Adventure Trekking Tours
Inca Trail (Classic) 4D/3N Group Tour
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Up to 12
- Challenging
Inca Trail Availability & Permits
The Inca Trail is one of the most popular treks in the world, and as such, availability is limited. If you are planning to hike the Inca Trail, it is important to book your trip well in advance. The availability of the Inca Trail is affected by a number of factors, including the time of year, the number of people in your group, and the number of spaces regulated by the Peruvian state.
Only 500 trekking permits are issued per day for Inca Trail treks annually; Inca Trail permits are also required for your travel team such as porters, cooks, and guides; therefore, booking the Inca Trail in advance is essential. because there are multiple needs, to take care of, there is no set amount of time in advance that you must book and guarantee an Inca Trail to Machu Picchu entrance ticket.
The best time to hike the Inca Trail is the dry season, which runs from May to September. It is also the busiest time of the year, so it is important to book your trip as far in advance as possible.
Don’t wait until next year – book now to ensure you get your preferred start date.
WHY CHOOSE US?
Alpaca Expeditions is the number one tour operator for treks and tours to Machu Picchu and all-around Peru. Located in Cusco, Peru, we pride ourselves on our dedication to our clients, creating unique adventures and tailor-made tours all led by the most professional guides. We are lucky to have the best clients, who love to share about their experiences and have helped us maintain the number 1 spot on TripAdvisor for 5 years with more than double the amount of positive experiences than any other company.
CHECK THE INCA TRAIL AVAILABILITY 2025 - 2026 FOR THE 4, 5, 7 DAYS
The Availability mentioned below is for all Inca trail treks to Machu Picchu, you can choose the best date that fits in your traveling schedule since we have daily departures, we only need two people as a minimum to depart and if you are single traveler contact us and we will be able to accommodate you with one of our set groups.
HOW DO I GET AN INCA TRAIL PERMIT?
- Check the calendar below for availability, then click the “book now” button to get started.
- Fill out your personal information and select the type of service and number of passengers for your trip.
- You can also add extra services such as Huayna Picchu tickets, Machu Picchu Mountain tickets, and the ability to upgrade your train tickets.
- Review and accept our service policies before submitting the form; after submitting the form, you will have the option to pay USD 200 per person via PayPal.
- Our commercial department will send you an email confirming your reservation after you make it.
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CHECK INCA TRAIL AVAILABILITY
Make sure the government still has permits available for your start date.
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CHECK WITH US
Confirm Inca trail availability with our sales team via chat, email, or phone that your start date is available.
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Permits sell out months in advance; book early! Reservations based on Inca Trail availability are now open.
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CHOOSE YOUR BEST OPTION
In this video, we’ll be taking a look at one of the most popular hiking trails in the world – the Inca Trail!
The Inca Trail is a world-famous hiking trail that leads to the lost city of Machu Picchu in Peru. The trail is about 26 miles (42 kilometers) long, and it takes four days to hike from start to finish.
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Video
If you’re planning on hiking the Inca Trail, it’s important to have a good map. There are plenty of resources available online and in stores, but we’ve found that the best way to get a feel for the trail is to use an Inca Trail hikers map.
This map was created by an Alpaca Expeditions hiker who has completed the trail and provides detailed information on the different sections of the trail. It also includes recommendations on where to stop along the way and what to see.
We’ve detailed our own Inca Trail plan below, and this is the type of itinerary you may expect (note that this only applies to the days spent hiking, not the days spent traveling to/from Cusco and Ollantaytambo).
Day 1: In the morning, go from Ollantaytambo to km.82 and climb to the campground.
Distance: Approx. 8.7 miles/ 14 km
Elevation: 3,300 metres/10829 ft
Difficulty: Moderate dificult day.
Day 2: Early start to hike through cloud forest, up to Dead Woman’s Pass, and back down.
Distance: Approx. 7.5 miles/ 12km
Elevation: 3,600 metres / 11800 ft
Difficulty: Challenging day.
Day 3: Early rise to hike the most photogenic section of the Trail.
Distance: Approx. 9.9 miles/ 16 km
Elevation: 3,680 metres / 8792 ft
Difficulty: Moderate.
Day 4: Early morning (3 a.m.) departure to reach the entry checkpoint and hike for 1-2 hours to the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu.
Distance: Approx. 3.1 miles/ 5 km
Difficulty: You’re halfway at Machu Picchu, and you should be hopping, skipping, and jumping your way there!
HEALTH + SAFETY ON THE INCA TRAIL
SATELLITE PHONES
Our top goal is your safety, so we’ve invested in dependable satellite phones, which are one of the most vital instruments for any operator running treks into the Andes. This means that every guide on one of our treks will have a fully charged satellite phone, which our clients can use at any time.
Medical Procedures and First Aid
Every Alpaca Expeditions guide is equipped with an oximeter and will monitor your condition as you ascend in elevation.
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Our Porters represent the Peruvian people, both men, and women who are at the heart of our company. It is not possible to create the experience we pro
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Trekking along the mountain on your way to conquer Machu Picchu is a once in a lifetime experience. Which won’t be possible to be done without our s
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PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS
Please know that if you are booking with a passport that is set to expire within 06 months of your planned entry date to Peru, you will be required to renew your passport before coming to Peru. Peru authorities will not grant you entry to the country otherwise.
If you are booking your trek with us, and this is your case, please know you will be able to book with us to secure your Inca Trail permits and tickets to Machu Picchu. However, you will be required to renew your passport and update your passport details with us prior to your trip to Peru. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of your reserved permits, and tickets to Machu Picchu.
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Alpaca Expeditions Recognitions
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
In the pursuit to stand out from the rest, Alpaca Expeditions has obtained four ISOs plus our carbon footprint certificate to date. These achievements result from our efforts to implement the internationally-recognized integrated management system. They also represent our commitment to all of our clients and staff of operating sustainability and responsibility in every way possible.
World Travel Awards
Alpaca Expeditions is internationally recognized as a leading tourism company in Peru. As proof, we have been awarded the World Travel Award for Peru´s Best Tour Operator 2021 for the second time.
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Our goal at Alpaca Expeditions is to create the best experience for all of our clients. We create journeys that are to be remembered for a lifetime. Journeys you can be proud of and can share with everybody around you.
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Porters will carry up to 7 kg of your personal items, which must include your sleeping bag and air mat (if you bring or rent one). From us, these two items weigh a combined total of 3.5 kg.
