4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Cusco, Peru

4 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

Hiking a portion of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the top adventures in Peru. On this 4-day Classic Inca Trail hike, explore the Andes on foot, tackle sections of the vast network of footpaths created by the Inca in the 1500s, visit archaeological sites along the way, and experience the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most famous tourist attraction in the country. Relax and take it all in backed by a crew of porters and a camp cook with vegetarian food available.

Tackle a classic hike and explore a top attraction
Avoid crowds with a maximum of eight people
Gain insights from an English-speaking guide
Hassle-free pickup and drop-off

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Pick-up from your hotel
Transportation by bus to Km 82
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+
Chef
Porters to carry cooking and camping equipment
Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks (happy hour) and 3 dinners
Dining tent with tables and chairs
4-man tent for every 2 trekkers
Inflatable sleeping mattress -(you need to carry this unless you hire a personal porter)
Oxygen bottle and first-aid kit
Dinner (3)

Dinner
Lunch (3)

Lunch
Breakfast (3)

Breakfast

Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from tour operator)
Personal Porter ($USD80)
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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

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.

Operating hours
.5:30 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Pisacucho to Wayllabamba (12 km)

1 Stop

Inca Trail

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Wayllabamba.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Day 2: Wayllabamba to Pacaymayo (11 km)

1 Stop

Inca Trail

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Pacaymayo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

DAY 3: PACAYMAYO – CHAQUIKOCHA – WIÑAYHUAYNA (12 Km)

1 Stop

Inca Trail

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Wiñay Huayna.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

DAY 4: WIÑAY WAYNA TO MACHU PICCHU

1 Stop

Machu Picchu

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Upon booking, please send the following information for each traveler to the email address on your voucher:
Full Name
Not wheelchair accessible
Nationality
Passport Number
Date of Birth
Advise if you want vegetarian meals or have any special dietary requirements please let us know as soon as possible. It’s easy to arrange and there’s no extra cost.
If you have an allergy to certain types of food please ensure that this is written on your trek voucher as well as reminding both the guide and the cook on the trail. We do not accept bookings from clients with life-threatening allergies.
Important: Upon booking, please contact the email address on your voucher to advise of any specific requirements and flight information

Note: 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
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
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
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.