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Classic Inca Trail Trek
Duration: 4 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day
+ Machu Picchu tickets & guided tour
+ Sunrise hike to the Sun Gate
+ Return by panoramic train
- Last day lunch not included
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure not to be missed! One of the world's oldest pilgrimage routes, consistently ranked in the top 10 of the most breathtaking archaeological wonders. Over four unforgettable days, you'll trek through a variety of ecological zones, each teeming with diverse and vibrant flora and fauna, making this trip as rich in natural beauty as it is in historical significance.
Discover incredible ancient Inca sites, hidden for over 400 years, as you travel through the heart of the Inca Empire. The adventure deepens as you cross iconic Andean passes such as Dead Woman's Pass and Runkuraqay Pass. On your final day, hike to the Gate of the Sun just before sunrise for your first glimpse of the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu - an unforgettable memory! After this breathtaking moment, enjoy a private 2-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu. Finally, relax on a scenic train ride from Aguas Calientes.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are available - just let us know in advance! Upgrades, equipment hire and optional treks are available. Machu Picchu Montaña or Huayna Picchu treks must be requested in advance as permits sell out quickly.
Itinerary
Day
1
Cusco – km 82 – Llactapata – Ayapata
Duration: 06:00 h
Distance: 14 km
Highest Point: 3300 m
Your trekking team will pick you up from your hotel between 4:30-6:30am (depending on your location) and drive you to km. 82 – arriving at approximately 8.00am. After a delicious breakfast we will head straight to the checkpoint to begin your trekking to Machu Picchu. It’s a relatively easy walk to Patallacta; the first Inca site along the trail. From a unique, secluded location we will enjoy the breathtaking views of this ancient city. It’s another two-hour walk to Hatunchaca – located in the heart of the Inca trail – where lunch will be waiting. We will walk for another two hours to the first campsite located in Ayapata, arriving at approximately 5:00pm. Your tent, a snack and a hot drink will be waiting for you. You will then have some time to rest and enjoy the view of the mountains before dinner.
Ayapata Campsite
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2
Ayapata – Warmiwañuska– Runcuraccay – Chaquicochca
Duration: 10:00 h
Distance: 16 km
Highest Point: 4215 m
We will wake you up bright and early with a hot cup of coffee or cocoa tea. Today will be the most challenging part of the Machu Picchu trek and after breakfast it’s a tough trek uphill to Dead Woman’s Pass. At 4215m / 13829ft., this is the highest point along the Inca Trail. At the summit, we will take time to appreciate the serenity of this location while your guide completes a traditional offering ceremony to the Apus (local Gods). After a short downhill trek to Pacaymayu Valley we will enjoy a well-earned lunch. The second pass is an easier climb and we will take time to explore two Inca sites along the way; RuncuRaccay and Sayacmarca. It’s then a short walk to the second campsite at Chaquicocha (dry lake, 3600m / 11811 ft.), where you will be able to admire a beautiful sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range before dinner. With an unobstructed view of the constellations, this is the perfect place to stargaze!
Chaquicocha Campsite
Day
3
Chaquicocha – Wiñay Wayna
Duration: 05:00 h
Distance: 10 km
Highest Point: 3600 m
With the hard part of the Inca Trail well and truly over, you can relax and enjoy the easiest and arguably most interesting day of the trek. Today’s route is extremely varied and it is only a 5-hour walk to the final campsite. Along the way you will pass through a number of different ecosystems, experience the atmospheric cloud forest and observe the magnificent panoramic view of Salkantay Mountain (the second highest in Cusco). We will visit two Inca sites; Phuyupatamarka (City in the Clouds) with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Machu Picchu Mountain, and Intipata (Terraces of the Sun). At Intipata, there will be time to rest and take in your magical surroundings. We will reach the campsite at approximately 1:00pm to have lunch and you can then enjoy some free time to relax and unwind. Later in the afternoon we will visit another impressive Inca site – Wiñay Wayna – where your guide will explain the history of this remarkable location. We will then return to the campsite for tea and dinner and a special surprise!
Wiñay Wayna campsite
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