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Inca Trail

Cusco, Peru
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Ranked #4 of 82 attractions in Cusco
Activities: Hiking, City walk sightseeing
Traveller Description: The Inca Trail winds through the Andes Mountains, the classic route being a 4-5 day trek from Cuzco to Macchu Pichu. Concerns for overuse and erosion... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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bethesda, md
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147 reviews 147 reviews
28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Our outfitter told us that you need to be "moderately fit" to do the 4 day trail. I'm definitely in that category and am in my late 40s. This trail was the hardest physical challenge I've faced. Out of the four days we had rain on 3 and that made the stone path even more challenging. The trail is not... More

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tafanda
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21 reviews 21 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

My friends and I (total of 6 people) booked the classic trail through Alpaca Expeditions. They are phenomenal tour group. We stayed 2 days in cusco prior to the tour. I had altitude sickness for the two days in cusco and also 3 days on the hike. When you get to the start of the trail, you have to pay... More

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Lafayette, Indiana
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16 reviews 16 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

There was nothing dislikable about this venture. Possibly the crowds, but the further you get away from Machupicchu the less people there are. The guides are all wonderful, there are bathrooms although they're not free and they're smelly. Who cares? The site is beautiful and the visit is informative. Go see the sun gate because you get to see the... More

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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Hiked the trail with my nephew and 7 others in our group. We made friends with our fellow hikers and had a great time. Lots of I great photo ops. Hike was tough on day 2 and first 2 hours of day 3 but it was a truly wonderful experience.

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Monaco
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3 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Inka Trail was the amazing hiking that offer Cusco destination, on this trail you combine everything the culture, Andean heritage and the environment. Theresita. Monaco.

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Aberdeen
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16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The Inca Trail is good, not at too high of an altitude and very easy to follow. However, beware of the vast drops and narrow paths. If you want a challenge complete the Lares (Inca) Trails which are high altitude and steep. You will also met the Andes mountain communities and not be overcrowded with tourists. I would recommended completing... More

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Brisbane, Qld
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This review is really about Enigma Travels 4D3N Inca Trail Trek. I dont really need to review the Inca Trail itself - It's one of the best hikes in the world for a reason! The Inca Trail trek was magical. 4 days hiking up and down breathtaking mountains and enjoying the company of not only the other guests in the... More

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New York City, New York
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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We went on a one day hike (7 miles) with Intense Peru. We had five people in our group with a trusty tour guide. I would recommend being in moderately good shape to do this hike since there are a LOT of steps and you feel like your legs will want to give out on you. However, the views of... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 attraction reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

I have never gone camping and was very pleased with this experience. For anyone like myself who takes pleasure in physically trying tasks and history this is a a go to vacation. I did the 4 day trail and felt amazing to be able to have hot breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the Andes mountains especially after hiking for several... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

excellent trip. went there in may 2013. small group, we were only 5. first day, bycicling for 5hours. second day, walk for 4 hours - ziplines - and hot spring third day, walking for 5-6hours fourth day, Machu Picchu. very good restaurants and hotels. the guide was amazing, and the view of Machu Picchu made us all forget all of... More

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