Trailhead transport, lunch, dinner and the bus down to Aguas Calientes are included; a high level of fitness is required. 5 from 82 reviews at €847 per person for 4 days.
In our comparison: #14 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €847 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 82 of 82
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Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides, generous meals and organised camps; steep terrain and altitude make the trek strenuous.
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The Inca Trail 4-day trek is a famous hiking route in Peru that leads to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The trail covers approximately 42 kilometers (26 miles) and takes four days to complete. The trek passes through different terrains, including high-altitude mountains, cloud forests, and subtropical jungles.
The journey begins on km 82 and follows an ancient Inca road, passing through several archaeological sites, including the ruins of Llactapata, Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, and Wiñaywana. Along the trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes Mountains and the surrounding valleys.
During the trek, hikers will climb to the highest point of the trail, known as Dead Woman's Pass, which reaches an altitude of 4,215 meters (13,828 feet). On the final day of the trek, hikers walk to the Sun Gate, the entrance to the Machu Picchu Inca citadel, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the site and surrounding mountains.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #14 of 62 | €847 | 4 days | 5.0 (82) | shared |
| Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu – Return by Vistadome Train | €761 | 4 days | 4.99 (11636) | shared |
| 2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Vistadome & 4-Star Hotel | €533 | 2 days | 4.99 (4074) | shared |
| Inca Trail 4-Day 3-Night Trek to Machu Picchu with Expert Guides | €909 | 4 days | 4.99 (1069) | shared |
Ranked #14 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €428 to €5668, median €790; typical length 4 days. 16 of 62 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 62 Inca Trail Treks