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- Duration
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Trip type
- Trekking Adventure
- Group size
Overview
An adventurous five-day Inca Trail journey through the Peruvian Andes, combining multi-day trekking, archaeological sites and the iconic Machu Picchu with overnight camping along the trail.
The journey begins in Cusco before trekking from Piskacucho through Yunkachimpa, crossing the Warmiwanuska pass at 4,200 metres and continuing through Runkurakay, Chaq'icocha and Winaywayna. Along the route, travellers visit archaeological sites including Llactapata, Runkurakay, Sayacmarka and Phuyupatamarka. The final trek leads to Machu Picchu via Intipunku, followed by a night in Aguas Calientes. The final day includes a visit to Machu Picchu, an optional hike to Huaynapicchu and a late-afternoon train back to Cusco. Accommodation consists of camping at the specified trail campsites, with Aguas Calientes accommodation also provided for the final night.
The route
Day by day, at a glance
Day 1 · Cusco
Arrive Cusco - Piskacucho - Yunkachimpa
Day 2 · Yunkachimpa
Yunkachimpa - Warmiwanuska - Runkurakay
Day 3 · Runkurakay
Runkurakay - Chaq'icocha - Winaywayna
Day 4 · Winay Wayna
Winaywayna - Machu Picchu
Day 5 · Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu - Huayna Picchu - Cusco
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 1 · Cusco
Arrive Cusco - Piskacucho - Yunkachimpa
Upon arrival at airport in Peru, you will be warmly met by a representative, who will provide assistance and transfer to your accommodation to check-in. Activities: • Depart from Cusco and go on to Urubamba where you’ll have a brief stop, then on to Chillca to start the trekking. • Have lunch in Miskay with an additional rest of a half hour there after start your trek to the first campsite. • Along the way you will visit the archeological site called Llactapata. Overnight: Camp in Yunkachimpa – (L, D)
Camp in YunkachimpaLunch, DinnerDay 2 · Yunkachimpa
Yunkachimpa - Warmiwanuska - Runkurakay
Activities: • You will have breakfast early and start trekking to the highest point of the Inca Trail, where you can see different ecological zones and enjoy changing climates. • Cross the Warmiwanuska pass at 4200 meters above sea level. • After lunch continue on to the campsite at Paqaymayo and enjoy dinner and a well deserved rest. Overnight: Camp in Runkurakay – (B, L, D)
Camp in RunkurakayBreakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 3 · Runkurakay
Runkurakay - Chaq'icocha - Winaywayna
Activities: • Walk approximately 45 minutes up to reach the second pass at 3850 meters above sea level and visit Runkurakay along the way. • Visit the Sayacmarka archeological group and then go on to the Phuyupatamarka ruins. • After lunch head to Winaywayna where you will spend your last night. Overnight: Camp in Winaywayna – (B, L, D)
Camp in WinaywaynaBreakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 4 · Winay Wayna
Winaywayna - Machu Picchu
Activities: • After an early Breakfast, start on the final leg of the trek to Machu Picchu. • Arrive at Intipunku where you will have a panoramic view of the Machu Picchu citadel. After a short hike down to Machu Picchu, register and start on our 3 hour guided visit. • After touring the remains, you will be transferred back to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes where you spend the night. Overnight: Aguas Calientes – (B)
Aguas CalientesBreakfastDay 5 · Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu - Huayna Picchu - Cusco
Activities: Early morning rise and after breakfast take a bus up to visit the lost city of Machu Picchu. An optional hike for the more dynamic persons in the group would be to hike up to Huaynapicchu, the pyramid shape peak that overlooks Machu Picchu. Late afternoon train back to Cusco. – (B) Meals as per itinerary: (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form in: CUSTOM-CRAFTED tab on this page.
Where you'll stay
Accommodations
Day 1 · Cusco
Camp in Yunkachimpa
Day 2 · Yunkachimpa
Camp in Runkurakay
Day 3 · Runkurakay
Camp in Winaywayna
Day 4 · Winay Wayna
Aguas Calientes
How it works
Made to order
- Every Tourcan trip is built by a specialist, not a template — the route, hotels, and pace are tuned to how you want to travel.
- Dates are flexible. There are no fixed departures; we plan around your calendar.
- Quotes and bookings happen by phone and email with your specialist — no automated checkout, just a real conversation.
What's included
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Accommodations Per Person Sharing, including hotel taxes
- Arrival & departure transfers where applicable
- Local guides where applicable
- Meals per itinerary
- Park entrance fees and sightseeing fees where applicable
- Applicable transportation
Not included
- Airfare and air taxes
- Cancellation, baggage, travel and medical insurance
- Items of a personal nature such as baggage porterage, gratuities/tips, laundry, telephone calls, bottled water, etc.
- Visa and visa fees
- Optional sightseeing and activities
- Meals, beverages and services not mentioned in itinerary
- For additional information or reservations please complete QUOTE REQUEST form in side bar of this page or contact us directly to speak to one of our Destination Experts.
- We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form in: CUSTOM-CRAFTED tab on this page.
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Travel insurance
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