Classic Inca Trail 4 Days / 3 Nights – Private Service
The Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights is one of the most remarkable examples of the approximately 40,000 kilometers of roads built by the Incas over 500 years ago. These ancient Incan roads spanned deserts, highlands, and jungles, showcasing the incredible engineering skills of this advanced civilization.
This unforgettable trek begins in the scenic Andean region and gradually descends into the lush jungle, taking you through cloud forests, ancient Incan tunnels, stone bridges, and even snow-capped peaks along the way.
Hiking the Inca Trail is not just an adventure; it’s a journey back in time, offering a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and history of the Incas for four incredible days.
Along the route, hikers will encounter a wide variety of flora, endemic fauna, and microclimates along the Inca Trail through the mountains.
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the Lost City of the Incas. This incredible trek through the Andes offers stunning views, ancient ruins, and rich history, creating memories that will last forever. When you book your Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights with Cusco Journeys & Adventure, you’re choosing a trusted, top-rated company. Check out our glowing reviews on TripAdvisor to see why we’re the best choice for your Inca Trail experience. Inca Trail Availability: We offer daily departures for the Classic Inca Trail 4 days 3 Nights, except for February when the trail is closed for maintenance. Be sure to book in advance and secure your spot for this incredible trek! Book now your Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!, Spaces are limited and the journey is truly unforgettable ancient ruins, lush valleys, and the magic of Machu Picchu await. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic experience.
You will have a thorough briefing with your guide 1 or 2 days before your Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights. During this meeting, your guide will meet you at your hotel, providing you with the perfect opportunity to ask any questions and finalize your preparations. We will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 5:30 AM! The ride to the trailhead at Kilometer 82 is beautiful! Along the way we will stop at the Raqchi look out to take photos. This gorgeous location overlooks the valley of Urubamba with the Chicon glacier in the background. From this position you can also see Mount Veronica (5,682 m/ 18,637 ft) and the Urubamba River. After driving an additional 45 minutes we will reach the town of Ollantaytambo. This town is an excellent spot to get breakfast and buy any last minute supplies prior to arriving at the trailhead. You will also have the opportunity to see the Ollantaytambo Inca site while you are here. We will then get back in the van to travel the final 45 minutes to reach the trail head at Kilometer 82. At this point we will go through the Inca trail checkpoint and begin our Inca Trail hike. The hike begins with 2 ½ hours of relatively flat terrain until we reach the Wilkaraqay Inca site. From this location we will have gorgeous views of the Llactapata (2,750 m/ 9,020 ft) archeological site, which was a check point on the Inca trail approach to Machu Picchu. At this point we will go over the history of this site as well as have an overview of the history of the Inca trail. Back on the trail we will hike for 2 hours until we reach Hatunchaca (2,598 m/8,525 ft) where we will have lunch. This will be your first meal from our incredible chef and will give you an idea of the fantastic food you can look forward to the remainder of the trek! After lunch we will hike for 2 ½ hours until we reach our camp at Ayapata (3,300 m / 10,829 ft). This camp is a little further along the Inca trail than the traditional night one camp site of Wayllabamba. This is nice because it is quieter. We will take advantage of this feature of the camp in order to enjoy the stars and beauty of the evening on the Inca trail in serenity. After a delicious breakfast we will begin our hike to the famous Dead Woman’s Pass! For the first two hours we will be in the cloud forest. We will pass through various biozones including the low sierra and the high puna. There are many opportunities to see a variety of plant and birdlife and if we are lucky we may also spot White Tailed Deer. After this two hour hike we reach Llulluchapampa (3,800 m / 12,460 ft). This is a small camp and it is the absolute last location on the trail to buy supplies. After a 15 minute break we will continue on the trail. The portion of the trail leading to Dead Woman’s Pass at Warmiwañusca (4,215 m/ 13,825 ft) lasts two hours and takes you through beautiful mountains and the grasslands of the high Andes. We will pause at the top of this pass to admire the majesty of the highest point of the Inca trail. We will then descend to the Pacaymayu camp for lunch. After lunch we will ascend 45 minutes to