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World famous Inca trail to Machu Picchu, South America's best hiking experience

Machu Picchu was connected with the Inca city of Cusco and the rest of the Inca Empire by trails of excellent design in strict and perfect harmony with the natural Andean environment.

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, crossing the Andes mountain range and sections of the Peruvian jungle and rainforest.

Inca Trail Reservations operates the amazing Inca Trail adventure, it passes several well-preserved Inca ruins and settlements before ending at the "Gate of the Sun" on Machu Picchu Mountain.

Book your Machu Picchu hike and Inca Trail Permit 2025 in advance to avoid disappointment

If you have decided to hike the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, please keep in mind that the daily number of people accessing the trail is restricted and a government-issued inca trail trekking permit is required. Please check availability of inca trail permits before booking any hiking tour that requires it.

If thinking about a Machu Picchu tour, it is very important to book as early as possible. By doing so, be confident you will be the first in line and most likely get the Machu Picchu hiking permit needed for your awesome Peru adventure.

  • 4 Days Inca Trail

    Our Top Seller Machu Picchu hike will take you to the Inca's empire capital along one of the most beautiful paths on the planet. Our expert guides and support stuff will make sure you enjoy your trip to the fullest. Book the Best Inca Trail today!

In order to control access to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Area, inca trail regulations need to be followed by all people hiking to the location; all permits are non-transferable and change of dates are not accepted by the government office in charge. The inka trail is closed throughout February for conservation projects.

Peru is a country of friendly people, beautiful scenery, and a great variety of cultural traditions. Hiking the Inca Trail creates lasting memories and instills a great sense of accomplishment once it is completed. This blend of outdoor adventure and historical exploration is a great way to experience Machu Picchu!

The Inca Trail is the best-known and most popular hike on the South American continent, complemented only by the iconic Inca site of Machu Picchu. Together they have become one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Our fully supported 4-day tour along the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu is the best alternative for a small group adventure where you will be sharing your experiences with a variety of like-minded travelers from all over the world. This is perfect for individuals, couples or small groups of friends. We invite you to come and enjoy this truly unique and memorable experience. Spaces are limited each day, please review Inca Trail booking information before making the reservation.

" In 1983, UNESCO named Machu Picchu, Peru´s World Heritage Site. UNESCO cited the city´s magnificent site, its architecture and its significance as an almost perfectly preserved example of Incan technology and social organization.

While trekking the Inca Trail, you will enjoy first-class personal service from our professional, bilingual and licensed expert guides."

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Inca Trail Tours to Machu Picchu

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Machu Picchu Full Day

The enigmatic Inca city of Machu Picchu can be visited in one day from Cusco via train. This option is perfect for travelers with very limited time who want to explore the best tourist destination in Peru. Continue reading

$385

Inca Trail 4 days Trek

The stunning combination of Inca ruins, magnificent mountains, exotic vegetation and extraordinary ecological variety makes the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu the most immpressive trekking route in the world. * Continue reading

$695

Inca Trail Andean Adventure

This 15 Days Adventure takes you to remote places of interest in Peru, such us the amazing Colca Canyon and the enigmatic Nazca Lines. Finish your adventure on top of Machu Picchu after following the Inca Trail. * Continue reading

$2399

Machu Picchu Travel

10 Days - A special package including assistance at your arrival in Lima, all accommodation and transportation required...and of course our world famous Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. * Continue reading

$1375

Inca Trail Express Tour

5 Days - Unforgetable journey to the lost city of the Incas; you will be hiking the Inca Trail towards the ruins of Wiñay Wayna and exploring one of the seven wonders of the world, Machu Picchu.* Continue reading

$845

Salkantay Trek

The scenery changes daily during the Salkantay Trek. Hike through cloud forests, small villages and grasslands, from a flattish valley floor to almost bare mountain peaks to your last destination, Machu Picchu. Continue reading

$639

Inca Trail 2 Days

The Inca city of Machu Picchu, spectacularly poised on a rock among vertiginous green peaks, was not rediscovered until 1911 by American historian and explorer Hiram Bingham. * Continue reading

$575

Booking a Machu Picchu tour? Need assistance?

Please contact us and one of our expert advisors will get in touch as soon as possible. You can always secure a trekking permit in advance for the 4 days trek here.

The Peruvian government regulates maintenance, prices and availability of Inca trail permits and in conjunction with the Ministry of Culture, authorizes companies to operate along the Inca roads to Machu Picchu.

Inca Trail Reservations is authorized to operate along the Incan Roads, authorization code for 2024: AUT00092.

+ Inca Trail Reviews

  • Tour guide of the century

    Peru vacation June 21 2015

    You learn very quick whether or not the altitude is going to affect you. Unfortunately, i did not have the chance to stay a few days in cusco before hand. That probably would have helped tremendously. Within minutes of starting … Continue reading

  • I loved this trip

    Machu Picchu travel September 27 2016-1

    Both of the guides where awesome so nice funny and caring !! . Very helpful with everything !!!. The guides henry and jackson were great . Both of them helped me to carrying my daypack while hiking at point . … Continue reading

  • Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu April 14, 2012

    Machu Picchu travel Apr 14 2012

    I had no idea what to expect going into this trip. I was amazed by the detail and thoroughness of the experience, which was prepared by Inca Trail Reservations . Everything from the guides, to the porters, to the food … Continue reading

  • Warming up for Machu Picchu

    Machu Picchu trip June 15 2015-10

    So far, with Machu Picchu still to come, it feels really like warming up to Machu Picchu. After a refreshing first day, a challenging second, relaxing third and an amazing fourth day, I\’m really looking forward to the last day, … Continue reading

  • Incredible from start to finish

    Peru travel November 27 2014-3

    5 am wake up calls (?!). Dirt under your nails for days. Hours of hiking on sore ankles (cankles?). Wouldn\’t change a single thing – the entire experience from start to finish was incredible, and the company did an amazing … Continue reading

  • Salkantay trekking

    Machu Picchu trip July 06 2014-1

    Since I was I small child I wanted to visit Machu Picchu and this summer I finally fulfill my dream. Doing the Salkantay trek was a really great experience. The program was very good and the organization of the trip … Continue reading

  • Toujours debout !

    Peru vacation August 06 2016-2

    This trip was amazing!. We trekked through the mountains and through many different climates with many beautiful sites. It was nice not having to set up camp or cook after an exhausting day of trekking. I was impressed by how … Continue reading

  • Still can’t breathe

    Peru travel June 19 2016-6

    For really not knowing what was ahead of me, I was accommodated well and did not dread each new day. My sister and I got along with the other hikers and our guides are the only reason we made it … Continue reading