Short Inca Trail 2 Days with Camping
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS
3/5
2900 MASL / 12300 FT
MACHU PICCHU
387 Review
from $460.00
Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu
This trek takes 4 days/ 3 nights and ends in Machu Picchu.
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS Multi Day Hike
23 reviews
Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu
This trek takes 4 days/ 3 nights and ends in Machu Picchu.
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS Multi Day Hike
23 reviews
Altitude
4215 MASL / 13779 FT
Departure
CUSCO
Physical Level
4/5
Duration
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Group Size
8 PER GROUP
Seasson
MARCH TO DECEMBER
Accomodation
CAMPING
Trip Style
HIKING AND CAMPING
Overview
Inca trail to machu picchu 4 days, is one of the famous and georges trek in the world and the ten best hike before pass away , actually gonna be like your dream, this hike is unique in this part of the world because one can see a lot flora and fauna and different inca sites and finishing in machu picchu ( one of the seven wonders of the world). inca trail to machu picchu 4 days, hike the amazing classic inca trail, this stunnig experience on the famous inca trail for 4 unforgettable days , and pass through the sungate at sunrise for that first bitchin view of machu picchu, inca trail is peru;s own microclimates,lush green cloud forest alive with good wildlife,high mountain passes, a huge territory with plenty of inca site from the coast, jungle and highland in south America and you can do only to those that follow this amazing inca trail,this is the most popular and stunnig hike in cusco
Completing the inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days is the best option for you
Along the 46-kilometer or 29-mile trail, you’ll hike along the same path as ancient Incan kings and the population had nearly 600 years ago, experiencing altitudes up to 4,215 meters,, original cobbled paths and staircases built by the Incans( King of King) and the amazing and famous buildings of llactapata, Runcuracay, Phuyupatamarca, Wiñayhuayna, and Machu Picchu the temple of teh wisdom itself, located in an impossibly high and difficult place a top of the beatifull mountains.
With sullpayky experiences, we take care of all of your Inca Trail trek needs, ensuring that you are completely prepared and that you have a positive, relaxing, and exciting experience during your hike experiences.
We provide experienced tour leaders, professional cooks, porters super chaskis, camping and cooking equipment, delicious food,.
Itinerary
Cusco – Piskacucho Km 82 – Llactapata- Ayapata
Our guides will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco. The pick up from Cusco will be at 4:30 AM, from Urubamba 5:30 AM and if you stay in Ollantaytambo, you can sleep a little more that we will come for you at 6:30 AM. In your “brieffing” session, these schedules will be confirmed, as they may fluctuate depending on your stay.any way will stop in ollantaytambo to get the first breakfast (not include) Then we will go to Km 82, arriving at 7:00 AM. we will pass by the first point of control of the Inca Trail to begin our trek (please be sure to have your original passport with you to enter the Inca Trail). The first 2 hours of the trek are relatively easy as we head to our first Inca site, Patallacta which is a former Inca checkpoint for the approach to Machu Picchu. From Patallacta is another 2 hour hike to our lunch stop and then time to relax abaut 30 minutes . After lunch we will hike for 2 hours and a half to reach the camp of the first night in Ayapata (3400 meters). In this last section we went through 2 small communities. If you want to buy energy drinks or snacks you can do here, you can also buy any essential items like batteries that you may have forgotten. We will arrive at our camp at 5:00 PM depending of the our hike and after getting settled in a little you can relax and have a hot drink and a snack with your team of porters, chef and guide. At 7:30 pm your dinner will be ready, and then you can get a well-deserved rest.the time may change is not always the seem time we well see
Walking distance: 8.7 miles/14 km (6-7 hours)
Campsite altitude: 3400 meters (high) above sea level
Considered: Moderate day (getting used to the Inca Trail)
Weather: Warm and windy
Ayapata – Dead Woman´S Pass – Runcuraccay Pass – Chaquiccocha ( camp )
Our porters will knock and wake you up early with a hot cup of coca tea, so you’re ready for the day. Today is our longest day and we will start early. We will hike for approximately 4 hours to the highest step of the hike, dead woman pass (4215 meters / 13829 feet). Upon reaching the pass we will stop for a short pause to enjoy and take some fotos as family the views before departing again to descend to the next valley (Pacaymayu Valley – Hidden River). It’s another hour and a half down the valley side to our lunch spot and an opportunity to refill our water bottles. After lunch we started climbing again to the second step of the hike. It is 2 hours from the pass and by the way we will stop in Inca site (Runcu Raccay) and we will see two huge cascading waterfalls on the opposite side of the valley. After the second high pass, it is another hour of descent from hike to reach the amazing Inca site, Sayacmarca (an otherwise inaccessible village).
