Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 Day

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (4-Day Trek) is one of the most famous trekking routes in the world. This adventure takes you through breathtaking Andean landscapes, lush cloud forests, and ancient Incan ruins, culminating in the stunning arrival at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku).

Overview of the 4-Day Inca Trail
  • Distance: 42 km (26 miles)
  • Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
  • Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
  • Highest Altitude: 4,215 m (13,828 ft) at Dead Woman’s Pass
  • Starting Point: Kilometer 82 (near Ollantaytambo)
  • Ending Point: Machu Picchu
Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Km 82 – Wayllabamba
  • Early morning pickup from Cusco (approx. 4:30 AM)
  • Drive to Km 82, the starting point of the trek
  • First section is an easy walk along the Urubamba River
  • Visit Patallacta, an ancient Incan site
  • Camp at Wayllabamba (3,000 m / 9,842 ft)
Day 2: Wayllabamba – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayo
  • The most challenging day of the trek
  • Climb to Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusca), the highest point (4,215 m / 13,828 ft)
  • Descend to Pacaymayo campsite
Day 3: Pacaymayo – Wiñay Wayna
  • Visit several archaeological sites: Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, Wiñay Wayna
  • Walk through lush cloud forest
  • Last night of camping at Wiñay Wayna
Day 4: Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Cusco
  • Early morning hike to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • Train back to Cusco
Included
  • Safety briefing the day before the tour
  • Complimentary luggage storage
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • All transportation during the tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Return on the panoramic Vistadome Train or 360°
  • Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
  • Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
  • All camping equipment (carried by the porters)
  • Personal Porter to carry up to 7kg / 15lb
  • Experienced chefs and porters
  • 3-night camping in top-end, comfortable tents
  • Eureka 4-person tents for every 2 trekkers
  • All meals prepared with fresh local ingredients
  • Drinkable water and daily snacks
  • Drinkable water and daily snacks
  • Private portable toilets
  • Pillow, sleeping pad, rain poncho, hand towels
  • All taxes and booking fees
NO Included:
  • Trekking poles are not included but is highly recommend for the hike. You can bring your our or rent from us.
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Additional entrances (Huayna Picchu mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain).
  • The first breakfast and the last lunch are not included.
  • Additional costs or delays beyond our control, such as natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to passenger health issues (suffering from an illness or health problems), pandemic, changes in government policies, political instability, strikes, etc.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
  • Original passport (and valid student ID if applicable).
  • Hiking boots/shoes.
  • Hiking Socks.
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
  • Warm clothing, hat, and gloves.
  • Casual mountains wear for evenings
  • Short or long-sleeved shirts.
  • Comfortable pants.
  • Sun hat.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen (recommended SPF 35).
  • Reusable plastic or metal bottles, or a camelback.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Personal hygiene items or day Pack.
  • Personal medication.
  • Camera and camcorder.
  • Flashlight with extra batteries.

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