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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    A life experience

    The Inca Trail is really a life experience . I am very happy to took part of it and lighly recommend to everyone ! . I personadlity decided to participate on this tour to friend out and gain better understanding about the Inca culture, I find the wide inca magystery extrenly fasinothing . Now os…

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    Incredible adventure

    I walked in to this tour not really knowing what to expect . My bag was heavy even though, I had a porter and i was worried about altitude sickness . Henry was very knowledgable and advised me towards the coca leaf and drinking a tor of water , It worked out great and i…

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    Survivor, but despacito

    A trilha de Salkantay me transformou. Os desafios foram imensos, mas as recompensas foram sempre revigorantes e gratificantes. Comecei a acreditar mais em mim mesma e tambem me sentir conectada com a natureza. AlÄ—m disso fiz amigos e me senti em uma famìlia, sempre cercada de boas energias e gratidão. Sobrevivi (mesmo com meu jeito…

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    Todo mundo precisa fazer essa trip

    Mesmo com todos os obstaculos que vieram pela frente, a trip a Salkantay foi a coisa mais incrível que eu já fiz na vida. Não só recomendo como acho que todo mundo deveria fazê-la . A Inka Trail e o guia Hilthon, assim como toda a sua equipe, são uma das garantias de uma grande…

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    Incaredible trek experience!

    I recently completed the 4 day inca trail trek with Inca Trail Reservations and the whole experience was phenomenal. We had a representative assigned to us upon signing up who helped us with planning on items that we would need for the trip and the elective options. We then received an in-person brief before we…

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    First ever trek :)

    I had never done any type of backpacking and when my brother suggested we do this trek I thought it would be a fun challenge, but really didn\’t have any idea what to expect. Its safe to say it far surpassed anything I could have imagined. The helpful staff at Inca Trail Reservations answered all…

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    Inca Trail 4 day trek

    Inca Trail Reservations were an absolute pleasure to book my trek through, they organised almost all my cusco stay including being picked up from the airport. they are very easy to deal with at very reasonable prices. as for the trek itself it could not have been any better, Evers, Sergio and Celco our tour…

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    Trek Of A Lifetime

    This was honestly the trip of a lifetime. Led by a great leader, Ceasar and William, with Their funny jokes and constant smile made the trip very enjoyable. The landscape was also so amazing. It was so rewarding to finally reach Machupicchu at the end. Also, it was great treking with a great bunch of…

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    An awesome adventure

    My experience with Inca Trail Reservations was fantastic. A well organised trip with an awesome group as well as two great locals as our guides – Cesar and William. The porters were incredible and did an amazing job carrying all our gear. We were treated by our chef Simon every day with very well-cooked meals…