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Trekking the Inca Trail: 4D/3N

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4 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Highlights

Pass rambling rivers and small villages.

Take in scenic mountain views.

Hike through the cloud forest.

Visit ancient ruins.

See Machu Picchu at sunrise.

Porters and guides hired from local communities.

Itinerary

Ready for a challenge that rewards you with one of the world's most iconic vistas? Trekking the Inca Trail: 4D/3N is a guided adventure perfect for young adults and experienced hikers eager for a physically demanding yet deeply rewarding journey. Over four days, traverse rugged, steep terrain past ancient ruins, rushing rivers, and breathtaking mountain scenery, following in the footsteps of the Incas. Supported by local porters, cooks, and expert guides, you’ll experience both the strain and the exhilaration of reaching Machu Picchu at sunrise. The unique selling point: a challenging trek that combines expert local support with the unparalleled achievement of arriving at the Lost City of the Incas by foot.

day 1Cusco/Inca Trail

Depart Cusco by van to km 82 where the Inca Trail begins. Ease into the adventure with a straightforward Day of hiking the meandering streams, stunning Andean scenery, and ancient Incan ruins.
Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.
A crew of local porters, cooks, and guides will take care of all the details for the duration of the hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear so you’ll only need to carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc.

Meal
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation
Campsite Wayllabamba (or similar)
Included Activities
Inca Trail Hike Duration : 5.0 hr - 6.0 hr Distance : 11 km, Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products

day 2Inca Trail

day 3Inca Trail

day 4Machu Picchu/Cusco

What's Included

Accommodation
Camping (3 nts).
Meals
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Note: Allow USD30-40 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, train, hiking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Inca Trail CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products, CuscoInca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days)Included foam sleeping mat and duffel for porters to carry personal items on the trekGuided tour of Machu Picchu

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