4-Day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Return
Tour details
- Hiking & Trekking Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
- Group Tour Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English Other languages on request: Spanish
- Group Size 1 - 16
- Ages 12+
Itinerary
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You reach Machu Picchu the old way on our Classic Inca Trail: on foot, following original Inca paths and walking in through the Sun Gate. It's our most popular trek, and over four days you'll cross high mountain passes, move through cloud forest, and stop at Inca sites spread along the route. Mornings start gently, with coffee or coca tea brought to your tent. Our trekking chefs cook fresh, hot meals at every stage, so you can focus on the walking. This is a demanding hike, but the daily rhythm and the support make it manageable. You'll walk in a small group with an expert local guide, and porters carry up to 7 kg / 15 lb of your gear so you move lighter. Camp includes quality tents, a private portable toilet tent, and a satellite phone carried for emergencies. Once you've seen Machu Picchu, the panoramic Vistadome train brings you back. We're a Peruvian local operator, and we handle the permits, transport, camping logistics and trail support. We follow responsible trekking practices and fair standards for porter welfare. . Tour Highlights Walk the full Classic Inca Trail from Km 82 Step into Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate Spend three nights camping in the Andes Start each day with hot coffee or coca tea at your tent Walk lighter, with porters carrying up to 7 kg / 15 lb Join a small group led by an expert local guide Ride back on the panoramic Vistadome train
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Expect a pickup around 4:30 AM from your Cusco hotel. The drive takes you to Ollantaytambo first, where you'll have breakfast and pick up anything you still need. From there it's on to Km 82 (Piscacucho), the official start of the Inca Trail. Once you've met your guides and porters, the walking starts, following the Urubamba River through Andean terrain. You'll pass Willkarakay and Patallacta on the way to lunch at Hatunchaca. By late afternoon you reach the Ayapata campsite at 3,300m, where your tent and warm water are ready, and a hot dinner follows.
Locations
- Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Patallacta
Meals
- Breakfast Breakfast at Ollantaytambo
- Lunch Fresh lunch with local ingredients at Hatunchaca
- Snack Daily snacks and hot drinks
- Dinner Freshly prepared dinner
Accommodation
Ayapata Campsite · Camping
Included Activities
- Guided hike from Km 82 through Urubamba River valley
- Visit Willkarakay
- Visit Patallacta (Llactapata)
- Guided tour of Hatunchaca
Landmarks
- Patallacta (Llactapata)
- Willkarakay
- Hatunchaca
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A cup of fresh coffee or coca tea sets you up for the hardest day on the trail. It's a steady climb to Dead Woman's Pass at 4,215m, the highest point of the trek. Take a breather, enjoy the views, then drop down into the Pacaymayo Valley for lunch. The afternoon means a second climb, this time up to Runkurakay Pass at 4,000m, with Inca sites to explore along the way: Runkurakay, Sayacmarca and Conchamarca. You'll end the day at the Chaquicocha campsite, where the sunset and, if the sky stays clear, the stars are worth the effort.
Locations
- Sayacmarca, Pacaymayo Valley
Meals
- Breakfast Breakfast with freshly brewed coffee or coca tea
- Lunch Well-earned lunch in Pacaymayo Valley
- Snack Daily snacks and tea time
- Dinner Dinner at camp
Accommodation
Chaquicocha Campsite · Camping
Included Activities
- Guided hike to Dead Woman's Pass (4,215m)
- Visit Runkurakay
- Visit Sayacmarca
- Visit Conchamarca
Landmarks
- Dead Woman's Pass
- Runkurakay
- Sayacmarca
- Conchamarca
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Today has a different feel from the days before. You walk through cloud forest thick with orchids and moss-covered trees, passing through stone tunnels that frame the Vilcabamba mountains. First comes Phuyupatamarca, the City in the Clouds, then a descent on original Inca steps down to the terraces at Intipata. You'll reach the final campsite for lunch and some rest before your guide leads you into Wiñay Wayna, one of the trail's most impressive sites. Back at camp there's tea and dinner, plus a farewell celebration with your trekking team before tomorrow's final stretch to Machu Picchu.
Locations
- Winay Wayna
Meals
- Breakfast Breakfast at camp
- Lunch Lunch at final campsite area
- Snack Daily snacks and tea time
- Dinner Special farewell dinner with trekking team
Accommodation
Wiñay Wayna Campsite · Camping
Included Activities
- Guided hike through cloud forest
- Visit Phuyupatamarca (City in the Clouds)
- Visit Intipata
- Guided tour of Wiñay Wayna archaeological site
Landmarks
- Phuyupatamarca
- Intipata
- Wiñay Wayna
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It's a very early start today, with breakfast at camp before you head to the last checkpoint on the trail. As soon as it opens, you climb to Intipunku, the Sun Gate, and get your first proper look at Machu Picchu laid out below. Your guide walks you down the ancient path, pausing at viewpoints, then along the set route through the ruins. You'll take in the buildings, terraces, water channels and sacred spaces at your own pace. A shuttle bus then drops you in Aguas Calientes for lunch on your own. From there, the included Vistadome train carries you to Ollantaytambo or your confirmed station, and a final transfer takes you to your Cusco or Sacred Valley hotel.
