Inca Trail Private Tour to Machu Picchu 4D3N

Private 4 days 3 nights Machu Picchu Trek

The Inca Trail Private Tour 4 days and 3 nights to Machu Picchu is the most pleasing way to experience this trek and enjoy to the fullest the most fantastic hike that we have in Peru. Customize your trip for your needs, preferences, and speed. You will trek with an elite team of porters, chefs, and tour guides just for the people at your party. 

Trip Details:

Duration: 4 Days / 3 nights
Depart: Km 82 – Piscacucho
Difficulty: Moderate
Season: March to January
Destination: Machu Picchu
Hiking Distance: 43 km – 26 miles
Type: Private Adventure – Camping

Highlights of the Inca Trail Private Tours

• Book with Confidence and Flexibility
• Best local Inca Trail Tour operator, Awarded as “TOUR OF THE YEAR 2019.”
• Hike with an exclusive team of chefs, tour guide, and personal porter included
• Board the Vistadome panoramic train on the way back to Cusco
• Support our Social Projects when booking with us

Price per person: 780.USD  Book Now

To book the Machu Picchu Private hiking tour, you need to make an initial payment of 140.USD per person, the remaining balance can be paid online, in installments, or Cusco with any credit card at no booking fees at all.

Student Discount:
All travelers under 17 will have a $35 discount. If you are 25 years old or under at the time of traveling, you can get the 35$ discount with your student ID. Please advise by email to give you a code for the discount.

Full Itinerary of the 4- day Private Machu Picchu Trek

Day 1: Cusco – Km 82 – Llactapata – Ayapata

On the first day, we will depart from your hotel around 4.30 am and drive to Ollantaytambo, where we have breakfast and visit our social projects. After breakfast, it’s another 1-hour drive to KM. 82 to start our Private Inca Trail Trip To Machu Picchu.

First, we have to go through the checkpoint where you will be requested to show the original passport; once we pass the controls, we will begin the TreXperience! to the great “Lost City of the Incas.” The first part is a 4-hour hike along meandering streams, local villages, ancient Inca sites, and stunning views of the Andes until we arrive at Hatunchaca to have a well-earned lunch. The second part of the day, it’s a 2-hour hike up to Ayapata, the first campsite to get ready for dinner and sleep.

• Campsite: 3300m – 10826ft
• Highest altitude: 3300m – 10826ft
• Distance: 14km / 8.6miles
• Duration: 6 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Considered: Moderate

Day 2: Ayapata – Warmiwañuska– Runcuraccay – Chaquicocha

Start early on the day with a coffee or coca tea to later climb the long steep trail to Dead Women’s Pass and  Runcuraccay Pass. The first mountain takes 4 hours to reach the highest point of the Inca Trail, Warmiwañusca or Dead women’s Pass at 4215m (13828ft); it’s then another 2 hours to lunch place at Pacaymayu Valley. Next, we will climb the second mountain after lunch that takes 2 hours up to Runcuraccay Pass at 4000m (13123ft). The last part of the day is 2 hours down to the second and most beautiful campsite, Chaquicocha, located at 3600m (11811ft). Throughout the day, you will explore the different landscapes, Inca Sites such as RuncuRaccay and Sayacmarca, and at night if we have a clear sky is perfect for stargazing!

• Campsite: 3600m – 11811ft
• Highest point: 4215m -13828ft
• Distance: 16km / 9.9 miles
• Duration: 10 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Considered: Challenging

Day 3: Chaquiccocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñaywayna

With the two mountain passes over, we will start the third day of the Machu Picchu private Trek descending from the Andes into the Cloud Forest, enjoying the Vilcanota and Salkantay Mounatin range’s spectacular views until we arrive at the third and last campsite, Wiñayhuayna, at 2600m (8530ft).

The first part is a relatively easy hike for 2-hours to Phuyupatmarca (City in the Clouds, 3650m – 11,972 ft), where we will rest and see Machu Picchu Mountain (Montaña) from a distance. The second part starts with a sudden drop from the high mountains to the lush cloud forest. Along the way, we will find Intipata (Terraces of the Sun), where we will take time to enjoy the fantastic views before reaching the lunch place. After lunch, we have the afternoon free to chase llamas, visit Inca sites, or shower.

