Embark on the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days 4 nights adventure to Machu Picchu, where history meets comfort in the heart of the breathtaking Andes. This one-of-a-kind experience blends thrilling exploration, fascinating Inca heritage, and the finest luxury touches, creating memories you’ll treasure forever. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, and world-class service as you journey to the iconic Machu Picchu in ultimate style.
Luxury Inca Trail 5 Days: The Ultimate Adventure in Style
Elevate your journey to Machu Picchu with the Luxury Inca Trail 5 Days, where adventure meets indulgence. This exclusive experience combines the iconic Inca Trail with luxurious amenities and personalized service. Hike through breathtaking landscapes, explore ancient Inca ruins, and enjoy the best of Peruvian hospitality every step of the way. From gourmet meals to Inca massages and luxury camping, this tour redefines trekking.
Why Choose the Luxury Inca Trail 5 Days?
- Exclusive Team: A dedicated team of professional guides, expert chefs, and skilled porters ensure your trek is unforgettable.
- Luxury Camping: Sleep comfortably in queen or twin-size cots, dine at full tables, and relax with hot showers and private facilities.
- Unforgettable Views: Witness both sunset and sunrise at Machu Picchu for a truly magical experience.
- Peruvian Gourmet Cuisine: Savor freshly prepared dishes crafted by local chefs using the finest ingredients.
- Inca Massage & Pachamama Ceremony: Rejuvenate with traditional massages and connect with nature through a spiritual ceremony.
Luxury Inca Trail 5 Days at a Glance
Day 1: Cusco – Km 82 – Llactapata – Wayllabamba
Pick you up from your hotel at 6:30 am and drive to KM. 82, the beginning of the Inca Trail. After breakfast, pass the checkpoint, and you will start hiking for 6 hours to the campsite located at Wayllabamba Village (3000 m / 9843 ft.)
Day 2: Wayllabamba – Warmiwañuska – Pacaymayu
Wake up with a cup of coffee or tea in your hotel and get ready for the most challenging day of the trek. You will start with a 4-hour ascend to Llulluchapampa for lunch (3800m /12467 ft). After lunch, it is another 2-hour uphill to Dead Woman’s Pass (4215m / 13829ft). Once on top, you will take some time to explore and enjoy the vistas before going down for 2-hours to the base camp.
Day 3: Pacaymayu – Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca
After breakfast, you will ascend to the second mountain called RuncuRaccay pass (4000m – 13123ft) for 2 hours and then another 4 hours to the 3rd campsite. Along the way, you will visit several archeological sites, RuncuRaccay, Sayacmarca., Conchamarca, and camp at Phuyupatamarca. Perfect place to stargaze!
Day 4: Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu Pueblo
Phuyupatamarca offers the best views of the whole Inca Trail; you will witness a spectacular sunrise over the mountain. Next, you will begin a 6-hour hike to Machu Picchu. You will visit the Intipata Inca site, Wiñaywayna, and arrive at the Sungate, from where you will have a unique view of Machu Picchu. Spend in a Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 5: Machu Picchu (Lost City of The Incas) – Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu. The citadel’s guided tour takes about 3 to 4 hours, visiting Machu Picchu’s best climb, Huayna Picchu (optional). Lunch is in Machu Picchu hotel. Later, take the Exclusive Panoramic train back to Cusco.
Included:
- Safety briefing the day before the tour at 6:00 pm in your hotel
- Pick up from your hotel on the morning of the tour
- All transportation during the duration of the trek
- Duffle bags up to 15 kilos for your stuff to be carried by porters
- Professional, highly trained mountain tour guides
- Experience chefs, porters
- 3 nights camping in the mountains with luxury equipment
- Hot showers and private toilet tents
- One night 4-star hotel in Agua Calientes (Tierra Viva or similar)
- All meals during the trek with local ingredients
- Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- Bus down to Aguas Calientes from Machu Picchu
- Airbed, camping cots, and all camping equipment
- Last day Lunch at Machu Picchu at Tinkuy restaurant
- Panoramic Exclusive train on the last day to come back to Cusco
Not Included:
- Travel Insurance
- First Breakfast, Last day Dinner
- Tips for your trekking staff
Important to know before booking:
- Only available on a private tour
- 4-star hotel included (Based on twin room occupied for 2 people)
- Veg, Vegan, GF, and LF meals on request
Important information about the Inca Trail
The Inca Trail is part of the Qhapaq Ñan network and is located within the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu (SHM), a Protected Natural Area managed by SERNARP (the National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the State). This means that you're trekking through a site of exceptional cultural, archaeological, and ecological value, one that must be preserved and respected.
