About this experience

On this tour you will visit the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after a 4-day trek. The trek takes you through the enigmatic Inca Trail, which connects the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. During the trek you will explore the numerous pre-hispanic ruins scattered along the Inca Trail, such as Puyupatamarca and Wiñay Wayna.

The trail, which runs through the Andes mountain range, travels through a variety of Andean ecosystems, including cloud forest and alpine tundra. The Inca Trail ends at the Sun Gate on Machu Picchu mountain, which provides a unique view of the citadel during sunrise. The bus and train tickets to return to Cusco are included.

At a glance

Duration: 96 hr

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4-Day Inca Trail with Transfers from Cusco

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour96 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

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

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.

Inca Rail vs PeruRail Guide

Compare Inca Rail and PeruRail for Machu Picchu: train services, boarding points, schedules, luggage, costs, and the final trip from Aguas Calientes.

What is included

Professional Chef
Sleeping mattress
First aid kit
Drinkable water
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
3 afternoon snacks and various snacks to be eaten throughout the day.
Personal porter to carry 6 kilos / 13.2 pounds of your equipment.
Entrance tickets for the 4 day Inca Trail and Machu Picchu site
Oxygen bottle
Pickup and drop-off at your hotel
Professional Tour Leader
Duffel Bag
Bus ticket from Machu Picchu site to Aguas Calientes town (Machu Picchu pueblo)
Private transportation by bus to Km 82
Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
2-man tent for every 2 trekkers

Not included

Breakfast on day 1
Lunch in Aguas Calientes
Lunch and Dinner on the last day

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

We will pick you up in your hotel.

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Machu Picchu Tours

Accessibility and practical details

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 96 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

We will pick you up in your hotel.

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Adult tickets: age 8+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?