Private 5-Day Inca Trail Trek & Machu Picchu Hike

The Private 5-Day Inca Trail offers a more flexible and exclusive trekking experience, allowing for a personalized pace and a deeper connection to the sacred path. This journey is a customized experience tailored specifically to your preferences.

Customization: A custom itinerary with a slower pace and additional time to explore archaeological sites.
Exclusivity: Your own dedicated guide and crew ensure a tailored experience.
Solitude: Private campsites are available, offering fewer crowds and more solitude.
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights of trekking and camping.
Difficulty: Challenging overall, with Dead Woman’s Pass being the highest point.
Highest Point: Warmiwañusca (Dead Woman’s Pass) at 4,216 m (13,776 ft).
Pricing: USD $2,899 per person.

Due to government restrictions on permits, securing your place on this legendary trek is highly recommended well in advance to ensure your journey to Machu Picchu is everything you dream it will be.

Itinerary Overview

Theme: Connecting with Incan Culture and Traditions
Key Sites: Hike from KM 82, with breathtaking views of the Andes and an introduction to Incan heritage.
Accommodation: Camp in the Wayllabamba Valley.
Distance: 12 km (7.47 miles) | Walk Time: 5–6 hours
Max Elevation: 3,000 m (9,843 ft).
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Theme: Unloading Personal Burdens
Key Sites: Ascend to Dead Woman’s Pass (the trail’s highest point). Experience a profound tradition of releasing unwanted burdens.
Accommodation: Descend to camp in Pacaymayo.
Distance: 11 km (6.84 miles) | Walk Time: 7-8 hours
Max Elevation: 4,216 m (13,776 ft)
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Theme: Honoring Ancestors and Traditions
Key Sites: Immerse yourself in lush valleys and stunning archaeological sites.
Accommodations: Final night camping amidst the mystical “Cloud-Level Town” (Phuyupatamarca).
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) | Walk Time: 6–7 hours
Max Elevation: 3,970 m (13,022 ft)
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Theme: Celebrating the Journey
Key Sites: Arrive at Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for the iconic view of Machu Picchu. Unwind at a luxury hotel with a celebration dinner.
Accommodations: 5-Star Luxury Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) | Walk Time: 6–7 hours
Max Elevation: 3,630 m (12,007 ft)
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Celebration Dinner

Theme: Experiencing the Sacred Citadel
Key Sites: Conclude your trek with a guided tour of Machu Picchu. Optional climb to Huayna Picchu, which is reserved for select adventurers.
Return: Travel back to Cusco via train and private transport (transportation included).
Visit Duration: 2-3 hours, if climbing Huayna Picchu, 3-4 hours.
Max Elevation: 2,430 m (7,972 ft), if climbing Huayna Picchu 2,693 m (8,835 ft).
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Included

Briefing and orientation at 5:00 pm the night before the trek at our office in Cusco.
Private transportation from Cusco to the start of the Inca Trail: km82.
Professional English-speaking guide.
One night luxury hotel accommodation, celebration cocktails, and celebration dinner.
Entrance fee for the Inca Trail, two Machu Picchu tickets, and optional Huaynapicchu hiking ticket.
3-person North Face tent shared by only two hikers.
Inka Trek’s groundbreaking industry policy of including all substantial gratuities (even to guides, chefs, drivers, and porters), which removes the anxiety about tipping.
One inflatable sleeping pad per person.
Kitchenware, tables and chairs, and dining tent.
Porters to carry tents, food, and cooking equipment.
Duffle bag for personal luggage, with a maximum limit of 12 pounds (6 kilograms) per person.
All camp waste removal per the Peruvian government specifications.
Andean chef specializing in exquisite camping meals.
All meals in the daily itinerary, daily morning snack, and daily tea service.
Vegetarian or special menus available at no extra cost (please notify when booking).
One textile snack bag per person, to avoid the use of plastic bags.
Hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes.
Boiled water to fill your water bottle every morning and night.
Toilet tent with biodegradable toilet facilities.
Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
Round-trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and private transport to Cusco.
Transfer from the train station to hotel in Cusco.

Not included

International flights to Cusco, Peru.
Sleeping bag. You can bring your own or rent one when you arrive at our office in Cusco for the orientation.
Extra porter if your luggage is more than 12 pounds.
Rubber-tipped walking poles. You can rent a pair when you arrive at our office in Cusco for the orientation.
Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes while you’re awaiting the return train to Cusco. Entrance is s/10.00 (Peruvian Soles).
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Dinner on day 5, after returning to your own hotel in Cusco.
Hotel accommodation before and after your trek in Cusco.
Extra services not mentioned in the program.

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What to bring for the

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Passport

Sleeping Bag

Insulated Jacket

Layered Clothing

Waterproof Hiking Boots

Warm Hat & Gloves

Rain Jacket & Overpants

Sun Hat, Sunglasses & Sunscreen

Lip Balm

Insect Repellent

Toiletries

Toilet Paper or Wet Wipes

Daypack (25–35L)

Reusable Water Bottle

Quick-Dry Towel

Headlamp or Flashlight

Pricing

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Frequently Asked Questions

A private trek offers personalized attention, flexibility in the itinerary, and a customized experience tailored to your preferences.

Yes, private treks allow you to adjust the pace, camping sites, and additional stops based on your interests.

Private treks are pricier because they offer personalized services, flexible itineraries, and a more exclusive experience tailored just for you.

Private 5-Day Inca Trail

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5 Days/4 Nights

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Why We Are the Best

Rediscover yourself on the path that’s as much about the transformation along the way as it is about the World-class destination when you arrive.

How This Trek Compares to Other Treks

4-Day Classic Inca Trail ($1,299): The classic, traditional, and most popular complete route. It offers the full experience in the minimum time frame allowed by the required permit.
Intro to the Inca Trail (2 Days, $1,230): For those with limited time or fitness. You hike only the final, easier section of the trail, still ending at Machu Picchu.
Signature Inca Trail (5 Days, $1,899): A more relaxed, immersive option than the 4-Day, spending an extra day on the trail for deeper exploration and to avoid the main crowds.
Salkantay to Machu Picchu (5 Days, $1,600): A popular alternative route for those who cannot secure an Inca Trail permit. It features different scenery, including higher altitude passes and glacier views.

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A journey of transformation—the perfect way to uncover hidden ruins and the Andean spirit.