Classic Route to Machu Picchu
The iconic 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most sought out trek in South America. Find out why!.
Inca trail 4 day
Follow ancient Inca footpaths through lush mountains on this classic 4 day trek to Machu
Picchu
Machu Picchu
Shrouded in clouds of mist, is a paramount of Inca architectural ingenuity.
Trek Distance: 7.5 mi (12 km) | moderate
Approximate Time: 4 to 6 hrs
* You will receive a pre-trek briefing from your trekking guide before starting the trek to review the day-by-day itinerary and discuss any questions that you have about hiking the Inca Trail.
* Our team highly recommends that you spending a few days in Cusco before starting the Inca Trail to adjust to the altitude and be prepared for the physical demands of the trek.
* Ask your travel advisor about the option to hire a porter to carry your personal belongings along the trail.
Trek Distance: 10 mi (16 km) | challenging
Approximate Time: 7 to 8
hrs
Trek Distance: 10 mi (16 km) | moderate
Approximate Time: 8 to 10 hrs
Trek Distance to Machu Picchu: 3.7 mi (6 km) | moderate
Approximate
Time: 3 to 4 hrs
*Customize: Hike up Huayna Picchu, a peak overlooking the Machu Picchu ruins. This hike is steep and takes about 3 hours round trip, but has remarkable views. Please let your travel advisor know if you'd like to add this to your itinerary.
* Customize: Spend another day at Machu Picchu. Stay overnight at a hotel in Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu, allowing for a second visit to the spectacular ruins on the following day.
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Read More About RyleeWith the Inca Trail package you will receive:
Transportation and tickets
Camping equipment
Team
Our guides are professional and multilingual. Not only do they possess an excellent knowledge of the Inca Trail, but they’re also wholly familiar with all of the intricate archaeological, historical, and cultural Inca traditions. All of our tour personnel are also highly qualified in tour group management and in first aid.
Food
Not Included
Since 1998, the Peru for Less team has been composed of a diverse group of expert travelers and professionals hailing from cities across Peru and from countries around the world. Despite our different backgrounds, we share two things in common: a passion for exploring and a belief that responsive and caring customer service is the surest path to creating an excellent and comfortable vacation experience.