Experience Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the world-famous Inca Trail with comfort built into every step. This Luxury 7-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a fully private journey from the moment you land, private airport pick-up, hand-picked hotels, and your own private guide so you can relax and enjoy Cusco without stress.
Enjoy the Cusco City Tour, Sacred Valley tour at an easy pace. Hike the Classic Inca Trail from Km 82 for four unforgettable days and enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate, the most legendary way to arrive.
And this is where the “luxury” really shows: after each trekking day, you return to a camp set up for comfort. Enjoy hot showers, and optional massage therapy, so your evenings feel like a reward, not a struggle. After your guided visit to Machu Picchu (Circuit 1 + Circuit 3), you’ll return in style on the panoramic Vistadome Observatory train, followed by a private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.
Tour Type
Private Tour
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Activities
Trekking, Adventure, Archaeology
Accommodation
Hotel and Camping
Difficulty
Moderate to Challenging
Tour Language
English, Spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu,
Starts/Ends
Cusco - Cusco
Luxury 7 Day Cusco Sacred Valley Inca Trail Machu Picchu Tour
This private 7-day experience is for travelers who want the full story of the Andes, not just a trek. You get the best of Cusco, the highlights of the Sacred Valley, and the most classic finish of all: walking the original Inca stone paths and arriving at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate.
It’s also designed to feel smooth and well-paced. Instead of rushing straight to the trail, you’ll ease in with guided tours and a night near Ollantaytambo. Then, on the Inca Trail, you’ll hike with a private guide and private support team, and finish each day with extra comfort at camp, so you recover better, sleep better, and enjoy the whole journey more.
This is the legendary Inca Trail… just done in a more personal, more comfortable, and more premium way.
Tour Highlights
- Fully private service from start to finish (your own guide, your own pace)
- Explore Cusco + the Sacred Valley before the trek, no rushing,
- Hike the Classic Inca Trail (Km 82) and the Dead Woman’s Pass
- Premium camp comfort: hot showers, and massage sessions.
- Arrive to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku)
- Guided Machu Picchu visit: Circuit 1 + Circuit 3
- Return on the Vistadome Observatory panoramic train
7 Day Luxury Inca Trail Trek at a Glance
Day 1: Private transfer - Cusco City Tour
We’ll meet you at the airport and take you by private transport to your hotel in the historic center. At 1:00 p.m., your private city tour begins, visiting Cusco Main Square, Coricancha, then the classic sites above the city (Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, and the White Christ viewpoint).
Day 2: Private Sacred Valley Tour - Ollantaytambo
After breakfast, we’ll pick you up at 7:00 a.m. for a scenic, unhurried Sacred Valley day: alpaca farm, Taray view point, Pisac ruins + market, then a buffet lunch in Urubamba. In the afternoon you’ll visit Moray and Maras Salt Mines, ending at Ollantaytambo. Your guide will also do your pre-trek briefing today.
Day 3: Ollantaytambo - Km 82 - Llactapata - Ayapata
We’ll pick you up at 7:00 a.m. and drive to Ollantaytambo and the Km 82, where you meet your trekking team and start the Classic Inca Trail. It’s a great warm-up day, valleys, river scenery, local communities, and your first big Inca views. At Ayapata, your luxury setup is ready, with a welcome drink, hot shower, and optional massage.
Day 4: Ayapata - Dead Woman’s Pass - Runkuraqay Pass - Chaquicocha
Today is the toughest, and most rewarding day. You’ll climb steadily to Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass), then descend for lunch and continue to Runkuraqay Pass before reaching Chaquicocha. Your guide keeps a strong, comfortable pace so you finish the day feeling accomplished.
Day 5: Chaquicocha - Phuyupatamarca - Intipata - Wiñay Wayna
With the hardest day behind you, today feels more scenic and fluid as the route shifts into cloud forest. You’ll visit Phuyupatamarca, Intipata, and finish at Wiñay Wayna, one of the most iconic places on the trail. Tonight is your final camp, comfortable, relaxed, and with a special farewell at dinner.
