Inca Trail Permits 2026 – Reserve Early
The official permits for the Inca Trail 2026 will be released starting October 1st, 2025. This is your chance to secure your adventure of a lifetime to Machu Picchu.
As you know, permits sell out extremely fast, especially during the dry season from May to August, the most popular time of the year. Don’t miss your opportunity to hike along the legendary Inca Trail, explore ancient archaeological sites, and arrive at the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) with the first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu.
✅ With us, you can book your Inca Trail permit and Machu Picchu ticket in advance, guaranteeing your spot for 2026.
✅ Our team handles everything: permits, tickets, professional guides, porters, and all logistics – so you only focus on enjoying the journey.
✅ Experience a unique and authentic trek, walking in the footsteps of the Incas on the world’s most iconic trail.
🌄 Don’t wait, secure your Inca Trail Classic experience today and make your dream of Machu Picchu a reality in 2026
The Classic Inca Trail 4 Days and 3 Night.
The Inca Trail 4 Days and 3 Nights to Machu Picchu is more than just a trek – it’s a journey to disconnect from stress and reconnect with nature, history, and yourself. Each day on this legendary trail offers a completely new adventure: breathtaking landscapes, fascinating Inca ruins, and the thrill of walking the same paths once traveled by the ancient Incas.
Over the course of 43 kilometers, you will hike an average of 12 km per day, testing your endurance, strength, and the true spirit of a mountain hiker. Along the way, you’ll explore archaeological sites like Wiñay Wayna, Runkurakay, Phuyupatamarca, and Intipunku (the Sun Gate) before finally arriving at the magical citadel of Machu Picchu.
At night, relax under the clear Andean skies, camping beneath a blanket of stars, surrounded by the sounds of nature. The Inca Trail Classic combines physical challenge, cultural discovery, and spiritual connection, making it one of the top treks in the world and the most iconic route to Machu Picchu.
Highlights of the Inca Trail 4 Days:
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Trek through diverse ecosystems: cloud forests, high mountain passes, and lush valleys.
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Visit multiple Inca archaeological sites along the route.
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Experience unforgettable sunsets and starry nights in the Andes.
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Arrive at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a bucket-list adventure that combines hiking, history, and natural beauty in one extraordinary experience.
Itinerary to Inca Trail.
Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Wayllabamba.
our first day on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a gentle introduction to this legendary trek. The hike is relatively easy, mostly on flat terrain, covering approximately 12 kilometers until you reach the first campsite at Wayllabamba.
Along the way, you’ll pass through small Andean villages, where you can see local houses and witness the traditional lifestyle of the highland communities. Your professional guide will also introduce you to the history of the trail, pointing out sections of the original Inca road and explaining the significance of ancient archaeological remains. This first stage is perfect to acclimatize, enjoy the scenery of the Urubamba Valley, and prepare both body and spirit for the more challenging days ahead. Spending the night at Wayllabamba, surrounded by the tranquility of the Andes, marks the beginning of an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu.
Day 2: Wayllabamba – Dead Women pass – Pacay mayo Alto
The second day of the Inca Trail is the most demanding, a true test of endurance and spirit. After about 6 hours of steady uphill hiking, you’ll reach the famous Warmiwañusca Pass (Dead Woman’s Pass, 4,215 m), the highest point of the trek.
From there, a 3-hour descent takes you to the Pacaymayo Valley, where you camp under the Andean sky. This day has fewer Inca ruins, but it offers something greater: the challenge of facing yourself and the pride of overcoming the toughest section of the trail.
Day 3 : Pacay Mayo – Phuyo Patamarca – Wiñayhuayna
The third day of the Inca Trail is often considered the most beautiful and rewarding. As the landscape changes, you’ll begin to see the transition into the edge of the Amazon rainforest, with lush vegetation, orchids, and unique birdlife.
This section is filled with history, you’ll explore impressive Inca archaeological sites such as Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, and Wiñay Wayna, each showcasing the incredible engineering and spiritual legacy of the Incas. Along the way, you’ll also pass through Inca tunnels carved into the rock, a true highlight of the trail. With breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and snow-capped mountains, Day 3 is a journey through time, offering both cultural discovery and natural beauty in perfect harmony.
Day 4 : wiñayhuaina – sun gate – machu picchu
On the final day of the Inca Trail, the adventure begins early. At around 4:00 am, hikers wake up and head to the checkpoint at Wiñay Wayna, where all groups wait until the control gate opens at 5:30 am. From there, the last stretch of the trek begins, an easy hike of about 3 hours.
This section is filled with anticipation and excitement as you make your way toward the legendary (Sun Gate (Inti Punku). From this vantage point, the first magical view of Machu Picchu unfolds, an unforgettable reward after days of effort.
The trail on this day is similar in difficulty to Day 1: mostly gentle and not demanding, but full of energy and emotion. Finally, you descend into the Lost City of the Incas, where history, mystery, and achievement combine in a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Highlights of the Inca Trail
- Professional bilingual guide
- Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Transfer from airport to your hotel
- Return train ticket to Cusco served expedition
- Transfer from the train station to Cusco hotel
- Ticket to machu picchu incan site
- Service that includes 6 kg of porter
- Tents and colchonetas
- Hot water to wash in the afternoon and mornings
- healthy food and drink
- Kitchen and dining tent
- Biodegradable bathroom tent
- Chairs for sitting and tables
- lunch and dinner, breakfast
- water to drink
Not Included to Inca Trail 4 Days
- Sleeping bags
- Walking poles
- Day 4 lunch not included
- Tickets to Waynapicchu mountain
- Tickets to machu picchu mountain
- Travel Insurance
Circuits in Machu Picchu
Circuit 1: The viewing platform overlooking Machu Picchu is a must-see spot for almost everyone who completes the Inca Trail. It’s here that hikers capture the classic postcard photos of the Inca citadel, with its terraces and surrounding mountains as a stunning backdrop
Circuit 3: For travelers completing the 4-day Inca Trail, entry to Machu Picchu is through Circuit 3, the official route designed for guided visits after arriving via the Sun Gate. This circuit takes you through some of the most iconic and sacred spaces of the citadel, including the Temple of the Sun, royal residences and palaces, the Temple of the Condor, and areas linked to Inca astronomy. Each site reveals the extraordinary knowledge and spiritual vision of the Inca civilization.
Walking this circuit is the perfect way to complete the Inca Trail experience — blending history, culture, and awe-inspiring architecture inside the world’s most famous citadel
Why Travel with Inca Trail Classic?
At Inca Trail Classic, we are more than a travel company — we are a 100% local agency based in the historic town of Ollantaytambo, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Our team is made up of local guides, porters, and staff, many of them proud descendants of the Inca culture.
By traveling with us, you support a company without intermediaries, ensuring that your investment goes directly to the local community. This allows us to provide fair wages, preserve our traditions, and offer you an authentic travel experience created and led by people who call these mountains home.
✅ Travel with locals.
✅ Experience genuine hospitality.
✅ Make a positive impact in the Sacred Valley.
Choosing Inca Trail Classic means choosing authenticity, sustainability, and heart on your journey to Machu Picchu.
