Exclusive, prestigious luxury Inca Trail trek complete with luxury perks like state-of-the-art camping equipment, highly experienced massage therapists, hot showers, five star culinary chef, outstanding gourmet menus, private toilet tents and a number of other much appreciated details. Groups are privately run and custom-designed to fit your needs.

Minimum: 2 people These services are arranged just for you and your party, and offer the possibility to choose the departure date, the group size and the duration of the trek. This not only has the advantage of adapting the pace to your physical condition, but also usually means enjoying quieter campsites and meeting less travelers along the route. All private groups include additional services, such as extra porters/wranglers to carry your personal gear, among other benefits.

Luxury Inca Trail Machu Picchu Guide

The Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu is by far the most famous trek in South America and is rated by many to be in the top five treks in the world. Because of its popularity, and because only 400 permits (people including guides) are allowed on the trail per day, it is recommended that you book your Inca Trail trek early, six months in advance to guarantee your spot. With hundreds to choose from, choosing a guide for your Inca Trail to Machu Picchu can be difficult. PAP Adventures stands apart from the rest. Their chefs have attended culinary training, and will amaze you with their artful presentation of food in the remotest of places. You will not find a more delicious meal on the Inca Trail. PAP is a locally owned and managed tour operator.

BOOK LUXURY INCA TRAIL TREK

Luxury Inca Trail Tour Itinerary:

Days: 4
Difficulty: Moderate
Activity: Hiking/Trekking
Highest Altitude: 13,770 ft (4200 meters)
When to hike Machu Picchu: March to December
Closest airport to Machu Picchu: Cusco airport (CUZ)
Cusco Altitude: 11,200 ft.

Day 1 Cusco- Huayllabamba
A two hour ride by private bus takes us to the town of Ollantaytambo, where we stop for 30 minutes to buy any last minute items. We then continue to Km 82, the start of the trail. We will hike 5 or 6 hours to the village of Huayllabamba where we camp for the night. Total distance: 12km Estimated walking time: 5-6 hours Maximum altitude: 3,000 m (9,840 ft) Campsite altitude: 3,000 m (9,840 ft)

Day 2 Huayllabamba-Pacamayo
A steep climb takes us through cloud forest and up to Llulluchapampa where we will stop for a break. We continue to the Warmiwanusca pass (4 200 m) (13 770 ft.), the highest point of our trek some 5 hours from camp. After the pass we descend for two hours to Pacamayo where we camp. Total distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours Maximum altitude: 4,200 m (13,770 ft) Campsite altitude: 3,500 m (11,480 ft)

Day 3 Pacamayo-Winay Wayna
Day 3: Pacamayo-Winay Wayna At 7:00a.m.we begin to climb once again to the second pass at (3,800m.s.n.m.)(12,470ft.) from where should have fantastic views of Pumasillo mountain. Half way up our climb we stop for a tour of Runcuracay archaeological complex. Descending from the pass we notice the vegetation becoming more tropical. Our descent takes us to the Inca town of Sayacmarca set in a stunning location between two valleys. The trail then climbs gently passing though high jungle laced with orchids and paradise flowers. If we are lucky we may see some of the many colourful species of birds to be found here. Our trail takes us through the Inca tunnel before arriving at our third pass (3,600m.s.n.m.)(11,800ft.) on a clear day we have good views of Salkantay mountain. From this our last pass, we visit the site of Phuyupatamarca before beginning our long descent down the famous Inca steps and onto our campsite at Winay Wayna. If we arrive in sufficient time we can visit the spectacular Inca terraces here before treating ourselves to a well earned cold beer. Total distance: 16 km (10miles) Estimated walking time: 8 hours Maximum altitude point: 3,800 m (12,470 ft) Campsite altitude: 2,650 m (8,700 ft)

Day 4: Winay Wayna-Machu Picchu-Cusco
Rising early we walk a final hour to arrive at the Sun Gate and our first view of Machu Picchu We will arrive well to allow us to explore this magnificent site before the majority of tourists. After a guided tour of the site we take the bus down to Aguas Calientes in time to take the afternoon train to Cusco. Total distance: 5 km (3miles) Estimated walking time: 2 hours Maximum altitude point: 2,700 m (8,860 ft) Campsite altitude: 2,400 m (7,870 ft)

