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The Short Inca Trail to MachuPicchu 2 days

Short Inca Trail Classic, a two-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu programthat is the best option light trek option to explore the Lost City of the Incas.

This trip allows a taste of the Inca Trail with out days of hiking and camping. We begin the hike from the train stop at Kilometer 104 and follow the trail for six hours to the spectacular view of Machu Picchu from Inti Punku, The gate of the Sun. From here we descend into the world famous “Lost City”. After a restful night in a hotel, We return.

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Classic Short Inca Trail Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Cusco to Aguas Calientes.
We pick you up from your hotel at 05.30am and take you to San Pedro train station to board the train that will take us to km.104 km on the Cusco – Machupicchu railroad (starting point of the trek), where we will arrive at around 10:00 am. We start visiting the Chachabamba archaeological complex (2150m/7052ft), located very close to the control point, to then embark upon an 8 km ascending trail, which after four hours takes us to the archaeological complex of Wiñaywayna (2650m/8692ft). This is an impressive complex made up of an agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector. On the way up we will have magnificent views of the Urubamba River valley and the Choquesuysuy archaeological complex located on the other side of the river, and also of a beautiful waterfall located just a few minutes away from Wiñaywayna. We then go on and climb to Intipunku, or The Sun Gate. This will take an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones on the edges of cliffs in highland jungle. From this fabulous spot, we may contemplate the sacred citadel of Machupicchu. From Intipunku we descend to Machupicchu and then by bus to Aguas Calientes. We are then accommodated at the selected hotel/hostal.
Meals: L (box-lunch), Dinner.
Total distance: 13 km (8,08 miles)
Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours
Maximum altitude point: 2,650 m (8,692 ft)
Campsite altitude: 2,400 m (7,872 ft)

Day 02: Aguas Calientes to Cusco.
We wake up early and board a bus, which will take us up to Machupicchu where we begin a complete guided tour of the Inca citadel that will take approximately two hours. You will then have free time to walk around, climb the Huaynapicchu Mountain, where one can experience spectacular views of all of Machupicchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it, or visit the Temple of the Moon and the fabulous Inca Bridge. In the afternoon, we meet in the town of Aguas Calientes where, if you like, you can visit and relax in its hot springs. From here we take the train back to the city of Cusco, where we arrive after nightfall. Meals: (Breakfast).

Shared Service prices:
2008 rates per person: (March – December/January 2009)
US$ 320 (Pool Service).

Hotel Category	Double	Single
Tourist - Varayoc/Mi Pequeña Casita	$330	$345
Tourist Superior - El Presidente/IntiPunku	$345	$360
First Class - Hatuchay Tower	$410	$475
Deluxe - Machu Picchu Pueblo	Ask	Ask
Luxury - Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge	Ask	Ask

Private Service prices:
2008 rates per person: (March – December/January 2009)
2 persons US$560, 3-4 persons US$460, 5-6 persons US$400, 7-9 persons US$360, up to 10 persons US$320.

Note: The accommodation for this service is in a Tourist Superior, included in the price.

Private Service means: A private service trek is organized just for you with private transport and your own personal guide. We don't add other people to your group. This enables us to provide the best service possible with personal attention and added comfort.

Students: We offer a US$20 discount to students with a valid International Student Identity Card ISIC and children under the age of 16 years old. (students require a valid International Student Identity Card. Please beware that Youth Travel Cards are not valid).

Group Size: (min. 4 participants, max 12 participants).

Departures: Daily departures are available along the year.

Our Service Includes:
- Collection from your hotel and transfer to San Pedro Station in Cusco.
- Train ticket from Cusco to km 104 (starting point of the trail)
- Inca Trail and Machupicchu entrance fee (valid for 2 days)
- English speaking professional guide (2 guides for groups over 8 people)
- Meals (01L (box-lunch), 01 dinner, 01 breakfast).
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- 3 tickets from Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (Backpacker or Vistadome
Service, upon request)
- One nigth accommodation in Aguas Calientes in the selected Hotel.

Not included is:
- Lunch on the last day: after the guided tour at Machupicchu, you can
enjoy free time to further visit the ruins and choose to have lunch either
in Machupicchu or in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to the thermal springs in Aguas Calientes US$3
- Tips for the guide, cook (A good rule of thump is anywhere from $5-10
dollars per day).

You have to bring:
- A small backpack with a change of clothes.
- Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes
- Flashlight and batteries
- Camera, films and batteries.
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
- Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water
- Swimsuit (if you intend to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Cash 200.00 soles or US$ 70 extra emergency money person
- Original passport
- Walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage
the Inca Trail).

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