Inca Trail 5 Days (Special One)

The Inca Trail Trek 5 Days offers the most complete and unhurried version of the classic route to Machu Picchu. You explore more ruins, enjoy quieter sections of the trail, and connect deeply with Andean history. It is the most immersive and meaningful way to experience the original Inca pathway.

Duration

3 Days

Difficulty

Easy, Easy

Max Altitude

15,090 feet (4,600 meters)

Food

1B, 1L, 1D

Transport

by Bus

Season

All year

Special Inca trail trek 5 days

The inca trial trek 5 days offers a rare opportunity to experience the Inca Trail the way it was meant to be lived: unhurried, immersive, and connected to the landscape. Unlike shorter itineraries, this extended route allows travelers to explore hidden archaeological sites, walk through untouched cloud forests, and fully absorb the changing ecosystems that define the Andes.

With more time to acclimate, reflect, and enjoy each section of the trail, the journey becomes deeper, more meaningful, and physically smoother. This is the most complete and rewarding version of the legendary route to Machu Picchu, ideal for travelers who seek authenticity, history, and a profound sense of achievement.

Trip details for the Inca Trail 5 days

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Maximum altitude: Approximately 4,600 m (15,090 ft)
Starting point: Km 82 after pickup from hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley
Ending point: Machu Picchu, with train return to Ollantaytambo and bus to Cusco
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging (due to altitude and long ascents)
Accommodation: 3 nights camping, 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner during the trek; snacks and afternoon tea
Water: Boiled/filtered water provided daily after the first lunch
Included staff: Professional guide, assistant guide (depending on group size), porters, cooks
Gear included: 4-season tents, dining tent, kitchen tent, cooking equipment, duffle bag (up to ~7 kg carried by porters)
Safety: First-aid kit and emergency oxygen available
Not included: Sleeping bag and walking sticks (available for rent), optional Huayna Picchu entrance, last-day lunch, tips, personal expenses

Highlights – What Makes This Trek Special

Trek the classic Inca Trail along original stone pathways built by the Incas

Explore archaeological sites throughout the route before reaching Machu Picchu

Experience dramatic landscapes, from high mountain passes to lush cloud forests

Arrive at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate for an iconic panoramic view

Full support: porters, quality camping gear, meals, and logistics handled for you

Ideal for travelers seeking a longer, less rushed itinerary with time to acclimate and enjoy each section

Cusco – Km 82 – Patallacta–

After we have picked you up from your hotel we will take you to Chillca, the starting point of our long walk. By the left hand side of the river Urubamba with the snow draped top of Verónica and the ruins of Sallapunku in our sight. In the afternoon, we will realize a small trip around the campsite to visit the ruins of Patallacta and the Andeans Q’ente.

