The Sacred Valley of the Incas is a stunningly beautiful place full of history and culture. The Short Inca Trail is the perfect way to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 1 day.

The Sacred Valley is located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It was an important center of Inca culture and served as the empire's capital for a time. The valley is home to many ruins, archaeological sites, and natural wonders like mountains, rivers, and lakes.

The Short Inca Trail is a popular trekking route that takes you through some of the most scenic landscapes of the cloud forest. The trail starts at Km 104; visit Wiñaywayna and arrive at the Sungate, where you can see the famous citadel of Machu Picchu.

During the 3 days tour, you'll pass through picturesque villages, lush vegetation, and ancient ruins. Whether interested in history, culture, or nature, the Sacred Valley + Short Inca Trail has something for everyone. So don't wait any longer; book your trip today!

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Sacred Valley tour - Ollantaytambo

Day 2: Ollantaytambo - Km 104 - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu

Day 3: Explore Machu Picchu - Return to Cusco

Trekking poles

$10

Huayna Picchu Mountain (if available)

$68

Montaña Machu Picchu (if available)

$68

Our guide Klever was fantastic; eager to share his vast knowledge and personal background. I learned so much and loved the details he shared of the areas we visited.

By Jack B for Private Short Inca Trail 2 days to Machu Picchu - Team Corey on Apr 01, 2025

10 out of 10! Rosmel assisted with my booking and kindly answered every question and concern (and I had a lot!). The drivers were all timely and very safe on the road. The guides (Miguel and Filio) were enthusiastic, knowledgeable and genuinely did all they could to ensure a great experience. The chefs were great too, and I loved getting to try traditional dishes. The hotel rooms were clean and comfortable with a delicious breakfast. As a solo female traveler, I always felt safe and didn't stress at all once I was picked up. All group sizes were small (5 was the biggest) and allowed a lot of personal attention. I cannot recommend this company enough!

By Karla B for Machu Picchu tour & Rainbow Mountain 5 days - for Karla on Mar 31, 2025

Having a private guide is so much better than trying to keep Up with a group and trying to get close to the guide so you can hear what they are saying. Our guide, Toro, was very patient, very considerate and very knowledgeable! He also escorted us to two different family owned restaunts that were insanely delicious! I highly recommend this personalized experience for Machu Picchu!

By Holly L for Private Tour Guide for Machu Picchu - Holly x 02 on Mar 30, 2025

Considering it was the wettest March for a long time WeTravel managed to rebook us from our cancelled (due to safety) hiking trip to Machu Picchu onto a 2 day trip to Machu Picchu including the Sacred Valley. Janet was awesome in the process of rebooking and ensuring we all had our passes. Their guide Roger was excellent in describing everything as well as keeping the whole group entertained. I would use them again without hesitation. Steve

By Stephen D for Short Inca Trail 2 days to Machu Picchu without hotel - Steve x 02 on Mar 30, 2025

It was an unforgettable experience. Our guide Filio is excellent he told us their ancestral traditions and help about everything during the trip. After we webt back to our tent for lunch hit by hail storm and all the crew did their best to protect us they are very professional. Thanks for all Filio, our driver, our chef and second chef they are the best. And also food, food was fabtastic as well.

By Bilge O for Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Tour - TreXperience on Mar 30, 2025

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Sacred Valley + Short Inca Trail 3 days - Gillianx 3-Triple room-GSA

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