Private Tour
Available languages
48 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the most iconic section of the Inca Trail in just two unforgettable days. Begin at Kilometer 104 and hike along original Inca stone paths through lush cloud forest, visiting the stunning ruins of Wiñay Wayna before arriving at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu. Few moments compare to seeing the Lost City of the Incas appear beneath you.
Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, then return the next morning for a guided exploration of Machu Picchu’s temples, terraces, and sacred spaces.
Perfect for active travelers short on time, this adventure blends history, culture, and rewarding hiking. Permits are limited and sell out quickly — book early to secure your spot on this bucket-list journey.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
3 Star Hotel in Aguas Calientes
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Inca Trail
Depart Cusco at 4:00 AM for a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo for breakfast, then board the train to Kilometer 104, the start of the Short Inca Trail. Hike 11 km (6.8 miles) along original Inca stone paths through lush cloud forest. Visit the stunning ruins of Wiñay Wayna before enjoying a picnic with mountain views. Continue to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Descend to the upper terraces for iconic photos, then take the shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes for hotel check-in and evening at leisure. Distance: 11 km | Highest Point: 2,720 m | Weather: Warm & humid
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Machu Picchu
Rise early for a guided visit to Machu Picchu. After a 30-minute bus ride from Aguas Calientes, enter the citadel and enjoy panoramic viewpoints before a 2–3 hour guided tour along Circuit 3 (Royal Route). Explore the Temple of the Sun, agricultural terraces, Sacred Rock, and Temple of the Condor while learning about Incan history and engineering. Optional hikes to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain are self-guided (permit required). Return by train to Ollantaytambo and private transfer to Cusco, arriving around 7:30 PM. Meals: Breakfast | Climate: Warm & humid
Transfer to and from hotel Round Train ticket
Guided Tour of the archeological site
Lunch
Dinner
Fluent English/ Spanish speaking guide
Private van from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and back
Hotel in Aguas Calientes- La Cabana or similar
Inca trail and Machu Picchu entrance fees
Day 2 Lunch and dinner
Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain (optional)
Porters- you are responsible for carrying your own (small backpack)
Voluntary Tips for Guide
Select a pickup point
Pickup included
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DirtyBigShot,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My partner and I recently completed the 2-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Flashpacker Connect, and it was easily the highlight of our trip to Peru. From the start, the organization was seamless, but what truly made the experience special was our private guide, Maik. His knowledge of Inca history was impressive, and he paced the hike perfectly so we never felt rushed. He knew all the best spots for photos and shared stories that truly brought the ruins to life. He was very personable and accommodated any request we had. I asked him many times to do something for us and it was like he was doing it for the family. He went out of his way to ensure we had anything we needed and wanted. A massive highlight was the food. We were blown away by the porters, who hiked ahead of us to prepare a glorious, hot meal that was ready the moment we arrived. Having such a wide variety of fresh, delicious food served "right out of the kitchen" in the middle of the trail was amazing and gave us the perfect energy boost to keep going. Walking through the Sun Gate was a moment we’ll never forget. If you are looking for a professional, high-energy, and deeply knowledgeable guide, ask for Maik! Flashpacker Connect handled every detail (trains, permits, and logistics) perfectly. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. It really was a smooth and incredible experience!








Odyssey18082855360,,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
What an incredible experience! Giovanny was the best guide, might be naive of me, but by the end of our time together we were Causas! He was very knowledgeable and great at providing the information that was relevant to what we were experiencing and seeing as well as informing us of the Peruvian culture. Everything was taken care of for us, passes, tickets, meals, the path, everything. It was so nice to be able to go and trust that everything was handled. I really feel like we would have missed out on a lot of information, hidden gems, pictures, and culture if not for Giovanny. Would recommend!



flukose,,Sep 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Flashpacker gets 5 stars and our wonderful guide Miguel gets 10! Booking and coordinating with the company was done with relative ease. They contacted us about options and alternatives when we struggled to find the right expeditions, without simply upselling. All the logistics during our tours were organized, prepared, and efficient from entrances, bus rides, trains, to cars. I don't have enough space to write about Miguel! He's the most enthusiastic, authentic, and selfless guide we could have gotten. From the briefing call we had the day before where he ensured our full preparedness, to being early and organized every time we had to meet up, he did his homework. We wouldn't have finished the trail without his support, patience, and motivation as a hiking guide. As a native of the Sacred Valley and an ethnic Quechuan, he was intimately knowledgeable about the cultural and historical significance of everything we did and saw, making him the best cultural guide, also.
S6178OIleahh,,Sep 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Hiking the Incan trail into Machu Picchu was truly a magical experience!!! Our guide, Miguel, was incredible. He has a deep knowledge of the land, both of the geography and the history. He is a great photographer, taking many pictures of us and allowing us lots of time to take in the sites. In addition to Machu Picchu we also saw the incredible Winaywayna Incan ruins, which was quieter and more secluded than Machu Picchu. After we also had the most amazing picnic. Highly recommend the Incan Trail with Miguel and Flash Packer!



