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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    Best trip

    I had a great time walking the Salkantay trek. Loved all days. Food was wonderful, always enough. We were very lucky with the weather. First day it was hot and the mosquitoes already attacked. Make sure to pack enough sunblock and insect repellent. Second day was though, had a lot of problems with the altitude…

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    Everyone say, “sexy lama !”

    Glamping at its finest ! Buckets of water to wash your hands before every meal; amazing three-course meals for lunch and breakfast; \”tea-service\” delivered to your tent every morning; meals under the protection of a tent (especially nice when raining); friendly porters to carry tents and food and set up and tear down camp every…

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    Oh la la

    My trek of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu was memorable to say the least. Our group had a fantastic guide, Carlos, who was there to help us through all of the ups and the downs (literally and figuratively). He was extremely knowledgeable and helped the group learn all about the significance of the places…

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    The Inca experience

    The Inca Trail was an amazing experience. The trip was very well organized. We received all the information that we needed prior to arriving in Cusco. Before leaving on the trip we attended an in-person orientation where we were able to ask questions about our trip. Once we were on the trail, Carlos, our tour…

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    Once in a lifetime Inca trek to Machu Picchu

    Inca Trail Reservations is a fabulous company to guide you on the 4d/3n Inca Trail trek. The company was good at communicating beforehand (also, it has thorough info on their website), when we needed to add a sleeping bag and when one of our group could no longer go, they were easy and accommodating. Our…

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    Great hike

    Our hike with Inca Trail Reservations lasted 4 days and delivered everything it promised and more. Our guide \”Carlos\” was kind, patient and encouraging in the hard parts. The porters are amazing athletes who zip your belongings up and down the mountain with amazing ease. They are humble shy amazing people. Treat them well if…

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    Amazing hike

    It was a great trip but I am great that I didn\’t know the height of the mountains before… But with a lot of water and a good team spirit we made it all. Carlos was a super guide and motivated me all the time. The feeling of the nature was amazing ! And the…

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    Glamping in the jungle

    I don\’t know where to start… Here we are, at our last lunch together as a family, after four amazing days on the Inca Trail ! An amazing experience with lots of hiking, altitudes, lots of coca tea, porters (unbelievable what they carry) twisted ankles, views you cannot describe but also tracks where you should…

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    What a magic tour !

    The trail was just great, exhausting, but many amazing moments. People were very nice, as well as our guide Carlos who built up the right team spirit and was always able to motivate us, even if it was raining. The porters did an unbelievable job carrying all the equipment up to 4200m and down again.…