• Campsite: 2600m – 8530ft
• Highest point: 3650m – 11,972 ft
• Distance: 10km / 6.2 miles
• Duration: 6 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Considered: Easy

Day 4: Wiñaywayna – Machu Picchu

On the final day, we start pre-dawn to arrive early to Sungate before sunrise and enjoy the breathtaking views of Machu Picchu. The wake-up is early, around 3.30 am, have breakfast at 4:00 am, and wait at the checkpoint until 5.30 am to start hiking with the first ones for 1 hour to the Sungate and then another hour Machu Picchu.

Upon arrival at the citadel, we will have a coffee break, leave some of the hiking gear in the lockers, and start the guided tour of Machu Picchu. Your tour guide will take you on a journey through the most remarkable places and show you the best ancient city. Later you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, have lunch (not included) and take the exclusive Vistadome panoramic trains back to Ollantaytambo and van back to Cusco. The arrival approximate arrival time back to your hotel is 7:30 pm.

• Distance: 6km / 3 miles
• Duration: 3 hours
• Meals: Breakfast
• Difficulty:

Why Book the Private Inca Trail with TreXperience?

TreXperience is Top rated on Google, Trip Advisor, TourRadar, Expedia, GetYourGuide, Bookatrekking with 99% five-star reviews.

We started TreXperience in 2017, and in a short time, we became one of the best trekking tour operators in Peru. Our Trekkings to Machu Picchu are organized with the best food, the best equipment, the best trekking team, and panoramic trains.

We care about our team and our customers; they are the most important part of our business. Our happy customers are the best presentation from our excellent service.

TreXperience is not only ranked among the top 10 tour operators in Trip Advisor in 2019, but our Inca Trail tours were also voted as the “Tour Of The Year.”

TreXperience supports social projects.

TreXperience is the only Local company that provides constant support to local children’s education. We support a library with computers and internet connection in the village of Cachiccata. During the Inca Trail, you will be able to visit this project.

Fair Treatment to porters

Inca Trail Porters are the backbone of the whole Inca Trail operations. We provide homestay in Cusco and Ollantaytambo to our porters that need to travel from distant villages to work in the Inca Trail.

We provide all necessary equipment such as shoes, knee braces, full uniform, porter tents, plenty of food, insurance, and constant training during the Trek.

Fair prices and excellent service

Our tour prices are fair, and you get what you paid for. TreXperience’s tour has no hidden costs, also, as a local tour operator, we spend all your money here in Cusco, on your trip and staff. We are the only company that offers our private Inca Trail Tours with Vistadome Panoramic Trains.

Fair wages to all our staff

We work with the best Inca Trail team; our tour guides are highly rated, fluent in English, our chefs are experts preparing meals in the mountains, and our porters will take care of your equipment very well.

To get the best team, you must offer the best work environment; this is our secret, we work with the best team.

Women Empowerment

Although many tour companies will say that they hire female porters, this is not entirely true; once you are in the Inca Trail, you will see mostly male porters.

TreXperience always includes female staff in our trips; 70% of our office staff are female, 5% of our porters are women, 10% of our staff and chef and Tour Guides.

Easy bookings

Book your tours with us with simple steps; you can pay online with any credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer. You only need to pay an initial deposit for your tour, and the remaining balance can be paid up to 24 hours before the tour departure.

No booking fees

Most pages will charge 5% for using PayPal or Credit card. TreXperience does not charge any booking fees at all.

We accommodate special diets.

We can accommodate any food diet or restriction such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, meat lovers, and many more. Please contact us if you have questions.

Best hiking equipment

TreXperience provides Eureka camping tents, thick foam mattresses, dining tents, kitchen tents, porta-potty, showers, and duffle bags to take your personal stuff.

Panoramic Train included

We are the only company that offers the Vistadome panoramic trains on the last day of the Inca Trail Private Tour.

4-Day Private Inca Trail Packing List 

To hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, where there is no cellphone service or a route to access, you must take all the essential equipment with you. You will travel with a daypack where you carry all the necessary equipment for the day, and the rest you will put in the duffle bag that will be provided to you during the briefing. In the duffle bag, you will place all the equipment that you need only at the campsites.

