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 Walk of determination
My wife and I have had a fantastic four day experience walking the Inca Trail. We met up with our son David who had done it about six weeks previously and raved about it and was so keen he was doing it again with us. The weather started off fine although not hot and sunny…
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Inca Trail with Poncho
I have just returned from an amazing four day experience walking the Inca Trail . I was excited to be doing it as it has been a dream of mine for years, the people we were with were great and the two guides were really helpful and supportive especially to me because I struggled most…
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the Salkantay Trek
I will recommend the Salkantay Trek to anyone interested in traveling to Peru and Machu Picchu. The service was great and everyone in our group had a blast. I was able to rent a warm sleeping bag and the company provided us with comfortable mats and dry, warm tents. They were quick to help arrange…
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Salkantay trek – Neil & Robyn Page
The trip was great, the walking hard on the 2nd and 4th days but worth every bit of sweat and hard breathing. The climb to Salkantay was difficult but worth it in the end, great scenery of the snow capped mountain and surrounds. On the 3rd day we followed one of the many mountain rivers…
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Salkantay Trek – Lachlan Page
This trip gives you the opportunity to experience trekking through farmland, alpine scenery, snowy mountains through the Salkantay Pass, tundra, cloud forest and finally through humid jungle and finishing with a nice walk along the river and train line to Aguas Calientes. The different landscapes and scenery along with the the differences in altitudes and…
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The Inca Trail experience
This will attempt to decribe what is indescribable. The Inca Trail experience through Inca Trail Reservations and Castle Travel. You can read all the books and watch video but without the benefit of the experienced and professional guides like ours – Victor Garcia and the amazingly dilligent, cheerful spirited, meticulous preparation throughout, and amazing meals…
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Machu Picchu hiking experience
My father and I very much enjoyed our Machu Picchu hiking experience. Our guide Victor was extremely professional, funny, personable and capable. With only four hikers, our group was very small, which both has it’s positives and negatives. On the positive it allowed us to quickly pack in and pack out as time is extremely…
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Incredible journey!
I arrived back in Cusco a few days ago after hiking the Salkantay and can´t stop thinking about it and wish it wasn´t over. What a magical experience! I hiked with my brother and we were fortunate enough to get placed in a group with 4 other young adventurous folks who were fun, hilarious and…
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Inca Trail with an Ideal Guide
This journey was brutal but absolutely worthwhile. Our guide, Ramiro, was very knowledgeable about Incan history, having studied anthropology at University. Very down to earth, poised, and well-respected by all staff and other tour group guides (nicknamed ¨Professor¨) Aside from any rote spiel, he gave us great perspective about the Inca Trail , life in…
