4-Day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

ALL ABOUT THIS TRIP

The Inca Trail is the most iconic hike on the continent, and possibly the planet. On this 4-day trek you'll walk the very pathways created by the Incas centuries ago. It will lead you through high mountain passes, from ancient ruin to ancient ruin, and down into orchid dotted cloud forests all the way to the mystical Inti Punku Sun Gate. Along the way you'll get stunning views of distant snowy peaks and valley rivers, and camp beneath starry Andean skies just as the Incas themselves did. And just like their trek, yours will culminate by passing through the Sun Gate and arriving at the awe-inspiring lost city of Machu Picchu. You'll be accompanied the whole way by one of our expert guides who'll share with you the fascinating history of everything you discover on your trek. There's no more special way of experiencing the world wonder of Machu Picchu than by immersing yourself in its landscapes and trekking there the way the Incas once did, True Peru invites you on the journey of a lifetime! Itinerary: Day 1 5.30am pick-up in Cusco Transport to Ollantaytambo for breakfast Transport to trek start point, Piscacucho Trek to Miskay Lunch in Miskay Hike to Wayllabamba Hike to Yuncachimpa campsite Level of difficulty: Normal (easy) Hiking time: 5-6 hours Total distance: 11 km Day 2 Breakfast at campsite Trek through the valley of Llulluchapampa Trek to Warmihuasca Pass Descent to Pacaymayo River and Runkurakay Pass Trek to Chaquicocha campsite Level of difficulty: Challenging Hiking time: 7-8 hours Total distance: 15 km Day 3 Trek into cloud forest of Wiayhuayna Trek to settlement of Phuyupatamarca with Inca baths Trek to ruins of Wiayhuayna Trek to campsite Level of difficulty: Normal (easy) Hiking time: 5-6 hours Total distance: 10 km Day 4 4.30am breakfast Trek to Inti Punku to watch sunrise over Machu Picchu Descent to Machu Picchu (arriving at 8am) 2 hour tour of Machu Picchu Afternoon bus to Aguas Calientes Level of difficulty: Normal, unique (easy) Hiking time: 2-3 hours Total distance: 7 km All meals included. Make sure you bring your original passport and ISIC student card (if applicable)! Please note that travel insurance is mandatory for this trek. Due to its popularity, permits for the Classic Inca Trail are sometimes old out, we recommend you book in advance. If this package is unavailable, check out our alternative Lares Trek and Salkantay Jungle Trek! GP037