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
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    Great experience

    The trek was a great experience. It was sometimes a bit hard but worth it. My favorite thing was the food – thumbs up for the chef. Breakfast, lunch, dinner everything was so good ! It was the best food I\’ve tasted on my trip through South-America. I would do it again just for the…

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    A lot of fun

    The Inca Trail was a great experience. It was very challenging at times (most of the time) but very rewarding. We were very lucky with the group, everyone was friendly and supportive and we had a lot of fun together. Carlos was a great guide, he was informative and it clearly enjoyed telling everyone about…

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    Quad burn

    The Inca Trail was a great experience. Day 3 was the highlight with fantastic views. All the stairs made for a good quad workout ! Food was great, good variety and plenty of it. Guide Carlos very knowledgeable and friendly. Tents – are a little short – anyone 6 foot and over cannot lay straight…

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    Gorditos adventure

    The Inca Trail was a great challenge with fantastic rewarded. The Inca Trail Reservations crew was a solid support team. Our guide, Carlos, was very kind and helpful. He was full of great information and really brought the group together like a family. The porters were insanely strong and friendly. Every day we would wake…

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    Machu fun

    What an excellent adventure ! Such a privilege to pound the ground the Inca\’s did, and see the amazing sights – from ruins to hummingbirds. King Carlos was a fabulous guide and the porters and chef – incredible :) This was one of my favorite experiences on my South American holiday. Learning about the history…

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    Inca trek adventure

    The Inca Trail was one of the most challenging and beautiful treks I\’ve ever experienced. Day three of the four day trek was gorgeous ! The farming terraces were breathtaking and so inspirational. Heading into the jungle from the top of the mountains was magical. Our guide, Carlos, shared a wealth of knowledge about Inca…

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    Natural beauty

    4 days of sweating, hurting and suffering. I can say that it\’s all worth it. Seeing things of natural beauty. This is an experience I will never forget. Sleeping in tents, walking through the rain, getting extremely cold and extremely hot. What a amazing trip with such a nice group and guide. And then the…

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    A nice stroll in the hills

    A really enjoyable trek with great porters, an excellent cook and our friendly and knowledgeable guide, Ronnie. Woken up with coca tea each morning by the friendly porters, we set out on the Trail with a good breakfast inside. We could go as fast or slow as we pleased (within reason). Everyone made it back…

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    Humming birds fly to quickly !

    January turned out to be a nice month for doing the Inca Trail, no nasty bites, sunshine through the day but rain at night which was fine as your tucked up in your tent before 9 pm after the early start on the trek. The scenery was fantastic all around you, the flora was amazing,…