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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    knowledgeable staff

    The briefing was very knowledgable staff. My experience on the Inca Trail with Juan carlos and Edson was very great . They were thoughtful of our hiking experiences and was patient encouranging . They were knowledgable , tought me a lot us of the trail about the inka history and culture . The equipment was…

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    kaede Sakata

    It was brief and helpful to plan whole trip . The guide was energegic , caring and funny , We love them . Thanks a lot for wonderful arrangement and management for the entire tour !!! . I didn\’t expect , I could eat such nice peruvian foods during the trail ! . I really…

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    Amazing

    The guide Juan carlos explains very thing funny and good english connect\’s people with each other . Overall personal experience . Amazing !! . Juan Carlos and Edson as from undividuals who are travelling one big family . No judgements and helping eachather . It\’s agilt if you can connect people like they do !!!…

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    Broken down and put back together a better man

    Inca Trail Reservations couldn\’t have organized this trip any better. From the start we hit all the main attractions and got valuable history lessons along the way. A very unique perspective is given by Paul because he teaches you what academia teaches in school and he also shares the accounts from local cultures. The trail…

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    Stony walk

    It was pleasure being part of the group and this adventure. It was well organized and I sit here after 4 days of hiking with absolutely no regrets. Memories will last lifetime and I can\’t thank inka trail reservations for being part of it. The hike including the history lessons along the way helped us…

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    Sporty.spice

    If I could I would give this company 6 stars out of 5! . A brilliant company and the operator (Paul) had everything perfectly timed. We made it to the camp sites, ruins along the places and final Machu Picchu stop at the best time possible. They took care of us like a family and…

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    Angie

    Absolutely amazing trip with these guys. Everything you\’d want from an Inca Trail trek. Tough but definitely worth it. Great food provided. The tour guides are awesome, great banter during the whole trip. The tour guides also provided a great perspective on the history side of the whole trek/inca civilization, which was great. The views…

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    11/10

    Had an amazing time with Inca Trail Reservations . Tour guide was very helpful and friendly and made sure he explained the historical sites properly. They had detailed knowledge of the trail and Machu Pichu. Also ensured everyone stayed together at all times and made sure everyone was safe. Food was good for the hike,…

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    The No Shower Power

    The Inca Trail has so far been my favorite experience of Peru. I have done some hikes before and have always been fond of nature walking and the like, but never on this scale. This hike is massive! However, the 4 days of trekking the 26 miles (or so) with all the varying degrees of…