Let’s stop here to rest and take a tour of the site and then watch the sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range. It is then another 25 minutes until we stop for the night in our second camp Chaquicocha (dry lake, 3600 meters). After dinner, if you are not too exhausted, we can observe some stars and point out the fascinating Inca constellations. In the magnificent sky of the Southern Hemisphere, specially in June, July far from all artificial illumination, this sky is something to contemplate!
Walking distance: 9.94 miles/16 km (7-8 hours)
Campsite altitude: 3600 meters (high) above sea level (chilly weather)
Considered: Top day (you will have survived the two highest passes)
Area: Andes and Cloud Forest
Weather: Cold and rainy
Chaquiccocha – Wiñaywayna ( Camp )
Complete day 2 and start day 3, we start again early, waking up at 6:00 am to begin what many know as the most beautiful day of the entire Inca Trail. We well hike for 2 hours along what we like to call “flat Inca” (gradual inclinations) actually is uo and dawn and begin to enter the jungle, known as the Cloud Forest. As we hike we will have the opportunity to see the majesty of Salkantay, the second highest snowed mountain in the entire Sacred Valley and a fantastic panoramic view of the Vilcabamba mountain range. And salkantay and veronica glaciers both are sunnig Towards the end of the Inca apartments we started to climb to the last peak in Phuyupatamarka (3600 meters) from where we will have magnificent views of the Urubamba River. In the valley we get our first views of the Machu Picchu mountain, but the site itself remains hidden from view. From Phuyupatamarka it is a 3 hour hike up a flight of steps to our last camp, near Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young). Wiñay Wayna is the most spectacular Inca site on the trail after Machu Picchu and the most popular camping due to its proximity to Machu Picchu.
During the descent we will see 2 Inca site, Phuyupatamarka (City in the Clouds) and Intipata (Terrazas del Sol). We arrived at our camp around 1:30 PM to have lunch and then relax for the whole afternoon so that you are relaxed and ready for your last day in Machu Picchu. Around 3:30 pm your guide will give you a brief orientation and visit the Inca ruins of Wiñay Wayna, spending about an hour and a half there. We will explain the importance of the site and mix all the information provided during the trek so that you are fully prepared for your visit to Machu Picchu8 one of the seven wonders of the world) the next day.
It is a tradition of the Inca Trail to organize a ceremony at night to introduce the team to the tourists once again and thank them for the great work done (if you wish to provide them with advice for them then you can do so at this time). It is advisable to go to bed at a reasonable time to get up in the early hours of the morning to reach Machu Picchu at dawn in the hope that the weather will give us a beautiful sunrise over the ruins of Machu Picchu.
Walking distance: 6.2 miles/10km (5 hours)
Campsite altitude: 2.600 meters (high) above sea level (chilly weather)
Considered: Easy day – all downhill!
Area: High Cloud Forest
Weather: Warm and very humid
Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – The Lost City Of The Incas
We will start the day at 3:30 AM. We will have box breakfast at 4:00 am and wait at the checkpoint to be one of the first to start trekking when the doors open at 5:30 AM. We will say goodbye to our team of porters and chef and then it is “Forward On” to Puerta del Sol (Inti Punku). From here we have spectacular views of the mountains and we will see Machu Picchu in all its glory. We arrive at the Puerta del Sol at 6:30 am and then it is only an hour’s walk down to get to the Lost City of the Incas.
As we approach Machu Picchu the views of the city are getting better and better! At about 7:40 am we will arrive at the final checkpoint and we will enter Machu Picchu to begin our private guided tour of 2 hours.
After the tour you will receive your bus tickets to go down to the city of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) and you will have free time to explore on your own or climb to one of the neighboring mountains – Huaynapicchu (must be arranged ahead of time).
Unless you have chosen a better train, we will reserve the Expedition class train departing from Aguas Calientes at 4:20. Please be sure to be on the platform at least 30 minutes ahead of time. This train will be 2 hours from Ollantaytambo here in Ollantaytambo our transport will wait to take you to Cusco and its Hotel
Considered: The most exciting and magical day (early wake up 3.30AM)
Area: High Cloud and Subtropical Forest
Weather: Hot and very humid (bring lots of water)
Included
Included Inca Trail to machu picchu 4 days
- Bilingual English speaking tour guide (additional tour guide for groups of nine people or more)
- SLEEPING BAG
- HIKING STICKS
- HOTEL IN CUSCO
- Pre-Departure Briefing at your hotel 1 or 2 days before your trek.
