Inca Trail 3 Days to Machu Picchu

3 Day 2 Night Inca Trail Itinerary 

Embark on a remarkable journey exploring the ancient ruins and beautiful nature of the three-day Inca Trail Hike! Get lost in breathtaking vistas and uncover the rich history that surrounds you.

3 Day Inca Trail Hike: 🙂 DAY 1

Cusco – KM 82 to Llulluchapampa

The magnificent adventure begins at 4:30 am; we head straight to the 82 km railway through the sacred valley of the Incas (02 hours and 20 min ride). We will serve a continental breakfast in the style of KONDOR PATH in the parking area. After packing the adventure baggage with our porters, we will begin trekking through the Inca trail tours s. The first 04 hours of hiking are moderate – easy to get to Wayllabamba. The good news is that we will be very far from most groups and be in more contact with the nature of Peru treks. In Llulluchapampa, you have afternoon tea (with coca leaf and Andean corn popcorn).

• Hike distance: 17 km – 10.5 miles.
• Estimated trek time: 8-9 hours
• Maximum altitude point: 3,850 m – 12,631 ft.
• Camp altitude: 3,850 m – 3,850 m – 12,631 ft.
• Places to explore: Canamarca, and Patallacta
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon tea, and Dinner.

3 Day Inca Trail Hike: 🙂 DAY 2

Llulluchapampa – Warmiwañusca to Phuyupatamarca

Coca-tea starts the activity of hiking. We are two hours away from the top of Warmiwañusca, 4200 m. The easy part of hiking is between Sayacmarca and Phuyupatamarca.

• Total hike distance: 15 km – 9.3 miles.
• Estimated trek time: 8 hours
• Maximum altitude point: 4,200 m – 13,779 ft.
• Camp altitude: 3,600 m – 11,811 ft.
• Places to explore: Warmiwañuka – Runkuracay passes, Runkuracay, Sayacmarca, and Conchamarca ruin.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon tea, and Dinner.

3 Day Inca Trail Hike: 🙂 DAY 3

Phuyupatamarca – Machu Picchu – Cusco

The whole hikers arrive at Machu Picchu at 9 am to begin our exploration tour through the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu ruins.

• Total hike distance: 11 km – 6.8 miles.
• Estimated trek time: 07 hours + Machupicchu visit
• Maximum altitude point: 3,600 m – 11,811 ft.
• Camp altitude: 2,400 m – 7,874 ft.
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Inca Trail Hike 3 Days INCLUSION 

• Experienced Kondor guide.
• Private Kondor van: Hotel to Km. 82 (Piscacucho).
• Experienced Cook
• Porters to carry camping equipment.
• Extra Porter to carry personal hiker belongs, like sleeping bags and mattresses (Max. 07 kilos/ 15.4 lbs. per explorer).
• Meals: 02 Breakfasts, three Lunches, two Dinners, two Snacks, and afternoon tea. “Coca fresh leaves tea.” Optional: vegetarian food available upon request before coordination.
• Train back to Cusco from MAPI – OLLANTA
• Chinchero “INCA RAIL Peru Company.”
• Bus service one way from Machu Picchu Park to Aguas Calientes town is a “30-minute bus ride”.
• Machu Picchu guided tour and exploring Machu Picchu highlight.
• Entrance fee to Inca Trail Hike 3 Days.
• An emergency oxygen bottle.
• First-day kid.
• Radio communication between guide and cook–porters.

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Inca Trail 3 Days 2 Nights NO INCLUSION 

• Breakfast on day 01 and dinner on day 03
• Sleeping bag on days 01 and 02
• Tips to your Inca Trail staff.

3 Day Inca Trail Trek Bring

• Official and valid passport.
• Travel Insurance
• Sleeping Gear: Sleeping bag which withstands low temperatures
• The backpack (65 liters should be pretty sufficient for carrying your belonging.
• Comfortable hiking boots with good ankle support, the Inca Trail path has ascents and descents).
  Mt. Clothes: Two pairs of long trousers (lightweight), Two T-shirts, 01 short-sleeved shirt, 01 long-sleeved shirt, and 01 pair of shorts, underwear, and socks.
• Fleece jacket on Andes Mt. We have a windy afternoon and high passes.
• Rain jacket or poncho (sometimes rains on Inca Trail tour)
• Hat or cap to protect from the sun (Solar rays in the Andes are more dangerous).
• Toiletries “soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.”
• Sun cream.
• Flashlight per hiker.
• Basic first aid kit.
• Insect repellent.
• Money belt + emergency money
• Water bottle + Gatorade
• We can find many streams of water purification tablets (along with the Inca Trail expedition).

Travel Facts for 3 Day Inca Trail

Make lifelong memories with the adventurous three-day Inca trail hike! This spectacular journey is an experience not to be missed – embrace the breathtaking views and explore the ruins of legendary civilizations.

The Camino del Inca path through the Andes led to Machu Picchu. The Park is home to the scarce Andean spectacled bear (which you are unlikely to see), more than 400 species of birds, and a plethora of orchids and other plants. The trail is 43 km/27 miles of almost continuous stone stairs.

More than 350,000 people each year take the trip, making it the most popular trail on the continent and one of the most popular.

Do you need to book the Inca Trail in advance?

YES! We recommend you reserve the Inca Trail, check available spaces on our Inca Trail availability page, and pay your entrance fee well in advance.

Is the Inca Trail 3 Days closed in February?

Due to the rainy season and maintenance work, the Inca Trail is closed in February. Machu Picchu is still open for other classic tours.
The trekking permits are limited to 500 per day (200 tourists and 300 staff (porters, cooks, and guides). Usually, this includes the 2-Day Inca Trail and 4-day treks, and the 6-day Salkantay trek. It estimates 160 hikers enter the 4-day Inca Trail, 25 on the 2-day tour.

