Inca Trail, Cusco: Hours, Address, Inca Trail Reviews: 4.5/5
Inca Trail
Inca Trail
4.5
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Tom
United States1 contribution
May 2022
Wow! The 4-day Classic Inca Trail with Terra Quechua Peru was the adventure of a lifetime. We have a professional team of guides, chefs and porters who took care of everything along the way, but gave us the freedom to explore and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. My guides Donato and Alex were the best of the best. They created a very fun atmosphere, were very knowledgeable and spoke very good English which was very helpful to me. The food was amazing too. I had some of the best food of my life on this trip. And the views!!! The views are stunning and will really take your breath away. This is a bucket list trip that everyone should take at some point in their life. And if you can go with Terra Quechu, do it!
Written 21 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Jones Brown
Los Angeles, CA3 contributions
May 2022
If you are reading these reviews to help you decide whether to do the Inca Trail or not, stop thinking and book with Terra Quechua Peru right away. It will be one of the best things you've ever done. You will see so much beauty that you never imagined your eyes could behold, you will cross some physical barriers that will teach you about your own incredible strength, and you will bond with all those you are blessed to walk this path with. The weather was fantastic. We ate like kings thanks to our amazing chef and porters who brought the food, tents and supplies... :)
This was the adventure of a lifetime and every time I close my eyes to remember parts of the hike, I smile. I will always remember it, so I will give Terra Quechua my best recommendations.
This was the adventure of a lifetime and every time I close my eyes to remember parts of the hike, I smile. I will always remember it, so I will give Terra Quechua my best recommendations.
Written 14 May 2022
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Ppeytons
1 contribution
May 2022
My Friends and i did the Inca Trail 4D/3N to MachuPicchu, we were a group of 10 people. As a professional tour leader and amountain guide, I would have to say that we enjoyed very much the hike and the group was practically in love with the two local guides Raul and Daniel, who proved to be very well organised and very knowledgable, with them we learned a lot about Peru, the andean culture and about the Incas.
During the trek we encounteret numerous unexpected situations with other companies (people from their group getting sick, upset with their guides, etc) but that was not our case because we were handled very professionally both by the local guides and the manager of the company Alberto. Alberto also offered great support during our booking process. Also he helped us to arrange our jurney back to our home country.
We are really greatful to have hired the service of with Local Trekkers Peru, as they have proven their reliability and proffessionalism.
During the trek we encounteret numerous unexpected situations with other companies (people from their group getting sick, upset with their guides, etc) but that was not our case because we were handled very professionally both by the local guides and the manager of the company Alberto. Alberto also offered great support during our booking process. Also he helped us to arrange our jurney back to our home country.
We are really greatful to have hired the service of with Local Trekkers Peru, as they have proven their reliability and proffessionalism.
Written 12 May 2022
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Evans Morow
United States2 contributions
May 2022
My dad and I did the Inca Trail with Bioandean Expeditions and we loved it! The entire team, including the cook, guide, and porters, were super professional, accommodating, extremely helpful, and super friendly. We had never experienced such an extraordinary journey, and the people around us made it complete. So a special thanks to the whole team for making the trek not only possible, but a great memory that we will never forget.
The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu are truly a wonder of the world... I learned a lot about the Inca history and culture as well as the beautiful mountains and forest along the way. The food was exceptional and the porters who carry everything and set up the camps are the hardest working people I have ever met and made us feel comfortable at all times.
The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu are truly a wonder of the world... I learned a lot about the Inca history and culture as well as the beautiful mountains and forest along the way. The food was exceptional and the porters who carry everything and set up the camps are the hardest working people I have ever met and made us feel comfortable at all times.
Written 9 May 2022
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taylor b
2 contributions
May 2022
we decided to do the inca trail with Terra Quechua peru. It was an unforgettable experience. Everything was very well organised and Jose, our guide was an exceptional guide, he was extremely interested and very fun to do the trip with.
the chef Oscar did an outstanding job.
