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4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
What you'll do
Join this 4-day journey to Machu Picchu, ranked among the world's best hikes. You'll cross the most impressive archaeological sites only accessible by foot, such as Runkurakay and Wiñay Wayna. Combine these sites with the stunning Andean scenery and the lush high-jungle valleys. A challenge rewarded by superb views when you reach the Sun Gate or Inti Punku to marvel at Machu Picchu for the first time.
Enjoy a 4-day and 3-night journey on the original Inca Path.
Small-group journey led by a high-rated Guide.
Watch mighty ancient sites and cross the famous Dead Woman Pass.
Enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, only for the Inca Trail hikers.
Sleep in comfortable campsites, protected by imposing mountains and luscious green hills.
Enjoy a 4-day and 3-night journey on the original Inca Path.
Small-group journey led by a high-rated Guide.
Watch mighty ancient sites and cross the famous Dead Woman Pass.
Enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, only for the Inca Trail hikers.
Sleep in comfortable campsites, protected by imposing mountains and luscious green hills.
Meeting and pickup
Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What is included?
Not wheelchair accessible
What is not included?
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek so you can get used to the altitude
- The Inca Trail is highly demanded, specially in high season (May to September). Book this trip at least five months in advance to secure a spot.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Golden Travel
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Itinerary
Cusco Desert / Jungle Safaris Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for 4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Cusco, Peru. This desert / jungle safaris experience includes 8 stops over 4 days. Duration: 96 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Total 8 stops
No meal included on this day.
Accommodation included:, Ayapata Campsite
Here is the starting point
Inca Trail
1
Inca Trail
Stop: 7 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Begin with an early pick-up at your hotel in Cusco (4:00 to 4:30 am). You’ll join our Guide on a 2.5-hour drive to the famous trailhead of Km 82. We stop for breakfast at Ollantaytambo and continue to meet the trek crew at the control point. Today’s journey starts on a relatively easy 2-hour hike across the rolling hills to Wilkarakay to see the first Inca site: Llactapata, with stunning views of Veronica Mountain and the Vilcanota River valley.
- As for lunch, you’ll enjoy a meal on the spot and amidst the mountains at Tarayoc. The last leg is a 3.5-hour hike to the first campsite, Ayapata. Here, you can sip on a drink, grab some snacks, or simply take in the tranquil atmosphere! You’ll dine at around 7:00 pm before heading to bed and preparing for tomorrow’s trek.
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