{"id":8104,"date":"2025-03-28T11:28:19","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T11:28:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/?p=8104"},"modified":"2026-08-21T03:38:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T03:38:55","slug":"classic-inca-trail-4-days-3-nights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/en\/classic-inca-trail-4-days-3-nights\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Inca Trail 4 Days 3 Nights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Classic Inca Trail (4 days, 3 nights)<\/strong> is the most famous trek to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pachaexpeditions.com\/travel-to-machu-picchu\/machu-picchu-full-day-tour\/\">Machu Picchu<\/a><\/strong> and one of the most iconic hiking experiences in the world. It follows the ancient paths built by the Incas, passing through stunning Andean landscapes, cloud forests, and Inca ruins before reaching the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) at sunrise on the final day, revealing a breathtaking first view of Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a 43-kilometer hike that follows part of the ancient trail system of the Inca Empire (Qhapaq \u00d1an), ending at the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu. Over four days, hikers traverse diverse ecosystems, from cloud forests to high mountains, while visiting important Inca archaeological sites that can only be seen by hiking this route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inca trail 4 days is the most representative of those that exist in the city of Cusco and the Andes, the Wonder of the World. 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A steep climb leads to the highest point of the trail, followed by a descent into the <strong>Pacaymayo Valley<\/strong> for camping.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">03 Day : Pacaymayo \u2013 Wi\u00f1ay Wayna<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trek Distance:<\/strong> ~16 km (10 miles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Altitude:<\/strong> 3,600 m (11,811 ft) at <strong>Runkurakay Pass<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights:<\/strong> Visit several Inca ruins (<strong>Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca<\/strong>) and descend through cloud forests to <strong>Wi\u00f1ay Wayna<\/strong>, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">04 Day : Wi\u00f1ay Wayna \u2013 Machu Picchu \u2013 Cusco<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trek Distance:<\/strong> ~5 km (3 miles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Altitude:<\/strong> 2,430 m (7,972 ft) at <strong>Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights:<\/strong> Early morning hike to <strong>Inti Punku (Sun Gate)<\/strong> for the first sunrise view of Machu Picchu, followed by a guided tour. Then, return to Cusco by train. Finish our inca trail 4 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"itinerary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">01 Day: Cusco \u2013 KM 82 \u2013 Wayllabamba (or Ayapata)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will pick you up from your hotel between 5:00 and 6:00 a.m. and travel by bus to Piskacucho (kilometer 82), where the trail begins. We will make a brief stop in the town of Ollantaytambo for about 30 minutes for breakfast, restroom use, and any last-minute shopping before starting the hike. Upon arrival at kilometer 82, you will need to show your original passport (or your student ID if you are paying the student rate). To begin the trail (2720m \/ 8923ft).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will cross the Urubamba River and follow the route to the right. The first day is relatively easy (a warm-up). Along the way, we'll observe a variety of local flora and fauna, as well as different structures, the Inca fortress ('Huillca Raccay'), the Inca city of Llactapata (officially called 'Patallacta'), the Urubamba mountain range that divides the rainforest from the Andes, and the beautiful snow-capped mountain 'W'akay Willca' (5860m\/19225ft), known in books as Veronica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our first campsite will be near the village of Wayllabamba (3000m\/9842ft) in the valley of the same name. The temperature at night is generally around 10\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meals: Lunch, snack, tea, and dinner.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation: Camping facilities.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance: 12km<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty: Easy\/Moderate.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"843\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-2025-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"829\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-porter-768x424.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1185\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability.jpg 1185w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability-1024x532.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/inca-trail-availability-768x399.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1185px) 100vw, 1185px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">02 Day: Wayllabamba \u2013 Dead Woman\u2019s Pass \u2013 Pacaymayo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today we'll wake up early (6:00 a.m.), and after breakfast, we'll begin a steep ascent to the highest point of this trek (Abra de Warmiwa\u00f1usca \/ Dead Woman's Pass \u2013 4200 m \/ 13779 ft). Today we'll climb 1200 m \/ 3936 ft, and it will be a real challenge! After a rest, we'll begin the descent to the Pacaymayo campsite (3550 m \/ 11646 ft), where we'll have lunch and dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the way to the pass, we'll observe numerous hummingbirds and other birds. We'll also have time to appreciate an incredible variety of endemic plants and trees, such as the queu\u00f1a tree (Polylepis), which grows in the stunning cloud forest located at 3650 m \/ 11972 ft. The temperature at this campsite is around 6\u00b0C at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meals: Breakfast, water, lunch, snack, tea, and dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accommodation: Camping facilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distance: 11 km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: Moderate\/Challenging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Inca-Trail-camping.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">03 Day: Pacaymayo \u2013 Phuyupatamarca \u2013 Wi\u00f1ay Wayna.