It was a really fun adventure, although not as challenging as I\’d hoped it made up for in beauty!. The realization of seeing Machu Pichu after 4 days made you feel as though you have earned it!! Raul was great, knowledgable and funny guide!! I would certainly recommend for all. The friendships made along the trail are for life. The food was excellent and above what was expected for a remote area. Getting to Machu Pichu first and beating the people for Aguas calientes was worth the toil. For anybody seeking an adventure I would say try Inca Trail Reservations .