Patallacta – llulluchapampa+

DAY 3Llulluchapampa – Chakicocha –Phuyupatamarka+

DAY 4Phuyupamarka – Wiñayhuayna -Puente Ruinas+

DAY 5INCA TRAIL DAY:+

Included

Professional Guides: All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in this region and have a true passion to teach others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional, and will ensure you are safe and happy.
Permits: As soon as we receive your details and a deposit, we will purchase your permits (pending availability, check our Inca Trail Availability link). These permits are for a specific date and in your name. They can’t be changed, once confirmed. Only your passport number is allowed to be updated. The permit includes an entrance to Machu Picchu.
Briefing: The night before your trek, you will come to our office for your briefing. You will receive your duffel bag that will stay with your porters, while you hike. This bag should not exceed 7kg/14 lbs and does need to include your sleeping bag and air mattress.
Porters: We include a personal porter, who is responsible for carrying your duffel bag. There is no additional fee for this. You will not have access to your duffel bag until your evening campsite.
Transportation: All your transportation is included in this trek. You will be picked up directly from your hotel around 4 a.m. (unless you are staying in Ollantaytambo) and brought to KM 82, to begin your trek. The train back from Aguas Calientes is included. This is Expedition class but can be upgraded to the Vistadome train for $75 per person. Once you arrive to the train station, you will be brought back to your hotel in Cusco. Your round-trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu is also included.
Equipment: Peru Amazon Garden Lodge has the best equipment. We use North Face 4 season tents that are shared by only two people. You will have a spacious dining tent to enjoy your meals in.
Food: Peru Amazon Garden Lodge chefs cook delicious meals that many previous trekkers have raved about. We honor all food restrictions. Be sure to remind your tour guide of any food restrictions at the beginning of your trek. Food is typically served family-style.
You will enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner each day of the trek, along with a happy hour of tea and snacks. You will also be provided a snack each morning for you to enjoy along the hike. Your last meal with your chef will be after breakfast on day seven. Lunch the last day is not included.
Water: Beginning from your first lunch until your last breakfast, Peru Amazon Garden Lodge will supply all the water needed. This water will be boiled, filtered and then cooled, before distributing. You must supply your own water bottles or camel back. We recommend carrying about 3L worth. We will refill our waters at each meal.
First Aid: Every Peru Amazon Garden Lodge guide has received training in first aid from a physician. We conduct mandatory training sessions every February, which every single Peru Amazon Garden Lodge tour guide must attend. Your tour guide will always have a first-aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) and oxygen. We will get you off the trail as quickly and comfortably as possible, if needed, and ensure you get directly to a clinic for treatment.
Extras: We believe it’s the attention to small details that separates us from other tour companies. Every trekker receives a small pillow to sleep with, a foam mat for insulation, a day pack cover to protect their things while hiking and a rain poncho. We will work hard to create your best vacation.

Not Included

Rentals: Every trekker needs a sleeping bag, when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional, but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent:
Sleeping Bag: $30
Inflatable Air Mattress: $30
Walking Sticks (Pair): $30
Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep, if you are scared of heights. This is done after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $90. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance, due to popularity. Please understand that weather is out of our control.

Please check availability for the Inca Trail Before doing Your Reservation if there is not availability on the date you want do do The Inca Trail Please Check our alternatives Treks towards Machupicchu

4, OR 5 DAY INCA TRAIL AVAILABILITY & PERMITS
GROUP SERVICE: Prices are based on Number of people departing that date/ We will leave with minimum of 02 PPL.
Price per person US$ 1100
We can leave any day of the week, as long as permits are available. Please remember, permits are only needed for your start date.

How to book any tour/trek through with PERU AMAZON GARDDEN LODGE.

To confirm the tour/trek we need you to send us your personal information: Full Names, Passport Numbers, Nationalities, Ages, Gender as well as a deposit to secure the trip/tour.

For Tambopata National Reserve (Puerto Maldonado) – Manu National Park We do require a Non-Refundable US$100 deposit per person.
For Inca Trails Treks We do require a Non-Refundable US$200 deposit per person.
For Alternative Treks(Salkantay Trek, Inca Jungle, Lares Trek, Choquequirao) We do require a Non-Refundable US$100 deposit per person.
For Tambopata National Reserve (Puerto Maldonado) – Manu National Park We do require a Non-Refundable US$100 deposit per person.
For Peru Package Tours/Treks We do require a Non-Refundable US$400 deposit per person.
As soon as you had sent us all your personal information as well as the deposit we will send you a Trip Confirmation by email.

PAYPAL: is the faster, safer way to send money, make an online payment, receive money or set up a merchant account. You can easily pay us by using your credit card or bank account. For those that wish to pay via Paypal. Please note that a 6% fee applies. That is, you need to increase your payment by 6% to cover the costs that we incur via this kind of payments.

the remaining, you will pay in cash(briefing day) without taxes.

Please, After your deposit, send Us, Transfer Number to: peruamazongardenlodge@gmail.com, After we are going to confirm your deposit and reservation.

