Inca Trail 4 Nights 3 Days

Description

Experience the legendary Inca Trail, one of the world's most famous trekking routes. This 4-night, 3-day journey combines mountain trekking with archaeology, following the historic path the Incas built over 500 years ago. Starting at kilometer 82, the trail winds through diverse ecosystems and archaeological complexes until reaching Machu Picchu. Along the way you'll visit Llactapata, Runkarakay, Sayacmarca, Puyupatamarca, and Wiñay Huayna, experiencing the magnificence of Inca engineering. On Day 2 you'll reach Warmiwañusca (4,200m), the trail's highest point, with stunning panoramic views. Finally, you'll enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) at sunrise on Day 4, a mystical experience that marks the culmination of this legendary adventure. This trek is moderately challenging but fully manageable with proper preparation.

Detailed Itinerary

1

Cusco - Wayllabamba Camp

Early morning pickup from your hotel (3:30-4:00 AM). 1.5-hour transfer to kilometer 82. Start easy trekking with views of Verónica snow peak. Visit to Llactapata archaeological complex. First camp at Wayllabamba at 2,700m.
Comidas: Lunch and Dinner Alojamiento: Camp at Wayllabamba Distancia: 12 km Dificultad: easy
Kilometer 82 - Inca Trail Start
08:30 AM

Kilometer 82 - Inca Trail Start

Llactapata Archaeological Complex
08:30 AM

Llactapata Archaeological Complex

Wayllabamba Camp - Night 1
08:30 AM

Wayllabamba Camp - Night 1

2

Wayllabamba - Pacaymayo Camp

Most challenging day of the trek. Ascent to Warmiwañusca pass (4,200m), the highest point of the Inca Trail. Panoramic views of multiple ecological zones and snow peaks. Descent through cloud forest to Pacaymayo.
Comidas: All Meals Alojamiento: Camp at Pacaymayo Distancia: 14 km Dificultad: moderate
Warmiwañusca Pass - Highest Point (4,200m)
08:30 AM

Warmiwañusca Pass - Highest Point (4,200m)

Pacaymayo Camp - Night 2
08:30 AM

Pacaymayo Camp - Night 2

3

Pacaymayo - Wiñay Huayna Camp

Ascent to the second pass at 3,850m. Guided visits to the archaeological complexes of Runkarakay, Sayacmarca, and Puyupatamarca. Descent to Wiñay Huayna, majestic Inca construction in the heart of the cloud forest. Guided tour of this important archaeological site.
Comidas: All Meals Alojamiento: Camp at Wiñay Huayna Distancia: 16 km Dificultad: moderate
Runkarakay Archaeological Complex
08:30 AM

Runkarakay Archaeological Complex

Sayacmarca Archaeological Complex
08:30 AM

Sayacmarca Archaeological Complex

Puyupatamarca Archaeological Complex
08:30 AM

Puyupatamarca Archaeological Complex

Wiñay Huayna - Majestic Inca Construction
08:30 AM

Wiñay Huayna - Majestic Inca Construction

4

Wiñay Huayna - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Early morning walk (1 hour) to Inti Punku (Sun Gate). Mystical entry to Machu Picchu at sunrise. 3-hour guided tour of the lost citadel. Free time for photos. Bus descent to Aguas Calientes. Tourist train to Ollantaytambo. Bus return to Cusco.
Comidas: Breakfast Alojamiento: Return to Cusco Distancia: 6 km Dificultad: easy
Inti Punku - Sun Gate
08:30 AM

Inti Punku - Sun Gate

Machu Picchu - The Lost Citadel
08:30 AM

Machu Picchu - The Lost Citadel

Aguas Calientes - Train Station
08:30 AM

Aguas Calientes - Train Station

Tour Details

Includes

  • Recogida y retorno desde hotel en Cusco
  • Transporte a km 82 (inicio del sendero)
  • Entradas a Camino Inca y Machu Picchu
  • Tren turístico Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
  • Traslado Ollantaytambo - Cusco
  • Carpas (acomodación compartida)
  • Colchonetas y sleeping bag
  • Porteadores para equipo y tiendas
  • 3 desayunos, 3 almuerzos, 3 cenas
  • Opciones vegetarianas disponibles
  • Guía profesional bilingüe
  • Botiquín de primeros auxilios y oxígeno
  • Todos los impuestos incluidos

Not Included

  • Primer desayuno (día 1)
  • Último almuerzo (día 4)
  • Entrada a Huayna Picchu (USD 75 adicionales)
  • Propinas
  • Gastos personales
  • Equipaje personal (mochilas, sleeping bag personal)

Tour Route

Explore the places you'll visit during this incredible journey

1. Cusco - Wayllabamba Camp

Inicio
Destino
Paradas
3 paradas
Estilo:

Itinerario

1
08:30 AM
Kilometer 82 - Inca Trail Start
2
08:30 AM
Llactapata Archaeological Complex
3
08:30 AM
Wayllabamba Camp - Night 1
12 km
Distancia
easy
Dificultad
2700m
Altitud máx
3
Paradas

2. Wayllabamba - Pacaymayo Camp

Inicio
Destino
Paradas
2 paradas
Estilo:

Itinerario

1
08:30 AM
Warmiwañusca Pass - Highest Point (4,200m)
2
08:30 AM
Pacaymayo Camp - Night 2
14 km
Distancia
moderate
Dificultad
4200m
Altitud máx
2
Paradas

3. Pacaymayo - Wiñay Huayna Camp

Inicio
Destino
Paradas
4 paradas
Estilo:

Itinerario

1
08:30 AM
Runkarakay Archaeological Complex
2
08:30 AM
Sayacmarca Archaeological Complex
3
08:30 AM
Puyupatamarca Archaeological Complex
4
08:30 AM
Wiñay Huayna - Majestic Inca Construction
16 km
Distancia
moderate
Dificultad
3850m
Altitud máx
4
Paradas

4. Wiñay Huayna - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Inicio
Destino
Paradas
3 paradas
Estilo:

Itinerario

1
08:30 AM
Inti Punku - Sun Gate
2
08:30 AM
Machu Picchu - The Lost Citadel
3
08:30 AM
Aguas Calientes - Train Station
6 km
Distancia
easy
Dificultad
2430m
Altitud máx
3
Paradas
USD 650.00
per person