Day 6: Wiñay Wayna - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu - Cusco
You’ll start very early and hike to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for that first Inca Trail view of Machu Picchu. Then you’ll descend for a guided visit: Circuit 1 for the panoramic viewpoints and Circuit 3 for a deeper walk through the citadel. Then you'll enjoy a lunch in the Tinkuy restaurant at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel. Afterward, you’ll take the Vistadome Observatory train to Ollantaytambo and continue by private vehicle back to Cusco (arriving around 7:30 p.m.).
Day 7: Private airport transfer
After breakfast, we’ll coordinate your private transfer based on your flight time.
Included
- Pre-departure briefing one day before the Inca Trail
- All private ground transportation during the program
- Private airport pick-up in Cusco
- Private airport drop off in Cusco
- Return on the Exclusive Vistadome Observatory Train
- One way bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Private professional tour guide for the full itinerary
- Cusco City and Sacred Valley Private Tour
- Classic Inca Trail trek and Machu Picchu Private Tour
- Inca Trail entrance ticket
- Machu Picchu entry tickets (Circuit 1 and 3)
- All admission fees to places we visit
- Walk-in tents with luxury cots (queen or twin)
- Dining and kitchen tents with tables and chairs
- Private toilets and hot showers
- Duvets, sheets, pillows and sleeping bags
- Towels, bathrobe and basic toiletries
- Trek support team (chefs + porters) during the Inca Trail
- Massage tents and massage therapists
- Personal porter to carry up to 10 kg / 22 lb of your gear
- Trekking poles
- Premium camping comfort during three nights
- 2 night at 4-star hotel in Cusco
- 1 night at 4-star hotel in Ollantaytambo
- 02 Breakfast at the Hotel
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba (Day 2)
- 01 lunch at Tinkuy Restaurant (Sanctuary Lodge)
- Inca Trail gourmet meals, snacks and boiled water
- Hot drinks (coffee, tea) and refreshments( soda, champagne, beer, pisco)
- First-aid kit, satellite phone and oxygen supply
Not Included
- Meals not listed as included
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional hikes: Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
Machu Picchu Circuits included
- Circuit 1-C: The route Inca Trail hikers use to arrive at Machu Picchu early in the morning through the Sun Gate. Explore Circuit 1’s best panoramic viewpoints, the lower and upper observatories, with sweeping 360° vistas of Machu Picchu, including its left and right sides encircled by the Urubamba River.
- Circuit 3-B: Access to the central area of Machu Picchu and its most iconic buildings, including the Temple of the Sun, the Palace of the King, the Twelve Niches, the Warehouses, the Temple of the Condor, and the Water Mirrors.
The combination of Circuit 1 + Circuit 3 makes your experience complete and among the most exclusive ways to see Machu Picchu. The Ministry of Culture has set 3 routes to spread visitor flow, reduce erosion, and avoid crowding. Learn more in our Machu Picchu Entrances & Circuits 2026.
Optional hikes after the Machu Picchu Tour
- Huayna Picchu Mountain - $68 per person (2-hour round-trip).
- Machu Picchu Mountain - $68 per person (3-hour round-trip).
You can only hike one of these mountains, and it’s done after the guided tour in Machu Picchu. Advance booking is required for both hikes.
Why book with TreXperience?
- Local Expert: Get the best prices and best service with a 100% Peruvian company
- Expert Tour Guides: Our tour guides are professionals and fluent in English
- Our Porters: At TreXperience, we set the highest standards for porter welfare on the Inca Trail
- Food on the Inca Trail: The food we provide during our Inca Trail treks is always high quality and great in variety
- High-Quality Equipment: We provide high-quality camping gear
- Sustainable Practices: We minimize environmental impact through responsible services
- Panoramic Trains: We include Panoramic trains Vistadome
7 Day Inca Trail Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Cusco – City Tour – Hotel in Cusco
Welcome to Cusco. When you arrive at the airport, we’ll meet you and take you by private transport to your hotel in the historic center. Take time to rest, settle in, and get comfortable, Cusco is beautiful, but it’s also high altitude, so it’s worth starting gently.
At 1:00 p.m., your private half-day city tour begins. You’ll explore Cusco’s historic heart on foot, visiting the Plaza de Armas and Coricancha, then head to the most famous sites above the city: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, and the White Christ viewpoint.
