Difficult but worth it

I'm not in the best of shape so I struggled with the steep ups and downs. Make sure you're prepared mentally and physically for the challenge.

However, once you are ready, the beauty of the Inca Trail cannot be undersold. The mountain views with snow capped peaks and rivers below are truly breathtaking. The Inca ruin sites are full of historical significance and I learned a great deal about the Inca way of life through them.

The food was excellent and the porters are amazing. Our tour guide Raul was very knowledgeable and helpful, especially for me when I was struggling.