Adrenaline junkies will brighten up at the idea of trekking to Machu Picchu. It is one location that is only accessible by foot or by train and most visitors reach there on the train. There are about 50 hikers who start their trail every day on the most popular trek of Peru, known as Inca Trail. There are six alternative routes on the trail and it is crucial to choose the right one. All the treks follow the Inca trail but there is one route known as a classic route. If you want to head on the Inca Trail, you will be required to get the permit for the same at least six months in advance.

If you want to have the best experience of getting to Machu Picchu and want to avoid the crowd, Guiding Peru will help you with the same. They offer a four day Inca Trek which will give you some of the most amazing views and will ensure that you have an experience of a lifetime.

The classic trekking experience is suitable for one and all and is the most magnificent trail. If you are headed to Peru anytime soon, you should tick this off your bucket list. The four-day itinerary is explained in detail below.

Day 1: The first day involves starting at Cusco and taking a drive to Ollantaytambo. The starting point of the trail is at Km 82 and you start with an easy, two-hour initial trek. You will reach the first Inca site here known as Patallacta and then continue trekking for about 4 hours where you reach your first camp.

Day 2: The second day is a test of your strength. The trek is difficult and will only cover 17 km. You cover the longest and the most difficult part of the trek on the day which stretches for 9 km. You reach the Dead Woman’s Pass on the way which is the highest elevation of the trail and then hike through the Pacaymayu valley. You then hike through the second pass known as Runcu Raccay and then descend to Sayacmarca for the most stunning sunset views. This will be followed by a short hike to Chaquicocha which is the second campground.

Day 3: This will be a six-hour hike where you reach the third pass, Phuyupatamarca. You will be able to get the most stunning views from the top. Your final campground will be a three-hour hike from Phuyupatamarca and you will be able to discover various Inca sites on the way.

Day 4: You will reach the final checkpoint today and get the first sight of Machu Picchu. You can then descend and enjoy the exception parts of the city and explore the same.

You will be provided with meals throughout the hike. If you are an adventure enthusiast, there cannot be anything better than hiking to the top of Machu Picchu and this itinerary is as good as it can get.

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