Inca Trail Express: 2-Day Journey to Machu Picchu

This short 2-day Inca Trail is perfect for those who wish to experience the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu but have little time, it allows you to visit the most magnificent ruins such as Chachabamba and Winawayna, and then enter on foot through the Sun Gate as the Incas did and have a guided tour of the famous Machu Picchu.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Cusco - Kilometer 104 - Aguas Calientes

Winay Wayna - Starting the 2-day Inca Trail hike from Cusco at 4:00 am, we embark on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Ollantaytambo for breakfast, followed by a train ride to kilometer 104, the trail’s starting point. The 15km trek along the Classic Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley features Inca sites and a…

What's Included
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners (vegetarian option available)
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Access fees to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Discover00967984689
Feb 26, 2026
Great tour if you are tight on time and want to maximize your time. - The tour guide Giovani was fantastic. He was full of information and attentive to every need or concern any one of us had. The trip was very well organized and timed with all the activities and places we visited in two days.
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C5835eecolleens
Feb 16, 2026
Great company, great tours. - We did the 2 day Inca Trail with AB Expeditions and they were fantastic. The organisation and booking process was easy and all of my questions were responded to quickly. My daughter is coeliac and our highly skilled chefs were able to cater for her dietary needs. Our chefs were really good and the food was both plentiful and excellent. Our guide, Bernie, was very patient as we did this very long uphill walk, which required "little rests" along the way. Bernie provided lots of information on our guided tour of Circuits 1 and 3. I was keen to see Circuit 2 and requested AB Expeditions buy us tickets for Circuit 2 so we could explore it on our own. Everything ran smoothly. Our transfers, the train, the bus (slightly delayed due to a land slide. A bit of excitement!), the tour, even the weather. We chose the camping option and due to rain our tents were moved to an undercover area and elevated to prevent us being flooded. We appreciated that. The weather cooperated and the rain stopped so we could see Machu Picchu. We also did a one day Sacred Valley trip with AB Expeditions. Ricardo was our guide and he was excellent. We chose Option D which was a full day covering a huge circuit and including archaeological sites, the salt mines and the Textile Centre. Whilst the Textile Centre was fun and informative, all of their items were double or triple the price of the exact same items available in Cusco. That was disappointing, as I was keen to visit and really wanted to make some purchases. We enjoyed our Sacred Valley tour and highly recommend booking with AB Expeditions.
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Camper07828803581
Feb 14, 2026
Amazing - Had an amazing experience with our guide, Aiben, from AB Expeditions!! The tour was absolutely amazing, and our guide made the trip so worthwhile. We learned so much about the history, can’t believe we got to experience it. Would recommended Aiben and AB Expeditions to anyone looking to take a tour here.
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W94xgalicev
Feb 14, 2026
Aiben - The Machu Picchu Tour Guy - Our tour guide was Aiben. HE WAS FANTASIC. He answered all questions that were asked, very knowledgeable and friendly. We did the sacred valley and Machu Picchu. If you ask me, he’s the Machu Picchu GUY! Organized, great personality and funny. Thank you Aiben for being a great tour guy. 10/10 would recommend.
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515diyanab
Feb 14, 2026
2 days in Machu Picchu - Aiben was the best tour guide! He is absolutely fantastic — funny, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. He made the whole experience fun and memorable while sharing great stories and insights along the way. His sense of humor kept the group energized, and you could tell he genuinely loves what he does. We did the 2 day tour with circuit 2A in Machu Picchu, and it was excellent!! Highly recommend this tour, especially if you get him as your guide!
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Sroseee
Feb 14, 2026
Great tour - Aiben was great! He was very informed and chill. The tour was beautiful, starting at Sacred Valley and moving over to Machu Picchu. Thanks Aiben!
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731talias
Jan 28, 2026
Trip to Cusco - Our family had an amazing experience with AB Expeditions, and our guide Berni truly made the experience special. From the very beginning, the pickup was smooth, on time, and completely stress-free. Everything felt well organized, which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the experience. Throughout the tour, we felt taken care of every step of the way. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience fun for everyone in our family. The restaurant options were a huge highlight — every recommendation was delicious and felt authentic, not touristy at all. It was clear that AB Expeditions puts a lot of thought into creating meaningful, high-quality experiences. From pickup to drop-off, the entire day flowed perfectly, and our family walked away with incredible memories. I would highly recommend AB Expeditions specifically Berni to anyone looking for a well-planned, enjoyable, and unforgettable tour.
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Mauricer748
Jan 28, 2026
Bernabe, best AB Expeditions Guide - Bernabe was a tour guide. He was terrific and very knowledgeable of the trip. His continued professionalism and privacy for my group made this experience unforgettable.
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Aaronso766mq
Jan 23, 2026
Great Inca Trail Experience - Wonderful hiking experience with AB expeditions. Our guide Bernie was knowledgeable about the Inca sites we passed, and I feel that we collectively learnt a lot. The food prepared by our chef, William, was fantastic, with an assortment of Peruvian dishes, such as, fresh guacamole. The only caveat to the experience was the frequent rain, however, given our trek in the rainy season, combined with the mountainous climate, I feel this hard to avoid. I reccomend all travellers to bring sufficent rain gear. Overall, I storngly reccomend AB expeditions.
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T6345iisaraj
Jan 23, 2026
5/5! - We had a really great tour with Bernie, doing the 2-day Machu Picchu option. William made us the best Peruan meal we’ve had in our one month of traveling. Great choice if you have a bit shorter time but still want a rich experience.
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From $670
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).