Classic Inca Trail & Cusco Highlights 8 Days
Intermediate
3000 m.as.l
Hike the legendary 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and discover Peru’s cultural treasures
This full trekking experience includes Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the complete Inca Trail route, arriving at Machu Picchu at sunrise through the Sun Gate—just like the Incas did.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Lima
Meet & greet at the airport. Overnight stay in a traditional district. Explore the coastal boardwalks.
Day 2: Arrival in Cusco + City Tour
Morning flight to Cusco. Visit the main Inca ruins and temples around the city.
Day 3: Sacred Valley Tour
Discover Pisac Market and the impressive Ollantaytambo fortress. Overnight in the Sacred Valley.
Day 4: Inca Trail (Day 1)
Start the 4-day trek at KM82. Hike to Wayllabamba or Ayapata campsite. First night in tents.
Day 5: Inca Trail (Day 2)
Conquer the highest pass: Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass). Camp in the cloud forest.
Day 6: Inca Trail (Day 3)
Pass Runkurakay and Sayacmarca. Visit Wiñay Wayna before your final night camping.
Day 7: Inca Trail (Day 4) + Machu Picchu
Reach the Sun Gate at sunrise. Explore Machu Picchu with a guide. Return to Cusco by train.
Day 8: Departure from Cusco
Transfer to the airport. End of adventure.
Included
- All airport and train station transfers
- Inca Trail permit & entrance to Machu Picchu
- Train tickets back to Cusco
- Bus to/from Machu Picchu
- 3 nights camping on the Inca Trail (equipment & porters)
- 4 nights in hotels (Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley)
- All meals during the trek
- Guided city tour of Cusco
- Sacred Valley tour with lunch
- Experienced trekking guides
Not Included
- Domestic/international flights
- Sleeping bag rental (available on request)
- Meals not mentioned
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu (optional)
Choose your perfect stay
Belmond Hotel
4.5 ★
$230.00 USD
Casa Andina Premium Puno
4.5 ★
$230.00 USD
Hotel Hacienda Puno Centro Histórico
3 ★
$230.00 USD
Hotel Novotel Cusco
4.5 ★
$550.00 USD
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