Inca Trail Tours and other treks
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is considered one of the best hiking trails on the planet. It covers a total of 39 kilometers from the starting point to the Inca citadel of Machupicchu, the end point of the route. You get there not in the traditional way, but through the Inca gate (Intipunku) from the mountains, just as the Incas did. From there you have a first landscape impression of Machupicchu.
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Multi-day tours that include the Inca Trail
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the main objective of many tourists who arrive every day in Cusco. However, within the trip they take the opportunity to get to know the best of Cusco and Peru. Learn about the best multi-day tours in Cusco that also include the Inca Trail.
Salkantay trek tours
The Salkantay trek tour is a multi-day hiking route that runs through the high mountains surrounding the snow-capped Salkantay (6,271 masl). On this tour you visit tourist attractions such as the Humantay lagoon, the Cocalmayo thermal baths and even Machu Picchu, the final destination.
Choquequirao trek tours
The archaeological site of Choquequirao is one of the most mysterious in Cusco. It was an Inca citadel located on top of a mountain with difficult access. Today you can only get there via a 4-5 day hiking route. It is considered one of the most arduous hiking trails in Cusco.
Other incredible treks to Machu Picchu
Cusco is located in the heart of the Andes Mountains, an ideal geography for practicing amazing hiking trails. Most of these hikes include a visit to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Some of the most recommended are: the Huchuy Qosqo trek, the Lares trek and the Inca Jungle trek.
Prices of the most famous treks to Machu Picchu
The treks can be done on your own or with a tourism agency. It is best to trust a professional agency. All services are all included. The tour ensures a unique experience with the greatest security. Find out the prices of the main treks in Cusco!
Days | Trek | Foreign | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Days | Inca Trail Tour Short | From 455 USD | From 455 USD |
| 3 Days | Tour Huchuy Qosqo Trek | From 479 USD | From 479 USD |
| 4 Days | Inca Trail Tour Classic | From 695 USD | From 695 USD |
| 4 Days | Salkantay Trek Tour | From 400 USD | From 370 USD |
| 4 Days | Inca Jungle Tour | From 420 USD | From 390 USD |
| 4 Days | Choquequirao Trek Tour | From 690 USD | From 690 USD |
| 4 Days | Tour Lares Trek | From 620 USD | From 600 USD |
| 5 Days | Classic Salkantay Trek Tour | From 450 USD | From 430 USD |
| 5 Days | City Tour Cusco, Sacred Valley and Short Inca Trail | From 695 USD | From 695 USD |
| 5 Days | Full trekking Inca Trail and Humantay Lagoon | From 795 USD | From 795 USD |
| 8 Days | Inca Trail and Sacred Valley | From 1,010 USD | From 1,010 USD |
| 9 Days | Cusco and Inca Trail (4D) + Sacred Valley | From 1,080 USD | From 1,080 USD |
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, one of the best treks in the world!
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is considered one of the best treks on the entire planet. Through this didactic video, learn step by step, day by day, what the tour of this famous hiking trail is like.
What services does the classic tour to the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu include?
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu can only be done with an all-inclusive tour organized by a tourism agency. This is because the route is protected by the Peruvian State and only people with permission can do it. All tours must include what is necessary for a safe trip and to protect the route. This is: tickets, transportation, camping equipment, tour guide, food and return to Cusco by train. Does not include sleeping bag or trekking poles.
- Pick up from the tourist’s hotel.
- Full tourist transportation to the starting point of the hike.
- Permit for the Inca Trail route.
- Professional tour guide (in Spanish and English).
- Team of porters (they do not carry tourist luggage).
- Cook team (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners).
- Camping equipment (tents, mats).
- Entrance to Machupicchu.
- Return to Cusco by train and tourist bus.
- Final transfer to the tourist’s hotel.
Differences between the classic and short Inca Trail
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu can only be done with an all-inclusive tour organized by a tourism agency. This is because the route is protected by the State.
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu | ||
|---|---|---|
| Classic Inca Trail | Short Inca Trail | |
| Duration | 4 days | 2 days |
| Kilometers | 39 kilometers | 11 kilometers |
| Camp | 3 nights camping under the stars | 1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes |
| Tourist attractions | Archaeological sites of Llactapata, Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, Wiñayhuayna and Machu Picchu. | Archaeological sites of Chachabamba, Wiñayhuayna and Machu Picchu. |
| Difficulty | Challenging | Moderate |
| Climate | Andean and tropical (from 2ºC to 24ºC). | Tropical (from 15ºC to 24ºC). |
| Porters | Including the 4 days of the tour | They are not required. |
| Guide | Shared service in Spanish and English. | Shared service in Spanish and English. |
| Food | In camp made by cooks (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners). | Box lunch and in a tourist restaurant in Aguas Calientes (1 lunch and 1 dinner). |
| Tickets | Including the entrance ‘Machu Picchu Solo’. | Including the entrance ‘Machupicchu Solo’. |
| Recommended | For people over 12 years old | For the whole family. |
Everything you will see on the 4-day Classic Inca Trail tour!
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu can only be done with an all-inclusive tour organized by a tourism agency. This is because the route is protected by the State.
- Archaeological site of Llactapata – Llactapata was an urban center, checkpoint and agricultural center that is part of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Its name, translated into Quechua, means ‘High Town’. It is 5 kilometers after starting the famous hiking trail.
- Runkurakay Archaeological Site – Runkurakay was an urban center and checkpoint built by the Incas to monitor the passage of people along the Inca ‘qhapac ñan’ trails. Its name means ‘Abandoned House’ or ‘Collapsed House’. It is 24 kilometers from the starting point of the Inca Trail.