- Four-person tent for every 2 people.
- Chef
- Wranglers and PORTERS to carry all the equipment (food, tents, chairs, table, etc)
- PORTER to transport 7 kg of your gear
- Duffle bag for your gear
- Four breakfasts, four lunches, and four dinners
- Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- bus from machu picchu to aguas calientes
- Pillow
- blankets
No Included
Doesnt Include Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 Days
- Tips: Guide, Cook,
- water the 1 day
- lunch the 4 day
Recommendations
PACKING LIST INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU 4 DAYS
As a Professional Direct Local Tour operator, we provide you with a duffle bag at your briefing and INCLUDE an extra porter who will carry up to 7 kgs or 14 pounds including your 2.5kg sleeping bag, mattress, and extra clothing.
- 2 t-shirts
- 2 hiking pants at least
- 4 sets of undergarments
- 3 sets of hiking socks
- Bathing Suit for the thermal waters
- Couple Fleece/ Thermals
- Warm clothes, down jacket — 2nd campsite temp around 3º Celcius.
- Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
- Comfortable shoes for camp
- Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might prefer something larger.
- A small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash.
- Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek
Packing List
What To Bring
YOU SHOULD BRING; inca Trail to machu picchu 4 days
- A good day pack: such as Eagle Creek Afar Backpack (Appropriate pack to carry your personal belongings.)
- Original passport (International Student Identity Card “ISIC” if applicable)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended but not required
- Lighter trekking boots (with good ankle support)
- 3 pairs of trekking pants (not jeans), 1 hiking, 1 cotton–which is just enough. Please spray both pairs with an insect repellent spray before the trip.
- Layers for variable temperatures especially at night.
- 1 rain jacket: The first night the temperature can be as low as – 5 degrees Celsius/23 degrees Fahrenheit. A rain jacket can be helpful because there are rainy days even in the dry season!
- 1 warm/winter jacket (Thermals: wool socks/gloves, scarf and woolen hat for cold nights).
- 4 pairs of underwear, 6 pairs of socks (Bamboo or cotton/nylon-blend socks dry faster than 100 percent cotton, which lose their softness when air-dried.) It is nice to have a couple of extra pairs of socks to change into at night when you’re not hiking. Also, we recommend bringing both heavy hiking socks and lighter socks as well as the weather is variable, so you want to make sure you’re not too cold or too hot.
- 4 t-shirts, 2 long sleeve shirts
- 1 good sleeping bag liner which is super lightweight and easy to pack. This does its job!
- Travel-size tissues and wet wipes.
- Iron tablets and pills for altitude sickness. Several people on the hike have varying degrees of altitude sickness and both of these remedies (in addition to the coca tea) are very helpful in alleviating the symptoms.
- Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended).
- Bug spray with 30% DEET in it–which you need, but it doesn’t work very well. The issue with Cusco outdoor is that most of the bugs are not mosquitoes. They are these small flies you can’t even see that leave weird bites that first look like you pricked your finger and then blow up into itchy red bumps. Unfortunately, these bugs seem to bite you no matter what kind of spray you put on, so bringing some anti-itch ointment could be helpful.
- Re-usable plastic or metal water container or a hydration pack such as Camelback
- Water (Only for the first day of the hike, as we will provide you with water throughout the rest of the hike).
- Camera
- A headlamp to navigate camp in the evenings and pre-dawn mornings with spare batteries
- Bandages or moleskin
- Flip flops to change into at night. Your toes will thank you!
- Toiletries
- Medication (Imodium AD or something for your stomach) because some people get an upset stomach on the trek. Also, Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen can be helpful to help with aches and pains after 8-10 hours of hiking each day.
- Plastic bags for dirty and wet clothes
- Something to read in the evenings
- Extra money for drinks, tips in Soles for cooks, guides. (USD$60-70).
- Emergency money at least 300-450 extra soles (USD$ 220)
Travel Guide
Prices
| Number of persons | Price per person |
| 1 | $1100.00 |
| 2 | $1070.00 |
| 3 | $1040.00 |
| 4 | $1010.00 |
| 5 | $980.00 |
| 6 | $950.00 |
| 7 | $920.00 |
| 8 | $890.00 |
Prices:inca Trail to machu picchu 4 days
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD
- Group service $890 per person
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).
