Itinerary
Very Important – Although the Inca Trail Expedition regulations state that reservations must be made 5 days in advance, it is best to make reservations well in advance. During peak season, space is usually fully booked 90 days before departure. This is because only 500 people can travel per day. This is the only way to protect the road network and the Machu Picchu Sanctuary from erosion and contamination. Therefore, it is necessary to pay for permits in advance.
TOUR PRICES PER PERSON – 2024
| Dollars | Soles | |
|---|---|---|
| USD 510 | S/.1708 | Adults over 16 years of age |
| USD 470 | S/.1574.5 | Children under 16 years old and students with a visaed student card |
Optional services of the 4-Day, 3-Night Inca Trail:
| Dollars | Soles | For the direct return to Cusco |
|---|---|---|
| USD 60 | S/.204 | To return on the Expedition Train increase |
| USD 70 | S/.238 | To return on the Vistadome train increase |
| USD 480 | S/.1632 | To return on the Hiram Bingham train increase |
Important:
– Prices do not include VAT for Peruvian passengers.
– Spaces at Wayna Picchu Mountain are subject to availability (please inquire).
– The discount for foreign students is only available with a visaed student ID (because the ISICARD is no longer valid).
About the Porters:
The porters’ job is to carry all the group’s luggage (tents, kitchen utensils, water, food, equipment, chairs, tables, etc.) throughout the trip. Tourists carry their own personal luggage, including a backpack with personal items (clothing, cosmetics, ointments, a canteen, a flashlight, a mat, a sleeping bag, etc.). If tourists do not wish to carry their own personal belongings (which is rare), they must hire an additional porter to carry their own. The price is USD 120.00 for the first 3 days; the 4th day is not required.
Reservation Requirements:
Note: This information will be verified upon entry into the Inca Sanctuary. It is essential that everyone be present. The gatekeepers will check and verify your documents.
If there are no spaces available on the Inca Trail:
Note: If there are no spaces available on the Inca Trail, we recommend the 5-day, 4-night Mollepata-Salkantay Inca Trail. Click here for more information and to book.
Important: From January to April, Inka Rail and Peru Rail services depart and arrive at the Ollantaytambo or Pachar stations (2 hours from Cusco).
Our tour prices include transfers to these stations.
Program
DAY 1 – CUSCO: START OF THE INCA TRAIL
We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco very early and travel by road to Chilca, 88 km away. Here, we’ll meet with porters, cooks, and the necessary equipment for the trek. We’ll begin the trek along the Urubamba River to reach Patallaqta, where we’ll have lunch. We’ll continue our journey through the Huayllabamba Valley to reach Llullucayoc, where we’ll camp and have a pleasant dinner before spending the night.
DAY 2 – INCA TRAIL
After breakfast, we will continue our hike to the highest point, the Warmiwuanusca Pass (where women die) at 4,200 meters above sea level, from where we will have a panoramic view of the surrounding snow-capped mountains, valleys, and mountains. We will continue our descent into the great Pacaymayo Valley, where we will be served hot drinks (mate). This is followed by dinner and finally, camp. Lunch and dinner are included.
DAY 3 – INCA TRAIL
We leave early and ascend toward Runcuracay, an archaeological site at 3,700 meters above sea level. We then continue to Sayacmarka, where we will rest and have lunch. We then continue our hike to PUYUPATAMARCA (City Above the Clouds), an impressive Inca city. We continue to Wiñaywayna, at 2,690 meters above sea level, located at the edge of the jungle, where we will have dinner and camp.
DAY 4 – INCA TRAIL: CUSCO
After breakfast, we will continue to the wonderful entrance to Machu Picchu through the Inti Punku or Sun Gate, from where you will have an impressive panoramic view of the citadel. Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, we will take a guided tour of the citadel, visiting the main ruins and monuments, such as the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Clock, the Royal Rooms, the Temple of the Three Windows, and the cemeteries. Free time to stroll through the citadel before taking a bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, we will take the train back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, where the bus will be waiting for us to take us to Cusco. End of services.
Includes
 | Pick up from the hotel to begin our excursion. |
 | Classic 4-day, 3-night tour. |
 | Bus transportation to the start of the trek. |
| Accommodation in double tents. |
 | All food and all tableware during the trek. |
 | 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 snack-type dinners. |
 | Kitchen, dining room and bathroom tents. |
| Group luggage porters. |
| Official tourist guide. |
| Entrance ticket to the citadel. |
| Return train ticket to Ollantaytambo. |
 | Transfers from the train station to San Francisco Plaza. |
Not Included
| Foods not mentioned. |
| Phone calls. |
| Sleeping Bags. |
| Income for other days. |
| Personal porter to carry your personal belongings. |
| Other costs and expenses not described. |
| Extra drinks at breakfast. |
Note
AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS: Students: ISIC CARD.
(Students require an International Student Identity Card and must be under 25 years of age.)
Recommendations
- Wear sneakers or light shoes or tennis shoes.
- Drink plenty of fluids on your excursions.
- Wear a raincoat (long poncho) during the rainy season.
- Sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
- Binoculars.
- Sunglasses, plastic bags.
- Medication and/or personal items (contact lens solution).
- One light backpack or briefcase per person.
- Camera or camcorder and film.
- Have checks and small coins (dollars, euros, or soles) on hand.
Requirements to book the Tour
Requirements to book the tour:
- Tour start date.
- First name (as written in passport).
- Last name (as written in passport).
- Scanned passports or ID cards (Required).
- Nationality.
- Passport number.
- Date of birth.
- Specify accommodation type (Single, Double, Matrimonial, Triple).
- Specify hotel category (2, 3, 4, or 5 stars).
- Contact phone numbers.
- Payment of 50% of the tour cost.
- Prices are promotional and for cash payments only. Payments by credit card will incur an 8% surcharge.
