4-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Emperor Pachacutec commissioned a trail connecting Cusco to Machu Picchu, now one of the most popular routes. This 4-day Inca Trail hike will follow his path through stunning Peruvian landscapes.

4-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Day 1: Urubamba - Wayllabamba

We will pick you up at your hotel in Urubamba and travel to Piscacucho to begin our trek. The hike will take us through the Andes, offering views of La Veronica and the Vilcanota River until we reach the archaeological site of Llactapata. After visiting Llactapata, we will have lunch in Taray and proceed to the Wayllabamba camp at 3300 meters (10,826 feet) for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Warmi Wañusqa - Pacaymayo

Following an early breakfast, we will hike uphill to Warmi Wañusqa at 4200 meters (13,780 feet). The views from the highest point will be rewarding. We will then descend to Pacaymayo, where we will have dinner and rest.

Day 3: Runkuracay - Sayacmarca - Puyupatamarca - Wiñay Huayna

After breakfast, we will embark on the longest hike to Runkuracay, Sayacmarca, and Puyupatamarca. Lunch followed by a visit to Wiñay Huayna concludes the day's activities, with dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Inti Punku - Machu Picchu

We will hike to Machu Picchu via Inti Punku for a breathtaking view. A three-hour guided tour of the site will follow. Afterward, you will have free time before we take the bus to Aguas Calientes and board the train back to your hotel in Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, Yucay, or Cusco.

Accommodation

The tour includes three nights of camping accommodations at Wayllabamba, Pacaymayo, and Wiñay Huayna. Sleeping bags and trekking poles can be rented at the camp.

Difficulty of the Hike

The trail varies in difficulty. We will cover 12, 11, 16, and 6 kilometers (7.5, 5.6, 10, and 3.7 miles) respectively. Good physical fitness is required as the hikes will be of medium to high intensity at high altitudes.

Options

When booking, you can select between two package options: one without a porter, requiring you to carry your own luggage, or one with a porter, with a luggage weight limit of 6 kilos (13.2 pounds).

Important

If the activity is canceled due to strikes or bad weather, we will provide an alternative date. Refunds will be available for the total cost except for the non-cancellable Inca Trail entrance fees (approx. 292 PEN).