Cultural Peru tours

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 Days

4 Days 3 Night

From

699 USD

per person

Duration

4 DAYS 3 NIGHT

Tour Type

DAILY TOUR

Group Size

12 PEOPLE

Difficulty level

EASY TO MODERATE

Language

ENGLISH SPANISH

The Classic Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu is famous for being one of the 10 best hikes of the world, The Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary covers 32,952 acres and is home to a network of Inca trails, scores of archeological sites, 10 ecological zones, over 450 species of birds and 200 species of orchids, as well as the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu!
Hiking the Inca Trail with us means completing it with no stress. We will take care of everything including securing all the best campsites, serving delicious and nutritious meals, providing top notch equipment and surrounding you with the best team of guides, cooks and porters.

Cúltural Perú Tours offers you one of the best Classic Inca Trail Tour 4 days to Machu Picchu, it is full of culture and adventure and a lot of fun. What are you waiting for? Reservations Now!!!

Itinerary

DAY 1: CUSCO – KLM. 82 -WAYLLABAMBA (Camino inca 4 dias a Machu Picchu)
  • Estimated Inca trail time to walk: 4 to 5 hours.
  • Total distance: 12 km.
  • Altitude of our camp: 3,000 masl.

We will pass by your hotel early in the morning at 06:00 a.m., transfer by bus to Km. 82 starting point of the Classic Inca Trail, we will pass through the towns of: Chinchero, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo. The first part of the Inca Trail 4 days will take place along the Urubamba River with an excellent view of the snow-capped mountain Veronica (5,900 masl), we’ll continue to the archaeological site of Llactapata by Cusi Chaca River Valley, we’ll arrive near the village of Wayllabamba (3,000 masl) where we’ll camp “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu”

  • Meals: Lunch, snacks, afternoon tea and dinner.
  • Accommodation: Camping facilities.
  • Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.
  • Weather: Warm and windy.
DIA 2: WAYLLABAMBA – WARMIWAÑUSCA – PACAYMAYO
  • Estimated Inca trail time to walk: 6 to 7 hours.
  • Total distance: 11 km.
  • Altitude of our camp: 3,620 masl.

After breakfast, we will resume our Inca trail to Machu Picchu and slowly ascend to the Warmiwañusca Pass (4,200 masl) through a beautiful Queñua forest. We will have great views of the Andean landscape, we will reach Llulluchapampa (3,750 masl) typical Pampas at the foot of the Abra. After arriving at Warmiwañusca pass which is located at 4,212 masl, we’ll descend to Pacaymayo Valley (3,620 masl) where we’re gonna camp. Here, we could enjoy the extraordinary construction of the Inca Trail. In the afternoon of this day we will be able to explore the area a bit and we will have a lot of time to rest and relax “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu”

  • Meals: Breakfast, water, lunch, snacks, afternoon tea, and dinner.
  • Accommodation: Camping facilities.
  • Difficulty: Moderate/Challenge.
  • Weather: Cold and rainy.o.
DIA 3: CHAQUICOCHA – PHUYUPATAMARCA – WIÑAYWAYNA
  • Estimated Inca trail time to walk: 9 to 10 hours.
  • Total distance: 16 km.
  • Altitude of our camp: 2,700 masl.

After breakfast, we will start the trek to the Inca citadel and this is one of the most beautiful days of the Inca trail because we will visit various archaeological sites such as Runkurakay from which we will have a spectacular view of the area, we will ride the passage of the same name again ( 3,800 masl), then we will continue to the archaeological sites of Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and Wiñaywayna that are linked by a wonderful original Inca white granite path, among the exuberant vegetation of the forest. We’ll observe the remarkable balance achieved by the Incas and their environment. We will have our lunch halfway in a beautiful camp known as ChaquiCocha. Our camp is located near the archaeological site of Wiñaywayna (2,700 masl) “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu”

  • Meals: Breakfast, water, lunch, snacks, afternoon tea and dinner.
  • Accommodation: Camping facilities.
  • Difficulty: Moderate.
  • Weather: Warm and very humid.
DIA 4: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUZCO
  • Estimated Inca trail time to walk: 3 hours.
  • Total distance: 6 km
  • Altitude of Machu Picchu: 2,430 masl.

This day, we’ll get up early at 04:00 a.m. We’ll take breakfast and start walking at 05:30 a.m. We’ll say goodbye to the porters because they return to Cusco with all the camping equipment.

We will make our walk through typical dense rainforest vegetation towards the “Puerta del Sol/Sungate” or Inti Punku where we will have a tremendous panoramic view of the Inca Citadel. In Machu Picchu, we’re getting at approximately 07:00 a.m, Once here, we will have a guided tour of 2 hours to visit the most important places of Machu Picchu. Then, we’ll have free time to visit Machu Picchu on our own.

