This unforgettable Inka road experience begins with a pickup from your respective hostels at 5:00a.m. From there, we will embark on a 1 hour 45-minute drive to the town of Ollantaytambo, where we’ll take a short break.

You also have the option to enjoy breakfast (not included) before continuing our journey for an additional 50 minutes to Km 82, the starting point of the trek.

At Km 82, we will meet our porters, who will carry our equipment, such as tents and food for the trek.

The guide will introduce the porters and cooks, who will accompany us along the way.

Afterward, we’ll go through an official government control, where we’ll present our passports and official permits to proceed.

Once everything is in order, we’ll begin our trek by following the Urubamba River (also known as the Vilcanota River) for about 1 hour until our first break at the Miscay community.

Following our break, we will embark on a 30-minute ascent to reach the Llactapata archaeological site inka, a stunning Inka site featuring terraces, ceremonial areas inkas, and housing sectors.

After a brief explanation from our guide, we’ll continue for another 50 minutes to our next stop.

After lunch, we’ll trek for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to our campsite in the Huayllabamba community, located at 3,000 meters above sea level.

Here, we’ll settle into our tents and enjoy a delicious dinner before resting for the night.

This original inka trail exciting day begins bright and early at 4:30AM, with a warm cup of tea or coca tea in your tent to help you wake up and prepare for the day ahead.

Afterward, take some time to organize your backpack and enjoy a nutritious breakfast, as today will be a challenging but rewarding experience.

We’ll be ascending to the highest pass of the trek inka trail, known in Quechua as Wuarmi Huañusca, or “Dead Woman’s Pass,” which stands at an impressive 4,200meters.

The climb will take approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on your physical condition, but the sense of achievement upon reaching the summit will make it all worthwhile.

After taking in the spectacular views, we’ll begin the descent, which will last around 2 to 3 hours, bringing us to our next stop, Pacaymayu camp at 3,600meters.

Here, you will be able to relax and enjoy a well-deserved lunch and dinner, all while surrounded by stunning mountain vistas.

This is the perfect place to rest in your tent and prepare for the next day’s adventure.

The day begins early, with a wake-up call at 5:00AM, followed by a hearty breakfast at 5:30AM.

We will then start our original Inka trail treks at 6:00AM, and today promises to be one of the most beautiful and enriching days of the journey.

Along the way, we will visit several remarkable Inka archaeological sites.

Our first stop is an ascent of approximately 50 minutes to reach Runkuracay (altitude 3,800 meters), a small yet stunning site known for its circular construction.

After a guided tour, we will continue with a 1-hour ascent to the second pass, Runkuracay Pass (altitude 4,100 meters), where we’ll be treated to an impressive view of the surrounding valley and mountains, including the Pumasillo Snowcap in the Vilcabamba Valley.

After taking photos and a short rest, we will descend for about 1.5 hours to Sayacmarca (altitude 3,600 meters), a beautiful site with an incredible strategic location.

Following the tour at Sayacmarca, we will walk for about 40 minutes to our lunch stop at Chaquicocha.

After lunch, we will continue along the Inka trail original, surrounded by lush vegetation, until we reach our third pass, Puyupatamarca (altitude 3,580 meters).

This pass, which means “Place in the Clouds,” offers breathtaking views of the surrounding magical mountains.

From here, we will descend for 20 minutes to the archaeological site inka of Puyupatamarca, known for its ceremonial fountains, terraces, and Inka constructions.

It is also one of the few places where we can see the mountain of Machu Picchu, though not the citadel itself.

After taking in the views, we will begin a long descent (around 3 to 4 hours) down original Inka stairs, offering spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley, until we reach our final campsite.

For many, the best campsite on the entire trail is Wiñayhuayna (altitude 2,700 meters), a stunning site that promises the most beautiful scenery along the Inka road.

After setting up camp, we will enjoy a guided tour of the Wiñayhuayna archaeological site inka, which, in Quechua, means “Forever Young.”

It’s a truly magical place to end the day.

We will then have dinner and rest, ready to continue the adventure the next day.

