Inca Trail Adventure

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Explore the fabulous Sacred Valley of the Incas before trekking along the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Trek the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with magnificent mountain views
    • Visit incredible Machu Picchu
    • Spend to days in the Sacred Valley to explore Inca culture and acclimatise to the altitude
    • Journey on the train from Machu Picchu to the Sacred Valley
    • Enjoy three hearty meals a day on trek prepared by our cooks

What's this trip about?

    Explore the fabulous Sacred Valley of the Incas before trekking along the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 15 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCusco
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Trekking & Expeditions
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cusco
  • Inca Trail
  • Machu Picchu
  • Sacred Valley

Activities

  • Culture
  • Trekking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 15

Trip includes

    • 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners
    • Pick up from Cusco hotel on day 1
    • Comfortable hotel in the Sacred Valley and fully serviced wilderness campsites
    • Expert bilingual guide for each section
    • Inca Trail Permit (please check availability with us at the time of booking)
    • Expert bilingual guide for each section
    • Train from Mapi to Poroy (Cusco)
    • The use of a gear pack for the trek including sleeping bag, fibre filled jacket and thermarest
    • Porters to carry personal gear on the trek
    • Group camping equipment
    • Private internal transportation
    • Sightseeing and site entrance fees as listed (including Machu Picchu entrance fee)
    • Group medical kit

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Depart Cusco and drive to the Sacred Valley

We are heading out from Cusco today to go explore the rural village of Pisac including the amazing open-air market. After a winding, ascending 45-minute drive passing through serene mountain countryside, we’ll get our first view of Pisac’s impressive ruins on the moun...

Day 2 Second day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas

Today we are learning all about Peru’s ancient cultures along with a visit to a friendly local community. Transferring across to Urco we have a gentle 2.5 km walk through the agricultural terraces at the crest of the surrounding farmlands, all covered by the shadow of...

Day 3 Inca Trail trek commences (Trek approx. 4.5 hours, 10.1km)

Today is an early start as we get up at sunrise to start our trekking experience. Most groups cross the Urubamba River at Km 82, we will instead head further downstream and cross at Km 88. Starting our trek further down will set the tone for the rest of this adventure...

Day 4 Trek towards first pass (Trek approx. 7 - 8 hours, 11.7km)

Greeted by the sun and a cup of warm tea we continue our journey by heading up into the narrow Cusichaca Valley, this journey passes houses inhabited by herdsman and farmers, until we reach Huayllabamba. Stopping for a quick rest, take advantage of the spectacular vie...

Day 5 Trek to Phuyupatamarca (Trek approx. 8 hours, 12km)

Today is a tough day as we being our steady ascent up to the highest point of the journey, Warmiwanusqa (Dead Woman’s) Pass (4228 metres / 13,871 feet), named for its resemblance to a woman lying down. This point is nearly 1,800m (5,905 feet) higher than Machu Picchu,...

Day 6 Final day of trek to Machu Picchu, guided tour of Machu Picchu, to Aguas Calientes (Trek approx. 7.5 hours, 10.9km)

Today is the day you've been waiting for, your first glimpse of the incredible citadel of Machu Picchu. Waking up in time for the sunrise, take a short hike up the hill from our campsite, where our hardworking porters await us with steaming cups of tea to greet the mo...

Day 7 Explore Machu Picchu and return to Cusco

This morning we get up early to savour the views and atmosphere of the mystical morning light over Machu Picchu. We are treated to a unique second visit to Machu Picchu including another guided tour (conducted by a local guide) visiting the sites that you may have mis...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,730
Price per day$247
Last Updated: 3/26/2025
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14 Apr 2025
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$1,730
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$1,730
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World Expeditions will endeavour to arrange for single travellers to share accommodation with another participant of the same gender, however if we cannot match you up a single supplement will be applicable. If you prefer not to share, a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room. Please refer to our website for the additional cost.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with World Expeditions.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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World Expeditions Reviews & Ratings

4.9/5  Excellent
Excellent
1,618
Great
221
Average
8
Disappointing
1
Terrible
4
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Christian Schrader

Jun 2022

Overall pretty good

The calendar was helpful in scheduling the trip.

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Jason Kiesling

Jun 2022

Rudy was an absolutely incredible tour guide

He was incredible helpful and informative and extremely passionate about the history and culture of the Andean people. He made our trek a fantastic experience and ma...

L

L. Bergin

Jan 2020

Fantastic trip with a group of friends

Henry our guide was outstanding with a real passion for the history of the Incas and the Inca Trail. The porters were terrific and the food was incredible. Our arriv...

K

K. Spencer

Jul 2019

Our leader Roger was exceptional! His enthusiasm and knowledge of the Inca trail, history, folklore, customs and daily lives of the people of Peru (past and present) surpassed my expectations

I saw no other group with our good fortune with roger and, in fact, others would listen in! Roger, thank you for taking such care of us and showing what a beautiful...

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N. Barclay

Sep 2017

We enjoyed the trek immensely - it was absolutely extraordinary - the wonderful guide, the incredible meals, the trekking, the camping & the views/sites surpassed our every expectation

It was such a great experience, that we're keen to do another one next year!

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and taxes
    • Internal flights and taxes
    • Airport transfers
    • Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages
    • Excess baggage costs
    • Medical treatment
    • Visa costs
    • Travel Insurance (compulsory)

Accommodation

  • 3 nights hotel
  • 3 nights camping
Requirements
Introductory adventures are designed with the first time trekker in mind. They are challenging enough to make it a real adventure holiday, however the daily physical exercise is around six to eight hours and altitudes generally less than 4,200m. Introductory adventures are not necessarily easy. There will be some long steep ascents and some rough ground to cover. Remember trekking rarely involves flat terrain. Two to three months prior to departure you should spend thirty minutes to one hour exercising, three or four times per week eg. Hard walking, jogging or cycling. To prepare for a walking holiday we recommend you take every opportunity to walk up and down stairs and/or hills, for leg strengthening and aerobic fitness. Please remember the fitter you are the more you will enjoy your holiday. Specialist gear required includes walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Please check visa requirements with your reservations consultant*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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