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. Our amazing Inca Trail adventure 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 2023 or Pre-Reserve for 2024 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, licensed and certified guides."

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Inca Trail Tours to Machu Picchu

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.
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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. *
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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. *
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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. *
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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.*
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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.
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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. *
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* Inca Trail Permit Required

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.


Salkantay Trek Alternative

The Peruvian government organization known as the INC (National Institute of Culture Cusco) is the entity that regulates maintenance, prices and availability of Inca trail permits and in conjunction with INRENA (National Institute of Natural Resources), 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 2023: AUT00092.

+ Inca Trail Reviews

  • Best Trek with the Best Guides

    Peru travel June 29 2017

    Hardest hike I\’ve ever done in my life but by far the best experience I\’ve ever had. The views were stunning, the food was amazing, and the guides were nothing less then extraordinary. Raul and Jimmy made freezing weather warm … Continue reading

  • Sexay Llamas on tour

    Peru travel October 09 2016

    One of the best experiences . I\’ve ever had – unreal views, food, crew and company. Second day trek up to highest point was superb and brilliant to see snow in South America. Cesar was a great tour guide – … Continue reading

  • What the :)

    Machu Picchu travel January 14 2016

    It was the best experience ever In my peru trip \’Inca Trail Reservations\’ has a perfect team. Guides were sooooooooo nice and kind! I walk too slow but they never irritante to me :) Thanks Jimmy and Raoul . Also … Continue reading

  • Llama llama llama

    Peru vacation November 14 2016-1

    The inca trail has always been a trek I\’ve wanted to do and Inca Trail Reservations couldn\’t have done anything more to make it the best possible experience for me and everyone else within the group!. Victor,Marco and Sergio were … Continue reading

  • Chillin llama!

    Peru vacation April 07 2016-9

    Gostaria de agradecer a todos por me proporcionarem esta experiencia incrível. Foram quatro Dias de paisagens, desafios e atividades inesqueciveis. Jamais esquecerei cada momento que passei e cada conhecimento adquirido. Desde a chegada a ollataytambo, a apreensao e a curiosidade … Continue reading

  • Salkantay trek

    Peru travel May 31 2014-5

    The hike starts off with an amazing first day, camping between glaciers, and hiking to the highest glacier lake with the spectacular views couldn\’t be beat. The climb to the 4600m pass is breath taking, the crew guiding us are … Continue reading

  • Out of this world!!

    Peru travel December 16 2015-3

    From the first km to the last 42nd, you experience nothing you have ever seen and done before. From the breathtaking landscapes to the very friendly locals you will have a story to share for the rest of your life. … Continue reading

  • Sexy Pumas do Salkantay

    Peru travel July 18 2016

    I found the Salkantay trek with Henry and Jackson to be very professional and informative. The two were very accommodating to peoples\’ varying fitness and experience levels. Food and services provided by the crew were great. A great experience overall. … Continue reading