Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service in Cusco
Cusco, Peru

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service

Outty Ranking 74 5.0 · 149 traveler reviews48 hoursFrom $726
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74/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 149 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service worth booking?

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service is a 48-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $726 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 149 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
5/5 (149)
Duration
48 hours
From
$726 per person

We Start at 6 AM in Cusco at your hotel (no 4 AM like the others) Small groups up to 8 people. Exelent english tour guides. Vistadome Train 360 view. on the way back (bussines class train) Free shipping service of your

What you get

  • 01 pair of walking sticks per person, highly recommended.
  • Inca Trail tickets and Machu Picchu post card picture tickets on first day
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket for second day (circuit 4)
  • 2.5 Hours Machu Picchu private tour
  • Lunch
  • professional english speaking tour guide

About this experience

We Start at 6 AM in Cusco at your hotel (no 4 AM like the others) Small groups up to 8 people. Exelent english tour guides. Vistadome Train 360 view. on the way back (bussines class train) Free shipping service of your luggage to Aguas Calientes hotel. Door to Door service. All inclisive tour.

What's included

Included

  • 01 pair of walking sticks per person, highly recommended.
  • Inca Trail tickets and Machu Picchu post card picture tickets on first day
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket for second day (circuit 4)
  • 2.5 Hours Machu Picchu private tour
  • Lunch
  • professional english speaking tour guide
  • Breakfast
  • On-board restrooms
  • Private transportation from Cusco until starting trekking point.
  • Free shipping of luggage to Aguas Calientes Hotel town by train
  • 1 Boxlunch, (first day) 1 dinner, (first day) 1 breakfast (secondday)
  • Expediton Class Train to Trail Head (KM. 104)
  • Vistadome class train on the way back (bussines class train)
  • We guarantee your departure, when you book with Us
  • free warm jacket donataion for poor kids that are living on the andes
  • Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
  • 01 oxygen tanks and first aid kit in emergency cases.
  • Briefing service 2 or 1 day before your tour by your guide.

Not included

  • What does not include? The first breakfast (usually all Cusco hotels include breakfast) Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu mountain ticket (if you are interested please consult with our sales executives) Last lunch in Aguas Calientes (you can make a better choice, there are a lot of different options for restaurants) Tips.
  • last Lunch on second day
  • Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets.(extra hikes inside Machu Picchu citadel)
  • tips

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 8 travelers per booking
Operated by
Kenko Adventures

Know before you go

  • 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
  • Meals: Snacks, Lunch and dinner.
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Hiking distance: 12 kilometers
  • Accommodation: 3 stars hotel
  • Minimum Altitude: 2000 m.a.s.l. / 6600 fts. (starting trekking point, km 104)
  • Maximum Altitude: 2700 m.a.s.l. / 8900 fts. (Inti Punku)
  • Climate: Sunny during dry season. Cold, windy and cloudy during rainy season.
  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
  • Hiking distance: 0 kilometers
  • Minimum Altitude: 2000 m.a.s.l. /6600 fts. (aguas clientes)
  • Transport: Round trip bus to/from Machu Picchu, train tickets from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, minivan vehicle to Cusco.
  • Climate: Sunny during dry season. Cold and cloudy during rainy season.
  • We use to visit at your hotel 6 pm or if you prefer during the day 9am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm, please you could send us an email with details to get your briefing time Will be ready any time for our clients.
  • During the Cusco Machu Picchu Tour your main luggage can be store at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.
  • Please be ready with the next information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We cannot purchase an entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:
  • Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):
  • Gender
  • Passport number
  • Full name
  • D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality
  • It could be greatly appreciated if our clients pay in cash at your briefing time at the hotel (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by PAYPAL online.
  • According to our government Laws you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need ISIC cards). For example, if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.
  • students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.
  • children from age of 2 to 12 they get discount of $20.
  • children from the age of 0 to 2 they are free.
  • All students must send a copy of their passport at booking time to get the discount.
  • The ISIC Student can get Discount of US$ 20.
  • You must have a valid current internationally accepted ISIC card in your name.
  • They could apply for the ISIC Card
  • You must provide a copy of your ISIC card at your booking time.
  • Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable unfortunately.
  • If you cancel your Cusco Machu Picchu Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!
  • you have to get your original passport and it is very important and it have to be the same passport number that you sent to us at book time, and also train ticket, other entrances and reservations Will have the same document. The rangers will check when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before to board you’re the train.
  • In case you are changing your Passport or you lost and you get a new one, go ahead and send us your new passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it and when you get to our country no surprises and everything Will be fine.
  • The climate in our country is very variant and does not consider the normal 4 seasons. Here, in just one day we can see all of the seasons! And this is why we recommend our visitors to be prepared for any occasion, either for rain or sunny days.
  • A very important factor which alter our world is global warming, which has evolved into a high risky contributor due to the glaciers melting in Peruvian Andes, and it also affect the normal development of our weather.
  • Nonetheless, something that is very marked in our country and in some cities here in the Andes is that we only have 2 main seasons during the year:
  • Dry Season: We consider the dry season from the end of April until the end of September, in this period the first rains will start. For this reason, this is the best time to visit our region and our amazing Machu Picchu and also avoid any inconveniences.
  • Rainy Season: This season starts on October until the end of April approximately, so during this time it is advised to all of our visitors to pack their belongings into waterproof bags, as in our region it can be sunny the first 2 hours and then have a heavy rain.
  • We know that there are extreme climates worldwide, but this must not stop us from our longing and desire to explore the world, to discover marvelous cultures and interact with them. Be welcomed to Perú and Machu Picchu.
  • This mountain is located inside Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, which is located at 300 meters more than Machu Picchu Inca Citadel; here it takes approximately just 45 minutes hiking up and other 45 minutes hiking down. This Mountain conserves some archaeological remains as the Moon Temple and other precincts that are interconnected with authentic trails, steps, tunnels and natural formatted caves which made the view more interesting. Without any doubt, this is one of the best attractions of Machu Picchu; the Huayna Picchu Mountain offers a 360 grades view and a stunning view of Machu Picchu Inca Citadel, Machu Picchu
  • Mountain and the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku). Currently our government through Ministry of Culture, maintain the visitors income controlled per day, only 400 tickets are offered per day and divided in 2 groups of 200 each. The first schedule starts from 7:00 to 08:00 am and the second from 10:00 to 11:00 am, for this reason its demand is growing day by day and if any of our visitors is interested in this hike, then it is necessary to make a booking at least with 3 months in advance in order to guarantee their visit to this extraordinary place.
  • This mountain is located inside the park as well, and is only 1:20 hrs away hiking by your own. Once you reach the summit, you will take impressive photos with panoramic views of the entire valley in which is situated Machu Picchu inca citadel, you will also have impressive views of the Andes Mountain range and the glaciers that protect this unique ecosystem.
  • The demand to obtain permits for this hike is quickly growing up, for this we advise a minimum of 2 months in advance to book the tickets, as there is a limit for visitors per day to experience this amazing hike. This hike has 2 schedules, the first from 07:00 am to 08:00 am and the second from 09:00 am to 10:00 am with a limit of 200 people per group.

