Tour overview

Inca Trail 4 days 3 nights

Embark on a journey that transcends time and space, a path where history whispers through ancient stones and nature’s beauty unfolds at every turn. The Inca Trail, a legendary route carved by the Incas centuries ago, offers an unparalleled adventure over four unforgettable days. As you trek through breathtaking Andean landscapes, dense cloud forests, and awe-inspiring archaeological sites, you’ll find yourself connected to a rich heritage and the majestic spirit of the Andes. This isn’t just a hike; it’s a pilgrimage that brings you closer to the heart of an ancient civilization and the wonders of Machu Picchu. Prepare to be moved, challenged, and transformed by the timeless magic of the Inca Trail.

IMPORTANT: Due to restrictions issued by the Peruvian government about the number of people allowed on the Inca Trail per day, we recommend that you book at least 6 to 6 months in advance (6+ months for the May to September high season), thus making sure to do the Inca Trail. However, you can ask us by  email or Whatsapp about permit availability.

(B) = breakfast / (L) = lunch / (D) = dinner

DAY 1: CUSCO -WAYLLABAMBA (L) (D) :

Very early in the morning we pick you up at your hotel by bus that will take us to kilometer 82, arriving at about 11:00 a.m. to meet the entire team of professionals who will make your trip a success. Then we will begin our trek. This first day is beautiful and the first few miles are easy to walk. We will have the beautiful sight of the snow-capped Veronica peak and will also be walking near the Vilcanota River until arriving at the Llactapata archaeological complex, where we will have lunch and later continue up to our first camp at Wayllabamba where will overnight after a restorative dinner.

DAY 2: WAYLLABAMBA – WARMIWAÑUSCA – PACAYMAYO (B) (L) (D) :

After having breakfast starts the most difficult, but not impossible, part of the trek towards the highest part of the Inca Trail, where you will have an amazing panoramic view of the whole area, where you will be able to observe the different types of micro-climates existing in the area. After a 3-hour trek, we will pass the clearing called Warmiwañiusca or dead woman, at about 4.200 m ASL. Here you will have the enormous satisfaction of reaching the highest point of the entire Inca Trail. After this fabulous experience, we will have lunch to then continue descending to Pacaymayo, where we will have dinner and overnight.

DAY 3: PACAYMAYO – PUYUPATAMARKA – WIÑAY HUAYNA (B) (L) (D): (**)

After breakfast, we will start trekking up to the second most important Inca Trail pass at 3.850 m ASL, until arriving at the Runkurakay archaeological site where we will have a guided tour throughout the complex as well as the Sayacmarca citadel. After the guided tour, we will continue our trek up to another important monument, the Puyupatamarka archaeological site, where we will have lunch. After a short break, we will continue on our trek until getting to the last Wiñay Huayna (forever young) camp, where we will have a guided tour of this impressive archaeological site. After the tour, we will have dinner and our last overnight.

DAY 4: WIÑAY HUAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B) :

After breakfast, we will continue our trek very early so as to be on time to see the sunrise at Machupicchu. After a one-hour trek, we will pass through Inti Punku or Puerta del Sol, also known as the entrance gate to Machupicchu, where you will have an amazing panoramic view of the entire citadel. After this experience, we will visit the Inca citadel surroundings for about 3 hours, visiting the main sites such as precincts, plazas, Sacred fountains, Temples, the farming and urban sector. After our guided tour, you will have free time to take photos, etc. We will later reunite with the rest of the group to take the bus to the town of Aguas Calientes. In the afternoon we will return to Cusco by train. End of our services.

Please note: Due to recent changes the inca trail trekers can only visit the Machupicchu bottom part called as “Circuito 5“.