** Note: The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu has A LOT of steps, approximately 1,500 steps. The steps are of varying sizes, small to large, uneven and jagged. The steps are both ascending and descending. Trekking poles with rubber tips or sticks can be useful to alleviate knee pain. Trekking poles without rubber tips are NOT allowed on the Inca Trail as it is very important to not cause damage to the stone paving along the Inca Trail. **

It is suggested that you arrive in Cusco at least two or three days before your trek to allow yourself time to acclimatize. The more acclimatized you are, the more you will enjoy the trek.

Pre- trek briefing with guide on eve of departure
Professional bilingual tour guide
Entrance fees for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
Transportation from hotel to start of trail and from Machu Picchu back to Cusco
Cook, dining tent, table, chairs and latrine tent
Qualified local guides and porters to carry supplies and camping equipment
Drinking water on trail
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 afternoon teas and 3 dinners
Good quality two man tents
First aid kit and emergency oxygen
Basic Foam sleeping mat
One porter to carry 6kg per hiker

Flight
Tip for guide(s), cook(s) and porters: A good rule of thumb is approximately $10 - 15 dollars per day per hiker for the porters. That is a total of $40-$60 per hiker, for a 4 day hike.
Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch Day 4
Optional shower at camp 3 (5 soles)
Sleeping Bag Hire: $20 per hiker to be paid on-site
More comfortable inflatable mattress hire: $15 per hiker to be paid on-site
Travel Insurance
Emergency evacuation to local hospital if needed
Train ride and hotel overnight, if you need to leave the trail early and are not feeling well.
In case of emergencies: bring an extra $200 and a credit card

Inca Trail Packing List

IMPORTANT: A permit cannot be obtained without information of the passport holder as permits are individualized with passport details. They cannot be transferred to another passenger. If one digit is incorrect in the passport details or the name does not match that indicated in the passport you risk being refused entrance at the trail head with no refund or chance to transfer dates. If for any reason you organize a NEW PASSPORT after we have purchased your permits,… you must bring with you the original old passport along with your new passport on the trail or a clear copy. If not the control will refuse your entrance. Permits are non-refundable, dates are non-transferrable. If you need to change the date of your Machu Picchu trip, Inca trail permits must be re-purchased at $250.00 USD per hiker. If you decide to cancel your Machu Picchu trip, deposit is non-refundable.

First Name :
Last Name :
Passport Number : (this must be filled in correctly)
Passport Nationality :
Age:
Email :
Phone contact in matters of Urgency :

Additional information needed at booking:
Please notify us if you have special dietary restrictions and will be renting a sleeping bag and/or inflatable mattress pad.

Cusco Hotel Address and Phone Number for pickup and drop-off
Personal global phone number (if available)
Final/full payment is due 30 days before trip

Passport valid 6 months after trip date and that matches what was provided to purchase Inca Trail permit.
Copy of traveler's insurance to provide to the guides for their records.
Failure to provide either one of these, can, and has, resulted in travellers being unable to continue on tour, so don't leave home without it.

Travel Guard offers competitive plans. Insurance items to include: emergency evacation, medical, trip interruption, baggage delay, and adventure sports waiver. The adventure sports waiver insurance covers high-alitude hiking.

Luxury Machu Picchu Hotel:

For a real treat after your hike, stay overnight at the only hotel on the grounds of Machu Picchu: The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge at Machu Picchu.

Luxury Cusco Hotels:

Hotel Monasterio - 5 stars, historic monastery (pictured below)

Palacio del Inka - 5 stars, luxury hotel
JW Marriot - 5 stars
Fallen Angel - Small luxury guest house - 5 stars

Getting to Machu Picchu: For the airport closest to Machu Picchu, airlines, and other info related to Machu Picchu Peru: View the Peru destination guide.