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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    The best time you could have without showering for 4 days.

    My Inca Trail Trek was by far the best experience of my life. The experience would not have been the same without the amazing crew we had. Paul, Willie, Juan Carlo and the rest of the crew were incredible. Their fun and positive spirits kept me going even at the most difficult parts of the…

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    Great trek 10/10

    Great guides, Great food, and a Great trail filled With history and a challenging walk, but very worth it!.Paúl, Juan Carlo, and Willie did a fantastic job leading us on the trek to Machu Picchu. I would highly recommend this crew. They were full of information along the way from the local wildlife to the…

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    Words cannot describe – 5 stars

    Seeing Machu Picchu has always been a dream , and American Inca Trail made it come true. Talking the Trail to the see the sacred city in the clouds is the ONLY way to do it . The sense of appreciation, awareness and engagement with Incan history and Peru itself gained through trekking the trail…

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    Mon inca Trek

    Mon trek Inca a été merveilleux . J\’ai trouvé ça difficile , mais c\’était super !. Nous avons eu deux guide super aussi . Paul et Edson ont été très professionnels et ils ont étè à la hauteur de mes attentes . L\’équipe de porteur et de la cuisine ont fait un travail super. Je…

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    Awesome crew to do the 3,000 steps with

    The experience was one I will never forget I didn´t think at my age and level of fitness I would be able to achieve the 4 day trail but with the support of 2 amazing guides JC and Sergio I made it to Macchu Picchu. Thank you so much to the porters and the chef…

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    Camino

    My favorite experience was definitely Day 2. Although it was a difficult part of the hike, it was amazing to finally make it to the top. The weather was perfect and so was the scenery. I also enjoyed the variety of environments that we traversed over the course of the trek. In the time I…

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    Girlpower Inca Trail

    I had an amazing time with an amazing group!. Everything was well organized, and I as a Dutch girl liked that. Our guides Juan Carlos and Sergio were really clear about the day program and are good history teachers (and they are joking a lot). The meals during the day were delicious, and our group…

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    This was such a sexy llama Adventure

    I had the honour to be the only guy in the group, together With the Guides Juan Carlos and Sergio. It was really fun and everything was well prepared and well organized. Our Guide knew a lot about all spots and the nature and he was really funny as well. He made us a family,…

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    Matilda

    The first day was a soft start, a few hours of hiking before lunch, good mix of walking and stopping at historical places. Got to se some glaciers on the way. After lunch it wasn\’t that far to the camp. Second day was the hardest, not that many hours but up up up, and then…