Short Inca trail to Machu Picchu

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The Short Inca trail to Machu Picchu 2 Days is the most iconic 2 Days Hike to Machu Picchu. Despite the shorter trek time.

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There is no doubt that the Inca Trail is one of the largest excursions in the world. The four or five-day trek, which zigzags through the snow-covered Andes Mountains, the lush Amazon jungle and a host of other beautiful lands, culminates with the ultimate reward: a majestic view of Short Inca trail to Machu Picchu 2 days. And after a few enthralling days of sweating along the path, there is no greater feeling than watching the dramatic complex of ruins and its surrounding peaks as the fog rises. That being said, only 500 people are lucky enough to turn on the trail every day. For the rest of us who are tied up for days off and money or simply procrastinators (you have to book fast-selling tickets months in advance), we saw a handful of equally epic alternatives to the sacred Inca site. From a spectacular view to a wild fauna that leaves you speechless, each one of them makes the extra mile.

1. Salkantay

The Salkantay Trek could only be the most popular substitute of the classic, and with good reason. Just like the Inca Trail, this five-day journey to Machu Picchuit also concerns diversity. During the epic journey, hikers will cross the Mollepata valley and cross the snow-capped peaks, thermal springs, tropical jungles, ruins and, of course, the 20,500-foot namesake, Mount Salkantay. But the spectacular Andean views are not easy. Although mules are present along the way to help weary travelers drag their belongings along, the arduous hike reaches a height of over 15,000 feet at times. To put things in perspective, the Inca Trail never exceeds 13,800 feet. Talk about taking things to new levels - literally

2. Lares

Think of this picturesque trek from three to five days as a natural elliptical. And while you could burst into abundant sweat, the evocative scenery is worth it. Usually starting from the small town of Lares Trek 4 days, hikers can expect to cross remote villages full of farmers and artisans and come face to face with various hot springs, river va

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