At TreXperience, we are committed to responsible tourism, strictly following the guidelines for conservation in this area. Throughout the journey, we’ll guide you paths, the stories, nature, and the significance of this unique place, so it can be protected for future generations.
Full Itinerary of the Deluxe Inca Trail
Day 1: Cusco – Km 82 – Llactapata – Hatunchaca
After breakfast in your hotel, meet your tour guide at 5:00 am and drive to KM. 82, the beginning of the Inca Trail. After meeting the trekking team, you will enter the checkpoint and start hiking for 6 hours to the campsite located at Hatunchaca Village (3000 m / 9843 ft.). The first part of the hike it’s a relatively easy two-hour walk to Patallacta Inca Site, the first Inca site along the Inca Trail. After a delicious lunch from a unique, secluded location, we will enjoy this ancient city's breathtaking views throughout. We will walk for another two hours to the first campsite located in Hatunchaca Village, arriving at approximately 4:00 pm. Your tent, a snack, and a hot drink will be waiting for you. There will be time to rest, shower, massage, and enjoy the view of the mountains before dinner.
- Campsite Altitude: 3000 m / 9843 ft.
- Highest altitude: 3000 m / 9843 ft.
- Duration: 6 hours
- Distance: 12 km / 7.5 miles
- Meals: Lunch, tea time, dinner
- Accommodation: Camping, massage, and drinks available
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Day 2: Hatunchaca – Warmiwañuska – Pacaymayu
We will wake you up bright and early with a hot cup of coffee or coca tea. This day will be the most challenging, and after breakfast, it’s a 4-hour trek uphill to Llulluchapampa, where we will enjoy a well-earned lunch. Later, continue 2 hours uphill to Dead Woman’s Pass at 4215m / 13829ft; this is the highest point along the Inca trail. At the summit, we will take time to appreciate the serenity of this location while your guide completes a traditional offering ceremony to the Apus (local Gods); after a 2-hour downhill trek to Pacaymayu Valley, where we will eat dinner and spend the night.
- Campsite Altitude: 3600m / 11811ft
- Highest altitude: 4215m / 13829ft
- Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
- Duration: 8 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, tea time, dinner
- Accommodation: Camping, massage, and drinks available
- Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
Day 3: Pacaymayu – Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca
After breakfast, we will start climbing the second mountain. The second pass is an easier 2-hour climb, and we will take time to explore two Inca sites along the way: RuncuRaccay and Sayacmarca. Both of them are located in the cloud forest – offering magnificent views – It’s then a 20-minute walk to the lunch place at Chaquicocha (dry lake, 3600m / 11811 ft.). Fed and energized, we will continue for two more hours until our campsite at Phuyupatamarka (City in the Clouds) with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Machu Picchu mountain Intipata (Terraces of the Sun). You can admire a beautiful sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range before dinner, with an unobstructed view of the constellations. This is the perfect place to stargaze!
- Campsite Altitude: 3600m / 11811ft
- Highest altitude: 4000m / 13123ft
- Distance: 13 km / 8 miles
- Duration: 9 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, tea time, dinner
- Accommodation: Camping, massage, and drinks available
- Difficulty: Moderate
Day 4: Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu Pueblo
With the hard part well and truly over, you can relax and enjoy the easiest and arguably most exciting day of the trek. Today’s route is extremely varied, and it is only a 5-hour walk to Machu Picchu. Along the way, you will pass through several different ecosystems. We will visit two Inca sites, Phuyupatamarca (City in the Clouds), with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Machu Picchu mountain and Intipata (Terraces of the Sun). At Intipata, there will be time to rest and take in your magical surroundings.
We will reach Wiñaywayna at approximately 11:00 am to have lunch. You can then enjoy some free time relaxing and unwinding at this important Inca site while your guide explains the history of this fantastic location. After lunch, we will walk for an hour to the Sungate, taking in the stunning views along the way. On a clear day, you can watch the spectacular sunset over Machu Picchu from the Sungate, which is truly an unforgettable sight. We will then start our one-hour descent towards Macchu Picchu. We will arrive late and take photos of the sacred Inca city while it is almost empty. Later, take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, have dinner in a Local Restaurant, and spend the night in a hotel.
- Campsite Altitude: 2000 m / 6562 ft.
- Highest altitude: 3600m / 11811ft
- Distance: 10km / 6 miles
- Duration: 6 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Accommodation: 4-star hotel (Tierra Viva or similar)
- Difficulty: Moderate
Day 5: Machu Picchu (Lost City of The Incas) – Cusco
On our final day, we must get up very early to prepare for the highlight of your TreXperience, Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas. We will go straight to the line to wait for the first bus going up to Machu Picchu. Arriving at the sky brightening, you can watch the spectacular sunrise over Machu Picchu on a clear day. Your guide will take you on a 3 to 4-hour comprehensive tour of the city before leaving you in Machu Picchu to explore on your own or climb either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (must be booked as far in advance as possible). After finishing the tour, you will have lunch at Tinkuy Restaurant in Machu Picchu to take the Exclusive Panoramic train back to Cusco, where the Deluxe Inca Trail ends.
