Inca Trail: 4-Day Authentic Machu Picchu Hike with Panoramic Train Return
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Embark on the 4-day Inca Trail, one of the world's oldest pilgrimages, and experience an authentic hike to Machu Picchu. Book with TreXperience for an unforgettable adventure.
Duration: 4 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Cusco - Km 82 - Hatunchaca - Ayapata

Inca Trail - Pick up from your hotel in Cusco is at 4:30 am and drive to KM. 82. After a delicious breakfast, you will head straight to the checkpoint to begin the trek. The first part it’s a relatively easy 2-hour hike to Patallacta; the first Inca site along the trail.

From a unique, secluded location we will enjoy the breathtaking views. It’s then another 2-hour walk to Hatunchaca – where lunch will be waiting. We will walk for another two hours to the first campsite located in Ayapata, your tent, a snack, and a hot drink will be waiting for you.

• All meals included
• Personal porters for up to 7 kilos (we provide duffle bags)
• All entry fees included
• Visit the Llaqtapta, Willkarakay sites
• Camping

What's Included
  • All transportation during the trek included
  • Camping for 3 nights with comfortable equipment
  • Professional guides, chef, and porters provided
  • Bus descent to Aguas Calientes from Machu Picchu
  • Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Travel on panoramic trains (Vistadome or 360)
  • Duffle bag service for up to 7 kilos handled by porters
  • Morning hotel pick-up on tour day
  • Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu included
What's Not Included
  • Sleeping Bag, air mats, trekking poles (Can be rent from us)
  • Huayna Picchu Mountain Tickets
  • Travel insurance
Additional Information

The Classic 4-day, 3-night Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is seen as one of the world’s oldest pilgrim paths, consistently making it to the top ten global hikes. Over these 4 days, you’ll tread along an ancient path that along with Machu Picchu, remained undiscovered and untouched for centuries.

Why choose TreXperience?

• Explore with a genuine Local Tour Operator
• Experience realistic camping with tents
• Contribute to social projects promoting children’s education
• Equitable wages & respectful treatment for porters and staff
• Reach the archeological sites during exclusive hours
• Return journey on Panoramic trains (Vistadome or 360°)

