Experience the Magic Through Traveler Stories

Every journey to Machu Picchu creates unforgettable memories and transformative experiences. Browse authentic stories and testimonials from travelers who have walked the ancient Inca paths with our certified guides. From breathtaking sunrise views over the Andes to meaningful cultural exchanges with Quechua communities, these firsthand accounts capture the magic, challenges, and profound moments that define an Inca Trail adventure. Each story is accompanied by real photos from the trail, showcasing the stunning landscapes, archaeological wonders, and personal triumphs our guests experience.

  • Authentic testimonials from recent trekkers
  • Real photo galleries documenting journeys
  • Diverse experiences across all trail options
  • Honest accounts of challenges and triumphs
  • Cultural encounters with local communities
  • Expert guide insights and memorable moments
  • Difficult but worth it

    The weather did not hold up every day, but on the final day when we reached Machu Picchu it was perfect. Well worth the trip and money. The hike is very difficult (especially the second day) but we felt super accomplished after summiting a nearly 15,000 ft mountain. Great hike. The worst part was the…

  • Get fat hiking :)

    First off, the food was incredible ! We were overwhelmed by the service and generosity of the porters and staff. We ate authentic Peruvian cuisine and enjoyed it all. Waking up to a hot cup of tea every morning in our tent was fantastic. The trek itself was tougher than I expected, but I had…

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    The trek or old people

    My whole experience with the Inca Trail Reservations was superior. I was amazed first of all with the administrative capability of Fanny my representative. Really a professional ! Johnathan our tour guide was exceptional! He really encouraged me when I didn\’t think I would make it through the second day. The food was so elaborate…

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    Inca Trail trek

    My Inca Trail was a once in a lifetime experience, very hard work but worth it in the end. What a truly magical place Machu Pichu is. I met great people and heard lots of stories. We climbed and climbed thousands of steps, up and down. Saw Inca dwellings, and towns. Heard so much about…

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    Best experience ever !

    Hiking to Machu Picchu was definitely the highlight of our 6 month backpacking trip. It was definitely a challenge, especially the second day of hiking, but the challenge is what made the hike even better. Our guide and all the porters were amazing, it would not have been the same without them with us. The…

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    I accomplished the goal

    A great adventure and a thoroughly memorable experience. Great tour guide and surprisingly good food throughout. The trek itself was harder than expected, leave a couple days to acclimatize in Cusco. In wet season hiking boots preferable to trainers, bring a head torch as it will likely be dark at some points while walking. Make…

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    Hiking fun

    The Inca Trail Reservations tour was awesome… it was very informative and Jonathan, our guide kept us entertained, he was also very knowledgeable about the history of the Incas and always had words of encouragement to keep our spirits high when we faced the tough areas of the trail. Fabian was the chef and the…

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    Worth every second

    Amazing tour. The Inca Trail Reservations team was great, our guide Jonathan was very attentive to the whole group\’s needs all throughout the tour. Fabian our cook was amazing with the variety of food that was provided, even baking a cake for us on our last meal. The porters looked after us while at our…

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    Team Puma

    The 4 day trek was very exhilarating ! Tons of gorgeous terrain leading up to Machu Picchu especially the third day, had a great trekking team ranging from 23 years old to 72 ! 2nd day was hard but worth it in the end. Future hikers my advice: No need for an extra pair of…