Adventure Inca Trail Trek 4 Day

Preparation is key to enjoying your journey on the Adventure Inca Trail 4-Day Trek, and we are committed to making your experience seamless. To address any queries and provide all necessary details about the adventure and park regulations, your guide or a company representative will meet with you at your hotel 1 to 2 days prior to departure.

This important briefing is typically scheduled between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. at your hotel, though adjustments can be made with prior coordination at least a week in advance. Our aim is to ensure you are fully prepared and confident for your adventure to this world-renowned destination to Machupicchu.

Our team will pick you up from your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle, starting your journey to the magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas. After approximately 2 hours of travel, we’ll arrive at Piscacucho (Km 82), the official starting point of the renowned adventure classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu.

The first stage of the trek involves a 3-hour hike, followed by a break at Tarachayoc. Here, our adventure team will prepare a delicious lunch for you, and you’ll have a well-deserved 30-minute rest.

We’ll continue our hike for another 2 hours until we reach the Wayllabamba campsite, located at an altitude of 3,031 meters (9,944 feet). Along this journey, you’ll enjoy stunning landscapes and visit two significant archaeological sites, with Llactapata (2,650 meters/8,747 feet) being the most notable.

• Accommodation: Camping
• Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
• Hiking Time: 6 to 7 hours
• Meals: Lunch, snack, and dinner
• Maximum Altitude: 3,031 m / 9,944 feet
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

We will start early to make the most of the stunning landscapes and avoid the intense midday sun. This day’s trek will take us to the highest point on the Adventure Classic Inca Trail, offering a unique chance to experience the diverse microclimates along the route. We will walk through the enchanting Polylepis forest until we reach Llulluchapampa, then continue into the Puna ecosystem, situated over 3,700 meters above sea level.

From this point, we will embark on a roughly 90-minute hike to reach the highest pass of the journey, the renowned “Abra de Warmiwañusca” or Dead Woman’s Pass, located at 4,200 meters. After taking in the breathtaking views and enjoying a well-deserved break, we will begin our descent of nearly 550 meters. This descent will take us about 1.5 hours as we navigate the remarkable Inca Trail, where about 30% of the original stone steps are still intact. We will arrive at our campsite in Pacaymayu (3,657 meters / 12,000 feet), meaning “hidden river,” where we will enjoy a delicious lunch and rest for the remainder of the day.

• Accommodation: Camping
• Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
• Hiking Time: 7 – 8 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner
• Maximum Altitude: 4,215 meters / 13,907 feet
• Difficulty: Challenging

Start your day on the Adventure Inca Trail with a refreshing Inca tea at our camp. Prepare for a day filled with invigorating hikes offering diverse landscapes, stunning vistas, and intriguing Inca ruins. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll begin our ascent to the second pass of the Inca Trail, Runkurakay (3,760 meters / 10,647 feet). We will pause at the Runkurakay archaeological site, also known as the “Ovoid Tower,” where you can take in breathtaking views of the Pacaymayu Valley. The climb to Runkurakay Pass (3,970 meters / 13,023 feet) will take approximately 45 minutes.

Upon reaching the pass, we’ll descend into the Aobamba Valley to explore the Sayacmarca Archaeological Group, renowned as the “Dominant City.” Our journey continues to the third pass, where we’ll stop for lunch, depending on weather conditions. This pass, named Phuyupatamarca, which translates to “City Above the Clouds” in Quechua, is also home to another significant Inca archaeological site.

After a well-deserved break, we’ll descend about 900 meters (2 hours and 30 minutes) to reach Wiñaywayna. Once we set up camp, you’ll have the chance to visit the stunning Wiñaywayna archaeological site, known as “Forever Young.”

At the end of the day, after dinner, we’ll take a moment to express our appreciation to the Inca Trail staff with kind words and a tip, as we won’t have time for farewells the following day.

• Accommodation: Camping
• Distance: 16 km / 10 miles
• Hiking Time: 9 to 10 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner
• Maximum Altitude: 4,215 meters / 13,907 feet
• Difficulty: Challenging

The most anticipated day of our journey has arrived! We start early to fully embrace the grandeur of Machu Picchu. After a pre-dawn breakfast, we head towards the citadel to witness the sunrise in all its glory.

Our hike begins with a 1.5-hour trek to “Intipunku,” also known as the “Sun Gate.” From this vantage point, we’ll get our first panoramic view of the Sacred City of Machu Picchu, marveling at its splendor as the morning sun illuminates its ancient walls. After capturing the perfect photos and enjoying a well-deserved break, we’ll descend to the main entrance of Machu Picchu where restrooms are available.

Next, we will re-enter Machu Picchu through Circuit 3, after passing the ticket checkpoint. Our guide will then lead us on an official 1.5-hour tour, offering an in-depth look into the history and mysteries of this incredible site. Once the tour concludes, we’ll take a 30-minute bus ride to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo. From Ollantaytambo, we’ll transfer by bus to the city of Cusco. The total travel time is approximately 4 hours.

• Distance: 6 km / 3.5 miles
• Walking Time: 2.5 hours
• Meals: Breakfast
• Highest Elevation: 2,720 meters / 8,977 feet
• Difficulty: Easy