See Inca Trail availability.

How to book the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu tour?

You can use our booking form with all the necessary information. We will confirm the availability and make the reservation with the corresponding payment. Please fill in the blanks in the reservation form with accurate and complete information.

How long is the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu?

The total distance covered on the Inca Trail is 42 km (26 miles). The Government assigns campsites along the Inca Trail, so it is difficult to determine the distance to be covered in a day, but expect to walk 6 to 9 hours daily.

Will I be affected by altitude sickness?

Altitude or mountain sickness usually occurs very few to our visitors; Kondor Path Tours recommends good physical preparation and acclimatization for 02 days in Cusco.

You should avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and drink plenty of water or take some pills for altitude sickness pre-registered by your doctor. If the illness is more severe, we must return to the point of care to be treated.

Is it possible to do without an agency to make the Inca Trail?

Since June 2002, independent hikers have been prohibited on the Inca Trail. Regulations state that a qualified professional guide must accompany each hiker. The Government controls access to Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail.

Companies must meet specific requirements that demonstrate professional guides, good camping equipment, radio communicators, and knowledge of emergency first aid, including oxygen. Their license is renewed every year in early March.

Kondor Path Tours, an Inca Trail tour operator since 2014

Is it possible to make dee Inca Trail under another traveler’s name?

You must carry your valid ID (passport or DNI) to enter the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu. Bring your original passport and get the Machu Picchu stamp at the entrance.

Where will I sleep during the Inca Trail?

During the Inca Trail, our porters set up camping tents with a sleeping bag just for you, plus an inflatable mattress. The porters carry all the camping equipment for you to enjoy an excellent adventure during the Inca Trail.

Are there alternative Hikes to the Inca Trail?

Kondor Path Tours offers the following alternative treks to the Inca Trail.

• Salkantay and Machu Picchu Trail 5 Days
• Salkantay and Machu Picchu Trek 4 days
• Lares Trek to Machu Picchu
• Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu

Will I be able to drink purified water during the Inca Trail?

Our staff, always thinking about the environment, will carry the necessary water for the 3-day trek, so we recommend bringing bottled water. Our team will provide you with boiled water for breakfast and lunch. You will also have water to wash your hands. Collecting water from rivers or streams is possible, but it is necessary to use purification tablets.

What is the 3-day Inca Trail like?

The shorter Inca Trail is for limited-time hikers who wish to hike more leisurely. This hike starts at km 104 and ascends to the ruins of Wiñay Wayna before continuing to Machu Picchu.

As you do not have much time in Machu Picchu on the first day, most people spend the night in Aguas Calientes and return to Machu Picchu again the next day.

This trail is subject to Inca Trail regulations, and you must book trekking permits well in advance.

What is the cost of an extra porter, and how much should I tip for the Inca Trail 3 Days?

Porters carrying your items can be hired separately, costing between US$130 and US$150 for the 4-day trek. If the whole group is satisfied with the service, ensure each porter takes home an extra tip.

When is the best time to hike the 3 Day Inca Trail Trek?

The climate in Cusco: The mountainous region of Cusco has well-defined winter and summer seasons. Winter days (June to August) are very sunny and warm, but the temperature drops to almost zero at night. The rainy season is from January to March. December and January are two of the most pleasant months for hiking.

How difficult is it? Do I have to be physically well prepared for the Inca Trail 3 Days?

You have to be fit. It is a common misconception that because so many people make the Inca Trail, it must be accessible. It is not. The trail is 45 km (26 miles) long and involves a lot of physical effort. On the second day, you climb almost 1200 m (about 4000 ft). Combined with the high altitude (lack of oxygen) and extreme weather (you can easily get sunburned from the high altitude during the day, and temperatures can drop below freezing at night), the hike can be hard work.

However, all this suffering can make the final arrival at Machu Picchu even more enjoyable.

How many people are in the groups?

The maximum group size allowed is 16 people. Typically group tours are between 12 and 16 people.

Are there restrooms along the Inca Trail 3 Days?

Yes, restrooms are, but they are fundamental with little water. If there are no restrooms at the campsites, our staff will set up a restroom tent for the group.

Inca Trail Hike 3 Days COST

Get ready for an incredible 3-day hike on the legendary Inca Trail! A professional guide will share their expertise about Peru’s awe-inspiring historical sites and stunning nature with you.

PRICES PER PERSON 2023. Andes hiking to Machu Picchu, Hike with Kondor Path Tours!

• 02 people US$ 1350.
• 03 people US$ 1110.
• 04 people US$ 999.
• 05 people US$ 960.
• 06 people US$ 920.
• 07 people US$ 899.
• 08+ people US$ 850.

*Price based on 02 people sharing one tent.

Item Upgrade for the 3 Day 2 Night Inca Trail

Come on a dreamy three-day hike along the trail of the Inca Empire! Discover its secrets, admire its majestic beauty, and immerse yourself in this ancient culture.

TRAIN SERVICES

By PeruRail / PER PERSON

+ $35 Vistadome train (MACHUPICCHU  – POROY) Outbound Journey
+ $50.00 Vistadome train (MACHUPICCHU – OLLANTAYTAMBO) + Transfer to Cusco from Ollantaytambo
+ $445.00 Hiram Bingham train (Train MACHUPICCHU – POROY) Inbound Journey

Discounts

This applies to the following services
3 Day Inca Trail Machu Picchu Fee

College students$30 off

HOW TO BOOK THE 3 DAY INCA TRAIL HIKE

3 Day Inca Trail Trek – Experience the thrill of hiking the world-famous Inca Trail and exploring ancient ruins and breathtaking scenery in just three days with this unique guided adventure tour.

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