4-Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with Panoramic Train Ride
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This 4-day Inca Trail trek begins near Cusco, Peru, and follows the ancient path to Machu Picchu. The group hikes approximately 43 kilometers over four days, passing several archaeological sites along the way. Each night is spent camping in spacious Eureka tents shared between two people, with access to private portable toilets. Meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared daily with fresh local ingredients, plus snacks and purified drinking water. A safety briefing and luggage storage are provided the day before the trek starts. Participants receive a personal duffle bag for up to 7 kilograms, a sleeping pad, pillow, rain poncho, Inca Trail T-shirt, and hand towels. Porter service carries all camping gear and personal items up to the weight limit. The trek is supported by a bilingual professional guide, experienced chefs, and dedicated porters. Emergency equipment such as a first-aid kit, oxygen, and satellite phone are available on the trail. On the final morning, the group enters Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate at sunrise, followed by a guided tour of the site. After visiting Machu Picchu, travelers take a bus down to Aguas Calientes. The return trip to Cusco includes a panoramic train ride on either the Vistadome or 360° train, offering scenic views of the Sacred Valley. Transportation during the tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and all necessary entrance fees are covered.
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Itinerary
Your adventure kicks off at 4:30 a.m. with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco, or around 6:00 a.m. from your hotel in Urubamba or Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley.
120 min
We'll make a breakfast stop in Ollantaytambo town. thi’s the perfect chance to buy any last-minute essentials before the hike.
90 min
We’ll head to Km 82, where you’ll meet our welcoming adventure team: chefs and porters. After a brief orientation and passport check, your scenic hike begins.
180 min
Stroll through quaint villages and soak up stunning Andes mountain views. We'll pause at the Inca site of Willkaraqay to marvel at the Llactapata ruins from a special viewpoint.
30 min
About an hour later, we'll reach Hatunchaca, where our talented chefs will prepare a delicious lunch. Then, we'll hike another 2 hours through lush landscapes toward Ayapata Campsite.
120 min
We’ll arrive at Ayapata Campsite, where your cozy tent will be waiting. Enjoy tea, snacks and dinner with stunning mountain views, then rest for tomorrow’s journey.
Start your day with a hot cup of coffee or coca tea delivered right to your tent. After breakfast, we begin the most challenging part of the trek: the climb to Dead Woman’s Pass.
600 min
At 4,215m (13,829ft), Dead Woman’s Pass rewards you with stunning views and a special ceremony to honor the sacred mountain spirits "Apus". Then we'll descend to Pacaymayo.
240 min
At Pacaymayo campsite, we’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch and take some time to relax and recharge before continuing the afternoon trek.
60 min
After lunch, we’ll hike up to Runkurakay Pass (4,000m / 13,123ft), then descend while exploring the fascinating ruins and their unique history.
120 min
We continue downhill to the mysterious Sayacmarca ruins, where stunning views and Inca history await. After exploring, we head to our campsite for the night.
120 min
As the day ends, we’ll arrive at Chaquicocha (3,600m), where a stunning sunset awaits. After dinner, relax under a star-filled sky before a peaceful night’s rest.
60 min
Start your day with a warm drink and take in one of the trail’s most scenic stretches: lush forests, mountain views, and ancient Inca sites. This is where the real magic happens.
We’ll hike through stunning landscapes to Phuyupatamarca, the “City in the Clouds,” with sweeping views of the Urubamba River and Machu Picchu Mountain.
300 min
We then arrive at Intipata, known for its wide agricultural terraces and peaceful setting. A perfect place to rest and admire Inca ingenuity.
240 min
By afternoon, we arrive at Wiñay Wayna. After lunch, enjoy free time to relax or spot the local flora and fauna. Later, join your guide to visit the Inca site before dinner and a special farewell surprise.
60 min
After a hearty breakfast, we'll head to the checkpoint and wait for the gates to open at 5:30 a.m. This is the moment you've been waiting for!
60 min
We’ll hike the final stretch to Intipunku also known as the Sun Gate, where you’ll catch your first view of Machu Picchu glowing in the early morning light. Truly unforgettable!
60 min
After soaking in that breathtaking panorama at the Sun Gate, we’ll enter Machu Picchu via Circuit 1’s elevated path (ideal for capturing postcard-perfect photos). Then, we’ll descend to the main gate and switch to Circuit 3 for an exclusive guided tour through the citadel’s most important corners.
180 min
After exploring Machu Picchu, we’ll take the bus down to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy free time to stroll through town and taste some delicious Peruvian cuisine.
120 min
In the afternoon, you’ll board the Vistadome train for a scenic ride through the Sacred Valley. Relax and enjoy stunning Andean views on the way to Ollantaytambo.
120 min
Upon arriving in Ollantaytambo, your private transportation will be ready to take you back to Cusco.
120 min
We’ll arrive back in Cusco around 7:30 p.m.
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- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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