The porters!! The porters are some of the hardest working people I've ever seen. If you think you're a resilient hiker, you should meet these porters with Terra Quechua Peru . All in all, this was a once in a lifetime experience and the group loved every minute of it.
I recommend this company!
the chef Oscar did an outstanding job.
The porters!! The porters are some of the hardest working people I've ever seen. If you think you're a resilient hiker, you should meet these porters with Terra Quechua Peru . All in all, this was a once in a lifetime experience and the group loved every minute of it.
I recommend this company!
Written 9 May 2022
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Elias S
United States4 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Friends
I have used the services of Bioandean Expeditions several times over the years. They are my choice because they are easy to communicate with (speaks English) and I find them extremely trustworthy, dignified and well organized. This time they helped me plan a 5 day 4 night Inca Trail trip. Everything was carefully scheduled, we were given a great briefing to get us ready, and we felt well looked after.
The Inca Trail Without a doubt, it was the most exciting experience I have ever done. Physically demanding but not impossible. Discovering Inca ruins, incredible landscapes, stories, fauna, flora, meeting people, sharing exciting sensations and, finally, entering Machu Picchu through the Puerta del Sol is something hardly equal.
The Inca Trail Without a doubt, it was the most exciting experience I have ever done. Physically demanding but not impossible. Discovering Inca ruins, incredible landscapes, stories, fauna, flora, meeting people, sharing exciting sensations and, finally, entering Machu Picchu through the Puerta del Sol is something hardly equal.
Written 24 April 2022
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Lyan Doez
United States2 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Friends
During my stay in Cuzco I have had the opportunity to participate in many of the activities organized by Bioandean Expeditions. From day trips to the mountain of colors or Maras and Moray to multi-day tours to Tambopata and Lake Titicaca through the city tour and the highlight was THE INCA TRAIL. The service has been exceptional, very punctual and well organized, with well-prepared guides who speak English and are always willing to answer our questions.
It was 4 days of arduous walking along the Inca Trail, between the mountains and the jungle, with an indescribable landscape, the road is very hard, there are many hours of walking, with endless climbs and many steps, without a doubt an adventure that puts you to Test.
It was 4 days of arduous walking along the Inca Trail, between the mountains and the jungle, with an indescribable landscape, the road is very hard, there are many hours of walking, with endless climbs and many steps, without a doubt an adventure that puts you to Test.
Written 16 April 2022
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Brooke S
2 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Friends
This was truly the most incredible trip I have ever been on, and it was all thanks to Terra Quechua Peru.The connection with nature, the Inca’s legacy, the porters, the food, the weather (best season to go, not so crowded and good climate) the team and specially. He was informative, funny, and positive. Always reminding us, "we can do it." He provided interesting information on the sites we passed and a great final tour of Machu Picchu.
Was an absolutely incredible experience! Thanks especially to our expert guide Marco and the unforgettable kindness for our porters as well.
Was an absolutely incredible experience! Thanks especially to our expert guide Marco and the unforgettable kindness for our porters as well.
Written 22 March 2022
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Martin S
Cusco, Peru1 contribution
Feb. 2022 • Friends
We had a 12 days trip in Peru visiting the most important áreas such as Lima, Arequipa, Puno and Cusco, and we had a great and incredible trekking trip heading to the MachuPicchu through the Classic Inca Trail. We enjoyed the stunning sunrise view on the mountain, as well as the sunsets. Specially we want to thanks to Alberto the Manager of Local Trekkers Peru, for having been very patient answering all our questions and for organizing an adventure that we will always remember. We had an excellent guide Roberto who together with the porters helped us during the whole trek. With their nice advice and helpful information,we had a safe and enjoyable trek within these 4 days until we reach MachuPicchu. We hope to come Peru again and feel the beautiful nature environment by joining other trekking trip from Local Trekkers Peru. Next time maybe the Ausangate Trek. You already know if you want to do the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, Local Trekkers Peru are the best.
