Classic IncaTrail to Machu Picchu
Live an unforgettable experience hiking the Inca trail to the lost city of Machu Picchu, one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world! Four days of hiking will allow you to have the most fascinating experience following the real Inca's trail through mysterious mountains with magical scenery. Do not miss your opportunity to have this unforgettable adventure, contact us now and check availability. You will have personalized service, English-speaking guides, quality tours, and 24-hour assistance during your entire tour in Peru.
Notice all our tours are fully customizable.
Please look over the itinerary below to see all details and contact us to arrange your once in a life time experience.
*Inca Trail Rules information: please keep in mind that the access to the Inca trail is controlled by SERNANP (Machu Picchu Authority) which has stablished a maximum number of people allowed on the trail per day. Inca trail permits are granted on a first come first served basis so your Inca trail permit will be confirmed only after your passport information and deposit are provided. The Inca trail permits are limited to 500 per day (trek permits are also required for the porters and cooks) so it is very important that we receive your Inca Trail reservations as far ahead as possible.
| Trek Notes |
| Trek code |
ECST 01 |
| Duration |
Four days |
| Difficulty Level |
Demanding |
| Max altitude |
13,780 ft/4,200 m |
| Accommodation |
Four-season tents |
| Season |
March to Jan |
| Price |
$590.00 |
Provided Gear
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Four season Kelty Quartz Tent/Four season REI Cirque 3 ASL Tent.
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Therma-rest sleeping pad.
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Cooking and eating utensils while camping
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Duffel bag (medium-size)
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco - Km 82 - Huayllabamba.
Early morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven (with your trek group) through the Sacred Valley to the trailhead at Km 82, the starting point of the Inca Trail where our Crew of Quechua Porters will be waiting for us to start our Inca trail hike to Machu Picchu. After crossing the Urubamba River we set off on our four-day adventure, we hike through the eucalyptus groves having amazing views of the Vilcanota Mountain Range and the snow-capped peak Veronica, we stop to have a view of Llaqtapata, a massive Inca complex of agricultural terrace; after passing some small Quechua villages we arrive at our first campsite near the community of Huayllabamba (hiking time: approx 6 hours).
(L, D)
Day 2: Huayllabamba - Warmiwañusca Pass - Pacaymayo.
Today is the most challenging day of our four-day trek to Machu Picchu; we start with a consistent breakfast in order to be able to reach the highest point of our trek, the dead woman Pass (13,780 feet/4,200 meters); we hike through the thick forest and stop at Llulluchapampa, where our guide tells us the story of this place. The trail climbs steeply towards Warmiwañusca Pass, known as the dead Woman Pass from where we will have an impressive vista of peaks and our route to Pacaymayo, our next camp site. We start to descend by a rock stepped trail, slowly and carefully, finally we arrive at Pacaymayo valley (11,810 feet/3,600 meters), our next campsite where we will have our tents already set up by our Quechua Porters (hiking time: approx 7 hours).
(B, L, D)
Day 3: Pacaymayo - Wiñaywayna.
This morning, we will climb up for almost one hour through an Inca stairway to Runkurakay ruins, a construction to rest used by Incan Couriers following the Royal Inca Trail during Inca times; the trail continues to climb toward Runkurakay pass (12,630 feet/3,850 meters) from where we have spectacular views of the snow peaks of the Pumasillo range; then we descend gradually towards the Inca Complex of Sayaqmarka (11,772 feet/3,588 meters); on the way we will pass through a green tunnel formed by the forest turning it into a fantasy walkway, beautiful orchids start to appear; it is so impressive how the Incas built these roads along the mountains and rainforest. We visit one of the most impressive Incas’ sites, the archaeological center of Phuyupatamarka (11,722 feet/3,572 meters), a strategic point with a beautiful view.
Finally, we camp near Wiñaywayna (8,829 feet/2,691 meters), the most spectacular archaeological complex of the entire Inca Trail (hiking time: approx 8 hours).
(B, L, D)
Day 4: Sun gate - Machu Picchu - Cusco.
After a very early wake up, we start our way to Inti Punku (The Sun Gate) where we are rewarded with our first vista of Machu Picchu!
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, you will have a guided tour of this impressive Inca city and learn about the history of this site, who lived here, how it was discovered in modern times and why the Spaniards never found it. You will have some insight into the various features of this sacred city and have free time to really enjoy yourself alone in this spectacularly located site, an unforgettable experience that will stay with you forever!
Afternoon: Expedition train Aguas Calientes – Cusco.
On your arrival at Cusco train station you will be met by our representative and transferred to your Hotel
(hiking time: approx 2 1/2 hours).
(B)
Classic Inca Trail trek price: US$590 per person.
Trek price inclusions:
Professional English speaking guide, pre-departure information meeting, four-season tents, sleeping pad, duffel bag, first aid kit, portable oxygen tank, cooking equipment, nine meals during the trek, transfers, bus ticket Machu Picchu-Aguas Calientes, Expedition train ticket Aguas Calientes-Cusco, cook, porter support (who carry all tents, cooking equipment and food), Inca trail and Machu Picchu entrance fees.
Trek price does not include:
Domestic air fares to Cusco, airport taxes, meals other than those specified in your itinerary, sleeping bag (If you need sleeping bags please contact us) personal porter, personal expenses, personal insurance, and tips.
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