Locations
- Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu
Meals
- Breakfast Breakfast at camp
- Snack Snacks
Included Activities
- Hike to Sun Gate (Intipunku)
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu (Route 3-B for 2026 departures)
- Shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes
Optional Activities
- Huayna Picchu Mountain hike (requires separate Route 3-A ticket, must be booked well in advance, only possible if entry time and return train schedule are compatible)
Landmarks
- Sun Gate (Intipunku)
- Machu Picchu
- Huayna Picchu Mountain
Dates & Prices
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From Monday 2 Nov 2026To Thursday 5 Nov 2026
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From Tuesday 3 Nov 2026To Friday 6 Nov 2026
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From Wednesday 4 Nov 2026To Saturday 7 Nov 2026
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From Thursday 5 Nov 2026To Sunday 8 Nov 2026
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From Friday 6 Nov 2026To Monday 9 Nov 2026
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From Saturday 7 Nov 2026To Tuesday 10 Nov 2026
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From Sunday 8 Nov 2026To Wednesday 11 Nov 2026
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From Monday 9 Nov 2026To Thursday 12 Nov 2026
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From Tuesday 10 Nov 2026To Friday 13 Nov 2026
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From Wednesday 11 Nov 2026To Saturday 14 Nov 2026
Partners
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Alesia Tour
Tour PartnerFrom the field to the feed: Alesia supports operations and curates tour experiences for discerning audiences.
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TreXperience
Tour partnerOrganises and runs this tour on the ground, from guides and transport to accommodation.
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TourRadar
Booking partnerYour booking is handled and secured through TourRadar, the world’s largest marketplace for multi-day tours. Payments are processed on their secure checkout.
Included
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- 03 nights of comfortable camping
- Spaciou 4-person tents, shared by 02 people
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- Experienced Bilingual Tour Guides
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- 04 breakfasts, 03 lunches and 03 dinners
- Daily snacks and purified drinking water
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- Pre-departure briefing: Meet your guide one day before the trek to review the itinerary and ask any questions.
- Free luggage storage: Secure storage for your belongings during the tour at no extra cost.
- Entrance tickets: Inca Trail and Machu Picchu (Includes two entries)
- Permits: All permits are included; a passport copy is required right after booking.
- Camping equipment: High-quality tents and private portable toilets.
- Porter service: A personal porter will carry up to 7 kg (15 lb) of your items; all group gear is also transported.
- Personal duffle bag: Includes a 7 kg duffle, sleeping pad, pillow, rain poncho, and hand towels.
- Safety support: Guides are trained in first aid with access to a medical kit, oxygen, and satellite phones.
- Taxes and booking fees
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- Hotel pickup on day one and drop-off at the end of your tour.
- One-way bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Panoramic Vistadome train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo for a scenic return journey.
Not Included
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- International and domestic flights are not included
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- Travel Insurance is not included
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- Sleeping bag
- Inflatable air mattress
- Trekking poles
- Huayna Picchu Mountain
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- Travel Insurance: Highly recommended for all hikers
- Lunch on the last day not included
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Alex
An incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience! Trexperience were phenomenal from start to finish - our guides, Danny and Daniel, head porter, Benedict and head chef, Leandro, and all the porters were fantastic. Highly recommend!
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Annie
A wonderful experience. A well-organized tour. A professional guide. An incredible team
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Sherry
Although this was a physically demanding trip, it was one of the best experiences of my life. Abe, Wilbur and Alex were patient, kind and caring the food was amazing and the accommodated my vegetarian request, which was really very nice. Thank you for making this ship available.
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Daniela
Tour was very well planned and executed from start to finish
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Mathew
It was a great trip, much more challenging than I expected, but I can’t say enough about how accommodating and helpful both Gary and Junior were as guides. Unforgettable trip unforgettable views well managed super impressed with the Porters
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Punit
Had a great time. The crew - The guide, the chef, and the porters were excellent.
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Amy
We had a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the tour guides to the porters to the chefs, we felt very well taken care of and spoiled! I will send some of our family next year.
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Eduardo
No words. Just incredible. I was blown away by the service given to me and would definitely rebook for another excursion. Simply put, worth the money.
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Brad
It’s hard to put into words how extraordinary our luxury Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu truly was. From the moment we were met in Cusco by our guides and support team, we knew this was going to be something special, not just a hike, but a deeply moving, flawlessly orchestrated journey through history, nature, and culture. Every detail had been thought of. Our guides were knowledgeable, full of warmth and humor, weaving stories of Incan engineering, ancient rituals, and mountain legends into each day’s trek. They had a sense for when to pause for photos, when to rest, and when to simply stand in silence as the clouds rolled across the Andes. The staff, the team of porters, chefs, and support crew were nothing short of heroic. Somehow, while we hiked with light packs, they would race ahead to set up an immaculate campsite! Reaching Machu Picchu on the final day felt like the culmination of something much greater than a hike, it was a pilgrimage. Our guides secured the perfect timing to enter through the Sun Gate just as the first light hit the citadel. This journey exceeded every expectation of comfort, care, and connection. The professionalism and heart of every guide, porter, chef, and organizer turned a challenging trek into an unforgettable, soul-stirring experience. If you’re dreaming of the Inca Trail and want to do it in absolute style and comfort, this is the team to trust.
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Ciprian
The trail was very well organized, our both tour guides, Nilton and Evan were excellent, caring, they had great knowledge about Inca sites and history, even about the plants! The staff made our trail very comfy and unforgettable, the food was amazing! Thank you Trexperience!
Tour ID: 133014
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