the Inca site of Runcuraccay. We will tour this ruin and then continue uphill for an additional hour to the Runcuraccay pass (3,950 m/ 12,959 ft). After a descent of 90 minutes we will arrive at the Inca site of Sayacmarca (3,657 m /12,000 ft). At this location we will have the chance to see one of the most amazing sunsets of the Aobamba valley! From here it is 25 minutes to our campsite for the night at Chaquicocha (3,600 m/11,800 ft). We have chosen this camp for the night instead of the traditional night 2 campsites at Pacaymayu for reasons similar to why we choose Ayapata on night 1. It is less crowded and will allow us a more peaceful encounter with nature! After enjoying another delicious breakfast, we will begin our hike, trekking for two hours until we reach the stunning Phuyupatamarca (3,680 m/12,073 ft). From here, we will be treated to breathtaking views of Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Mountain, and Huayna Picchu. Additionally, we will take a guided tour of the Phuyupatamarca Inca site, immersing ourselves in its fascinating history. Next, we’ll transition into the lush rainforest as we embark on a downhill walk for about 2 ½ hours, making our way toward our next camp. Along this stretch, we will stop at Inti Pata, a spectacular spot known for offering some of the most stunning views and photo opportunities on the entire Inca Trail! After taking in the beauty, we’ll continue for another 30 minutes until we reach our campsite at Wiñay Wayna (2,680 m /8,792 ft). Upon arrival, we will enjoy a delicious lunch and have some time to rest. Later, we will visit the nearby archaeological site of the same name. Wiñay Wayna, meaning “forever young” in Quechua, is the largest and most impressive archaeological site along the Inca Trail, and we are one of the few companies to offer a guided tour of this incredible site. We will rise very early to complete the final stretch of the Inca Trail, which brings us to Inti Punku or the Sun Gate, the principal entrance of the crystal city of Machu Picchu. The trail here is fairly easy going and after about an hour we will arrive to Inti Punku (2,400 m/ 7,875 ft), an awesome location to observe the citadel of Machu Picchu and sunrise in the Andes. From Inti Punku it is a further 40 minute downhill hike to the citadel of Machu Picchu. We will go to the classic “photo” spot and take pictures once we arrive. Then there will be a short break prior to starting our tour of Machu Picchu. The tour will last two hours. If you have elected to climb Huayna Picchu Mountain (Not Included), you should select the 10 AM time spot. When you are finished exploring the extraordinary city of Machu Picchu you will travel to Aguas Calientes by bus. You will then take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo where our private van will be waiting to transport you back to your hotel in Cusco. Arrival time in Cusco depends on the time of your train ticket.
Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights is like any other high altitude trek, so it is essential to be well prepared. As it begins in the dead of night morning, consider to pack the following Items:
The Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights runs daily from March to January. It’s closed in February due to the rainy season and trail maintenance. **Important: Price includes up to 6 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!). Hotel Upgrades: Train Upgrades:
The Inca Trail is the name given to a walking route that partially follows the course of an old Inca roadway leading to the city of Machu Picchu. For most people, the trail begins at the point of “Km82” on the railway between Cusco and Machu Picchu and ends at Machu Picchu itself. The Inca Trail is not the name of a particular travel company’s itinerary, although many travel companies offer Inca Trail tours. Yes, it is mandatory to hire the services of a guide and an authorized travel agency for this Inca Trail trek. The Inca Trail is considered a moderate to difficult hike. Make sure you pack your comfortable hiking boots, because it is estimated you’ll be walking six to nine hours for each of the first three days and about two hours on the last day. To trek the Inca Trail with Cusco Journeys & Adventure, you must be over the age of 12, with a moderate level of fitness, and hold a passport that is valid for up to six months. The trek begins at 2,800m (9,186 ft). The highest point you’ll reach on the trek is approximately 4,215m (13,780ft). You’ll also sleep at 3,700m (11,811 ft) for at least one night. It’s impossible to predict who will be affected by altitude sickness, as adaptation capacity varies from person to person. Most of our travelers experience no problems at all, as long as they take the time to properly acclimatize to Cusco. Hiking the Inca Trail is popular all year round, however May to September is considered the high season. This means that permits can be sold out months in advance. However, if permits are not available, there are