Inca Trail Trek

BM-17356

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9 days

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All of the staff were brilliant, from the amazing strength, hard work and organisation of the porters to the skills, intelligence and knowledge of the leaders Erikson and Emile. They really looked after us, particularly my wife who struggled on the third day in particular. They were brilliant. The food was also excellent throughout.

James | Traveled in September

5 - Excellent

Carbon neutral

9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Cusco, Peru

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Highlights

Inca Trail - Take a fully-supported four-day trek along the famous trail, camping under the stars and away from the crowds. Machu Picchu - Catch your first glimpse of the magnificent site arriving at the Sun Gate on foot. Cusco - Spend time in the old Inca capital, exploring the cobbled streets of the colonial city and watching life go by at the bustling Plaza de Armas.

Itinerary

Ready for a true trekking adventure? The Inca Trail Trek tour takes you on a thrilling 9-day journey through Peru’s dramatic Andes, culminating in an awe-inspiring arrival at Machu Picchu. Crafted for experienced travelers with a zest for challenge, this itinerary delivers both physical exhilaration and cultural reward.

Your adventure begins and ends in Cusco, allowing time to explore the city’s rich Incan and colonial heritage. The heart of the trip is a fully supported four-day trek along the iconic Inca Trail, where you’ll camp beneath star-filled skies, traverse cloud forests, and uncover ancient ruins tucked into the mountainside. Each day brings new vistas and a sense of accomplishment as you make your way to the legendary Sun Gate—the gateway to your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu.

Beyond the trek, the tour includes guided explorations of Cusco’s cobbled lanes and bustling Plaza de Armas, giving you insight into local life and history. All accommodations, transport, and meals are seamlessly arranged, so you can focus on the journey itself.

What makes this tour package stand out is the immersive trekking experience: walking the entire Inca Trail, camping under the stars, and arriving at Machu Picchu on foot—just as the Incas did centuries ago. For those who crave challenge and want to connect deeply with Peru’s iconic landscape, this tour is the ultimate bucket list adventure.

day 1Join trip Cusco

Our tour starts in Cusco, the old heart of the Inca Empire and the archaeological capital of the Americas. The Spanish-style city of today, with its pink tiled roofs, arcaded plazas and steep winding alleyways, stands upon tremendous Inca foundations, its links with the Inca Empire are everywhere, from the stone walls that line the city streets, to the museums filled with artefacts and relics. For those arriving in time, our tour leader will meet you in the hotel reception at 1.30pm for a welcome meeting and for those that wish, there'll be the option to go out for lunch at a local restaurant. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Cusco at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ), which is around a 15-minute drive away. Should you miss the welcome meeting, your tour leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. The main trek briefing will take place on day two. Later today, you might like to relax and acclimatise to the altitude at the hotel or take a gentle stroll to the Plaza de Armas.

Accommodation

Cusco Plaza Saphi

day 2Walking tour of Cusco. Visit to Sacsayhuaman

day 3Free day in Cusco; Option to trek to Moray, stand up paddle board on Piuray Lagoon or take a brewery tour

day 4Commence Inca Trail, walk to Llaqtapata ruins

day 5Follow the river to Wayllabamba village; continue to Llulluchapampa

day 6Cross 'Dead Woman's Pass' (4,200metres/13,780feet), hike through cloud forest to Phuyupatamarca

day 7Arrive to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate

day 8Guided tour of Machu Picchu; return to Cusco by train and by bus

day 9Trip ends Cusco

What's Included

Accommodation

Cusco Plaza Saphi (4 nights)Campsite (3 nights)El Mapi Hotel (1 night)

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)BusTrain

Guide

Local Guide(s)Explore Tour Leader

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CookPorter(s)

What's Excluded

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4.8

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