About this experience
The 4-day Classic Inca Trail is more than just a trek, it’s a journey through time, following the very paths the Inca once walked. Every step on these ancient stone-paved roads leads you deeper into a world of hidden ruins, cloud forests, and breathtaking Andean peaks, culminating in the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu at sunrise.
This is an adventure that awakens the soul. Walking in small groups allows for deeper connections, with the land, with history, and with fellow travelers. For an even more immersive experience, a personal porter can lighten your load, so you can focus on the magic around you.
Some trips are simply unforgettable, this is one of them. Feel the energy of the Andes, chase the footsteps of an ancient empire, and stand at the Sun Gate as the mist lifts over Machu Picchu. Your adventure begins now, secure your place on the Inca Trail!
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 6 years
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Local guides to help you plan
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Guide
Plan the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with practical guidance on permits, the Km 82 route, timing, published access rates, and booking decisions.
Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.
Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
A Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco is possible, but it requires advance entry tickets, carefully matched transport, and a very early start. Use this practical guide to choose a circuit, build a realistic schedule, compar
What is included
- BRIEFING 1 or 2 days prior to the trek
- Inflatable sleeping Mattress
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- First aid kit
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Chef
- Breakfast
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Hot water every morning
- Oxygen bottle
- Small Group, Maximum 12 people.
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
- Inflatable pillow (you need to carry)
- Professional English-Speaking guide
- Personal porter to carry 5kg of your gear you can enjoy the trek to the full.
- Comfortable and very spacious 4 man tent (one tent is used by two people)
- Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco.
- Transportation by bus to Km 82
- Porters to carry cooking and camping equipment.
Not included
- Sleeping Bag (Can be rented from local tour operator)
- Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 4
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain.
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We'll pick you up from the lobby or front door of your hotel, Airbnb, hostel, or any accommodation located in Cusco's historic center.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Audio
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inkayni Peru Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart disease or other serious medical conditions
- Important: Upon booking, please contact the email address on your voucher to advise of any specific requirements and flight information
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Important: Since 2000 the Inca trail has been regulated by the country of Peru. This has provided many wonderful things, like clean trails and camping sites, but it has also limited the amount of people on the trail each day. Now only 500 people are permitted on the trail every morning – this includes hikers, guides, porters and cooks.
- It is strongly recommended to book your Inca Trail at least 5 months in advance as permits can quickly sell out. What you need to bring:
- Original Passport, ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Clothes: Walking boots, Waterproof jacket / rain poncho, Warm jacket, Hat and gloves, T-shirts, comfortable trousers
- Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
- If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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