Short Inca Trail 2 days hike to Machu Picchu

An adventurous and cultural trip to Machu Picchu has been on my bucket list for years. We monitored the cases in Peru and felt confident the Peruvian Government, people and tourism providers were exercising all the right safety measures to keep customers and themselves safe. And our expectations were more than exceeded. Everyone in Peru is wearing masks whether indoors or outdoors and when necessary wearing face-shields. The Peruvian people were extraordinary. So hospitable and happy to see some tourists visiting their amazing country. We choose TreXperience four our 4-day trek because they are locally owned and operated, promote sustainable tourism, they empower woman (Tania was one of our porters and she carried ½ her body weight) on top of their exceptional reviews and awards. TreXperience surpassed our expectations from booking to departure. Providing exceptional customer service, doing so much of the little things along with the big stuff, VERY WELL! Little things like...hot water and a cloth to wash our face and hands after a long day, a tarp, extra sleeping pad, and wool blanket to keep us warm and dry, coco leaves to help us with the altitude, shipping us a souvenir gift we left behind, teaching us Quechua (the ancient language of the Inca people) and the big things like… a popup toilet, delicious meals, spectacular treks and moments to explore and learn more about the fauna, flora and Inca history. All done with exceptional hospitality, smiles, and Peruvian Pride. Thank you to the TreX Team; our porters Tomy, Tania and Elvis our chef Celso and our guide Elisban. He was so knowledgeable, interesting, laughed at my jokes, gave us an extra hand and encouragement when we needed it, made great conversation, and much more. There was a moment when I looked out our train to see Elisban waving to us to make sure we got settled okay. I looked at my daughter and said, “I really like Elisban, he is the best guide I have ever done a trip with.” I traveled with my 9-year-old daughter and we are pretty fit. We selected the 4D/3N Alternative Inca Trail trek based on Colonel’s suggestion. The classic Inca 4D trek is not an option for us as it was closed due to a March rockslide. I am glad it wasn’t open as the Alternative trek was perfect. We explored the highlands, trekked above the sacred valley, saw a couple of villages, didn’t get burned out on camping, and got to experience the best part of the Inca trail! While at times it was sobering to see so few tourists and to have Winaywayna, the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu to practically to ourselves. It was a great time to visit allowing us to truly appreciate the beauty, deep, and impressive history of the Cusco region and the remarkable Inca sites. If you are thinking about a trip to Machu Picchu, book it! And book with TreXperience. It will be one of the best treks and trips you’ve taken!

My wife and I planned a short trip to Peru where we had 4 days to spend in Cusco. We knew exactly what we wanted to do during our time there (Tour the Sacred Valley, Short Inca Trail / Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain). Selecting tour companies in Cusco can be really overwhelming as there are so many to choose from. After hours of research and reading thousands of reviews we decided to get in touch with TreXperience and a few other companies with regards to a custom tour package. Almost immediately, Tom from TreXperience responded with a custom package and a detailed itinerary of everything we wanted to see (far more detailed than any other company and inclusive of all our needs). We had some follow up questions and they were all answered in a timely and professional manner. We were really impressed with the communication with TreXperinece (and also the reasonable price) therefore decided to book our trip with them. Our experience in Cusco was truly remarkable and we have to thank all TreXperience staff involved for their effort. The service they provided was impeccable. We were promised a door to door service and they delivered. We did not have to worry about any transportation (pickup and drop-off from the airport and all the tours were included). Most of our meals were also covered (some meals were not included but they were clearly identified ahead of time therefore we were well prepared). As mentioned earlier, compared to other tour companies TreXperience‘s prices were also reasonable. They were not the cheapest, but the service they provided was truly exceptional. It was well worth the hassle / worry free experience. We had the pleasure of being accompanied by two extraordinary guides over the 4 days. They were both knowledgeable, friendly and spoke English very well. Elisban was our guide for the Rainbow Mountain tour. The climb up to Rainbow Mountain can be very challenging, especially if you are not used to the altitude. Elisban was very patient with us during the entire climb and even encouraged us to take it easy and go at a comfortable pace. He was well equipped and brought along all the necessary equipment (trekking poles, oxygen tank, etc.). Lastly, we wanted to mention the second biggest highlight of our trip (first being Machu Picchu) CARLOS!! Our guide for the Sacred Valley and Short Inca Trail / Machu Picchu tour. Carlos is truly a wonderful person who went above and beyond to make this trip memorable for us. Aside from being knowledgeable and passionate about what he does, Carlos really made us feel welcome and a part of his family. He was more than happy to answer all our questions and share his experience. We informed Carlos about our dietary restrictions when we arrived and he made sure everything was taken care of even when he wasn’t around. He made sure we got on all our busses and trains on time (he even took us to the bus and train stations when he was off duty). Thank you Carlos for making this trip special for us. We cannot recommend TreXperience enough for anyone planning a trip to Peru. Their remarkable staff and dedication to client satisfaction will guarantee that you will have a memorable time. Again, don’t just take our word for it, read everyone else’s review.

Absolutely cool, once in a lifetime experience - walking the inca trail on the 2 day tour by TreXperience with our person guide: MAURO! He was such a cool guide, explaining us a lot about the nature on the path, history of the Incas and Quechas, their buildings, Latin American and especially Peruvian history - AMAZING. Also driving in the train was superb experience. Seeing Machu Picchu when coming through the Sungate after the whole day walking on the Inca trail: unbelievable cool! Yes, it was relatively expensive, however, it was all organised perfectly and everything was of excellent service, can deeply recommend this as long as Machu Picchu can still be visited!

We have just completed our 2 day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Trexperience and we feel a mixture of joy, pride and physical exhaustion ! First of all , Carlos went out of his way to meet our needs before the trek, organising free transport and recommending accomodation before the start date. He suggested staying in Ollantaytambo a lovely town before the trail - tip - this also means you get a few extra hours in bed when your guide picks you up early in the morning! (Rather than coming all the way from Cusco). Carlos also arranged free transport for us a day or so after the trek was finished. It sjows this company go above and beyond. Secondly, our guide Jose was incredible. He was fun, friendly, very knowledgable and always happy to answer questions. He created a good dynamic within our team and always made sure we were taken care of. Honestly, there are so many companies who offer packages like this, but Trexperience are great. The trek is organised so you arrive at Machu Picchu through The Sungate late afternoon - this means there are far less people and you really feel the magic and mystery of it all. The second day involves the guided tour around the actual site, but this is with hundreds of other people (naturally) and we were glad to see it virtually empty the evening before. The hotel we were booked into was absolutely lovely - beautiful view onlooking the waterfall. Ultimately, the experience exceeded our expectations and it was worth every penny.

Joyce, was very personable and welcoming. Always patient and helpful answering our questions. Great organization and planning. The tour and visit went very smoothly. I would recommend Joyce highly