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Short Inca Trail Treks

Short Inca Trail Treks

Experience one of the most famous hikes in the world! Go to Machu Picchu via the Short Inca Trail. The Short Inca Trail is surrounded by lush Andes vegetation and offers incredible panoramic views every hour we walk.

2 Day Inca Trail Hike


SHORT INCA TRAIL 2 DAYS – TREK THROUGH THE FAMOUS TRAIL OF PERU

Follow the famous Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, starting at 104 km “Railroad,” witness the majestic views of the cloud forest and experience the unique experience of walking straight to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Get your first impressive view of Machu Picchu from Intipuku.

The Short Inca Trail is a shortened version of the regular 4-day Inca Trail. The shortened version of Machu Picchu’s magnificent nature trail is ideal for visitors who want to reach the ruins on foot, Just like the ancient Incas.

On the first day, spend a night in a comfortable hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo, and re-energize the next day to explore the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu.

LOCATION FROM THE PATH OF THE SHORT INCA TRAIL

The spectacular 2-day Short Inca Trail is located in the Ollantaytambo Valley, the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This short version of the Inca Trail begins at kilometer 104 of the railway, a 1h30 walk from Machu Picchu Pueblo or 1h40 by train from Ollantaytambo station. Along the trek comes the mighty Urubamba River and the incredible mountain formation of the Vilcabamba Batholiths.

CONSTRUCTION OF THE SHORT INCA TRAIL

The Short Inca Trail was built by the government of the 9th Inca Pachacuteq. In the beginning, food was carried on the main Inca trail. The Short Inca Trail has sacred temples along the way. Thus, you can find holy temples with liturgical sources with different functions.

A short Inca trail is carved from Chachabamba to Machu Picchu in the middle of the Wiñaywayna Mountain near the PhuyuPatamarca creek. The Short Inca trail is still in excellent architectural condition after more than 500 years. In short, it is ideal for short walks over a day to explore and visit the ruins of Chachabamba, Choquesuysuy, Wiñaywayna, Inti Pata, and Inti Punku. The impressive trek is full of natural beauty.

Short Inca Trail Trek – 2 Days Inca Trek to Machu Picchu

The Inca Trail is perfect for short Andean and Amazon adventures around Machu Picchu. The sense and understanding of Inca nature walk follow the stone trails of the Incas that have continued to this day. Arrive at Machu Picchu on a unique 2-day Inca Trail trek to breathe fresh air and enjoy the cloud forest’s natural warmth and temperate climate.

THERE ARE SEVERAL SHORT INCA TRAILS TO MACHU PICCHU

We have several short Inca Trail options starting from Cusco City, Sacred Valley, Pumamarca, Chinchero, Maras Moray, Chukchirao, Salkantay, Inca Jungle, and more. This section shows a list of 3-day Inca trails, such as the shortest 2-day Inca Trail, which is the most famous.

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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail with Rainbow Mountain Trek 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail plus Rainbow Mountain Trek 3 Day Short Inca Trail with Rainbow Mountain Trek 3 Day ̵
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$ 389.00
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5 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Intense

Short Inca Trail by Salkantay Trek 5 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Salkantay Trek 5 Day Short Inca Trail by Salkantay Trek 5 Day – Great adve
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$ 459.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Demanding

Short Inca Trail by Sacred Valley Tour 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Sacred Valley Tour 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Sacred Valley Tour 3 Day trip throu
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$ 395.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Demanding

Short Inca Trail + Sacred Valley Bike 3D

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Sacred Valley Bike Tours 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Sacred Valley Bike Tours 3 Da
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$ 430.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Pumamarca Ruins 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Pumamarca Ruins 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Pumamarca Ruins 3 Day – Great ad
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$ 395.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Maras Salt Mines 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day outdoor advent
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$ 401.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Demanding

Short Inca Trail by Lares Trek 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Lares Trek 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Lares Trek 3 Day – Trekking does desi
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$ 388.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Inca Quarry Trek 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Inca Quarry Trek 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Inca Quarry Trek 3 Day – The qu
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$ 432.00
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5 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day Short Inca Trail by Inca Jungle Trek 4 Day – Explor
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$ 649.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Huchuy Qosqo Trek 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Huchuy Qosqo Trek 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Huchuy Qosqo Trek 3 Day – One
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$ 383.00
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5 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Cusco Tours Packages 5 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Cusco Tours Packages 5 Day Short Inca Trail by Cusco Tours Packages 5 Day –
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$ 476.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Cusco Temple of the Moon 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through the Cusco Temple of the Moon 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Cusco Temple of the Moon
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$ 401.00
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7 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Intense

Short Inca Trail by Choquequirao Trek 7 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Choquequirao Trek 7 Day Short Inca Trail by Choquequirao Trek 7 Day spectacular
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$ 1 073.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Chinchero Peru 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Chinchero Peru 3 Day Short Inca Trail by Chinchero Peru 3 Day trekking experienc
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$ 401.00
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3 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day

Experience the Short Inca Trail through Ancascocha Trek 3 days Short Inca Trail by Ancascocha Trek 3 Day – Enjoy a
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$ 592.00
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2 Days
Min 2; Max 6 persons
Moderate

2 Day Inca Trail

Amazing Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 Days  Short Inca Trail 2 Days short version of the great Inca Trail of the I
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$ 339.00

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