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Peru: Trek the Inca Trail 4 Days

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Tour Overview

Spend four days on the Inca Trail or the Quarry Trail to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Machu Picchu! Whether you’re a new trailblazer or an experienced trekker, this short trip allows you to join a local leader, local porters who know the land well and a small group of likeminded adventurers to one of the most iconic sites in the world. Discover a lost civilisation and get active, soaking up the gorgeous views along the way, seeing ancient ruins and mingling with locals.

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Trip Code: GGXI

Start

Cusco

End

Cusco

Destination

Peru

Meals

3 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Bus, Train

Accommodation

Route 1 - Inca Trail: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights). Route 2 - Quarry Trail: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (1 night).

Days

4

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

4i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • This trip allows trekkers to visit Machu Picchu – one of the magnificent Seven Wonders of the World, sitting high in the Andes mountains.

  • Get active with one of the most iconic treks in the world, soaking up gorgeously lush scenery and travelling with a small group of adventurers and local leaders and porters to help you along the way.

  • Follow in the footsteps of a great lost civilisation up to the Sun Gate overlooking mighty Machu Picchu. If you take the Quarry Trail, pass amazing archaeological sites, valley views and enjoy off-the-beaten-path cultural interactions.

  • Start and end your journey in Cusco – Extend your stay a few days to really explore the old capital of the Inca Empire and become aclimated to the high altitude. Explore the archaeological remains, Spanish architecture and the Plaza de Armas (the central square in the Old City).

  • Whether you trek the Inca Trail or Inca Quarry Trail, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Intrepid is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

3 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Bus, Train

Accommodation

Route 1 - Inca Trail: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights). Route 2 - Quarry Trail: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (1 night).

Included activities

  • 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support
  • Machu Picchu - Guided tour

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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