- Abra Warmiwañusca – The Abra Warmiwañusca is the highest point during the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. It is at 4,215 masl. It is an ideal place to take photos because it is surrounded by immense mountains and incredible Andean landscapes. Its name means the passage of ‘The dead woman’.
- Sayacmarca Archaeological Site – Sayacmarca was an urban center and a surveillance point for people traveling the qhapac ñan or Inca trails. Its name means ‘dominant people’. It has squares, canals, streets, walls and agricultural terraces. It is 20 kilometers from the starting point of the Inca Trail.
- Phuyupatamarca Archaeological Site – Phuyupatamarca is a Quechua name meaning ‘Place above the clouds’. This is due to being located in a cloudy geography, in the jungle of Cusco. It was an urban and religious center, as well as an agricultural center. It has roads, bridges, squares and stairways. It is only 13 kilometers from Machu Picchu.
- Wiñayhuayna Archaeological Site – Wiñayhuayna is a Quechua word meaning ‘forever young’. The name refers to a characteristic flower of the place. It was an urban and agricultural center with some similarities to Machu Picchu (it is located just 5 kilometers from the Inca citadel). It can be visited on the Inca Trail, both for the 4 and 2-day tour.
- Machu Picchu Inca Citadel – Machu Picchu is the final destination of the Inca Trail. It was a citadel, agricultural center and religious site. It has more than 150 stone buildings carved with great perfection. It is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world.
- Aguas Calientes Town – Aguas Calientes, also called Machupicchu town, is located 10 kilometers from the archaeological site. There are the restaurants, hotels, cafes and other tourist services that you can appreciate during your visit to Machu Picchu. There you also take the return train to the city of Cusco.
Tourist attractions that you can see on the Inca Trail
The Inca Trail is one of the most popular tourist routes in Peru, offering a unique combination of natural beauties, heritage history and ancient culture. Traveling this road, travelers can visit Inca ruins such as Llactapata, Patallacta and Winay Wayna, enjoy panoramic views of the jungle and mountains.
Patallacta
Patallacta has a strong relationship with Machu Picchu, that is, it connects directly with the wonder of the world. Among the archaeological remains you can find several houses and large areas of crops…
Sayacmarca
Sayacmarca, like many Inca constructions, has platforms and buildings on the edge of the precipices. You will also find small streets and religious centers that were occupied by…
Wiñayhuayna
Wiñayhuayna, is very similar to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Among the archaeological remains there are 40 exclusive platforms for cultivation. It is also possible to find a separation between…
Intipata
Intipata, is an Inca archaeological site that is located in an elevated area that makes it difficult to visit. In case you decide to ascend you will not regret it, you will have a panoramic view of the entire Urubamba valley…
Questions and answers about tours that include the Inca Trail
The 4-day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is considered one of the best treks on the planet. In addition to this trek there are many others in Cusco. Most conclude in nothing less than the Inca citadel. Learn about the questions and answers that tourists ask about the Inca Trail and other treks.
What is the best trek in Cusco?
The 4-day Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the best trek not only in Cusco but in Peru and one of the best on the planet.
How many kilometers does the Classic Inca Trail cover?
The Classic Inca Trail covers approximately 39 kilometers. This tour is in 4 days and 3 nights of camping. At the end the visitor will arrive at Machu Picchu through the Puerta del Sol (Intipunku).
How many kilometers does the Short Inca Trail cover?
The 2-day Short Inca Trail covers 11 kilometers on foot from km. 104 of the railway line to Machu Picchu through the Intipunku (the Puerta del Sol). This tour actually takes 1 day (the other day you return by bus to Machupicchu).
Why should I choose the Inca Trail tour 4 days?
The 4-day Inca Trail tour crosses historical Inca trails, the so-called qhapac ñan, which can only be traveled with permits processed by the tourism agency of your choice. It offers the first view of Machupicchu through the Puerta del Sol (the Intipunku).
How many kilometers does the Salkantay trek cover?
The Salkantay trek covers approximately 75 kilometers on foot. This stretch is done on foot for 5 days and 4 rest nights in tourist camps. If you add some sections on foot, the route can be a little longer.
Which is better? The Salkantay trek or the Inca Trail?
Both hiking trails are highly sought after by tourists from around the world. The Salkantay trek lasts 5 days and offers wonderful landscapes. The Inca Trail lasts 4 days and covers historical paths.
What other treks to do in Peru?
Peru has an Andean geography ideal for practicing hiking trails. The most famous treks are the Inca Trail, the Salkantay trek, the Cordillera Blanca trek, the Colca Canyon trek and more.
Can I do the Inca Trail on my own?
No, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, whether in its 4 or 2-day version, is a hiking route that can only be done with the authorization of a tourism agency. No tourist can do it on their own. This is because it crosses the Inca trails, or qhapac ñan, declared a World Heritage Site and protected by the Peruvian authorities.
What is the cheapest trek in Cusco?
Cusco offers a wide variety of hiking trails. All can be done with a tourism agency. The most recommended, due to their experience and economy, are the Inca Jungle, the Salkantay trek and the Choquequirao trek.
What is the Inca Jungle? Is it recommended?
The Inca Jungle is an adventure route that runs through the jungle landscapes of Cusco until reaching Machu Picchu along the Hydroelectric route. The Inca Jungle includes the practice of adventure sports such as cycling, canoeing, zip-lining and, of course, trekking. It is highly recommended, especially for young adventurers.