- Duration: 2 – 3 hours
- Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch ( Machu Picchu)
- Difficulty: Easy
Luxury Inca Trail 5 days packing list
If you plan to trek the Luxury Inca Trail for 5 days, it's important to pack wisely to ensure you have everything you need. Here is a suggested packing list for the Luxury Inca Trail:
Clothing:
- Hiking boots (broken in and comfortable)
- Hiking socks
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Fleece or down jacket
- Long-sleeved shirts (for sun protection and warmth)
- T-shirts or tank tops
- Hiking pants or shorts
- Hat or cap (for sun protection)
- Sunglasses
Accessories:
- Daypack (30-40L)
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Water bottles or hydration system (2L capacity)
- Snacks (energy bars, trail mix, etc.)
- Personal medication (if needed)
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)
- Lip balm
Optional items:
- Camera or phone with a camera
- Binoculars
- Portable charger or power bank
- Travel pillow
- Swimsuit (if staying in a lodge with a pool)
Note: It's important to pack light and bring only the essentials, as the trek has weight restrictions (a maximum of 10 kg). Additionally, the luxury accommodations provide bedding, so you do not need to bring a sleeping bag or mattress.
Price of Luxury Inca Trail 5 days tour
The final price is based on your group size; we only organize private tours.
Number of Travelers | Price per Person |
|---|---|
1 | US$ 4,500 |
2 | US$ 3,200 |
3 | US$ 2,950 |
4 | US$ 2,800 |
5 | US$ 2,600 |
6 | US$ 2,400 |
7 | US$ 2,250 |
8 | US$ 2,100 |
9 or more | Contact us for a personalized quote! |
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To book the Luxury Trail to Machu Picchu, you need to make an initial payment of US$400 per person. The remaining balance can be paid online or at our office in Cusco with any card and without booking fees.
Student Discount:
All travelers under 17 will have a US$ 40 discount. If you are 25 years old or under when traveling, you can get a US$ 40 discount with a valid student ID. Would you please advise by email to give you a code for the discount?
Valid Student ID for Inca Trail and Machu Picchu:
To get the student discount, travelers should have a Valid ID with the following:
- 25 years or less at the time of entering Machu Picchu. Older than 25 can not enter as a student
- The ID must have the Name of the university, name, and photo of the student
- The ID must have a valid expiration date
Invalid Student IDs:
Student IDs are not eligible for a discount when:
- Traveler is older than 25 years old
- Expired ID
- Student ID without expiration date
- ISIC cards are not valid.
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Luxury Inca Trail 5 days frequently asked questions
Below are some frequently asked questions about the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days:
What is the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
The Luxury Inca Trail 5 days is a trekking experience on the famous Inca Trail in Peru that offers luxury camping with comfortable beds, hot showers, and gourmet meals prepared by skilled chefs. The trek covers approximately 42 kilometers, starting from the km 82 point of the railroad to Machu Picchu and taking 5 days to complete.
What is the difference between the Luxury Inca Trail and the regular Inca Trail?
The Luxury Inca Trail 5 days offer a more comfortable and personalized experience than the regular Inca Trail. It provides luxury camping and 4-star hotel, gourmet meals, and personalized service. The regular Inca Trail offers more basic camping accommodations.
How do I book the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
You can book the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days through a reputable tour operator that offers this experience. It is recommended to book in advance, as permits are limited, and the trek is popular and can sell out quickly.
Do I need a permit to trek the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
Yes, a permit is required to trek the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days, just like the regular Inca Trail. The permit is issued by the Peruvian government and is limited to a certain number of trekkers per day.
What is the best time of year to trek the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
The best time to trek the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days is during the dry season, which runs from May to September. However, it is possible to trek during the rainy season, which runs from November to March, but it may be more challenging due to the weather.
What kind of physical fitness is required for the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
The Luxury Inca Trail 5 days is a moderate to challenging trek requiring reasonable fitness and preparation. Engaging in regular exercise and practicing trekking with a backpack is recommended before embarking on the trek.
What should I pack for the Luxury Inca Trail 5 days?
It is recommended to pack light and bring only the essentials, as there are weight restrictions on the trek. A suggested packing list includes hiking boots, a waterproof jacket, and pants, warm clothing layers, a daypack, trekking poles, water bottles or hydration system, snacks, personal medication, insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat or cap for sun protection. It is also recommended to bring a camera, binoculars, and a portable charger.