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Inca Trail Express Overview

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      USD $971
      CAD $926
      AUD $896
      EUR €708
      GBP £566
      NZD $1,147
      ZAR R7,421
      CHF FR866
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Travel to Peru and discover ancient civilisations on the Inca Trail

Travel to Peru to retrace the steps of the Inca, Peru's fascinating ancient civilisation. Follow the Inca traditions from Cuzco, through the fertile heartland of the Sacred Valley and to the magnificent Ollantaytambo ruins, before the ultimate adventure - trekking Machu Picchu. This action-filled express Peruvian tour gets you closer to the secrets of this elusive civilisation on a breathtaking adventure along the Inca Trail.

  • Explore Cuzco's historic centre
  • Speak Quechua with the Sacred Valley locals
  • Trek the Inca trail, which once linked this ancient empire
  • See the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Peruse Peru’s colonial and Incan architecture

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Inca Trail Express Summary

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Day 1 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.

Day 2 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo

The Sacred Valley was once the heartland of the Inca Empire and now contains picturesque villages and impressive archeological sites. Located in the Urubamba Valley, the city of Ollantaytambo is an incredible archeological site and the starting point of the classic Inca Trail trek.

Days 3-6 Inca Trail/Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Winding around mountains, through valleys and up steep slopes, the iconic Inca Trail is a series of beautiful vistas and challenging hikes all the way to Machu Picchu. Built sometime in the 15th century and rediscovered in 1911, the staggering ruins of Machu Picchu were thought to be an estate for the Incan emperor, Pachacuti.

Day 7 Cuzco

A World Heritage site set amongst red-green hills with ruins scattered close by, Cuzco is impressive in every way - be it history, culture, nightlife or architecture.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Cuzco, Peru

  • Finish:

    Cuzco, Peru

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 16

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nts), Hotel (3 nts)

  • Transport:

    Minibus, Train

  • Included activities:

    4-day Inca Trail trek and Machu Picchu guided tour, Coca Museum, Leader-led walking tour, Sacred Valley community visit

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    407kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    A single supplement is available on this trip. On the following nights the single supplement is not available:

    Days 4-6 Inca Trail

    Inca Trail permits are sold on request basis only. Once deposit is paid and passport details provided, Intrepid 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 Inca Quarry Trail instead.

    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 Inca Quarry Trail.

    Should you choose not to hike at all, please let us know in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.

    Important information regarding new regulations and booking procedures for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

  • Total price from

    USD $971
    CAD $926
    AUD $896
    EUR €708
    GBP £566
    NZD $1,147
    ZAR R7,421
    CHF FR866
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions

  • Per day from:

    USD $138
    CAD $132
    AUD $128
    EUR €101
    GBP £80
    NZD $163
    ZAR R1,060
    CHF FR123
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    • GGTA
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $971
      CAD $926
      AUD $896
      EUR €708
      GBP £566
      NZD $1,147
      ZAR R7,421
      CHF FR866
      *
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You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Inca Trail permits are available. You can book your trip for this date.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!