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Small Intimate Groups
(max. 8 people)
Difficulty
Moderate
Max. Altitude
13,779ft / 4,200 m
Start / Finish
Cusco / Cusco
The classic 4-day Inca Trail is Peru’s top hike and one of the world’s most iconic treks.
Journey through Andean valleys, grasslands, and cloud forests, exploring ancient Inca ruins en route to Machu Picchu. A once-in-a-lifetime adventure, the Inca Trail with Yapa Explorers is a bucket list item for adventurers of all ages when visiting South America.
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What’s Included Note: It is assumed you will share a tent. There is a single room surcharge if you are a solo traveler and want to secure a private tent.
Frequently Asked QuestionsAltitude sickness can catch many travelers a little bit off guard. It’s impossible to know who will get affected by it. Some don’t even feel it at all! For most, it’s nothing more than a headache and a dizzy sensation that goes away over a short period of time.
If you want to limit your chances of getting sick, there are a few things you can do. The most important thing to do is acclimatize in Cusco. Take it easy on the first day or two, eat small meals, get plenty of rest and drink water. Other alternatives are Soroche (Diamox) pills and coca leaves.
It’s also important to speak to your physician to make sure you don’t have any underlying conditions.
The 4 Day Inca Trail trek requieres a decent level of physical fitness but it is not essential. Have in mind that although less difficult than other treks, you’ll still cover an average of 10km (6mi) per day at a high altitude, where some parts are uphill.
If looking for an easier option, we suggest checking out the Inca Trail 2D/1N!
Our tour departs with a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 8 people.
If looking to book a private group tour or solo tour, contact us and we’ll organize one for you.
There’s nothing like that feeling of discovering a new place all by yourself and we can help you with that. Whether looking to travel alone part of a journey or the whole trip, simply contact us and we’ll create the perfect plan.
We take the stress out of booking a group trip of 4 or more people to Machu Picchu, plus the added bonus of including great benefits! Contact our team through our email: info@yapaexplorers.com or by sending a Whatsapp to our number: +51 932 244 986 (09:00am to 6:00pm – Peruvian time) for more information.
Apart from Machu Picchu, the other ruins you’ll discover on the Inca Trail are the ones of Llactapata, Winay Wayna, Runkurakay, Phuyupatamarca and Sayacmarca, as well as other smaller Inca sites. Your tour guide will take you to these sites and explain their history and purpose in the Inca Empire.
An experienced cook accompanies every group on the trail. The cook provides us with delicious food made of local ingredients that will have you asking for more! Vegeterian, vegan and other special dietary requests can be accommodated as well with sufficient notice.
The Inca Trail has designated campsites situated at strategic points along the course of the trail, with each group having there space allocated by the Peruvian government authority. All tents provided are two-people tents, where you’ll share with someone else. It is possible to hire a private tent upon previous request. There are basic toilet facilities with “squat” style toilets situated throughout the trek, usually close to campsites and / or lunch stop locations. Taking your own toilet paper is essential, as it is very unlikely that any will be available during the trek. Basic showers are available at the campsites on the final night only, although it should be noted that these are usually very busy.
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We suggest at least 6-8 months in advance. There’s a strict limit of 200 permits for travelers per day, and as you can imagine they can get snatched up really quickly.
The Inca Trail is the most popular route to Machu Picchu and unfortunately, luck can sometimes not be on our side. But the good news is that the Inca Trail isn’t the only trek to the citadel!
The Salkantay Trek is the main alternative to the Inca Trail. Being named one of the most beautiful treks in the world, it offers unbelievable views like nowhere else.
The Inca Jungle Trek is another great alternative which mixes adventure into the journey. Trek, bike zip-line and even river raft on your way to Machu Picchu!
What To Bring Contact our Machu Picchu experts on Whatsapp HERE or email info@yapaexplorers.com. One of our team members will gladly help you!
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