Inca Trail · permit required
Classic Inca Trail
Hike the Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with a local Cusco operator. Permit, Machu Picchu entry, porters, meals and an Expedition return train are included.
Permit-based guided treks
Inca Trail Tours to Machu Picchu
The Inca Trail is the only way to reach Machu Picchu on foot through the Sun Gate, and permits are limited every day. We are a licensed tour operator based in Cusco. We check permit availability before payment and arrange it in your name after the payment stated in your quote. Choose the classic 4-day trek, the 1-day hike, or a slower or more private version. If your date is sold out, we tell you right away and offer the best alternative.
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Published starting prices are per adult. Private prices are per person for two travelers and get lower for larger groups.
| Tour | Duration | Difficulty | Group from | Private from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Inca Trail | 4 days | Challenging | US$ 789 | US$ 1,490 |
| Private Inca Trail | 4 days | Challenging | Private only | US$ 1,490 |
| Short Inca Trail | 2 days | Moderate | US$ 559 | US$ 799 |
| Private Short Inca Trail | 2 days | Moderate | Private only | US$ 799 |
| One Day Inca Trail | 1 day | Moderate-challenging | US$ 469 | US$ 690 |
| Inca Trail 5 Days | 5 days | Moderate | US$ 929 | US$ 1,690 |
| Sacred Valley & Inca Trail | 6 days | Challenging | US$ 1,090 | US$ 1,790 |
| Salkantay & Short Inca Trail | 5 days | Challenging | US$ 949 | US$ 1,390 |
| Lares & Short Inca Trail | 5 days | Moderate | US$ 849 | US$ 1,290 |
All prices are referential; your quote confirms availability, services and final price.
Inca Trail · permit required
Private Inca Trail
Hike the Classic Inca Trail as a private group: your own guide, chef and porters, at your pace. Permits and Machu Picchu ticket included.
Inca Trail · permit required
Short Inca Trail
Hike the last stretch of the Inca Trail, enter through the Sun Gate and sleep in Aguas Calientes. Permit, train, hotel and Machu Picchu ticket included.
Inca Trail · permit required
Private Short Inca Trail
A private 2-day Inca Trail with your own guide. Hike to the Sun Gate, sleep in Aguas Calientes and visit Machu Picchu at your pace.
Inca Trail · permit required
One Day Inca Trail
Hike from Km 104 to the Sun Gate and return to Cusco the same day. Permit, train, shuttle bus, Machu Picchu ticket and guide included.
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Inca Trail 5 Days
The Classic Inca Trail over 5 days: shorter hiking days, quieter camps and a second Machu Picchu visit. Permits and tickets included.
Inca Trail · permit required
Sacred Valley & Inca Trail
Adjust to the altitude in the Sacred Valley, then hike the Classic Inca Trail. Hotels, permits, Machu Picchu and all entrance fees included.
Andean trek
Salkantay & Short Inca Trail
Combine the Salkantay Pass with the last section of the Inca Trail and enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Permits and tickets included.
Andean trek
Lares & Short Inca Trail
Andean communities on the Lares Trek, then the Short Inca Trail to the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu. Permits, camping and tickets included.
Which Inca Trail is right for you?
Choose by time, pace and permit availability
These are starting points. Tell us your dates and preferred pace for a more precise recommendation.
Want the full experience and are reasonably fitClassic Inca Trail, 4 days
Have little time, or are traveling with teensShort Inca Trail, 2 days
Prefer shorter hiking days and quieter campsInca Trail, 5 days
Are arriving straight from the airportSacred Valley & Inca Trail, 6 days
Want your own guide, chef and pacePrivate Inca Trail
Found no 4-day permits for your dateSalkantay or Lares + Short Inca Trail
Why book with us
Why book your Inca Trail with us
- Permits arranged in your name after the payment stated in your quote
- Local Cusco operator with experienced guides, chefs and porters
- Small groups: max 10 hikers on the Classic Inca Trail, with two guides for groups of 10
- Fairly paid, well-equipped porters, and a personal porter for 7 kg of your gear
- Support on WhatsApp before, during and after your trek
Planning guides
Read before choosing your route
Use these guides to understand tickets, altitude, timing and route options before sending your enquiry.
Plan with our Cusco team
Inca Trail permits 2026-2027
About 500 permits are issued per day, and that number includes guides, cooks and porters. The trail closes every February for maintenance. Permits are personal and cannot be refunded or transferred. For May to September, book 4-6 months ahead.
Frequently asked questions
Before you go
How hard is the Inca Trail?
The 4-day trek covers about 40 km and crosses Dead Woman's Pass at 4,215 m. Most people with good basic fitness and two days in Cusco to acclimatize complete it.
Can I hike the Inca Trail without a tour?
No. By law, every hiker must go with a licensed operator and an official guide.
What is the difference between the Classic and the Short Inca Trail?
The Classic takes 4 days and 3 nights of camping from Km 82. The Short trek starts at Km 104 and is one day of hiking, plus a hotel night and a guided visit of Machu Picchu.
What if the Inca Trail is sold out?
We offer the Short Inca Trail, Salkantay or Lares on your dates. You pay nothing until a new option is confirmed.
Talk to a local specialist
Plan your Inca Trail Tours to Machu Picchu
Tell our Cusco team your dates and travel style. We will check available services and send a clear quote.