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.

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  • Honest accounts of challenges and triumphs
  • Cultural encounters with local communities
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    Onward and upward

    I decided to hike the Inca Trail with a friend. Another friend recommended Inca Trail Reservations because she and her husband had a great experience. Inca Trail Reservations staff was professional and friendly at every point. Mariella was extremely helpful with making reservations. The staff at the office in Cusco was friendly and helpful; and…

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    Inca Trail

    This trip with Inca Trail Reservations has been absolutely fantastic! We were informed about the trip incredibly well and had a guide emailing us regularly with any updates and just to check we were happy. Our guide Mani was fabulous. He was funny and full of useful facts and information and managed to keep us…

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    Adventure Machupichu style

    First day was awesome! I felt strong, I felt unstoppable! But Pachamama had something to say about that… the second day I was humbled by altitude sickness. At the top of the pass, the highest point of the trail, I began to feel nauseated and definitely no longer strong or unstoppable. Somehow, with the support…

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    Maravilla del mundo

    Lo mas maravilloso que he visto en mi vida. El Camino del Inca es una experiencia enriquecedora para cualquier persona experimentada o no. El reto es difícil se requiere resistencia física, pero mas que nada una actitud positiva y perseverancia. Como recompensa, la satisfacción de completar el Camino del Inca y disfrutar una de las…

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    Machu Picchu Peru 2014

    Inca Trail Reservations did a great job preparing us for this trip. Their packing list was very accurate considering the variable weather conditions and it would allow for light enough packing to trek with your own bag. However, as Inca Trail would recommend, it makes the trip way more enjoyable if you hire a porter…

  • Salkantay Trek

    Hello together, Our Salkantay trek was just amazing! We had a wonderful small group of only 6 people. On our way to Machu Picchu we saw lots of interesting things, other groups, beautiful landscape, animals and so on. On the top of the Salkantay pass the weather unfortunately was very foggy, but nevertheless it was…

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    In love with Peru

    The trek to Machu Picchu was incredible! I was completely mesmerized with Peru! It was my first time to the country. I fell in love with the Andes and the people in Peru. I loved the Salkantay trek, it was a wonderful way to get to Machu Picchu. From the beauty of the mountains, to…

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    Salkantay trek

    The Salkantay trek was the experience of a lifetime. The views were spectacular. Our party decided that around every corner was a new part of Peru to love. Our guide was also amazing. He led the tour with humor, knowledge and patience. We laughed throughout the kilometers, learned great Incan history and were able to…

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    Salkantay aie aie aie

    Waw waw waw! Une experience de dingue! je conseille ce trek a tous et si vous avez la chance d\’avoir Hipolito comme guide vous serez au top! Vous aurez le droit aux avocats, aux grenadillas, aux tomato de arbol cueillis directement dans l\’arbre … !C\’est bien d\’avoir une bonne condition physique et surtout d\’etre prepare…