The Classic Inca Trail Trek - 4D/3N
Description
The Inca Trail in Peru follows in the ancient footsteps of the Inca Empire to the world-famous "Lost City of the Inca": Machu Picchu. The popular hike was once used to communicate with the "Antis" (the jungle people), and today, the 45-kilometre Inca Trail is the most famous hike in South America.
The Inca Trail links a range of stunningly preserved Inca ruins, while the scenery itself is absolutely breathtaking. Get ready for views of snow-capped mountains that give way to the lush, humid cloud forest. Our four-day Inca Trail hiking tour concludes with a guided visit to the ruins of Machu Picchu - a truly unforgettable experience.
Remember that Inca Trail Tickets are limited. You need to book the Inca Trail between 2 up till 6 months ahead. If no Inca trail tickets are available the Salkantay Trek is one of the most popular alternatives. You can also choose a train tour to Machu Picchu.
Itinerary Inca Trail
Day 1
We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and take you to the starting point of the Inca Trail by bus. From here, it’s seven hours of hiking to reach the first campsite, located in Huayllabamba. Total distance hiked: 11 kilometers.
Day 2
We start hiking after a nutritious breakfast. Today, the mountain pass of Warmi Wañusca, which sits at a - quite literally - breath-taking 4,200-meters above sea level, is the highest point along our route. We also visit the round ruins of Runkurakay and those of Sayacmarca, accessed up steep stairs and camp the night at Pacaymayo. Total distance hiked: nine kilometers.
Day 3
After breakfast, we head off towards Runkurakay to cross a second high Andean pass, this time situated at 3,800m above sea level. We will then descend to Sayacmarca, an important archeological site where we will have a filling lunch to prepare us for the hike to Wiñay Wayna. We spend our third and final night on the trail camping here. Total distance hiked: 16 kilometers.
Day 4
After breakfast, we will walk to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku), which is the ancient entrance to the city of Machu Picchu. From this point, we can see the ruins in all their glory! Once inside the citadel, we will take a guided tour to learn more about the fascinating history of the Inca Empire. After spending time in the ruins, we descend to the village of Aguas Calientes by bus and then return to Cusco by train. Total distance hiked: six kilometers..
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Practical Information Inca Trail
Length:Four days
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Bring With You
- Backpack
- Hiking shoes
- Warm clothes – it can get cold in the mountains at night
- Rain jacket or Poncho
- Flashlight
- Camera
- Water Bottle
- A hat to protect you from the sun
- High-factor sun block
- Insect repellent
- Snacks (energy bars, chocolates etc.)
- A swimsuit for the thermal springs in Aguas Calientes
- Sleeping bag (can be rented)
- Passport
- Some cash for the tips, safe store, Aguas Calientes etc.
Included
- Pick up from accommodation before and transport to accommodation after the trek
- Professional, bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Porters, Cooks and camping equipment
- All meals, except those indicated below
- First aid kit with oxygen
- Entrance fees to the Inca trail and Machu Picchu
- Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket back to Cusco
Not Included
- Breakfast on day 1 and lunch and dinner on day 4
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu (although we can help you book this - contact us well in advance)
- Personal porters (we can help you book this - please contact us)
- Tips for porters, guides and cooks
- Sleeping bags & walking sticks (can be rented)
Additional Options
- Climbing Huayna Picchu costs extra per person. If you would like to climb Huayna Picchu, please let us know as far in advance as possible as tickets are limited.
- Book an extra night in Aguas Calientes
- Pay a supplement to upgrade the hotel
- Pay a supplement for accommodation in a single room
- Upgrade your return train (contact us for details; this costs approximately US$30)
- Special discounts apply on fixed departure dates - Click here to check special departure dates.
- *Pay extra for a personal porter (contact us for details; costs approximately US$90)
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