huacachina with ease. Spot native marine life in the Paracas National Reserve and try sandboarding on South America’s largest dunes.
Additional Info
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please bring breakfast with you (direct bus).
  • Please don’t be late, as bus must leave on time to do Ballestas Islands at 10:00 am.
  • Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
  • Food is not included, although we have discounts in many restaurants.
  • See itinerary for hour by hour plan.
  • Important holidays: Easter weekend April 14-17 and July 28-30 is Independence Day Celebration in Peru: The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time, Sandboarding/dunebuggy (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators) and Ballestas Islands (Paracas) only1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators)
  • Warm weather all year round. Light-weight jumper/jacket for speedboat ride to Ballestas. Closed-toe footwear for Sandboarding.
  • Minimum age is 3 years
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please bring breakfast with you (direct bus).
  • Please don’t be late, as bus must leave on time to do Ballestas Islands at 10:00 am.
  • Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
  • Food is not included, although we have discounts in many restaurants.
  • See itinerary for hour by hour plan.
  • Important holidays: Easter weekend April 14-17 and July 28-30 is Independence Day Celebration in Peru: The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time, Sandboarding/dunebuggy (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators) and Ballestas Islands (Paracas) only1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators)
  • Warm weather all year round. Light-weight jumper/jacket for speedboat ride to Ballestas. Closed-toe footwear for Sandboarding.
  • Minimum age is 3 years
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Summary
  • This two-day short Inca Trail hike gives you the opportunity of visiting the most stunning ruins along the way to Machu Picchu. Passing through the Sun Gate for your first view of the Lost City of the Incas; and continuing down to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes to stay overnight. This a perfect option for those seeking for a small taste of trekking the Andes and appreciate one of the 7 Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu.
  • Get picked up in the morning at your central Lima accommodation, transfer to the coastal town of Paracas by direct bus, and hop aboard a speedboat. The adventure begins as you zip out across the waves to the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve.
  • On arrival, watch native marine species including birds, penguins, and sea lions in their natural habitat. Your informative guide provides insight into the animals’ behavior and environment while you capture the scenery on camera.
  • Return to Paracas and continue to Huacachina, a remote oasis in the Ica Desert and home to the biggest dunes in South America. Zoom across the sand by dune buggy and give sandboarding a try. With your powerful buggy to help you reach the top of the dunes, you’ll save plenty of energy for sandboarding. 
  • Depart Huacachina and return in comfort to your Lima accommodation, where your tour ends.
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