About this trip
This is the classic Inca Trail done properly: four days on foot, guided the whole way, with porters and cooks from local communities handling the graft so you can focus on the walking.
Expect rivers, ancient ruins along the route, and mountain views that change by the hour, all building towards arriving at Machu Picchu at sunrise.
The trail is rugged and steep in places, so this suits people who want a proper physical challenge rather than a gentle stroll to a famous ruin.
What you'll do
- Trek the full Inca Trail over four days
- Pass ancient ruins en route to Machu Picchu
- Walk alongside rivers and through mountain scenery
- Arrive at Machu Picchu for sunrise
- Supported by local porters, cooks, and guides
- Terrain is rugged and steep — this is a proper trek, not a leisurely walk
- Fully guided and supported throughout by local crew
Worth it if you value exceptional guides and logistics. Think twice if you're budget-conscious about porter ethics or need carb-heavy meals for sustained energy.
- Guides consistently praised by name—Brian, Miguel, Yossep, Elias—for knowledge, morale-boosting, and treating trekkers like family.
- Porters and chefs deliver standout support; food is varied, high-quality, and accommodates dietary restrictions well.
- Porters earn too little to afford Machu Picchu tickets and leave before the final day—the trip's centrepiece.
- Breakfasts lack carbs for a demanding trek; expect hunger before late lunches on hiking days.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cusco · 21 Aug – 22 Aug
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