Original
Walking & Trekking
Inca Trail Express
7 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
543 reviews
7 days
Start
Cusco, Peru
Finish
Cusco, Peru
Trip Code
GGTA
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Bus, Taxi, Train
Accommodation
Route 1 - Inca Trail: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights), Hotel (3 nights). Route 2 - Quarry Trail: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights). Route 3 - Train option: Hotel (6 nights)
From £876(7 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
This trip allows both trekkers and non-trekkers to visit Machu Picchu – one of the magnificent Seven Wonders of the World, perched high in the Andes mountains – with scenic hiking trails and train options.
Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, known for the steep and soaring scenery, mystical significance and the Indigenous cultures that still reside here.
Visit a locally-run restaurant and café in Urubamba in the Sacred Valley that hires single mothers to support their children and the local community – and sit down to enjoy an organic, homemade beet cake and coffee.
Explore Cusco, South America's oldest continuously inhabited city. The city has ancient foundations, an interesting blend of Incan and Spanish influences and seemingly endless things to do and see.
Whether you trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Tuuur is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip visits places that are at high altitude, and as a result some people can suffer from altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the Medical and health information section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
This trip involves a lot of walking to see the sites, and if you trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, there'll be strenuous hiking. The trip is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable to hiking. See the ‘Packing’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
For those who trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, you'll be camping with basic facilities. It's definitely the journey as well as the final destination (Machu Picchu) that makes this way of exploring Peru worthwhile.
According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only, and once the guided visit commences exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Please refer to the Itinerary for details.
Travellers who choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), will not follow the same routes within Machu Picchu. This means that you may not be able to have photos together, overlooking Machu Picchu. This applies to travellers on the same booking or separate bookings.
Can't decide which trek is for you? Read up on them here: https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ Inca trail permits are limited and it's important to book well in advance, read more about it here:  https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-vs-quarry-trail/) https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/ (https://www.tuuur.com/adventures/inca-trail-permit/)
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Bus, Taxi, Train
Accommodation
Route 1 - Inca Trail: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights), Hotel (3 nights). Route 2 - Quarry Trail: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights). Route 3 - Train option: Hotel (6 nights)
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Important notes
1. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. The passport you travel with must match the booking details provided to us. This will be used to apply for your Inca permit and if any info doesn’t match your passport, the Inca authorities will refuse your entry. Delays in providing this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip starts at 2pm on Day 1. We recommend that travellers intending to depart Cusco on the final day of the trip book flights out of Cusco no earlier than 12pm to allow for possible delays on the final section of the trail.
4. At the time of booking, please advise whether you would like to hike the classic Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the train. When available, the Inca Trail will be booked as the default option. Fees may apply to changes made after the time of booking, and availability on other options cannot be guaranteed.
5. Inca Trail permits are sold on a request basis only. Once a deposit is paid and passport details are provided, Tuuur will endeavour to secure a permit for you. If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Quarry Trail instead
or travel to Machu Picchu by train.
6.The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February, you will be automatically booked to hike the Quarry Trail.
7. As you can choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), you may be joined by other Tuuur and/or non-Tuuur travellers. There is also a small chance you may be the only traveller from your group on your selected option.
Reviews (517)
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Kimmee
Dec 31, 2024
The itinerary was well thought out with not too much travel time between destinations. The experience built up every day that made you appreciate the small things and finally building up seeing Machu Picchu that much more spectacular. If you’re short on time and want to see Peru, you need to book this trip!
Luis
Dec 17, 2024
My trip with Intrepid in Cusco was absolutely incredible! The itinerary, food, and organization were top-notch, but the standout was our guide, Whilder, who was knowledgeable, supportive, and made the group feel like family. This experience exceeded all expectations, and I can’t wait to travel with Intrepid again!
Michael
Dec 16, 2024
Incredible experience, different activities available at some points for people with different interests and amazing food! Everyone was very friendly!
Jenney
Dec 13, 2024
Inca trail express was such a great experience. I choose to opt for the train option and I’m so glad I did that option, gave us more opportunity to check out other spots like the other Inca ruins and Rainbow mountain. Our tour guide Armando was amazing and guided us through everything.
Pei Ching Sylvia
Dec 12, 2024
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu was a once in a lifetime experience and I couldn’t of had a better time without my tour guides (Hernan and Rolando), the incredible porters and my lovely group I was with! The facilities on this trip was more than we imagined and I am so grateful to have joined this trip!
Helga
Dec 12, 2024
The Inca Trail trek was absolutely incredible, the guides were knowledgeable and passionate to share their culture and history. This trip has been a highlight of my travels and certainly gives you the huge proud feeling once completed.
Elizabeth
Dec 12, 2024
Peter
Dec 07, 2024
Be prepares to have your breath taken away. Your guides and intrepid support team could not have done more to ensure the experience was the best.
Sam
Dec 06, 2024
Nathania
Dec 06, 2024
The trip was amazing! It has way exceeded my expectations. I probably wasn’t as fit as I wanted to be for the Inca trail, but it was enjoyable and our group, guides and porters were all wonderful and made it an unforgettable trip. Highly recommended 😃🤗❤️🙏🏻
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