brendenh733,,Sep 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Flashpacker did an excellent job setting everything up for our 2 day Inca trail trip. Our tour guide Miguel was excellent and spoke Quechua and knew a lot of the culture and history of the Quechua people (Incans). The accommodations were wonderful. They make sure you are well taken care of.
961maddiej,,Aug 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our 2-day trek with Amilcar exceeded our expectations! Having a private tour was so special, and it took so much stress away to have everything pre-booked for our travels (private transport, train ride, entrance to Inca trail & Machu Picchu, hotel, etc.) I would definitely recommend Flashpacker Connect to anyone and more specifically, Amilcar as a tour guide!




meganhL3278PF,,Apr 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We did the 2 day Inca trail trek to Machu Picchu and the 1 day to rainbow mountain tours. Our tour guide was Albert and we can’t say enough good things about him! The tours were amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the Incas and at the Treks. He was able to answer all of our questions and took us to the best spots for views/pictures. He was very approachable and gave us recommendations of restaurants to try and places to go in the city. I was sick during our trek up rainbow mountain and he helped make sure I still got up the mountain which I appreciated so much. We also enjoyed all of our meals that were provided to us. Highly recommend this company and Albert as your tour guide!



krolo1994,,Jan 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an amazing experience on the 4 day Inka trail hike with Flashpackers! The views were stunning and it was so special to see so many ruins ahead of Machu Picchu - highly highly recommend. Full credit goes to the incredible team who made our experience so special! Our guide, Ricardo, was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much about the history and significance of different ruins along the trail. Our chef and sous chef (Charli & Santos) were exceptionally talented and prepared high quality and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We’re also still in awe of how our porters (Nilo, Juan, Abran, Fidel, and Santos) carried all our belongings with such ease. They also made the trip super comfortable as we always arrived to a set up camp, allowing us to relax and enjoy our down time. Though we went during rainy season, we were lucky with our weather. The clouds kept the trail cool and we only had a night of dense fog. We only had a few sporadic bursts of rain that quickly passed. It worked well in our favor - the trail wasn’t crowded and we had many mornings and afternoons all to ourselves. Would definitely trade a few instances of rain for a peaceful trek! Recommendations for future travelers: bring hand sanitizer and always have toilet paper on you! Bathrooms are fairly frequent along the trail, but most don’t have soap. We also brought body wipes to clean ourselves at night and really enjoyed feeling clean at night!








Dreamer272693,,Nov 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
I recently completed the 2-day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with my adult son. He also posted a review so I won't repeat his excellent summary. I highly recommend adding the 13K hike (~ 1800 ft climb) if at all possible. I gained a much deeper appreciation for the physicality of the place and the lives of the Inca and Peruvian indigenous peoples. The landscape is stunning and the Inca trail is a marvel in itself. The second day is completely focused on Machu Picchu in this context. Our guide, Rosbel Borda ("Ross"), was excellent. Beyond his warmth, smile, patience, and attention to detail was a deep love and pride for his people and the ongoing mystery of what they accomplished. I told my son, "Now there is someone who loves his job." I have been on many tours around the world. In most cases, I gain lots of interesting information. Ross guided me past knowledge into experiencing this sacred place and the people whose presence was palpable even today. Please book this tour with Ross and give him a deep bow from me.

MedLandier,,Aug 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was an amazing experience, and Flashpacker made it absolutely worry free - they took care of all the planning and details, travel logistics, and had everything setup and well-planned so that everything went step by step without a single worry. Our guide, Gio, was amazing - he had such a wealth of knowledge of both the Incas and the nature around us, was a great photographer (some of the best photos we have from the trip), and he found ways to encourage us and inspire us through our trek. From our personal guide, to our amazingly presented picnic lunch, to our amazing access to Machu Picchu at the end of the day, we could not have asked for more personal and VIP treatment in such an environment. Obsoletely amazing - the greatest guided tour I ever had!

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