Inca Trail 4 Days to Machu Picchu | Classic Trek

After breakfast, we begin the most challenging day of the trek. The trail climbs steadily toward the highest point of the Inca Trail, Warmiwañusca Pass (4,215 m), also known as the Dead Woman’s Pass.

Along the route, you will see llamas and alpacas grazing among the high-altitude grasslands. The views from the top are spectacular and one of the most rewarding moments of the trek.

After reaching the pass, we descend into the Pacaymayu Valley (3,600 m) where we set up camp and enjoy a well-deserved rest.

Day three offers some of the most beautiful scenery along the Inca Trail. We climb to Runkurakay Pass and visit the archaeological site of Runkurakay, believed to have served as a strategic control point.

Continuing along ancient stone paths, we explore the impressive ruins of Sayacmarca and later reach Phuyupatamarca, known as the “City Above the Clouds”.

Finally, we descend through lush cloud forest to our campsite near Wiñay Wayna, where we also visit this impressive archaeological complex.

The final day begins very early around 4:00 a.m. as we hike toward the famous Sun Gate (Inti Punku). From this viewpoint, you will witness the unforgettable sunrise over Machu Picchu.

After enjoying the spectacular view, we descend to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of approximately two hours, where you will learn about the fascinating history and architecture of the Inca civilization.

After the visit, we travel down to Aguas Calientes and later take the train to Ollantaytambo, followed by transportation back to Cusco, arriving in the evening.