It’s the perfect introduction to the Inca world before you ever step on the trail.
- Duration: Half-day tour
- Entry tickets: Cusco City Tour
- Meals: Not included
- Hotel: 4-star Hotel in Cusco
- Difficulty: Easy
Day 2: VIP Sacred Valley Tour – Overnight near Ollantaytambo
After breakfast, your private guide picks you up at 7:00 a.m. Today is one of the most scenic days of the whole trip, and it’s designed to feel easy and enjoyable, not rushed.
You’ll visit an alpaca farm, stop at Mirador Taray for wide views of the Sacred Valley, then explore the impressive ruins of Pisac and the local market. After that, enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, prepared with fresh local ingredients.
In the afternoon you’ll continue to Moray (the famous circular terraces) and the striking salt ponds of Maras, then finish at the mighty fortress of Ollantaytambo. Tonight you’ll sleep near Ollantaytambo, perfectly positioned for a smooth start on the Inca Trail.
Pre-trek briefing: Your guide will also review final logistics and trail details so you feel ready and confident for the trek.
- Duration: Full day
- Entry tickets: Included
- Meals: Hotel Breakfast, buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Hotel: 4-star Hotel in Ollantaytambo
- Difficulty: Easy
Day 3: Ollantaytambo – Km 82 – Llactapata – Ayapata
Your trekking adventure begins with a 7:00 a.m. private pick-up. You’ll meet your private trekking team and drive in a private van to Km 82, the official start of the Classic Inca Trail.
Day 3 is the perfect warm-up day: beautiful scenery, rivers, local communities, and your first important Inca views. You’ll explore the trail’s early highlights, including viewpoints toward Patallacta, and continue onward through green valleys and open mountain landscapes.
When you arrive at Ayapata camp, everything is already prepared for you. This is where the luxury experience really starts to shine: enjoy a hot shower, and (if you want) relax with optional massage therapy before dinner.
- Hiking Distance: 14 km / 8.7 mi
- Duration: 6 hours
- Camp Altitude: 3,300 m / 10,826 ft
- Highest Altitude: 3,300 m / 10,826 ft
- Meals: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea time, dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
Day 4: Ayapata – Dead Woman’s Pass – Runkuraqay – Chaquicocha
Today is the big challenge, and for many travelers, the most memorable day of the trek. Wake up to a warm drink delivered to your tent, enjoy breakfast, and start the long climb toward Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusca), the highest point of the Inca Trail.
The climb is steady and demanding, but your private guide will pace it properly, with breaks and encouragement so you reach the top feeling proud, not destroyed. At the summit (4,215 m / 13,829 ft), take your time with photos and soak in the view.
After the pass, descend to the valley for lunch, then continue to the second pass: Runkuraqay Pass. Along the way, you’ll see remarkable Inca sites that most travelers only dream of. By late afternoon, you arrive at Chaquicocha, one of the most scenic camp areas on the route.
And once again, your evening feels like a reset: welcome drink, hot shower, optional massage, and a comfortable camp waiting for you.
- Hiking Distance: 16 km / 10 mi
- Duration: 10 hours
- Camp Altitude: 3,600 m / 11,811 ft
- Highest Altitude: 4,215 m / 13,829 ft
- Meals: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea time, dinner
- Difficulty: Challenging
Day 5: Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca – Intipata – Wiñay Wayna
With the hardest day behind you, today feels lighter and more scenic. You’ll hike through changing landscapes, high mountain views that slowly shift into cloud forest. The trail is full of dramatic viewpoints and beautiful Inca engineering.
You’ll visit some of the most impressive sites on the route, including Phuyupatamarca (City in the Clouds), Intipata (Terraces of the Sun), and finally Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young), one of the most iconic and photogenic places on the entire Inca Trail.
Wiñay Wayna is your final campsite. After lunch, you’ll visit the ruins, then return to camp for your last evening on the trail. Expect the same comfort and care you’ve had all trek long, plus a special farewell surprise at dinner.