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian, vegan options is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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833joeyy
May 19, 2024
Best tour guide and group! - Most surreal place. Amazing tour guides (Edy and Nilton) who are knowledgeable and passionate about their job. It was great to be in their company. Edy is proud of his Inca heritage and this reflects in his dedication to the tour which he has done many many times. It was a pleasure to be in their company on the trip. All the porters and even the company owners are Quechua which adds an element of cultural depth and enhances understanding of the history of the region, whilst supporting the local communities. Buffett provided by the head chef (Valentino) every day was full of different choices and very good. The service provided by the porters was immaculate and with attention to what we would need after long days, from a portable toilet to pillows and snacks. It was a 10/10 experience, like nothing I’ve seen before. Definitely not a hiker but have to say this is unmissable.
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12darrylh
May 19, 2024
Bucket list down - The four day Inca trail was the most amazing trek I have ever been on. Our guides Edy and Nilton were very knowledgeable about the Inca history and culture. The trail challenging and the different ecosystems along the way were amazing.
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W1240lmwillp
May 19, 2024
Incredible experience - Amazing trip. knowledgeable and passionate guides edy and nilton are very good at there jobs and really improved the experience. The team of porters and chef Valentin, who are all from the sacred valley, impressed us with there endurance and hospitality. the trip would not have been possible without them. Highly recommend.
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Tylerhx4351mj
May 19, 2024
Amazing unique experience that I will remember forever - Our trip was amazing but very challenging. Our tour guides were great (Eddie, nilton). The trip is very thoughtful and completely surreal. The food was great and the porters work very hard and are very friendly for your convenience. I would definitely recommend these two tour guides over anyone else as I have never felt so much as a family while learning incredible history from the both of them. Would do it again!
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W5924juakashs
May 19, 2024
Trek to Machu Picchu - The trip was amazing! We had edy and nilton as our guides and they were the best. Amazing food by our chef valentino as well. 10/10 experience.
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Jerseygal1234
May 19, 2024
Amazing Experience to Machu Picchu with TreXperience!! - If you are going to book the Inca trial hike to Machu Picchu -1000% recommend booking through TreXperience. - First- TreXperience is the one of the few Peruvian owned trekking companies. Do your research and support local businesses! - Our guides (Wilian Elvis & Wilian) truly made the trip so special. They were so knowledgeable on the history and their passion showed! They were also so supportive of the entire group and went out of their way to make sure we all had an amazing experience and felt safe the entire time. - The group’s porters are true superhero’s! I don’t know how they do it. They are amazing humans and our campsites and supplies were top notch. -Our chef Beltran and his team should honestly open a restaurant! You have 3 hot meals a day I was honestly surprised how delish every meal was. Again I don’t know how they pull off cooking restaurant quality food on top of a mountain!! -The TreXperience customer support team is very helpful and quick at responding. I needed to contact them a few times about my booking and they were able help without any difficulty. Overall an experience of a lifetime made even better by the team at TreXperience!!
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Chrisck913tg
May 19, 2024
Great Experience - My wife and I had an amazing trip. We have been looking forward to this for over two years. Our guid Wilian Elvis and Wilian were both great. They were extremely knowledgeable, super well organized, and fun. (I believe they have over 20 year’s of experience) Both gave clear instructions to our entire group each day, made everyone feel welcome (no matter how fast or slow you are at hiking) and were a ton of fun. They knew exactly when and where to go to get all of the best photos and we never had to fight for photo opportunities. Especially at Machu Picchu. Wilian really knows how to engage with the whole group and on an individual level. We had a ton a laughs and jokes along the way and everyone really did enjoy each others company. They have a strong passion for their heritage and it was great they shared it with all of us. The food each night was shockingly good, and there was more than enough. Our chef Beltran was fantastic. All of the porters were impressive beyond belief and super kind. They set up and breakdown camp each day and make it look easy. I strongly recommend going with TreXperience and with Wilian Elvis.
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S4425hpkarens
May 19, 2024
I loved every minute of the Inca trail, I struggled one day with altitude sickness and the guides looked after me. - The whole trip was fantastic.Amazing views , food and people. The porters we’re incredibly and the guides helpful and informative.
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Fabianla679xp
May 18, 2024
Breathtaking 4 days - The overall experience was incredible. Our tour guides Willien Elvis and William were great: very supportive, knowledgeable and a lot of fun. The food that was prepared during the trail was amazing and always super fresh. The only real downside was the lack of cleanliness at the campsites toilets / facilities (partially really bad). Here, the national park needs to put in more effort. But this is nothing, Trexperience can change, but the national park’s responsibility.
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Kasumimatuz
May 16, 2024
Inspiring Guides and Exceptional Service on the Inca Trail: A Blend of Adventure, History, and Culinary Delights - Our guides, Pepe and Gilbert, were the heart and soul of our adventure. Pepe, with his vast knowledge, was the source of inspiration throughout our journey. He narrated them with such passion that we could almost visualize the ancient Incas living their lives. His dedication to ensuring that we had the best experience was evident in his actions. He fought for us, ensuring we got the best campsites and the most immersive experiences. Gilbert, on the other hand, brought a sense of fun and excitement to the journey. He showed us numerous tricks from the Inca era, which not only entertained us but also deepened our understanding of the ingenious civilization. The porters were the unsung heroes of our trek. Their strength and dedication were awe-inspiring. They carried our belongings over the rugged terrain with such ease, their legs seemingly made of steel. It was humbling to witness their hard work, driven by their commitment to their families and their profession. Last but not least, the culinary experience was a delightful surprise. Our chef managed to create an amazing variety of dishes with limited resources. Each meal was a testament to his creativity and skill, turning simple ingredients into delicious and nourishing meals that fueled our journey. TreXperience provided an unforgettable adventure filled with learning, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the Inca civilization and the beautiful landscape of Machu Picchu. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour company to anyone looking for a well-organized, enriching, and fun-filled trek.
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