Written 20 March 2022
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stefan c
Los Angeles, CA2 contributions
Mar. 2022
I just finished up a week in Cusco and had the best experiences with Terra Quechua Peru doing both the 4 day Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu
Very beautiful trek . The food provided was fantastic . Our guide was fun, informative, and super accommodating.They truly treat their porters with empathy and respect, providing them with good walking shoes and limiting the amount of weight they can carry. Everything was amazing and recommend this team enough. The hiking was hard but we did it and so glad we did it.
Very beautiful trek . The food provided was fantastic . Our guide was fun, informative, and super accommodating.They truly treat their porters with empathy and respect, providing them with good walking shoes and limiting the amount of weight they can carry. Everything was amazing and recommend this team enough. The hiking was hard but we did it and so glad we did it.
Written 5 March 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Marité M
1 contribution
Hello,
I was wondering if the inka trail would be possible with children. under 5. Thank you
Silvina1976
CABA88 contributions
Hola!
Estamos muy ilusionados mi pareja y yo para hacer el Camino del Inca en el 2022. Cuál es el mejor mes? Alguna empresa para recomendar precio/calidad?
Muchas Gracias por su ayuda!
sooze223
Bishops Stortford, UK363 contributions
Hi, I’ve bookend a G adventures trip in September doing the 12 day tour including the 3 nights camping on the trail. Can anyone advise me what luggage they took with them eg a rucksack as opposed to a case or bag on wheels? Any advice on what to take would be appreciated
Thank you
Joe S
Wichita, KS480 contributions
When we visited Machu Pichu, we went by train and bus. We could see a part of the Inca Trail over the mountains and it looked narrow and steep. The mosquitoes were everywhere while we were there in October. Be sure to take something that you can put on as a protection. You might also think of what you would take with you on a trail going up and down steep mountains. What you would need to sleep and toiletries. You will also need to carry your food and water.
@liliana
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Olá! Quantos dias eu preciso para acostumar com a altura antes de fazer a trilha?
wwwCPereira
State of Sao Paulo1,088 contributions
Existe um remédio chamado Diamox que eu começo a tomar 3 dias antes um comprimido por dia e durante ( dobro da dose, isto 2 por dia) o que sempre foi muito bom!!! Nunca tivemos problemas mesmo subindo acima dos 3.400 metros de Cuzco. Chá de coca e folhas de coca são recomendados pelos nativos!!Sugiro que verifique com seu médico antes!! Boa viagem vc vai sdorar!!!
lut s
Valencia, Spain
Hola. Quiero hacer el camino inca de 4 dÃas en junio. Es muy difÃcil? Hay que tener una preparación fÃsica especial. Soy andarina, pero me preocupa si hay mucho ascenso
Pablo Luis Caballero
Buenos Aires, Argentina128 contributions
En mi opinión hay que estar siempre fÃsicamente bien preparado, entrenado, pero se puede hacer esto y bien. El tema es aclimatarse antes unos dÃas en lugares como Puno que es más alto, o Cuzco. La altura provoca ese efecto de dolor de cabeza por falta de oxÃgeno al que casi cualquiera se sobrepone en un par de dÃas, o tres. No es que no se pueda ir directamente, pero como se trata de disfrutar, con los dolores no se puede. Es un paseo maravilloso.
Javier Irouleguy
Benito Juarez, Argentina151 contributions
Quiero ir en abril a hacer el camino del inca.. conviene contratar el tour de 4 dÃas y 3 noches y Cusco recorrer por mi cuenta o contratar el tour de 7 dÃas conpleto?
José Luis MartÃnez Yucra
Cusco Region, Peru15 contributions
Buenos dias.
Le recomendamos el Camino Inca de 4 dias, y los demás dÃas recorrer el Cusco por su cuenta.
Tiene que realizar la reserva con anticipación.
El precio que ofrecemos es de US$540.
Visitenos en: perunativo punto com
Jose M.