Essential for the Inca Trail Trek:

Please make sure this equipment is with you during the Inca Trail.

• Original Passport: You will need the original document; in case you have renewed the passport after the booking, make sure you travel with a copy of the old passport as well.
• Student ID: Only required for those booked as a student; you must validate your student ID to get the 35$ discount. Please send us your ID to booking@trexperienceperu.com to confirm if you are eligible for the discount.
• Comfortable daypack, remember that you will carry this during the for days.
• Light, comfortable Hiking boots
• Comfortable hiking clothes for cold and warm weather
• Trekking poles, good quality (you can rent from us)
• Good warm Sleeping bags ( -10C at least)

What to put in Your Daypack?

Remember that backpacks should not be larger than 25 liters for Machu Picchu; however, if your backpack is bigger, don’t worry, we make it look small for the last day when we visit Machu Picchu.

• Hydration Bladder / Water Bottle: You must have a container of at least 2 liters. Be aware that disposable plastic water bottles are not allowed in the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. We provide boiled water after the first lunch until Machu Picchu. Make sure the water containers fit perfectly in your daypack.
• Sun Hat: Light and easy to handle, preferable one that covers your neck
• Rain gear: Rain jackets or a poncho
• Neck Gaiters for hiking during the day
• Fleece jacket: Light and must be inside your daypack
• Beanie for the cold mountains and nights
• Sunglasses are essential
• Headlamp always in your daypack
• Gloves: Light, breathable, and waterproof
• Wet wipes, toilet paper
• Personal medications+
• Sunscreen, bug spray
• Hand Sanitizer
• Extra Money in Soles and small denominations

What to Put in your Duffle bag?

The duffle bags will be provided to you during the briefing held the day before the tour. You can put all the stuff that is not needed during the day, remember that you will be able to access this bag only at the campsites.  A maximum of 7 kilos per person is allowed and carried by our porters until Machu Picchu Pueblo.

• Hiking Trousers: 2 or 3 (convertible trouser at least one)
• Trekking shirts: 4 or 5 (long sleeves preferably)
• 4 or 5 sets of undergarments
• 5 sets of hiking socks
• 1 Warm jacket for the cold nights
• Towels, quick-dry ones
• Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, wet wipes, toothbrush, paste, soap, moisturizers)
• Personal mediation (band-aids, moleskin, pain killers, etc.)
• Sandals or comfortable shows for the campsites
• Extra batteries
• Extra Snacks

Private Inca Trail FAQs

What is the difference between group tours and Private tours?

Both tours follow the same route, same campsites, and the same number of days to complete the Inca Trail for 4 days. However, the Private Inca Trail Tour will allow you to hike at your own speed, with a private team of porters, chefs, and a Private Tour Guide. You will be able to customize the itinerary if needed.

How many people are required to book a Private Tour?

The minimum number of participants required for this tour is 2 people, and there is no maximum since we will be able to split the group for the checkpoints but still hike and camp together.

If you are a solo traveler and you would like a private tour, please contact us at info@trexperienceperu.com, and we will send you the best quote.

What is the Inca Trail food like?

You will have a trekking chef; he will prepare you fresh meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our menu is based on fresh local products, and every day, you will have more than one option; we provide buffet-style during the Inca Trail Tours.

We cater to special diets and restrictions, such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, etc. Please contact about special diets.

How to book the Inca Trail Private Tours?

Scroll down on this page, find your preferred date, and press the BOOK NOW button; if your travel date is not there, please contact us at info@trexperienceperu.com.

To make a booking, you need to make an initial payment of 140.USD per person, the remaining balance can be paid online with any credit card or in our office up to 24 hours before trip departure.

Which Inca Trail Tour Is The Best?

Group Inca Trail: Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or good friends who would like to join other travelers to interact and make new friends.

Private Inca Trail Tours: perfect for couples, families with children, groups of friends who would like to enjoy the Inca Trail only with their party, and no other travelers will be allowed.

What size daypack should I use for Inca Trail?

Your backpack should be small, light, comfortable, and appropriate to carry water. For Machu Picchu, you are not allowed to enter with a backpack bigger than 35 liters; however, it is more about the size of you back during the last day; if your backpack is bigger than 25 liters, you must take only essential for that day to make look small.