Inca Trail To Machu Picchu

Inca Trail To Machu Picchu 

Hiking inca trail to Machu Picchu

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous and awe-inspiring trekking routes in the world, leading travelers through stunning Andean landscapes to the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu. This trail not only offers a challenging physical experience but also provides a deep cultural and historical immersion. The Inca Trail is rich in history, with remnants of Incan architecture, ceremonial sites, and expansive natural beauty. Here’s a detailed overview of what to expect when embarking on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Historical Significance

The Inca Trail was constructed by the Incas in the 15th century as a path that connected their sacred city of Machu Picchu with the rest of the empire. This trail, which is about 43 kilometers (26 miles) long, leads through diverse ecosystems, including subtropical jungles, high-altitude plains, and lush forests, while showcasing impressive stone structures, ruins, and archaeological sites.

As you traverse the Inca Trail, you follow in the footsteps of ancient Incan pilgrims who walked this same path to worship and honor their gods. The landscape itself is filled with remnants of Inca civilization, such as well-preserved temples, terraces, and ceremonial platforms, all of which offer a glimpse into their sophisticated engineering and architectural prowess.

The most popular trek is the Inca Trail 4 days in group service or Private Inca trail 4 day. Following closely in popularity is the 2-Day Short Inca Trail Tour. For those seeking to avoid the crowd and explore the Inca Trail with more time, there are extended options, such as the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 5-Day Tour. Alternatively, enthusiasts can embark on a comprehensive adventure by combining the two most popular treks in Peru—the Salkantay & Inca Trail 7 day tour. Below you will all the Inca Trail options. Choose the best option for you!

FROM: $750

This 4 day trek is Peru’s number one hike and one of the most well-known and popular hikes in the world. Offering 4 days of hiking along original paved Inca pathways, a variety of fascinating Inca archeological sites, and the stunning scenery of the Machu Picchu national park the classic Inca Trail is one of those things that everybody should do once in their life.

FROM: $950

This 5 days trek takes the same route as it is in the 4-Day version. The great option for this trek is that if you are a bit doubtful of your physical capability and say: “I may not do this”. Precisely for that reason, this trek was made for, so you can do it at a much slower pace that allows you to walk calmly, relaxed, and more importantly, it allows you to acclimate better.

FROM: $475

Our 2 day hike is a wonderful option for those who don’t have time or desire to hike the full length of the classical 4 day. With beautiful landscape, a great variety of flora and fauna on display and a visit to the Inca Trails most beautiful archeological site Wiñay Wayna (For Ever Young), you enjoy all the best bits of the Inca Trail condensed into a one day walk. Covering a distance of just 10km / 6.3 miles. In addition, you will visit  Machu Picchu 2 times so you will have afternoon and morning pictures. 

FROM: $570

Our short 2 day hike with  camping includes six hours of hiking along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. We will start our first day with a 5 hours hike gradually uphill to  Winaywayna Inca ruins where you will enjoy your box lunch. From there we will hike one more hour to the Sun Gate(Intipunku) from where you will see Machu Picchu from a distance, then take the bus to our private campsite. And the next day very early morning, you will visit Machu Picchu and you will enjoy the sunrise over the ruins.

FROM: $570

This 3 Day hike is a wonderful option for those who desire to visit two important places and hike the length of the Inca Trail. With beautiful landscape, a great variety of flora and fauna on display, and visit this amazing sacred valley visiting Pisac, Ollantaytambo.

FROM: $1150

This 7 Days is good for those looking to combine the best of our two most popular treks in Cusco, Salkantay, and Inca Trail. You will enjoy the rain forest with its beautiful views of the Salcantay glacier (6200 m/20341 feet) You also have a chance to enjoy Inca ruins along the way.

FROM: $399

Our One Day is a wonderful option for those who don’t have time or desire to hike the full length of the classical 4 day. With beautiful landscape, a great variety of flora and fauna on display and a visit to the Inca Trail’s most beautiful archeological site Wiñay Wayna

FROM: $815

The best combination of Inca Trail and Rainbow Mountain is our most popular package that we offer you. You will reach the famous Machu Picchu on foot along the original Inca path adds a special perspective to this mystical experience and last day you will hike to the second most visited tourist attraction Called Rainbow Mountain.

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