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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Wow! The best adventure ever!
we start the adventure me, my sister Chantal and my son Felix-Antoine. We did not know what to expect. Wow! Felix was is element, always the firt making challenge with our guide PAUL the best of the best! And chantal as usuel was always taking care of everyone as Sanji!. All of the group was…
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The ride of my life
We arrived with my sister, my nephew and I the day after we landed.we had 3 flights in our bodies we were tired but we said its just a Little walk big deal usually with my big pride. I can do anything but when I met gravity ohh !! watch out this wasn the quality…
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The great adventure
At first, I just want to say that this experience was one of my favorite ever !!! I\’ll never forget all the work and effort that I put in this trek. I met many good people. We laugh a lot during the climb and our guide was the best I\’ve ever had. We felt in…
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Altitude ain’t no joke
This was my first intense hike. I struggled (mostly because the altitude makes it difficult to function) but I was able to pull through it. The trail is not easy and is highly physically challenging. Fortunately, my tour guide was really knowledgeable and was able to make appropriate recommendations in order to help me stay…
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Nearly Died
Coming into the trail I underestimated Salkantay and overestimated my abilities. I came here looking for a challenge and an unforgettable experience. Salkantay delivered both of these. Although the first day I felt like I was nearly dying, the group and especially the tour guide never gave up on me. The Salkantay was definitely challenging…
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Aussie adventure
I was part of an aussie team to complete the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.The hike was awesome, our guide Lisandro spoke very good english and catered to everything the party needed. He provided us with local knowledge of stories and customs. He was always willing to help and always put us first. The cooking…
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Aussies hit the hills
This adventure started with our tour guide Lizandro meeting us at our hotel and take us to our bus. He was cracking some funnys straight away so we knew is was going to be a nice laid back 5 day trek. There was only 5 people in our group so it was a small group…
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Incas have a Different Standard of Time and Altitude
This amazing trip has taught me a number of things. Firstly, Incans have a different standard of time and altitude. Or at least according to Carlos, our guide. I\’ve learned that 5 minutes in Inca Time is actually more like 15-20 minutes. So when Carlos says \”uphill for 5 minutes Inca time\” expect a bit…
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amazing tour!
We booked a private tour to Machu Picchu on the Salkantay track and had an amazing time. Felt like VIP\’s the whole time.\’Chefy\’ our chef cooked great food, even managing to cook one of our group a birthday cake along the way. Lizandro was fantastic and always accommodating, very patient and helpful crossing the Salkantay…