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the most impressive day of the trip. We wake up for breakfast at 6:00 and begin the day with a climb to visit the archaeological site of Runkuracay and reach the second highest point of the trail (Runkurakay Pass \u2013 4000 m\/13123 ft). Here, we'll have beautiful views of the mountains and surrounding area. Then, we'll begin a descent from the pass towards the Inca archaeological site of Sayacmarca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After this site, the route continues through a magnificent cloud forest, and we begin another ascent to the third highest point (3680 m\/12073 ft). The scenery along this part of the route and the views from the third pass are exceptionally enchanting. Here we will visit the archaeological site of Phuyupatamarca (meaning 'City of the Clouds'), located a short walk from the third pass. After visiting the site, we continue hiking down a steep slope through the cloud forest towards Inti Pata, an Inca agricultural site, and arrive at our campsite at Wi\u00f1ay Wayna (2680m\/8792 ft).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short distance from this campsite is the Inca site of the same name, Wi\u00f1ay Wayna ('Forever Young'). Even if you are tired, after a short rest you can visit it, as it is a very beautiful place with lovely views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meals: Breakfast, water, lunch, snack, tea, and dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accommodation: Camping facilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distance: 15km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: Moderate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/short-inca-trail-2-days.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">04 Day: Wi\u00f1ay Wayna \u2013 Sun Gate \u2013 Machu Picchu \u2013 Return to Cusco.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On this final day, we'll have an early breakfast (4:00 a.m.). Afterward, we'll head to the checkpoint, which opens at 5:30 a.m. From there, we'll begin our 1.5-hour hike to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) (2730 m\/8792 ft). Here, you'll enjoy your first views of the city of Machu Picchu (2400 m\/7873 ft) and the sunrise. We'll continue the final stretch of the trail to the guardhouse, where you can take the classic photo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, you'll visit Machu Picchu. Your guide will lead you on a guided tour (approximately 2 hours) to see the most important sites of the city. Afterward, you'll continue to the town of Aguas Calientes. Here, you have two options: walk or take the bus. You'll have time for lunch and to receive your train ticket back to Cusco. This concludes our 4-day Inca Trail trek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-7b0431f3-4c9a-4190-b4e2-9b154330f542 advgb-list advgb-list-yes\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-advgb-list-item\">Meals: Breakfast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-advgb-list-item\">Distance: 6 km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-advgb-list-item\">Difficulty: Easy<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The train service is included in all tours (Expedition to Ollantaytambo) and the bus to Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*If you wish to stay an extra night in Aguas Calientes, you must inform us in advance so we can arrange your hotel and adjust your return train service. The campsites mentioned in the program are for reference only, as they depend on the time and date of your reservation and the availability of the Ministry of Culture - Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The train service that includes all the tours (the Expedition to Ollanta) and bus to Cusco. * If you want to stay an extra night in Aguas Calientes you have to tell us in advance to arrange your hotel and change the return train service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/availability-wayna-picchu-mountain\/\">CONDITIONS FOR THE MOUNTAIN MACHU PICCHU AND HUAYNA PICCHU.<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/booking-policies\/\">Reservation &amp; Booking Policies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"inclusions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inclusions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>OUR SERVICE INCLUDES:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-check\">\n<li>Professional, bilingual guide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collection hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return transportation (bus to the start of the route and tourist train to Ollanta)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrance to Machu Picchu - Optional (Huayna picchu \/ Machu Picchu)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 snacks (hot drinks, biscuits and popcorn), 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners (breakfast on day 1 and dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes are not included)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adventure equipment: tents, dining tents, kitchen tents, tables and chairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook for meal preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 person Tents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping mats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porters (they carry cooking and camping equipment)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cold water bottles for days 3 and 4.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled oxygen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First aid box<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetarian diet available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snacks for the trail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bus down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train back to Ollantaytambo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bus service from Ollantaytambo to Cusco (Hotel)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>NOT INCLUDED:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-no-check\">\n<li>Breakfast first day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch last day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips Guide and service staff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Train schedules are subject to depending on Peru rail on schedule and availability changes. The train can be changed to Vista dome + 90 US (bigger than the expedition train windows) with an increase in price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"should-bring\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should Bring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT YOU NEED TO TAKE:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Original passport and student card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insurance card is essential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping bag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiking boots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waterproof jacket \/ rain poncho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hat and gloves comfortable pants shirts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun