Overview
Hike the famous Luxury Inka Trail to the one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu. On this exciting trek you will see the exciting changing landscapes and scenery like mountains and cloud forest rich in flora and fauna. The Classic 4 day Inca Trail is Peru’s number one trek and one of the most well-known and popular treks in the world.
Offering 4 days of trekking along original paved Inca pathways, a variety of fascinating Inca sites and the beautiful scenery of the Machu Picchu national park, the Inca Trail is one of those things that everyone should do once in their life. Be you young or old, in good shape or bad, the Inca Trail is for everyone and is a must do if you plan to visit Machu Picchu.
Walk through typical andean valleys, grasslands, cloud forests, visit ancient Inca ruins along the way to arrive in Machu Picchu by sunrise! We have very prossional and knowledgeable Guides and there will never be a moment you’ll feel you don’t know what to expect each step.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Transfer from Poroy or Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco.
Private transportation
Train: Tourist ticket from Machupicchu town to Poroy station or Ollantaytambo station
Bus ticket: Machu Picchu /Machupicchu town – one way
Samextoursperu uses walkie talkies.
Porters to carry camp equipment.
Cook to prepare your meals
Permit and entrance fees to the Inca Trailand Machu Picchu.
Bilingual guide (English-Spanish), an assistant guide accompanies groups of 9 people or more.
Lunch
All fees and/or taxes
Camping equipment: double tents, sleeping pad, kitchen/dining tents, tables, stools, and all kitchen gear. There are basic toilet facilities at each campsite.
First-aid kit and oxygen.
Breakfast on first day, Lunch last day in Aguas Calientes.
Extra porter to carry your baggage (per person-will carry 7kg/15lbs
Personal items like individual gear, sleeping bag, medicines, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
Single Tent: $25. Walking Pole set: $20. Sleeping bag with liner: $25
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Itinerary
We offer daily departures on the Inca Trail (excluding February when the trail is closed) It is strongly recommended to book your Inca Trail at least 4 to 6 months in advance as permits can quickly sell out.
Tour Type: Hiking, camping, adventure, history
Total Distance: 43km/26 miles
Good For: Special occasions or groups of friends
Difficulty: Challenging
Considerations: Permit required
Starting Altitude – 2720m / 8920ft.
Highest Altitude – 4217m / 13,780ft.
Walking Distance – 45km / 26 miles
Longest Day – Day 2, approximately 16km / 9.9 miles
Coldest Night – Day 2 around 0º celsius
Overall Difficulty – Moderately Difficult to Difficult (depends on your level of fitness and aclimatization)
Day 1: Cusco – Pisqacucho km 82 – Huayllabamba (easy day)
Day 2: Yuncachimpa – Llulluchapampa – Warmiwañusqa pass – Paqaymayo (challenge day
Day 3: Paqaymayo – Chaquiqocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna (unforgetable day)
Note: If the campsite wiñaywayna is not available which is a 2 hour hike to machupicchu, the official system will assign the campsite of phuyupatamarca which is 5 hours to machupicchu.
Day 4: Wiñaywayna – Sun gate – Machupicchu and Cusco by train
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Camping
Can I cancel 4-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Camping for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Transfer from Poroy or Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco.
- Private transportation
- Train: Tourist ticket from Machupicchu town to Poroy station or Ollantaytambo station
- Bus ticket: Machu Picchu /Machupicchu town – one way
- Samextoursperu uses walkie talkies.
- Porters to carry camp equipment.
- Cook to prepare your meals
- Permit and entrance fees to the Inca Trailand Machu Picchu.
What's not included?
- Breakfast on first day, Lunch last day in Aguas Calientes.
- Extra porter to carry your baggage (per person-will carry 7kg/15lbs
- Personal items like individual gear, sleeping bag, medicines, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- Single Tent: $25. Walking Pole set: $20. Sleeping bag with liner: $25
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness.
Operated by Samex Tours Perú
