Inca Trail travel guide




Our Inca Trail trek Holidays
Peruvian Andes trekking holiday to Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu with an International Guide and Doctor.
Peru walking and cultural holiday
Trek the cultural sites and mountain scenery of Peru
High Inca Trail trek in Peru
Machu Picchu, Inca fortresses and cloud forest
Peru highlights tour, Inca trail, Titicaca and Nazca
Taste Peru's diverse landscapes and fascinating culture
Hiking the Inca Trail holiday
An unrivalled combination of history and spectacular scenery
Inca Trail trekking holiday, alternative route
Discover the beauty of the Inca Trail in a different way
Luxury Inca Trail trek, Peru
Spectacular trek on the Inca Trail through the high Andes
Alternative Inca trail trek in Peru, Salkantay Trek
Salkantay trek - an alternative Inca Trail adventure
18-29's Inca Trail hiking trip, Peru
Get straight down to business and up the Inca Trail.
Inca trail & Amazon Rainforest holiday
Inca Trail, Machu Picchu & rainforest
Highlights of Peru holidays
Discover the real Peru. Includes Inca Trail Trek
Peru highlights holiday including Inca trail trek
Discover the diversity of Peru on this fascinating journey
Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu trek
Bucket List Adventure Trekking to Machu Picchu
Lima to Cuzco overland truck tour in Peru
Explore Peru and the majestic Machu Picchu
Inca trail trekking holiday
Andean adventure small group holiday
Peru small group holiday, Inca Trail & Lake Titicaca
Exciting journey into enchanting Peru from Amazon to Andes
Inca Trail extension holiday
Conquer ancient pathways on the historic Inca trail hike.
Family adventure holiday in Peru, Inca & Amazon
Pretty Sherpa villages and spectacular mountains
Choquequirao to Machu Picchu trekking holiday, Peru
Choquequirao - trek to a lost Inca City, Peru
Peru and Inca trail small group holiday
Travel from the Andes to the Amazon
Alternative Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu
Remote trekking to Machu Picchu
Peru 8 day trekking holiday, ultimate Machu Picchu
Trek into the Andes to reach Machu Picchu
Peru holiday, Machu Picchu, Cusco & Lake Titicaca
Tailor made amazing Andean adventure and cultural heritage
Inca Trail trek with homestay
World-famous Inca Trail and an active, cultural twist.
Ancascocha 5 day trek in Peru
Off the beaten trek to Machu Picchu
Inca trail holiday, Peru
Retrace the steps of a fascinating civilisation
Southern Peru tailor made holiday, Alternative Inca Trail trek
Alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu without camping
Tailormade holiday in Peru, Inca Trail & Amazon
Walk the Inca Trail with private guide, without the crowds
Learn Spanish in Peru & trek the Inca trail
Inca trek & relaxed, professional Spanish lessons
Inca Trail walking tour, Peru
Customisable holiday including comfort service Inca Trail
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Our top Inca Trail trek Holiday
Peru highlights tour, Inca trail, Titicaca and Nazca
Taste Peru's diverse landscapes and fascinating culture
2021: 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct
2022: 15 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 14 Oct
Hiking the Inca Trail
Porters carrying your luggage walk ahead of the group in order to set up camp and prepare meals in time for your arrival; you can carry water, snacks and extra items in your own small daypack. Operators usually provide two-man tents, sleeping mats and larger communal tents for dining. Basic toilets or toilet tents are available at the campsites, and several operators offer premium tours with portable showers and more luxurious camping options. Some larger campsites may also have their own showers – but be prepared to queue!
Food is plentiful and hearty, especially considering the rustic conditions, and any dietary requirements should be catered for if you request this well in advance.
The Inca Trail day by day
a sample itinerary
Day 2: This is easily the toughest day. You'll cover just over 8km, as you climb steeply to Dead Woman's Pass (4,200m) in around two and a half hours. You'll break for lunch here to recharge, then continue onto camp.
Day 3: Today's 7.3km trail climbs two passes and traverses cloud forest, spectacular ruins and glorious views. Some operators include a visit to Wiñay Wayna at the end of today's hike.
Day 4: If you've camped at Wiñay Wayna, you will reach Machu Picchu at sunrise. If not, this morning you'll descend 11km down stone steps to Machu Picchu, reaching the ruins in the early afternoon, before continuing onto Aguas Calientes where you can spend a final night, or return to Cuzco.