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Small Group: 4-Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu

Recommended by 97% of travelers
Cusco, Peru
  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Gateway to UNESCO–listed Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail ranks among the world’s most famous treks, and the walking routes can get busy. On this tour—limited to 10 people—follow your guide through the dense jungle and experience the Inca Trail in a small group. With important logistics including entry fees, tented accommodation, transportation, and meals included, you’re free to relax and soak up the spectacular scenery.
  • Follow the Inca Trail to UNESCO–listed Machu Picchu with your guide
  • Avoid the crowds on a small-group tour, limited to 10 people
  • Accommodation, admission, transportation, and meals are included
  • Hassle-free round-trip transport from central Cusco

What's Included

  • Professional English-Speaking guide
  • Small Group, Maximum 12 people.
  • Chef
  • Porters to carry cooking and camping equipment.
  • Personal porter to carry 5kg of your gear you can enjoy the trek to the full.
  • Pick-up from your hotel
  • Transportation by bus to Km 82
  • Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco.
  • Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
  • Dining tent with tables and chairs
  • Oxygen bottle
  • Inflatable sleeping Mattress
  • Comfortable and very spacious 4 man tent (one tent is used by two people)
  • First aid kit
  • Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
  • Hot water every morning
  • Inflatable pillow (you need to carry)
  • BRIEFING 1 or 2 days prior to the trek
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • Dinner (3)
    Dinner
  • Breakfast (3)
    Breakfast
  • Sleeping Bag (Can be rented from local tour operator)
  • 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
.5:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

PISCACUCHO TO WAYLLABAMBA (15 KM)

1 Stop

1

Inca Trail

5 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Wayllabamba.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

WAYLLABAMBA TO PACAYMAYO (16 KM)

1 Stop

1

Inca Trail

7 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Pacaymayo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

PACAYMAYU TO WIÑAYHUAYNA (10 KM)

1 Stop

1

Inca Trail

8 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Campsite in Wiñayhuayna.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

WIÑAYHUAYNA TO MACHU PICCHU (5 KM)

1 Stop

1

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

9 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart disease or other serious medical conditions
  • Important: Upon booking, please contact the email address on your voucher to advise of any specific requirements and flight information
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Important: 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.
  • Near public transportation
  • It is strongly recommended to book your Inca Trail at least 5 months in advance as permits can quickly sell out. What you need to bring:
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • 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
  • Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
  • If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $850.00

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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