At an opportune time, we will go down in bus to the town of Aguas Calientes, where they will be able to take lunch in one of the varied restaurants that exist in this touristy village. In the afternoon we will board the return train to Ollantaytambo followed by car to Cusco, the next hour of arrival to Cusco will be 8:00 PM, the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” ends with the transfer to your respective hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast.
  • Distance: 6 kms/3.7mls.
  • Difficulty: Easy.
  • Weather: Hot and very humid.
  • Briefing at your hotel in Cusco, It will be done the night before your trek at 6:00 pm.
  • Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
  • Private Transfer to KM 82, starting point of the tour.
  • English and Spanish speaking professional tour guide.
  • Entrance ticket to the Inca Trail.
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu archaeological sanctuary.
  • All camping equipment: Tents of 2 people capacity used by only two people with enough spaces for your belongings, Dining and cooking tents with tables and chairs.
  • Private toilet tent, with a portable toilet seat “this toilet will be only for our group.
  • Porters to carry all the equipment, tents, food, cooking equipment, tents, and restaurants.
  • Permits and tickets for our porters and cooks.
  • 3 breakfasts, 3 appetizers, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners. All these meals are prepared by our cook and his assistant.
  • Coca tea is served every morning in your tent.
  • Boiled water after breakfast and lunch, to refill your water bottles (1 liter per person).
  • Lunch with hot drinks like coca, tea, and coffee.
  • Appetizers or snacks each morning.
  • Oxygen and first aid kit.
  • Vegetarian and special diets request.
  • 2 hours Guided tour in Machu Picchu.
  • Bus down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
  • Expedition Train to return to Ollantaytambo and then by private car to Cusco.
  • Sleeping bags for all the trek that are usable in -15° C / 5° F.
  • Thick Comfortable Foam Mattresses.
  • Duffel bag for your personal belongings.
  • Extra porter to carry your duffel bag “7 kilograms per person” (you will need only a day backpack to carry what you will need during day).
  • Pillow and Rain Ponchos.
  • Hiking poles (02 poles for each person).
  • Full assistance during the 04 days.
  • First breakfast and last lunch – We will stop at Ollantaytambo for the first breakfast and have the last lunch in a restaurant at Aguas Calientes town after the tour of Machu Picchu.
  • Gratuities for the porters and cook.
  • Bring original passport “With expiration date not less than 7 months”.
  • Student card with the current date (if you book the tour as a student).
  • Carry hiking boots and sandals (very important).
  • Coats: layers of varying temperatures, especially at night. Thermal/gloves/scarves: woolen socks/woolen hat for cold nights, shirts for the whole trek.
  • Headlamp (very important).
  • Carry a camera and extra batteries.
  • Carry sunscreen/hat and sunglasses.
  • Carry a personal medical kit.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Carry rain gear: a good raincoat and rain pants.
  • Carry toilet paper.
  • Carry a small towel.
  • Extra money for drinks and gratuities, souvenirs, etc. (soles or dollars).
  • Carry a water canteen bottle (recommended 1 liter).
  • This tour involves a moderate amount of walking time, as well as stairs.
  • Some of the places you will visit are about 3800 meters above sea level, higher than the city of Cusco.
  • There will be stops at local artisan souvenir shops so you can browse and shop, if you like.

Prices

The price is per person. Request our seasonal offers and promotions for last minute bookings. If you have questions regarding prices, destinations or the tour, we will be happy to assist you. Write to us at info@culturalperu.com, you can also contact us at:

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IMPORTANTE

  • For reservations 3 months in advance request a special discount.
  • For groups larger than 4 people, contact us to send you a special price.

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Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 Days

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Tour FAQs

How many days does it take to do the Inca Trail?

Classic Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu is 40 kilometers long and has a 4-day walk (approximately 18 to 24 hours). The route will take you through mountains, until you arrive at Machu Picchu in the edge of the Amazon jungle of Peru.

When is the best time to do the 4-Day Inca Trail Tour?

The months of May, June and July are the best to do the 2-day Inca Trail tourist package. During these days the mornings and afternoons are clear and you will be able to clearly observe the landscapes. The days are cooler, however, the nights are cold in the high areas.

How difficult is the Inca Trail tour?

The Inca Trail has a moderate difficulty.

The Inca Trail runs 39 kilometers along high mountain roads as well as descending trails surrounded by abundant vegetation. These roads were built by the Incas hundreds of years ago with the purpose of connecting Cusco with Machu Picchu.

Where to book the Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu?
  1. Fill out the Inca Trail reservation form. To make the reservation you must fill out the form.
  2. Verification of your Reservation. Our travel advisors will contact you to inform you about the status of your reservation.
  3. Make payment and Confirmation of your Inca Trail Reservation.

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