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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    Machu Picchu trek

    To begin, the porters, guides and hikers were all amazing. A big thank you to each and every one of them. Day one of the trek was reasonably simple, however day two was a killer. Seeing the porters fly past you and having the guides there to cheer and lead you on was absolutely amazing.…

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    Inca Trail 4d / 3n

    I had a fantastic 4 days! The guides were informative and always encouraging. I was told before the trip that the porters would be our heroes and they couldn\’t have been more right. It was inspiring to see them running past us down the mountain. We had such a great group, we bonded instantly and…

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    An epic MP trek

    Trekking to MP (Machu Picchu) along the Inca Trail was a tough journey which presented many challenges: sleep, physical, emotional & a need to examine ones sense of self. My guide was a chico more than a guide – well versed, patient & warm at the same time very professional & astute with his trekkers.…

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    Epic

    It started off with a pre dawn pick up in Cusco. As my brother and I waited in our recently purchased Peruvian attire we were herded into a local\’s taxi, at which point we were welcomed with a lovely smile from a local man and as we began to roll down the cobbled road he…

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    Salkantay trek

    This was the most spectacular adventure of my life. From the moment we left Cusco I knew I was in for quite a ride. With the help of my fantastic friend Americo, who also happened to be my guide, I was brought to the most beautiful parts of the world. The trip to Soraypampa was…

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    Auf den Spuren der Inkas

    Der Gedanke einmal den Machu Picchu zu sehen, hat mich schon lange verfolgt. Als die Idee reifte den Inka Trail zu laufen, haben mich alle fuer verrueckt erklaert. Ich selbst war mir nicht ganz sicher ob ich das schaffe. Jetzt bin ich zurueck und bin maechtig Stolz auf mich! Der erste Tag war perfekt um…

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    Inka Trail

    The Inka Trail trek was one of my Peru highlights! The first day was kind of training day, very calm and not hard, the family got to know each other, it was a good team. The guides were very friendly and had eyes and ears for all our questions. The first camp was nice, too!…

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    Inka Trail 4 day / 3 night

    Overall, this was a fantastic experience!! While there were definite challenges, especially at Dead Woman\’s Pass, this excursion was extremely rewarding! Juan Carlos and Cesar were amazing guides who were very helpful and informative about the historical sites we visited along the trail. The porters are also worth mentioning, specifically since they inspired a family-vibe…

  • Walking a sacred path

    Our Salkantay trek with Salkantay.org / Inca Trail Reservations was a truly incredible experience. This trek was a great way to see the many beautiful scenarios of Peru. Our guide Marcos was an excellent guide and personalized our trek to our requests. He took time to explain interesting facts about Peru, Inca history, and pointed…