Inca Trail Trek Peru
Experience one of the most famous trekking routes in South America and arrive at Machu Picchu through the legendary Inca Trail.
Inca Trail Trek Information
About the Inca Trail
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, the famous "Lost City of the Incas", is one of the most popular trekking routes in South America. It is a dream come true for travelers who want to experience Peruvian culture, history and spectacular mountain scenery.
The route combines ancient Inca paths, impressive archaeological sites, high mountain passes and changing landscapes before reaching Machu Picchu through the famous Inti Punku, or Sun Gate.
Inca Trail Trek Itinerary
Day 01 Cusco 3,100 m – Piscacucho Km 82 2,800 m – Huayllabamba 3,000 m
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu begins with pick-up from your hotel and transportation by private bus. We cross the Sacred Valley of the Incas and continue toward Piscacucho, where our trek begins.
We have lunch in Miskay and then continue walking toward our first campsite in Huayllabamba.
Along the way, we visit the archaeological group of Llactapata and learn about the history of the Inca civilization.
Day 02 Huayllabamba 3,000 m – Warmiwanusqa 4,236 m – Pacaymayo 3,600 m
This is the strongest part of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The day begins with a steep climb that takes approximately three hours until we reach the first major pass, Warmiwanusqa.
From the pass, you can enjoy panoramic and impressive views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Reaching the top is a rewarding experience after the challenging ascent.
After a well-deserved rest, we hike down toward Pacaymayo, where we have lunch and establish our second campsite.
Day 03 Pacaymayo 3,600 m – Puyupatamarca 3,640 m – Wiñayhuayna 2,700 m
Our trek continues toward the second pass at approximately 3,800 m. During the journey, we visit the archaeological site of Runkuraqay, where important remains of the Inca culture can be found.
We continue toward Sayacmarca, another important archaeological site where we stop to explore and have lunch.
As we continue along the trail, the landscape gradually changes from a dry mountainous environment to a greener and more tropical landscape.
We visit Puyupatamarca, another important archaeological monument, before continuing to the Wiñayhuayna campsite, where we spend the night in tents.
Day 04 Wiñayhuayna 2,700 m – Machu Picchu 2,430 m – Cusco 3,100 m
We begin our final morning with approximately one hour of hiking through the forest until we reach Inti Punku, the famous Sun Gate.
From the Sun Gate, we enjoy an impressive panoramic view of Machu Picchu. We then continue toward the archaeological site for our guided tour.
After approximately two hours of guiding, you have free time to explore Machu Picchu by yourself.
Afterwards, we take the bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch. In the afternoon, we return to Ollantaytambo by train and continue by tourist bus to Cusco.
Why Choose the Inca Trail?
The Inca Trail is much more than a hike to Machu Picchu. It is a journey through the history, culture and landscapes of the ancient Inca civilization.
The combination of archaeological sites, spectacular mountain scenery and the arrival at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate makes this one of the most memorable trekking experiences in Peru.
With Peru Mountain Climb, you can experience this legendary route with a local team dedicated to personalized service, responsible travel and a memorable trekking experience.