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Classic Inca Trail To Machu Picchu 4 Days And 3 Nights 2026

5.0 · 96 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Action Peru Treks Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
4 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
04:30, 05:00 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Follow paved Inca paths past ruins and over mountain passes to Machu Picchu.

Transport, tents shared by two, mattresses, meals and porters for camping equipment are included; sleeping bags and hiking poles cost extra. 4.99 from 96 reviews at €811 per person for 4 days.

In our comparison: #15 of 62 in Inca Trail Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €811 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Private transportation
  • Sleeping tents and mattress – Four person tent for every two people
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Support staff including professional cooks and porters to carry all the camping equipment
  • Breakfast
  • Tour Guide
  • Pre trek briefing
  • Emergency supplies, including first aid kit, oxygen, and emergency radios
  • Sleeping Bag – can be rented from us
  • Hiking poles – can be rented from us
  • Tips
  • Personal Porter

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.

Reviews

5.0
96 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 96 of 96

Star breakdown of all 96 ratings

5 stars
95 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, porters and trail meals; the trek can be physically demanding.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides explain Inca sites and share local cultural insights
  • Helpful porters carry equipment and make camps comfortable
  • Tasty trail meals that cater for vegetarian and other dietary needs
  • Responsive booking communication and clear preparation advice
  • Patient encouragement and a pace adjusted to hikers' needs

Complaints

  • The hiking is physically demanding and leaves some guests tired
  • Some hikers struggle with the altitude

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (15 March 2022 to 24 May 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
04:30, 05:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Action Peru Treks; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Camera with spare batteries (batteries run down faster at high altitudes)

Children

  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK

Good to know

  • Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Inca Trail Treks

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #15 of 62€8114 days4.99 (96)shared
Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu – Return by Vistadome Train€7614 days4.99 (11636)shared
2-Day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – Vistadome & 4-Star Hotel€5332 days4.99 (4074)shared
Inca Trail 4-Day 3-Night Trek to Machu Picchu with Expert Guides€9094 days4.99 (1069)shared

Ranked #15 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

From €811 per adult