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Inca Trail Hiking

Follow the traces of the people who discovered one of the most valuable treasures in this world: Machu Picchu.

The Inca Trail in Peru is probably the most famous hike in all of South America and also one of the most important experiences in terms of world history and culture. This amazing hiking route crosses incredible Andean mountains and passes several ruins. Its total length is 82 kilometers and goes from Cuzco to Aguas Calientes, the base of Machu Picchu. Find here below our top hiking trips across the Inca Trail.
 
 
 
 
 

Top hiking trips | Inca Trail:

 
 
 

There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in Inca Trail

It is the starting point of your expedition for the Inca Trail, so it is a must see destination. This city is 3400 meters high and you may find it difficult to acclimatize. But once you achieve it, you will enjoy an architecture that combines Inca history with the colonizing influence of Europe.

 

Good to know:

Language

Spanish

Currency

Peruvian Sol

Best time to visit

Between May and September, during the driest season

How to get there

You can fly to Lima, Peru's capital, from where you have multiple connections to Cuzco

More info about Hiking in Inca Trail:

Remember that the access to the citadel of Machu Picchu is limited. No more than 500 visitors are allowed per day. Therefore, it is important to contact and organize your trip in advance with your local guide. The hike can be strenuous in some sections, especially due to the high altitude. It’s alway advisable to take a few days for acclimatization. Your guide will surely give you many tips to better deal with that.  

 

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