Patito B
6 contributions
Buenas ! Voy para Cusco los primeros dÃas de noviembre , me recomiendan contratar el camino del inca desde Cusco ? Por que por lo q vi en la
Web está el doble q allá el camino de 5 dÃas ! Graciasss
vverga647962
Gurabo, Puerto Rico10 contributions
Se consiguen muchas opciones y buenos precios para comprar las excursiones en Cusco. También le recomiendo los masajes que venden en Cusco, luego de la caminata vienen muy bien y a muy buen precio.
David L
Homer, AK33 contributions
I'm planning a trip on the Inca Trail in mid-December, I'm wondering which tour operators are best for a budget minded solo traveler. It'd be good to go with a local operator that offers optional side trips. I had been looking at a 4 day/ 3 night trek but am also considering alternate routes like the Salkantay trek and trips of shorter lengths. It seems like there's such a wide variety of trips and the prices fluctuate drastically. I don't mind roughing it a bit but would like good food. From what I've read, the trips book up quickly during the high season, but since December is off season I'm wondering if I should wait to buy a ticket. I can speak Spanish and am very interested in the history and cultural aspects featured on a tour. I'd appreciate any recommendations and am wondering if it'd be best to book something while I'm down in Cuzco instead of paying more to book in advance.
Coree C
Novato, CA244 contributions
We booked with Kaypi Peru Tours. They were wonderful.
My understanding is that tickets sell out quickly. I personally would not risk waiting until I was there for fear I would not get the opportunity to see Macchu Picchu.
Carlos W
Leon, Mexico5 contributions
Puedo dormir un cuzco, ir hasta machu picchu, hacer el recorrido y regresar a dormir a cuzco el mismo dÃa?
Pablo Luis Caballero
Buenos Aires, Argentina128 contributions
Yo lo hice. Salà a las 7 caminando desde el hotel, subà a pié y regresé caminando agotado a las 22. Es impresionante. Ahora se debe reservar entrada, dicen que se agotan los lugares y entonces no se puede entrar. Hola! Hace unos años hice parte. Otra parte contraté Kombi, ya que ir en tren me resultaba entonces muy oneroso. Creo que es primordial ir unos dÃas antes para aclimatarte a la altura. Todos pensamos que podemos y no va a pasar nada, pero pasa. Hay un par de dÃas con dolores de cabeza intensos, uno parece agotado, sin ganas de levantarse, y no se puede disfrutar, por más que esté entrenada. Te dicen que no pasa nada, que las pastillas, que masticando coca, pero a mi juicio no.
jannamarie2016
San Francisco, CA2 contributions
Hello! Hiking the Inca Trail in mid July. What jacket should I bring? I will have layers including long sleeve thermals, a fleece, and a light rain jacket. Thanks!!
CaliforniaEnr
Tustin, CA265 contributions
The mentioned items will be fine. It starts out chilly but not for long as walking heats you up especially if the sun is out. You start peeling the clothes as the day goes on and then adding it back as the day ends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Inca Trail
- Inca Trail is open:
- Sun - Sun 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Mon - Sat 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- We recommend booking Inca Trail tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 35 Inca Trail tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Inca Trail:
- 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu Through the Inca Trail (From AU$1,118.24)
- Classic Inka Trail: 4-Day, 3-Nights (From AU$994.78)
- Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days (From AU$1,419.09)
- 2-Day Private Tour of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (From AU$858.73)
- 2-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu (From AU$727.75)
- Hotels near Inca Trail:
- (0.03 km) Posada Inka Wasi
- (0.03 km) Inka King Hotel
- (0.05 km) Hostal Valle Inca
- (0.10 km) Kamma Guest House
- (0.10 km) Picaflor Tambo Guest House
- Restaurants near Inca Trail:
- (0.03 km) Club De Ellas Bar Snack
- (0.03 km) Club De Ellas Resto Bar
- (0.04 km) La Perla Resto Bar & Craft Beer & Pizzas
- (0.04 km) Chuncho
- (0.04 km) Don Dante Restaurante