About this experience
The Inca Trail 4-day trek is a famous hiking route in Peru that leads to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The trail covers approximately 42 kilometers (26 miles) and takes four days to complete. The trek passes through different terrains, including high-altitude mountains, cloud forests, and subtropical jungles.
The journey begins on km 82 and follows an ancient Inca road, passing through several archaeological sites, including the ruins of Llactapata, Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, and Wiñaywana. Along the trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes Mountains and the surrounding valleys.
During the trek, hikers will climb to the highest point of the trail, known as Dead Woman's Pass, which reaches an altitude of 4,215 meters (13,828 feet). On the final day of the trek, hikers walk to the Sun Gate, the entrance to the Machu Picchu Inca citadel, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the site and surrounding mountains.
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 a high 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.
Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
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Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
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What is included
- A shuttle bus down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes;
- Transfer by tourist transportation to the initial point of the Inca Trail at Km 82;
- Lunch
- On this trek, you will have the opportunity to sponsor the planting of native trees
- Dinner
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle;
- Toilet tent
- The pre-trek briefing;
- Breakfast
- All taxes and fees are included;
- A personal super porter for carrying your duffel bag for personal belongings (up to 7 kg/11 lbs)
- Inca Trail permit and entrance fee to Machu Picchu;
- Super Porters to carry food, camping, and cooking equipment;
- Experienced tour guide
- Camping equipment: Kitchen and dining tents, kitchen utensils, tables, chairs, gas bottle;
- Tourist train from return from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo;
- Tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco;
- Water will be provided at every campsite by our chef.
- Eureka tent: 2 people occupy each 4-person tent which allows higher comfort and luggage security
- It is a special t-shirt to remember your experience and survival of the hike;
- Accommodation: 3x camping;
- Plastic Rain Poncho;
- Confort sleeping roll mattress;
- A professional trekking chef;
Not included
- First breakfast and last lunch in Aguas Calientes Town;
- Sleeping bag (U$ 25);
- Hiking poles (U$ 20);
- U$ 20 ,a Rest mattress inflatable on the trail
- Tips and extra expenses to buy souvenirs;
- Peru travel insurance
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning. It is very important to wait inside your hotel or Airbnb. Our guide will contact you a day before the trek for a briefing.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inca Trail Machu
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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