The final day of the walk We start very early at 4:00a.m., breakfast at 4:30a.m. and we begin the walk at 5:00a.m.

along a very beautiful original Inka road with an impressive forest duration approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes until we reach the Inti punku or Puerta del Sol inca in Spanish

where we can appreciate Machupicchu and from that place we can see the sunrise and then continue to the control of Mahupicchu to do our check-up and start with our guided visit to the citadel inka of Machu picchu.

For a period of approximately 2 hours, it is the new government regulation due to the pandemic that occurred, but you will have a guide for 4 days who will be informing you and giving you good options for your visit to Machu Picchu and after your visit to Machu Piccho,

you have to go down for the town of Aguas Calientes and to go down you have 2 options depending on your physical condition after the trek…..

First option… A walk of 1 hour and 30 minutes to the town of Aguas Calientes (pueblo Machupicchu) …….

Second option… Bus x 30 minutes to the town of Aguas Calientes price 12 dollars per person not included,

then you have time to have a lunch not included with some free time then you will take the train to Ollantaytambo for a time of 1 hour and Approximately 40 minutes and then a bus to Cusco for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the center of Cusco

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Essential Travel Guide: Original Inka Trail to Machu Picchu (4 Days)

Let’s be completely straight with each other. Mountain climbing experience is not required to conquer the Original Inka Trail. Frankly, anyone with a passion for walking outdoors and discovering history thrives on this route.

Olympic stamina matters far less than letting your body get used to the altitude. Arriving in Cusco two or three days before stepping onto the trail remains totally non-negotiable for success.

Sitting idly in a hotel room waiting out the hours wastes precious time. Keeping your body moving at a very relaxed pace during those opening days works wonders:

• Day 1: Stroll easily around the historic center on a casual half-day city tour.

• Day 2: Head out toward the Sacred Valley for fresh Andean air on a full-day excursion.

• Day 3: Rest completely. Pack gear, test boots, and drop by our Oki Doki office right near the main square for a final chat with your guide.

Sleeping under starry night skies should feel restorative rather than miserable. For this reason, all heavy camp gear comes fully included in our service. Thick inflatable mattresses, warm sleeping bags, and sturdy tents are provided by us so comfort is guaranteed.

Our amazing local crew takes care of the heavy lifting entirely. Carrying tents, cooking gear, dining tables, and food supplies is their domain.

Your personal load stays much lighter. Packing just a sleeping bag and a daypack with daily clothing layers is all that’s required. Extra luggage stays safely locked in Cusco.

Day 2 delivers the ultimate test of endurance. Specifically, climbing up to 4,200 meters at Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusqa) pushes physical limits. Skipping rest days in Cusco invites severe altitude sickness, making prior preparation vital.

Children from 6 years old upwards join this adventure successfully. Naturally, a genuine love for walking outdoors is essential for them. Countless families have completed the trek with us by simply respecting those initial 4 days of calm pacing in Cusco.

Park authorities enforce one strict logistical rule every year. February marks the exclusive period when the original Inka Trail shuts down entirely for heavy rains, cleaning, and conservation work.

Important Travel Note for Your Visit to Machu Picchu

Let’s talk frankly traveler-to-traveler. Extra mountain climbs offer alternative vantage points, but purchasing them is hardly mandatory.

Walking through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) on the morning of Day 4 delivers that classic postcard panorama instantly. Furthermore, after four grueling days of hiking, tired legs usually crave rest rather than another steep climb.

Deciding to take on the extra challenge means keeping specific details in mind:

• HuaynaPicchu Mountain: This iconic steep peak sits right behind the ruins, demanding about 1 hour and 20 minutes of intense, vertical stair-climbing.

• Machu Picchu Mountain: This higher summit offers wide panoramas over the whole sanctuary, requiring roughly 2 hours of steady uphill hiking.

• Price: Each extra mountain ticket costs 60 US dollars per person.

• Booking rule: Securing these tickets well in advance alongside the main Inka Trail permit is mandatory because daily slots sell out instantly.