Inca Trail – 5 Days
PRIVATE INCA TRAIL
5-DAYS/4-NIGHTS
This 5-day adventure on the Inca Trail is highly recommended for groups of families and friends who wish to spend more time enjoying the awe-inspiring landscapes, ancient ruins, and breathtaking mountain vistas while avoiding the crowds. This option is also recommended for seniors (60+) who want to take their time and enjoy the trail at a steadier pace. The Inca Trail offers a unique blend of natural beauty, archaeological wonders, and a deep connection to the rich history of the Incas. You will ultimately enter the enchanted religious city through Inti Punku, the Sun Gate, where you will experience your first magical view of Machu Picchu. Overall, this is an unforgettable experience that combines adventure, cultural immersion, and a profound sense of accomplishment.
- Type of activity:
- Total distance:
- Difficulty:
- Hiking, camping, adventure, and history
- 43kilometers/26 miles
- Moderate/hard
Trip Details
ITINERARY
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
PRICE
ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUSCO – KILOMETER 82 – AYAPATA
- 05:00 AM: Pick-up from hotel.
- Travel: 1.5 hours to Ollantaytambo for breakfast (not included), then 1 hour to Kilometer 82.
- Hike: 3 hours to Llacta Pata (first Inca archaeological site), followed by lunch.
- Continue Hike: 2 hours to Ayapata campsite.
- Walking Distance: 14 km / 8 miles
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 3,300 meters / 10,890 feet
DAY 2: AYAPATA – PASS OF THE DEAD WOMAN – PACAYMAYO – CHAQUICOCHA
- 05:00 AM: Wakeup call and breakfast.
- Hike: To Warmihuañusca (4,200 meters / 13,779 feet) and descent for 1.5 hours to lunch spot.
- Continue Hike: 4 hours to Chaquicocha campsite, visiting Runkuranqay and Sayaqmarka archaeological sites.
- Walking Distance: 16 km / 9 miles
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Hard
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 3,600 meters / 11,800 feet
DAY 3: CHAQUICCOHA – PHUYUPATAMARCA – WIÑAYHUAYNA
- Morning: Breakfast and continue hike to Phuyupatamarca (3,680 meters / 12,073 feet).
- Hike: Visit Phuyupatamarca and Intipata archaeological sites.
- Continue Hike: To Wiñayhuayna and return to campsite for dinner and farewell ceremony.
- Walking Distance: 9 km / 5 miles
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 2,650 meters / 8,745 feet
DAY 4: WIÑAYHUAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES – CUSCO
- 04:00 AM: Breakfast and head to trail checkpoint.
- Hike: 1.5 hours to Sun Gate, then 1 hour to Machu Picchu checkpoint.
- Tour: 2-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu with free time to explore.
- Return: Bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included), then train to Ollantaytambo and private transport to Cusco.
- Walking Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Camp Altitude: 2,400 meters / 7,920 feet
INCLUDED
- Private transportation to Kilometer 82
- Professional bilingual English/Spanish guide
- Assistant guide for 6 people or more
- Professional private chef
- Porters to carry your cooking and camping equipment
- Porter to carry 7 kg of your personal belongings
- Entrance fee to the Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
- Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Return train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Private transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
- Water (except for the first 4 hours on Day 1)
- Meals 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 snacks, and 4 dinners
- Vegetarian meals available upon request
- Dining tent, tables, and chairs
- 4-men Tent for every 2 people
- Inflatable air mattress and pillow
- Oxygen
- First aid kit
NOT INCLUDED
- Sleeping bag (available for rent)
- Personal porter (option to hire in advance)
- Walking sticks (available for rent)
- Breakfast on Day 1
- Lunch and dinner on Day 4
- Entrance fee for Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain (optional additional hikes)
- Gratuities for drivers, porters, and cook
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Passport
- Student card for discount (if you let us know in advance when booking)
- Sleeping bag (available for rent)
- Walking sticks (available for rent)
- Hiking boots
- Waterproof jacket and/or rain poncho.
- Warm jacket
- Hat
- Gloves
- Long and short sleeve T-shirts
- Comfortable pants (if it is the rainy season, it is recommended to bring rain pants as well)
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (35 SPF or higher)
- Insect repellent
- Personal toiletries
- Personal medication
- Camera
- Flashlight
- Optional: Sandals, bathing suit, etc.
PRICE
Departures available from March 1st through January 31st.
Price per person:
- 1 person 2,400 USD
- 2 people 1,230 USD per person
- 3 people 1,105 USD per person
- 4 people 1,055 USD per person
- 5 people 960 USD per person
- 6 or more people 930 USD per person