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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 AMKilometer 82 - Inca Trail Start
Llactapata Archaeological Complex
08:30 AMLlactapata Archaeological Complex
Wayllabamba Camp - Night 1
08:30 AMWayllabamba 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 AMWarmiwañusca Pass - Highest Point (4,200m)
Pacaymayo Camp - Night 2
08:30 AMPacaymayo 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 AMRunkarakay Archaeological Complex
Sayacmarca Archaeological Complex
08:30 AMSayacmarca Archaeological Complex
Puyupatamarca Archaeological Complex
08:30 AMPuyupatamarca Archaeological Complex
Wiñay Huayna - Majestic Inca Construction
08:30 AMWiñay 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 AMInti Punku - Sun Gate
Machu Picchu - The Lost Citadel
08:30 AMMachu Picchu - The Lost Citadel
Aguas Calientes - Train Station
08:30 AMAguas 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)