- Hiking Distance: 10 km / 6.2 mi
- Duration: 6 hours
- Camp altitude: 2,600 m / 8,530 ft
- Highest altitude: 3,650 m / 11,972 ft
- Meals: Breakfast, snacks, lunch, tea time, dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
Day 6: Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Cusco
This is the finish you’ve been working toward. You’ll wake very early and hike toward the Sun Gate (Inti Punku). When you arrive, you’ll see Machu Picchu spread out below you—often in soft morning light, sometimes with clouds drifting through the mountains. It’s an emotional moment, and it’s something you can only experience by hiking the Inca Trail.
Next, you’ll descend to Machu Picchu and follow Circuit 1 for those classic panoramic views. Then your guide takes you inside for a deeper exploration via Circuit 3, visiting the most fascinating parts of the citadel—temples, stonework, water features, and key ceremonial spaces—bringing the story to life.
After the tour, you’ll head down to Aguas Calientes, then board the Vistadome Observatory panoramic train to Ollantaytambo. From there, a private vehicle takes you back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel around 7:30 p.m.
- Hiking Distance: 6 km / 3.7 mi
- Duration: 3 hours
- Machu Picchu Altitude: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft
- Meals: Breakfast, snacks
- Hotel: 4-star Hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
Day 7: Depart Cusco – Private Airport Transfer
After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll coordinate your private transfer to the airport based on your flight schedule. Smooth, simple, and stress-free, so your trip ends the same way it began.
- Meals: Hotel Breakfast
- Transportation: Private airport transfer
Luxury Inca Trail Trek 7 Days - Price
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Booking and Payment
- Deposit: US$555 per person (to reserve your spot). The balance can be paid online or at our office in Cusco with any credit card, PayPal, or wire transfer. Contact us for alternative payment options.
Student Discount
- US$ 30 off
Applies to all travelers under 17 and students under 25 with a valid university ID. The ID must:
- Show the student's name, photo, and university name.
- Include a valid expiration date (expired IDs are not accepted).
The discount is applied automatically for children. For students, you must submit a copy of your student ID when booking; if your ID is rejected, you will be charged the adult rate.
Before you book
- Inca Trail permits are limited (500 per day). Popular dates sell out early.
- If you are vegetarian, vegan, or have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when making your reservation.
- Your passport number must match the permit. Please double‑check before paying.
- This is a private tour, we can start on any date with available permits form a single passenger.
Luxury 7 Day Inca Trail - Packing List
You’ll likely travel around Peru with larger luggage, but on the Luxury Inca Trail you only need what you’ll actually use on the trek. During the four day hike a personal porter will carry your belongings. TreXperience provides a duffel bag (weight limit: 10 kg / 22 lb) for your equipment.
You will also need a small, comfortable backpack to carry yourself each day. Below is the recommended packing list for the Luxury 7 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Essentials
The following items are essential for your Luxury Inca Trail Trek. Don't forget to take them with you in your day pack.
What to Wear?
For the luxury Inca Trail, Cusco, Sacred Valley and, Machu Picchu, wearing layers is the best choice. The weather can change quickly as you move through different zones, from cold mountain passes to warmer valleys. The best approach is to wear light, breathable layers you can easily add or remove as conditions shift.
What to pack in your Daypack
Use a 25 – 35 L backpack with a rain cover. Larger bags are not permitted inside Machu Picchu and must be stored in lockers; compliance is based on the bag’s size, not capacity. Any extra belongings can be stored at your hotel or in the TreXperience storeroom in Cusco for free.
You’ll use the Daypack every day, so make sure it’s lightweight, comfortable, and good quality.
What to put in the Duffel Bag
For the Inca Trail, TreXperience will provide a duffel bag, and our porters will carry it for you throughout the trek. The duffel bag must weigh a maximum of 10 kg / 22 lb. Duffel bags are issued the day before the trek and remain available at each campsite.
What we provide you?
TreXperience includes the following items for the Private Inca Trail Trek.
Luxury Inca Trail 7 Day - Travel Information
The Inca Trail follows a section of the ancient road system the Inca Culture developed in the 15th century. Known as the Qhapaq Ñan, this network once linked the empire across what is now Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. The trek covers a little over 42 km / 26 mi and is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated ways to arrive at Machu Picchu.