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 149 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

9 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

9 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

5 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Physical effort

5 mentions

Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

Organization

4 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Good for families

3 mentions

Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

Traveler reviews

149 verified traveler reviews for Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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myrong841 · August 2026

Two-day short trail to Machu Pichu

We can’t commend KENKO Tours enough. Elves, who we coordinated the tour with was very helpful and very responsive getting back to us ti answer all our questions. Our stay at hotel Rumi Punku, in the heart of Cusco’s artist district was the perfect location to acclimate to the altitude. Our family of five, ages 71-37, took the short Inca trail to Machu Pichu. Henry, our seasoned guide, was absolutely fantastic. He had the heart of a teacher and wove the history of the Incas throughout the 7 hour hike the first day. The views were tremendous. We took lots of photos; Henry knew the right spots! The lunch we had on the trail was outstanding and fueled us for the last portion of the hike before arriving at the Sun Gate and then the ruins of Machu Pichu. The second day walk around of the lower half of Machu Pichu was a relief from the hike the previous day. The whole experience was tremendous. Thank you for being a wonderful guide.

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Voyager31615530641 · August 2026

The 2 Day Inca Trail with Camping we will never forget

We had an amazing time on the 2 Day Inca Trail with Camping. The hike was challenging but absolutely worth it, with beautiful landscapes, amazing views, and a great feeling of walking through history. Our guide was very friendly and shared interesting stories about the Inca culture and the places we visited. The camping experience made the journey even more special, and reaching Machu Picchu after the trek was unforgettable. Everything was well organized, and we felt supported throughout the entire trip. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a different way to experience Machu Picchu!

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Y7740EVcarolg · August 2026

Great Family adventure

My husband, son, daughter, and son in law booked our trek through Kenko Adventures and they exceeded all our expectations. From detailed briefing they walked us through in Cusco to the final day of walking around Machu Pichu everything we experienced was organized and without any problems. If we had any problems before leaving the States or any problems with scheduling plans here in Peru, they immediately got back to us. Our guide, Henry, was outstanding. He not only was knowledgeable about the history of the area but he didn’t just give textbook facts he wove a story in how they were all connected. I would recommend him again. I should mentioned that my husband and I are in our late sixties early seventies and Henry kept a pace in which was certainly challenging but doable. The whole experience was one in a lifetime and would recommend this tour group.

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P6435OAbenjaminw · August 2026

Thank you Henry!

This trip was one of the hardest and greatest things I have ever experienced. The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu was breathtaking, and there were many times I honestly wasn’t sure I was going to make it. Our guide, Henry, made all the difference. He was passionate about the history of the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, but more than that, he was patient with us when we struggled. I never felt rushed or like we were holding him back. His passion, the way he tells the stories of the Inca, and the care he showed for us and for the mountain made the experience something I’ll never forget. If you’re doing the Inca Trail, ask for Henry.

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F6585RBryang · August 2026

had a great time

Excellent trip. Had a great time. Our guide, Henry was superb. He is an excellent organizer and a superb instructor.

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Good to know

Duration
48 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
5+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$726 to $756
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
52
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 74

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
Review evidence (18% weight)61
Booking momentum (14% weight)56
Value for money (12% weight)34
Listing quality (10% weight)81
Local standing (8% weight)68
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.

How much does Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service cost?

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Prices start at $726 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service take?

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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.

Is Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 149 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 48-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service?

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Around 52 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 2 days - Glamping Service start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cusco?

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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cusco?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cusco?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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