NOTE: Train included in all tours is the Expeditions Train (to Ollantaytambo) Train times will only be confirmed once full amount of tour is paid. The earliest train you could take is the 6:45pm and being the 9:20pm the last train. Bioandean Expeditions will organize the transport back to Cusco (by taxi or by bus).
Please Note: train times are subject to change depending on Peru rail .If organized in advance, the train can be upgraded to Vistadome (larger windows than the backpaker cerrojo train to ollantaytambo ) for an increased price.let us know please.

INCA TRAIL REGULATIONS
The national historical sanctuary is protected by law to conserve its biodiversity as well as the Inka ruins Machupicchu comes under intense pressure, with over 300,000 visitors each year. From May to September, an average of 2000 people explore the ruins daily, of whom 150 / 200 have hiked the trail, and the rest by train.
Compared with many other tourist attractions, the Inka trail is well maintained. The Peruvians have worked hard at limiting the erosion, litter and other damage caused by its popularity. This is a long term campaign which needs and deserves your support. By choosing an environmentally conscious tour operator and be careful about handling litter, where you go the toilet, and the use the poles you can help them preserve this wonderful place. Fortunately, controversial plans to build a cable car and large hotel at machupicchu have been widely opposed, and the rules announced in 2000 were being enforced from 2001.

All hikers must be acompanied by a licensed tour guide.
Entry fee…for the full trail …for some other treks …
Group size must not exceed 16 visitors.
A maximum of 500 people per day will be allowed to embark on the inca trail.
inka trail Porters are not allowed to carry more than 25 kg (included his personal stuff).
The inka trail will be closed for one month each year for maintenance (from February 2002).
Since you are walking on ancient stones, the rule about protecting pole tips makes sense.
No disposable water bottles may be used to reduce the litter problem.
When visiting ruins, never climb on the stones or put your rusksack anywhere except on the ground.
Although you may not see the rucksack rule displayed local guides enforce it, as well as being a precaution
against damage, it is a courtesy to other hikers.
- Other rules prohibit acts of vandalism (such as picking wild flowers, camping in the archeological sites or making open fires) that no readers of this would consider.

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How far is Peru from my home?
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Direct Flights.

Country	City	Approx. flight time
United States	Dallas	7 hours 12 minutes
United States	Houston	6 hours 45 minutes
United States	Los Angeles	8 hours 35 minutes
United States	Miami	5 hours 45 minutes
United States	Atlanta	7 hours
Argentina	Buenos Aires	4 hours 15 minutes
Chile	Santiago	3 hours 25 minutes
Spain	Madrid	11 hours 30 minutes

Flights with stopovers

Country	City	Approximate flight time
United States	New York	8 hours 35 minutes / via San José
United States	San Francisco	10 hours / via Los Angeles
United States	Washington	9 hours / via Newark
Germany	Dusseldorf	18 hours 40 minutes / via Madrid
Germany	Frankfurt	15 hours 30 minutes / via Madrid
France	Paris	14 hours 50 minutes/ via Miami
Italy	Milan	14 hours 50 minutes / via Madrid
Italy	Rome	15 hours 10 minutes / via Madrid
UK	London	15 hours 10 minutes / via Madrid
Japan	Tokyo	20 hours 35 minutes / via Los Angeles

Do I need a visa to visit Peru?
Citizens of most American and Western European countries are not required visa to enter Peru. Citizens of Bolivia, Ecuador and Chile do not require passports or visa to visit certain regions of Peru. Contact the Peruvian diplomatic representative in your country for further information. Addresses and phone numbers are included in the website of Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Relations: www.rree.gob.pe
If the purpose of your visit is tourism, the maximum length of your stay will be 90 days (you can apply for extensions with the immigration authority)
All travelers must carry a valid passport, or a safe-conduct issued by the Peruvian immigration authority.

Is it safe to travel in Peru?
Reality shows that it is very safe. You may have read or heard on TV, websites or newspapers about terrorism, crime and economic and political instability. But the truth is that terrorism has been defeated a long time ago; Peruvians live in peace and work very hard every day to build and democratic and safe society. We can assure visitors that all they need to do is follow the normal precautions taken in order to visit other destinations.

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