INCA TRAIL – 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Km 82 – Wayllabamba

• Private transfer from Cusco
• Trek begins crossing the Urubamba River
• Trail lunch prepared by camp chef
• Gradual hike to first campsite
• Afternoon tea and hot dinner

Maximum altitude: 3,000 m (9,840 ft)

Hiking time: 5–6 hours

Day 2: Warmiwañusca Pass – Pacaymayo

• Energizing breakfast
• Ascent to highest point (4,215 m / 13,828 ft)
• Technical descent into valley
• Hot dinner at campsite

Hiking time: 7–8 hours

Most physically demanding day

Day 3: Archaeological Route – Wiñay Wayna

• Scenic hike with gentler slopes
• Visits to Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, and Phuyupatamarca
• Arrival at Wiñay Wayna campsite
• Final night camping

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Day 4: Inti Punku – Machu Picchu

• Pre-dawn departure
• Entry through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku)
• Exclusive panoramic view
• Private guided visit
• Return by tourist-class train

✔ INCLUDED

• Guaranteed official permit
• Certified trekking guide (first-aid trained)
• Professional chef
• Regulated porters
• 4-season tents
• Thick sleeping pad
• Full meals (3D/3N camping)
• Bus descent from Machu Picchu
• Return train

✘ NOT INCLUDED

• Sleeping bag (rental available)
• Trekking poles
• Gratuities
• Travel insurance