Inicio / / Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - 4 Days 3 Nights
The Inca Trail (Qhapaq Ñan) is the world's most famous trekking route and the most authentic way to arrive at Machu Picchu. Covering 43 km with a maximum altitude of 4,215 m at Dead Woman's Pass, this route combines archaeology, nature and adventure in an unmatched way. Only 500 daily permits are issued for the entire trail, guaranteeing an intimate experience without overcrowding.
Over 4 days you will cross five different climatic zones, visit little-known Inca ruins, and finish by entering Machu Picchu at sunrise through the Sun Gate.
Day 1 — Km 82 to Wayllabamba (3,000 m): 6:00 AM pickup, transfer to Km 82 trailhead, cross the Urubamba River, hike through Cusichaca Valley, lunch at Llactapata, arrive at Wayllabamba camp. Distance: 16 km | Difficulty: Easy.
Day 2 — Wayllabamba to Pacaymayo (3,600 m): The most demanding day. 5-hour ascent to Dead Woman's Pass (4,215 m) with the best views on the route. Descent to Pacaymayo camp. Distance: 8 km | Difficulty: Hard.
Day 3 — Pacaymayo to Wiñay Wayna (2,600 m): Visit Runkuraqay (3,800 m), Sayaqmarka and Phuyupatamarca ruins. Spectacular descent via Inca stairways to Wiñay Wayna. Farewell dinner with the porters. Distance: 16 km | Difficulty: Hard.
Day 4 — Wiñay Wayna to Machu Picchu: Pre-dawn hike to the Sun Gate (Intipunku) for sunrise over Machu Picchu. 2.5-hour guided tour of the citadel. Free afternoon. Return train to Ollantaytambo, bus to Cusco. Distance: 5 km | Difficulty: Moderate.
Map not included
Map not included
The 5 day Inca Trail tour includes a 4 day trek along the trail and an additional day to explore Machu Picchu with Huayna Picchu.
Explore the Sacred Valley visiting Pisac, Ollantaytambo and artisan markets. An unforgettable day in the heart of the Inca world.
Fly over the enigmatic Nazca Lines and enjoy the Huacachina oasis with sandboarding and dune buggy rides across the desert.
Discover Lima, one of the world's top gastronomic cities. Visit Miraflores, Barranco, the UNESCO World Heritage historic centre and the Larco Museum with the finest pre-Columbian art collections.
