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THE CLASSIC INCA TRAIL · INKAYNI PERU TOURS
Follow the four-day route from Km 82 to Machu Picchu, with guided hiking and three nights of camping.
Dates and permits are confirmed by the Inkayni team before booking.
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WHY THIS JOURNEY
Follow the original four-day Inca Trail from Km 82 through high passes, cloud forest and Inca sites to Machu Picchu. This Group Service includes three camping nights; review the current inclusions and confirm permits for your departure before booking.
Follow the four-day itinerary from Km 82 through the Inca sites to Machu Picchu.
Travel with the operating team supporting this four-day journey.
Review the tents, meals and personal porter allowance in the full tour details.
Complete the four-day route and approach Machu Picchu on the final stage.
Is this trek right for you? Expect consecutive walking days, high-altitude terrain and camping. Check the daily effort before choosing a date.
Compare Inca Trail routes ↗VALLEYS. HIGH PASSES. INCA SITES.
Explore the four stages from Km 82 to Machu Picchu. This schematic explains the sequence; it is not a geographic map.
DAY 1 OF 4
Begin at Km 82 and follow the Cusichaka valley past Inca terraces and Patallacta toward the first camp near Wayllabamba. Wayllabamba area
Wayllabamba area
<p>An orientative stage diagram, not a geographic or GPS map. Follow the confirmed itinerary for camps and daily details.</p>
Selected references · not a complete trail profile
Approximate altitude references from the route editor. Horizontal spacing does not represent distance.

For navigation and camp details, use the confirmed itinerary. This diagram is illustrative; your guide will explain the assigned stages.
YOUR CLASSIC INCA TRAIL ITINERARY
Explore the route, effort and overnight stage for each day. Open the complete day description when you need the details.
DAY 1 OF 4
Begin at Km 82 and follow the Cusichaka valley past Inca terraces and Patallacta toward the first camp near Wayllabamba.
After the transfer from Cusco, begin walking at Piscacucho (Km 82). The route follows the Cusichaka valley and passes views of Patallacta and Willkarakay before continuing toward Wayllabamba.
The current tour itinerary describes approximately 12 km of walking on this first stage. Camp arrangements and the day’s briefing are confirmed by your guide.
DAY 2 OF 4
Climb through changing Andean vegetation to Dead Woman's Pass at about 4,215 m, then descend toward Pacaymayu.
This is the most demanding ascent of the four-day Classic Inca Trail. From Wayllabamba, the route climbs through forest and open mountain terrain, passing the Llulluchapampa area before reaching Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass), about 4,215 m above sea level.
The route then descends toward the Pacaymayu area for the second night. The old tour content gives conflicting distances for this stage; confirm the current walking estimate with Inkayni before departure.
DAY 3 OF 4
Walk through Runkurakay, Sayacmarca and the cloud-forest section near Phuyupatamarca before descending toward the final camp area.
The third day combines repeated climbs and descents with archaeological sites and cloud-forest scenery. The existing itinerary names Runkurakay, Sayacmarca and Phuyupatamarca along this section, followed by a descent toward the final camp.
The source gives roughly 3,950–4,000 m for the day’s high section and conflicting total distances. Your confirmed itinerary should state the current distance and camp allocation; Wiñay Wayna is not guaranteed.
DAY 4 OF 4
Complete the trail via Inti Punku (Sun Gate), visit Machu Picchu on the circuit assigned to your departure and return by the included transport.
Start early for the final approach to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) and continue toward Machu Picchu. The visit follows the entry and circuit confirmed for your booking; an additional circuit or mountain ticket should not be assumed.
After the guided visit, descend to Aguas Calientes and return by the train and onward transport specified in the current inclusion list. The existing itinerary lists approximately 5 km of walking; its former miles conversion was erroneous and is not repeated here.
THE PEOPLE. THE CAMP. THE GEAR.
Understand the services behind the four walking days. Check the inclusions for what is provided and what to arrange separately.

CAMP / OVERNIGHT
Review the tent, sleeping and meal arrangements in the tour inclusion list. Campsites are assigned for the confirmed departure.
Sleeping-bag rental and optional equipment are separate where listed. Confirm the exact provision with your quote.

PEOPLE / SUPPORT
Guides and porters support the journey and move camp equipment between stages. Review the personal luggage allowance in your booking terms.
Confirm your personal luggage allowance in writing before booking.

PREPARE / WALK
Use the product packing list to prepare layers, rain protection and walking essentials. Your daypack stays with you while camp gear moves separately.
Check which personal items, rentals and insurance are not included; do not rely on a generic equipment list.
Meals, water, accommodation and return transport are specified in the tour inclusions. Review exactly what is included ↗ Review exactly what is included ↗
SEE THE JOURNEY
Watch Inkayni’s tour video. The itinerary and written inclusions remain the authoritative details for your departure.
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MORE ABOUT THE JOURNEY
<p>Explore the current Inkayni support pages before you travel.</p>
Support matters on the trail. Support matters on the trail. Confirm your equipment, meals and porter allowance with the team.
meet the porter teamKNOW WHAT YOU ARE BOOKING
Read the current product terms in full. Confirm any rental, train upgrade or other optional service in your written quote.
Guides, trekking permits, camp support and the listed transport and meals are part of this product. Check the details below.
Personal gear, additional tickets and some meals are separate unless expressly included in your quote.
DATES & AVAILABILITY
Tell us when you hope to travel. Inkayni must confirm permits and the departure before any date is guaranteed.
Send your preferred date and number of travelers through the enquiry form.
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US$805 per person · tour price
BEFORE YOU COMMIT
No. The team must check permits and departure operation before confirming your request.
The displayed price comes from this product. Ask for a written quote identifying rentals, supplements and all current conditions.
Request the applicable payment, cancellation and date-change terms in writing before paying.
CURRENT WETRAVEL BOOKING
CHECK AVAILABILITY WITH INKAYNI
Send your request directly to the Inkayni team. A request does not reserve a permit.
Or ask via WhatsApp ↗ARRIVE PREPARED
Four consecutive walking days call for preparation. Check the route, weather and packing guidance before you travel.
Prepare for climbs, descents and the 4,215 m pass. Build walking fitness in advance and discuss individual health concerns with a qualified professional.
Carry rain and sun protection, layers and walking-day essentials in your daypack. Confirm the luggage allowance and camp arrangements with Inkayni.
PACK FOR THE TRAIL
Here’s the essential items guide to pack for your Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Porters will carry up to 5 kg of your personal items. This must include your sleeping bag and air matt (if you bring/rent one). From us these two items weigh 2.5 kg.
Use this tour’s packing checklist. Confirm rentals, restrictions and porter weight before departure.
A LITTLE PLANNING. A BETTER JOURNEY.
Three direct resources for equipment, permits and route choice.

PACKING
Use the packing guide to prepare your daypack and camp items.
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PERMITS & DATES
Understand the permit check before making travel commitments.
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THE ROUTE FAMILY
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Clear answers to the most important questions about this four-day tour. 2 answers are available below.
Ask about your date ↗It is a guided, four-day walking route from the Km 82 area through Andean passes, cloud forest and Inca sites to Machu Picchu, with three camping nights on this tour.
The tour includes a transfer from Cusco to the Km 82 starting area. The walking route ends at Machu Picchu; the return arrangements are listed in the current tour inclusions.

FOUR DAYS ON THE ORIGINAL TRAIL
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