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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Miracle weather in the rainy season
Amazing 4 day trip with amazing guides and an amazing group. We were so lucky with the weather even though it was during the rainy season. One quick thing though, prepare extra batteries because it is not given that you can recharge phones and cameras on the way… and get clothes that dry easily !…
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The lucky trip
We were very lucky to have awesome guides ! They made sure we were okay and high fives us when we needed the encouragement. Not only that, we were also beyond lucky to have the weather cooperate with us, a rarity in the rainy season. Our porters were awesome, they cooked gnarly meals and kept…
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Not for the faint of heart
I was pretty worried about doing the Inca Trail because I felt that I was pretty unfit but the guides and porters were great and definitely made the experience better than I had anticipated. It was challenging, but at the same time luxurious. The food was amazing. Each meal that was provided was so filling…
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Carlos’s crazy gang
From the word go, Carlos and the rest of the team at Inca Trail Reservations created a team atmosphere within the group. This helped us to initially bond and make new friends. These friendships also helped to joke and urge each other on in times where the walk was a bit taxing. The guys were…
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Conquering Machu Picchu with the king of the mountains
Our trek started with a very informative meeting with Carlos \’The King of the Mountains\’. We were given an informative talk detailing the plan for the 4 days ahead. We also had opportunity to ask as many awkward questions as possible for Carlos to either dodge or claim he didn\’t understand… In reality he answered…
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Unforgettable experience
The Inca Trail was a great experience. I highly recommend using a porter for day two though (unless you are Lebrun James). Our guide was really amazing, Raul was really knowledgeable about both the flora and the fauna and the history of the Inca empire. We saw a lot of ruins, but the best was…
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Oh my Christmas
What a great hike ! Over four days, we trekked through beautiful mountain scenery, ancient ruins, and temperate jungle of the Inca Trail . Raul, our guide, was phenomenal. He provided us with great insight along the trail and was very knowledgeable about Incan history and culture. Our cook, Ivan, was also great. He cooked…
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Thank God for porters
Hiking Machu Picchu has always been a dream for me and my friends. Not only because it\’s a wonder of the world, but because we weren\’t sure if we were going to be able to survive. With Inca Trail Reservations , we had the experience of our young lives. Raul was a patient and knowledgeable…
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Aztecs & Mayans
The Machu Picchu trip was fantastic ! A physical challenge, great views, and very educational. Our guide Raul was a lot of fun and provided stops at a good pace. He gave us good insights on Incan culture that went beyond what is typically learned. The food was given at a good pace and exceeded…
