Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – 4 Days / 3 Nights

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Cusco, Peru

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

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Overview

What's Included

Permits and tickets for the Inca Trail route.
Entrance to Machu Picchu (Circuit 1C)(day 3)(Circuit 3B)(day 4)
Tourist Class return train Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Licensed bilingual Guide
Return bus ticket (Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes).
All transportation and transfers during the tour
All Camping Accommodation and Equipment (3 nights in high-quality tents for 2 people)
Cook, dining tent, and chairs
Porters to carry all camping equipment
Transportation of personal belongings.
Duffle bag for personal items (up to 5 Kg/11 lb carried by porters)
Water, tea time, and daily snacks on the trail
Walkie-talkies and emergency satellite phones
Extras: Bag cover
Safety: First aid kit and oxygen supply
Pre-departure briefing
Small-group tour for up to 10 people
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Dinner (3)

Dinner
Lunch (3)

Lunch
Breakfast (4)

Breakfast

Gear: Sleeping Bag & Trekking Poles
Lunch in Aguas Calientes and dinner in Cusco (Day 4)
Clothing and personal hiking equipment
Gratuities for the staff (Optional)
Travel Insurance

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We recommend booking hotels in the center of Cusco. We pick up all travelers from their hotels between 04:30 and 05:00 am.

Operating hours
.4:30 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Cusco - Piscacucho (KM 82) - Llactapata - Ayapata

5 Stops

Cusco

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ollantaytambo

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piscacucho

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Inca Trail

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ayapata

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Ayapata Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Ayapata - Dead Woman’s Pass - Pacaymayu – Runkurakay Pass – Sayaqmarka - Chaquiqocha

6 Stops

Ayapata

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Warmi Wañusqa

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Pakaymayu

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Runkurakay

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sayacmarca

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Chaquicocha Campsite

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Chaquicocha Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Chaquiqocha - Phuyupatamarka - Intipata - Wiñay Wayna

3 Stops

Puyupatamarca

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Ruins of Intipata

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Winay Wayna

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Wiñay Wayna Campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Wiñay Wayna - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes - Cusco

5 Stops

Inti Punku Sungate

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Aguas Calientes

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ollantaytambo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cusco (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek so you can get used to the altitude

The Inca Trail is highly demanded, specially in high season (May to September). Book this trip at least five months in advance to secure a spot.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day
Children aged 12 and over may participate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure.
Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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.