4-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Emperor Pachacutec commissioned a trail through the Andes to connect Cusco with Machu Picchu. This 4-day Inca Trail hike follows the route taken by Pachacutec.

4-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Day 1: Urubamba - Wayllabamba

Pickup at your hotel in Urubamba at the scheduled time, then travel to the village of Piscacucho to start the trek. Hike through the Andes, enjoying views of La Veronica and follow the Vilcanota River to the archaeological site of Llactapata. After exploring, have lunch in Taray, then continue to Wayllabamba camp at 3300 meters (10,826 feet) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Warmi Wañusqa - Pacaymayo

Start early with breakfast, then hike to Warmi Wañusqa, the highest point of the trail at 4200 meters (13,780 feet). Descend to the Pacaymayo camp for dinner and rest.

Day 3: Runkuracay - Sayacmarca - Puyupatamarca - Wiñay Huayna

After breakfast, hike to Runkuracay ruins, then visit Sayacmarca and Puyupatamarca. After lunch, proceed to the archaeological site of Wiñay Huayna for exploration, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 4: Inti Punku - Machu Picchu

Enjoy breakfast before hiking to Machu Picchu. Pass through Inti Punku for views, followed by a three-hour guided tour of the site. Afterward, have free time to explore before taking a bus to Aguas Calientes for the train back to Urubamba, or other locations like Ollantaytambo, Yucay, or Cusco.

Accommodation

The tour includes three nights in camping tents at Wayllabamba, Pacaymayo, and Wiñay Huayna. Sleeping bags and trekking poles are available for rental at the camp.

Difficulty of the Hike

The trail covers 12, 11, 16, and 6 kilometers (7.5, 5.6, 10, and 3.7 miles) on each day. A good physical condition is advised for medium to high-intensity hikes.

Options

Select two package options when reserving. The package without a porter requires you to carry your own luggage. The porter option allows you to have your luggage carried, but it cannot exceed 6 kilos (13.2 pounds).

Important

If the tour is canceled due to strikes or weather conditions, an alternative date will be offered. If rescheduling isn’t possible, a full refund will be provided, except for the non-cancellable Inca Trail entrance fees (approx. 292 PEN).