Luxury Inca Trail
Tours made for you
Hike the Inca Trail
Embark on four days of trekking with private guides and porters
Stunning scenery
Trek through breathtaking mountain vistas and abundant greenery
Machu Picchu ruins
Marvel at the lost Incan city of Machu Picchu and learn about this ancient civilisation
The iconic route to Peru’s famous lost city of Machu Picchu
The most iconic walking route to the ruins of Machu Picchu, the Inca Trail is one of the most famous and beautiful treks in the world, and an essential element of Peru adventure travel. A luxury Inca Trail experience is one of the most immersive ways to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu. Follow in the footsteps of history, learning about the ancient Inca civilisation and the incredible stories preserved within this lost city.
Trek through the breathtaking scenery as your personal guides fill you in on the incredible history, legends and beliefs of the Incas perpetuated still today by the local Quechuan communities you’ll meet on the way. Trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu takes four days, following a sacred pilgrim path. Your journey involves visits to archaeological sites, dramatic mountain vistas and dense cloud forests rich in Andean flora and fauna, reaching Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate at sunrise on the final day.
Inca Trail trekking is extremely popular and has limited places – our experts make sure that your trek is comfortable and away from the crowds so that you can enjoy the scenery in a more mindful way. The camps you can choose to stay in range from deluxe tents to completely private set ups with an expert guide and porters to accompany you throughout the trek.
Highlights
Trek through some of Peru’s most beautiful landscapes, including dramatic mountains and verdant cloud forests
Take in the incredible sight of Machu Picchu bathed in the sunrise as you reach the Sun Gate at daybreak on your final day of trekking
Learn about the history of Incan civilisation and their customs and beliefs from your expert private guide
Trekking the Inca Trail is at the top of many people's bucket lists – and no wonder. This four day trek is well worth the effort, and the inspiring journey through Peru's mystical landscapes will stay with you forever.
Charles Kronsten
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation on the Inca Trail
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When to visit
The best time of year to trek the Inca Trail is the dry, winter season between May and October. The ground is dry and very little rainfall means conditions are comfortable. Avoid January and February as it’s too wet and the Inca Trail is closed.
The Inca Trail can get busy during Peru’s peak season of July and August. We recommend booking well in advance or visiting during the shoulder months of May, early June, September or October instead. Be sure to pack multiple layers as the temperatures cam vary greatly – early mornings are misty and cold, while typical midday temperatures are around 26°C (79°F).
Dry season
May–October
Inca Trail closed
February
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