some options to Hike to machu Picchu. To reserve a spot on the Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights, we recommend you book your tour at least six months in advance during high season (May to October) and three months in advanced during low season (November to April). Yes. We require the following information for the purchase of an Inca Trail permit: Please note that any attempt to modify your personal information will result in the loss of your permission. No refunds will be issued, so be sure to verify your information. Yes, the Inca Trail is temporarily closed during the month of February for maintenance and cleaning. Of course, if you don’t mind taking the same train that departs from Aguas Calientes, according to your original itinerary. If you decide to spend an extra night in Aguas Calientes, be sure to inform the Cusco Journeys office at least a month in advance so your train ticket is purchased for the correct day. After you’ve taken in all the beauty of Machu Picchu, your group will travel by bus to Aguas Calientes and then catch a train back to Ollantaytambo, where you meet you’ll take a bus back to Cusco. Yes! Let us know that you don’t want to hike the Inca Trail when you book. We’ll arrange for you to spend two nights in Cusco and then take the train to the town of Aguas Calientes. You will rejoin your group at Machu Picchu. Yes! We’ll provide you with duffle bags with a capacity of 6 kg for your belongings so our expert porters can carry them throughout your Inca Trail trek. Sleeping bags are not provided, so we recommend bringing a compact three-season sleeping bag. You can also rent a sleeping bag in Cusco; just let us know when you book. We provide our travellers with foam mats. Our cooks prepare excellent high-quality meals that are perfect for a day of trekking. The menu usually includes: pasta, rice, chicken, fresh fruit and vegetables, oatmeal, and eggs. If you’re a vegetarian, no problem! We’re able to cater to your needs. If you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. We usually offer boiled water from the second day to Machu Picchu, but some tourists prefer to buy it from locals to help the local population. Yes, you just need to let us know, and we’ll make the purchase to climb this mountain. Remember that reservations must be made at least 4 to 3 months in advance; there’s an extra cost of $75 per person. Yes, as long as it’s not a metal-tipped walking stick, as it’s not permitted on the trail. These must have rubber tips. Tipping is at your discretion, but is always appreciated. If you enjoyed the service you enjoyed from your guides, cook and porters.
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Itinerary
Pre-trek briefing
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Cusco – Trailhead at Km 82 – Wayllabamba – Ayapata
Day 2: Ayapata – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayu – Chaquicocha
Day 3: Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna
Day 4: Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Cusco
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Prices
Private Service:
2 people: $1199 per person
3 people: $1079 per person
4 people: $1029 per person
5 people: $979 per person
6 people: $969 per person
7+ people: $949 per person
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Inca Trail Availability
Inca Trail FAQ's
Inca Trail FAQ’s
1.- What is the Inca Trail anyway?
2.- Do I need a guide or porters? Do I have to join an organized tour?
3.- Is the Inca Trail difficult?
4.- How many hours will I hike a day?
5.- What are the requirements to hike the Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights?
6.- How high is the Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights?
7.- Is altitude sickness common?
8.- When is the high season on the Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights?
9.- How far in advance should I book my tour?
10.- Do I need a permit to hike the Inca Trail?
11.- Is it true that the Trail is going to be closed?
12.- Can I spend an extra night in Aguas Calientes?
13.- How do we get back to Cuzco?
14.- Is it possible to skip the Inca Trail even if the tour includes it?
15.- Do porters carry our luggage on the Inca Trail?
16.- Will I be given a sleeping bag and mat?
17.- What type of food will be served on the Inca Trail?
18.- Is purified water available on the trail?
19.- Can I climb Huayna Picchu (optional)
20.- Can I bring my own walking stick?
21.- What is the suggested amount that I should tip the guides and porters?
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91 days or more before departure
we will retain 50% of your deposit.
90 – 30 days before departure
we will retain 75% of the total tour cost.
29 – 0 days before departure
we will retain 100% of the total tour cost.
You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the services of the guide or tour, please advise the guide in that moment, so that he can resolve any problems.
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