Discounts:inca Trail to machu picchu 4 days
- Student Discount 20$ dollars
- Under 15 years will pay as student: US$20.00
- Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00
Optional Extras (Need to Book in Advance):
- Machu Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 25.00 (Need to book in advance)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 25.00 (Need to book in advance)
Why Choose us
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL is a Local Travel Agency and Tour Operator with 10 years of experience in the world of tourism. We are specialists in organizing travel packages that include Machu Picchu (the main tourist destination in our country), Adventure tours such as the Inca Trail and alternative tours that also reach Machu Picchu. This article will help you know why you should choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL, the local travel agency that personalizes services for demanding clients like you.
Get to know our work and entrust your trip to SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL!
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL is a local travel agency and tour operator authorized by the institutions that govern tourism regulations in Peru. That is why we have the necessary licenses and permits to operate within our country.
We offer a variety of travel styles for all tastes, our programs are flexible and we can create personalized tour packages that meet all the plans and expectations of our clients. We also carry out tours for clients with disabilities.
We provide personalized assistance 24 hours a day, before and during your trip. When you contact us, you will be assisted by our experts in travel to Peru, who will be happy to assist you and assist you as soon as possible, responding to your concerns and requested information.
We are specialists in offering individual services such as accommodation, travel tickets, entrance tickets to various tourist centers and much more, to make your trip a totally pleasant vacation.
We know you’ll be happy with our service, as evidenced by the hundreds of testimonials from our traveling customers from around the world. See the video testimonials on our YouTube channel, the recommendations and memories of travel experiences on various social networks such as TripAdvisor, which will explain why you should choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL for your next 2023 vacation in our country.
About our growth process
Continuous improvement is one of our commitments. One of our principles is that the work of each area is important in order to achieve the best final product. Therefore, throughout our history we have developed various projects with different areas, which have given us the following results:
We have completed the policy of our Integrated Management System as a sign of the guarantee of our organization. Also, read about our mission, vision and values on which we base this company.
Continuous training for tour guides, cooks, porters, drivers, those responsible for various areas such as Sales, Reservations, Operations, Administration, etc., on issues of customer service, quality of service to tourists, knowledge of the route and other issues concerning the tourism industry in Peru. Due to our progress in these areas, we have received the CALTUR 2018 Certification from the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism.
About the Licenses and Authorizations of SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL – Travel Agency and Tour Operator, meets all the requirements and licenses necessary to operate and offer various services in the field of tourism throughout the Peruvian territory. The institutions mentioned below are in charge of regulating the tourism industry in Peru and we are subscribed to them:
We have the authorization of the DIRCETUR (Regional Directorate of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Cusco), a government organization that promotes competition, sustainability and the diversification of Peruvian exportable products, tourism and crafts.
We are subscribed to PROMPERU (Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism), an institution belonging to the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of our country.
We are also subscribed to SERNANP, to be able to operate on the Inca Trail Network. The National Service of Natural Protected Areas by the State, which is a specialized public technical body of the Peruvian government, dependent on the Ministry of the Environment of Peru, in charge of directing and establishing the technical and administrative criteria for the conservation of the Natural Protected Areas of Peru.
On the other hand, we have the recognition of our clients like you, who recommend us through TripAdvisor. You can view their travel testimonials with our company.
If you want to know more about SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL, then you can also visit our YouTube channel, where you will find real opinions from traveling clients like you.
We invite you to read our article on the Responsible Tourism Commitment of SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL.
Among the reasons why choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL, one of the main tasks of our organization is to promote responsible tourism. In this context, we handle three basic concepts:
We promote respect for culture, providing our clients with all the necessary information about the tourist destinations to visit so that they are aware of the customs, traditions, beliefs and different ways of life of the residents of the various populations of our country.
We promote the protection of the environment, through the care of the flora and fauna of the various destinations we visit, recycling, reduction in the use of water and electricity. For this reason, we recommend hiring the services of environmentally responsible tour operators like us, SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL.
We are committed to local initiatives, promoting the purchase of handicrafts, the consumption of excellent national cuisine, and support for community projects. You can be part of responsible tourism by helping to conserve the areas we visit and, if you wish, by directly supporting the residents of the local communities.
Why Choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL: We are a Team of Travel Experts
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL has a team of professionals with extensive knowledge and experience in the area of tourism, who work together and efficiently to make your trip a perfect, pleasant, and unforgettable experience. Start dreaming of your next vacation to Machu Picchu with our help.
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