hat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunscreen factor 70<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insect repellent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water purification tablets (Micropur recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal medication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camera and battery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flashlight with extra batteries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>OPTIONAL TO TAKE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shorts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking Stick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plasters and bandages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flips flops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra money<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimsuit for hot springs in Aguas Calientes - not included in price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>OPTIONAL SERVICES (NOT INCLUDED):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sleeping bag (U$:25)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking Stick (U$.15)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small day backpack (U$.40)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"price\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IMPORTANT:<\/strong> Prices depend on the service you hire and the number of people. You have to be flexible with your travel dates (giving alternatives of 1 or 2 days on each side of the preferred date), the availability for specific dates can change quickly, since there are only 500 spaces on the Inca Trail per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prices: Season 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Group Service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>U$. 775 Per Person (Group Service)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U$: 990 Per Person ( Private Service)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Group versus Private Treks: What\u2019s the difference?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Depending on the number of people in your booking, additional people may join the trek to make a full group.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you choose \u201cprivate\u201d, no additional people will be joining your group, no matter the size.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum booking size is 02 people;<\/strong>&nbsp;one person may book a group trek if Salkantay Expeditions, is able to join that person with additional groups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discounts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Student Discount (only with active card): US$.20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under 18 years Discount: US$.20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/booking-policies\/\">**visit our secure payment methods<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"acomodation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acomodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inca Trail 4 Days Our Camping Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2256\" height=\"1504\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528.jpg\" alt=\"inca trail 4 days\" class=\"wp-image-9937\" style=\"width:312px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528.jpg 2256w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7528-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2256px) 100vw, 2256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wayllabamba, Our camp, with a breathtaking view of the snow-capped Veronica mountain, is where you can connect your mind with nature. At this camp, you can enjoy all the comforts that nature offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meals: Lunch \u2013 tea \u2013 dinner<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation: Camping facilities<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum altitude: 3150 m<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time: 5h approximately<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty: Moderate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2256\" height=\"1504\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565.jpg\" alt=\"inca trail 4 days\" class=\"wp-image-9927\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.500033482890243;width:325px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565.jpg 2256w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_7565-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2256px) 100vw, 2256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pacaymayo, The second campsite, located in the middle of the mountains, very close to the Pacaymayo River, will offer panoramic views of the Vilcanota mountain range, and we can also enjoy the local vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meals: Breakfast - lunch - tea - dinner<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation: Camping facilities<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minimum altitude: 3620 m<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time: 7h about<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficult: challenge<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2256\" height=\"1504\" src=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803.jpg\" alt=\"inca trail 4 days\" class=\"wp-image-9929\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5000683340166736;width:318px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803.jpg 2256w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/salkantayexpeditions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_4803-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2256px) 100vw, 2256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wi\u00f1aywayna, this last camp, very close to the Inca city of Machu Picchu, at an altitude of 2600m, offers unique views of the surrounding landscape and the Wi\u00f1aywayna archaeological complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meals: Breakfast<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation: Camping facilities<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum height: 2.600.m<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty: Easy<\/strong>\/Moderate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<style class=\"advgb-styles-renderer\">.wp-block-advgb-list ul.advgblist-7b0431f3-4c9a-4190-b4e2-9b154330f542 > li{font-size:16px;}.wp-block-advgb-list ul.advgblist-7b0431f3-4c9a-4190-b4e2-9b154330f542 > li{padding-left:18px;margin-left:0;}.wp-block-advgb-list ul.advgblist-7b0431f3-4c9a-4190-b4e2-9b154330f542 > li:before{font-size:16px;color:#000;line-height:18px;margin:2px;padding:2px;margin-left:-20px}<\/style>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Classic Inca Trail (4 days, 3 nights) is the most famous trek to Machu Picchu and one of the most iconic hiking experiences in the world. 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