Our Luxury Inca Trail follows the same four-day route as the classic trek, but adds high comfort through upgraded gear and more personalized service. It remains a real high-altitude hike, so it helps to understand how the route and logistics work.
Cusco and the Inca Trail
Cusco was the centre of the Inca Empire and the departure point for the official road network. The Luxury Inca Trail starts at Kilometre 82 near Ollantaytambo at the Sacred Valley and follows these historic paths through mountain scenery, cloud forest, and archaeological sites before reaching Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail Length
The full route is around 42 km / 26 mi. Over four days, you’ll pass Inca ruins, cross high-altitude passes, and move through changing landscapes before arriving at the Sun Gate with views over Machu Picchu.
Inca Trail Elevation
Across the trek, total elevation gain is roughly 914 m / 3 000 ft. The highest point is Dead Woman’s Pass at 4,215 m /13,828 ft. Most of the climbing happens during the first two days:
- Day 1: approx. 305 m / 1,000 ft
- Day 2: approx. 244 m / 800 ft
- Days 3 & 4: more gradual, with descents and shorter climbs
Inca Trail Altitude Map
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Difficulty
The Luxury Inca Trail is moderate to challenging. Altitude and daily walking hours are the main factors, but with a well-paced plan, a private guide, porters, and added comfort services, the trek is realistic for most travellers with basic fitness and preparation.
Weather
The trail has two main seasons:
- Dry season: April – October
- Rainy season: November – March
At lower elevations, daytime temperatures can reach 27 °C / 80 °F, while nights at higher camps may fall below freezing. Dressing in layers is key.
Inca Trail permits
Hiking the Inca Trail requires a permit issued by the Peruvian government. Only 500 permits are released per day, including trekkers, guides, porters, and cooks. Peak-season dates can sell out fast, so booking well ahead is strongly recommended.
Sun Gate (Intipunku)
The Inca Trail finishes at the Sun Gate, where you’ll get your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. This entrance is reserved for Inca Trail hikers and is often one of the most unforgettable moments of the trek.
›› Read more about the Sun Gate
Return on the Observatory train
After your Machu Picchu visit, unwind on the exclusive Vistadome Observatory train, with wide windows, skylights, and onboard service and entertainment designed to make the most of the Andean scenery.
Depending on availability, you’ll travel from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, then continue by private vehicle to your hotel in Cusco.
Machu Picchu circuits
This experience includes Circuits 1 and 3 in Machu Picchu, covering the main viewpoints, the Temple of the Condor, the Sacred Rock, the urban sector, and more. Your guide will bring each area to life with context and history. Entry is subject to availability, so please confirm in advance.
7 Day Private Inca Trail - Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this tour best for?
It’s ideal for travelers who want the full Cusco + Sacred Valley + Classic Inca Trail experience, but with more comfort, smoother logistics, and a more premium camping setup.
How hard is the Inca Trail portion?
Overall, it’s moderate with one big challenging day (Dead Woman’s Pass). You don’t need to be an athlete, but you should be reasonably active and ready for long hiking days at altitude.
What is the highest altitude on this itinerary?
Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusca): 4,215 m / 13,829 ft.
What makes this trek “luxury”?
You hike the same legendary trail, but your evenings are upgraded: welcome drink, hot showers, optional massage therapy, and premium camping comfort to help you recover well.
Are hot showers really available on the trail?
Yes, hot showers are available at camp during the trekking nights as part of the luxury setup.
Is massage therapy included?
Massage therapy is optional at camp. It’s offered after the hike so you can relax and recover, but it’s not required.
Which hotels are used?
Typical hotels are:
- Day 1: Costa del Sol or similar (Cusco)
- Day 2: Del Pilar or similar (near Ollantaytambo)
- Day 6: Costa del Sol or similar (Cusco)
Equivalent hotels may be used depending on availability.
Which Machu Picchu circuits are included?
You arrive through the Sun Gate, enter via Circuit 1, and explore with your guide via Circuit 3, as described in the itinerary.
How do we return to Cusco after Machu Picchu?
You return on the Vistadome Observatory panoramic train to Ollantaytambo, then continue by private van to Cusco.