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Machu Picchu Hiking Tours

The most famous Machu Picchu hiking tours are the Classic Inca Trail, Salkantay Trek, Lares Trek and Choquequirao Trek. The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is Peru’s most popular attraction and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hiking to Machu Picchu is highly recommended and features on many bucket-lists. For those who’d prefer not walk, the Inca citadel can also be reached by comfortable train. Machu Picchu hiking tours include day hikes as well as multi-day treks, either camping or staying in lodges. Read on for more details on the different options. All our travel packages are customizable according to your travel style, pace and schedule.

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5 Best Machu Picchu Hiking Tours for 2024


Tour Name Price Duration Description
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu from $1001 4 Days At once challenging and thrilling, the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is a trek you'll never forget. Winding past fertile river valleys, ancient...
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu from $946 5 Days Enjoy the 88 km-long Salkantay Trail that will lead you to Machu Picchu through the Salkantay Pass, one of the most breathtaking trails in the...
Lares Valley Peru Trek from $869 4 Days The 4 Day Lares Valley Trek is an excellent option for an alternative Inca Trail. Less traveled and just as scenic, this Inca Trail begins at the...
Choquequirao Peru Trek from $776 4 Days Hike to Choquequirao, named the sister city of Machu Picchu because the size and grandeur of the city's ruins rival those of Machu Picchu....
Salkantay Lodge to Lodge Trek from $4543 7 Days Trekking from lodge to lodge, enjoy the comfort and service of top-quality mountain lodges located in the Andes Mountains, and and be rewarded with...

Machu Picchu Hiking Tours FAQs

Thinking about trekking to Machu Picchu? Here’s a list of frequently asked questions we often hear from our guests.

What is the best time of year to hike the Inca Trail?

The trail is open year round except for February when it is closed for maintenance. The dry season is the best time to hike the Inca Trail, May-Oct. January and March can be quite wet and you may be best avoiding these months.

What is the best trail to Machu Picchu?

If you want a classic trek, the Inca Trail. To see local life, the Lares Trek. For a more demanding trek, the Salkantay. For an off the beaten track destination and challenging walking, do the Choquequirao trek. If you want to trek but like comfort, the Salkantay Lodge to Lodge trek is for you.

How long does it take to hike to Machu Picchu?

The shortest option is the two day Inca Trail (which in fact only involves one day of trekking), and there is no camping needed on this. The Classic Inca Trail is four days, there are several other multi-day treks to choose from too.
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