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The Machu Picchu 4 day hike is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It’s physically challenging yet mesmerizing, walking around 6-7 hours a day and it’s 44 km in length. This trek has been hand-crafted for those people who want to get to Machu Picchu along the incredible ancient Inca route. You also visit Inca ruins along the way, as well as breathtaking scenery.
The famed day trip Machu Picchu 4 day Hike is the world wide renowned, pinnacle of the Incan culture
You will be surrounded by the awesome beauty of nature in the Sacred Valley as you march toward the peak
Challenge yourself as you take in the nature wonders that surround the rolling hills
Engage, firsthand, with the outstanding local culture and customs of the Incas
Enjoy delicious meals at incredible ancient ruins and among breathtaking scenery, along this epic route
DAY 1-CUSCO |KM 82 | WAYLLABAMBA
After a nutritious breakfast, you will leave your hotel in Cusco. In tandem with your tour guide, you will travel on a private van toward the start the Machu Picchu 4 day hike. This starting point is the village of Piscacucho, which is 82km away. Here you begin your expedition at 2400 m.a.s.l. and you will ascend smoothly toward the ancient archaeological ruins of Llactapata (2650 m.a.s.l.). And after another 2 hours of enthralling trekking, you end up at the famed archaeological site of Wayllabamba. Finally, setting up camp and enjoying a delicious, well-earned dinner will be served and you will spend the night here.
Hiking time: 5 – 6 hours
Kilometers covered: 12 km. (7.5 mi.)
Low point: 2’600 m./8’228 ft. – High point: 3’000 m./9’842 ft.
DAY 2-WAYLLABAMBA| WARMIWAÑUSKA| PACAYMAYU
You’ll start your day with another delicious breakfast. You will head off early towards the highest point on the Inca trail, the Warmiwañuska Pass. After approximately 3 hours of trekking the Warmiwañuska Pass, also known as “The Dead Woman Pass” (4215 m.a.s.l.), will be finally within reach. After lunch, you will ascend once more up until the Pacaymayu Gorge, where you will set up the campsite, eat dinner, and rest for the night.
Hiking time: 7 – 8 hours
Kilometers covered: 16 km. (9.9 mi.)
Low point: 3’000 m./9’842 ft. – High point: 4’215 m./13’828 ft.
DAY 3-PACAYMAYU| WIÑAYWAYNA
The third day of the Machu Picchu 4 day hike is long but beautiful. Here you will find the stunning archaeological remains of Runkuracay (3800 m.a.s.l). From Conchamarca you will see the village of Phuyupatamarca, otherwise known as the ‘town above the clouds’ (3665 m.a.s.l.). Afterwards, you will take the stone steps (around 2000 steps), until you reach Wiñaywayna Citadel “Forever Young” (2700 m.a.s.l.) to finish the day. Finally, you arrive to your campsite to eat, relax and get some sleep ahead of the final day.
Hiking time: 8 – 10 hours
Kilometers covered: 16 km. (9.9 mi.)
Low point: 2’650 m./8’694 ft. – High point: 3’900 m./12’467 ft.
DAY 4-WIÑAYWAYNA | MACHU PICCHU | CUSCO
You will begin the day very early and enjoy yet another delightful breakfast. Afterwards, you will walk for approximately 3 hours, trekking around 6 km until the next point. Thereafter, you will arrive at the ‘Sun Gate’ Inti Punku (2490 m.a.s.l). The Machu Picchu Citadel (2430 m.a.s.l) is finally visible. Upon arrival in the Machu Picchu Citadel, you will undertake a guided tour for approximately 2 hours. After you will have lunch in Aguas Calientes and then, you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, a private van will be waiting fro you at the train station and will drive you to your hotel in Cusco.
Hiking time: 3 – 4 hours
Kilometers covered: 6 km. (3.7 mi.)
Low point: 2’030 m./6’658 ft. – High point: 3’700 m./12’140 ft.
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When you book the Inca Trail, you gain access to the Circuit 5 of Machu Picchu, offering extensive exploration of this iconic site. If you wish to extend your visit, additional options are available at the time of booking. For more details on Machu Picchu circuits, please refer to the following link.
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Altitude sickness can affect trekkers at higher elevations, especially during the Machu Picchu 4-day hike, which reaches altitudes of up to 4,215 meters (13,829 feet) at the highest point. Acclimatization is key to preventing and managing altitude sickness. The itinerary is carefully designed to allow gradual adaptation, with strategic stops at different altitudes. Adequate hydration and proper rest are crucial throughout the trek to minimize the effects of altitude and ensure a safer and more enjoyable journey.
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Katherine was incredibly accommodating and communicative in regards to my trip. I booked my trip back in December 2019 to take place in April 2020, and then the pandemic hit. She honored the rates quoted four years ago for this trip and advised me well on best options. A couple of issues had popped up regarding guides not being able to make settled-upon-dates and Katherine always had solid options and solutions. The trip itself was once in a lifetime – the 4 day trek was the right level of challenging and interesting, the 3 days in the Amazon were mind-blowing. I highly recommend booking your next Peruvian adventure through Katherine and PIE!