4 Days Inca Trail Map

4 Days Inca Trail Map The 4 Days Inca Trail is one of the most popular treks in the world. It will take you along ancient narrow trails deep into the Peruvian countryside and high into the Andean mountains, where you will see perfect Inca constructions, cloud forests, and majestic views of the Vilcanota Valley, ultimately leading you to perhaps the best end point of any multi-day hike on Earth, the iconic Machu Picchu Citadel, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

The Classic Inca Trail is an iconic and well-established hike that starts at km 82 (the starting point) up to the Machu Picchu Citadel through its unique Sun Gate (also called Inti Punku).

The total journey is around 42 km (26 miles), not as long as people often expect. However, a good part of it includes steep and narrow Andean mountain trails and is at relatively high altitudes. So it is by no means easy, but it is definitely worth it! If you think you will have a hard time doing the classic 4 days Inca Trail, there are different versions of the Inca Trail that are less intense and strenuous (for example, a 1-day, 2-day or 3 days hike).

4 Days Inca Trail Map

Inca Trail Map

Starting point: The hike begins at Km 82 (Piscacucho), located along the Urubamba River.

Day 1: Km 82 to Hatun Chaca: This is a relatively easy section of the trail, passing through beautiful Andean landscapes and small settlements. Along the way, you will cross the Urubamba River and see the Incan ruins of Llactapata.

Tarayoc to Ayapata: This is a more challenging section of the trail, as it includes steep uphill sections. Along the way, you will see stunning views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. You will also pass through the small community of Ayapata, where you will spend your first night camping.

Distance to walk: 14 km/ 8.7 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

Day 2: Ayapata to Dead Woman’s Pass: This is the most challenging section of the hike, as you will climb to the highest point on the trail, Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusca), at an elevation of 4,200 meters (13,780 feet). The trail is steep and narrow, but the views from the top are stunning.

Dead Woman’s Pass to Chaquicocha: This section of the trail descends steeply through the cloud forest, passing through several small settlements and reaching pacaymayu (lunch), then continuing over the second pass of runcurakay and reaching the second Chaquicocha campsite.

Distance to walk: 16 km/ 10 miles
Difficulty: Challenging

Day 3: Chaquicocha to Phuyupatamarca: This section of the trail includes several wonderful sections of scenery, passing several Incan ruins along the way, including the impressive ruins of Phuyupatamarca.

Phuyupatamarca to Wiñaywayna: This is the final section of the trail, which includes a steep descent to Wiñaywayna, another impressive Incan ruin that everyone should explore. Wiñaywayna is the last campsite, and typically this is where hikers say goodbye to porters.

Distance to walk: 10 km/ 6.2 miles.
Difficulty: Easy.

Day 4: Wiñaywayna to Machu Picchu: Wake up early, and then the trail continues to Inti Punku, the Sun Gate, where you’ll have your first view of Machu Picchu. You will then descend to the citadel, where you will have a guided tour of the Inca city of Machu Picchu.

Distance to walk: 6 km/ 3.73 miles
Difficulty: Moderate

Want to learn more about the Trek to Machu Picchu? Check out our Machu Picchu trek guide to compare options, get tips on seasonal weather, and more. If you’re ready to book your Inca trail tour, contact our team and reserve your spot on the Inca Trail.