• This trip allows both trekkers and non-trekkers to visit Machu Picchu – one of the magnificent Seven Wonders of the World, perched high in the Andes mountains – with scenic hiking trails and train options.
• Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, known for the steep and soaring scenery, mystical significance and the Indigenous cultures that still reside here.
• Visit a locally-run restaurant and café in Urubamba in the Sacred Valley that hires single mothers to support their children and the local community – and sit down to enjoy an organic, homemade beet cake and coffee.
• Explore Cusco, South America's oldest continuously inhabited city. The city has ancient foundations, an interesting blend of Incan and Spanish influences and seemingly endless things to do and see.
• Whether you trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose.Our tour operator is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all. 

Day 1 • Cusco

Day 2 • Ollantaytambo

Day 3 • Inca Trail

Day 4 • Inca Trail

Day 5 • Inca Trail

Day 6 • Cusco

Day 7 • Cusco

• This trip visits places that are at high altitude, and as a result some people can suffer from altitude sickness, regardless of age or physical health. Please see the Medical and health information section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
• This trip involves a lot of walking to see the sites, and if you trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, there'll be strenuous hiking. The trip is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable to hiking. See the ‘Packing’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
• For those who trek the Inca Trail or Quarry Trail, you'll be camping with basic facilities. It's definitely the journey as well as the final destination (Machu Picchu) that makes this way of exploring Peru worthwhile.
• According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations, all visitors must follow a pre-determined route within the site. This route must be followed in one direction only, and once the guided visit commences exiting and re-entering the site is not permitted. Once the guided visit concludes, visitors must exit the site and personal exploration of Machu Picchu is not permitted. Please refer to the Itinerary for details.
• Travellers who choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), will not follow the same routes within Machu Picchu. This means that you may not be able to have photos together, overlooking Machu Picchu. This applies to travellers on the same booking or separate bookings.
• Can't decide which trek is for you? Please ask our travel experts for advice. Call 021 4277094 or 01 6965135, email info@shandontravel.ie or submit an enquiry through the form below.

1. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. The passport you travel with must match the booking details provided to us. This will be used to apply for your Inca permit and if any info doesn’t match your passport, the Inca authorities will refuse your entry. Delays in providing this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.

2. Inca Trail permits are sold on a request basis only. Once a deposit is paid and passport details are provided, Intrepid will endeavour to secure a permit for you. If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Quarry Trail instead or travel to Machu Picchu by train.

3. At the time of booking, please advise whether you would like to hike the classic Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the train. When available, the Inca Trail will be booked as the default option. Fees may apply to changes made after the time of booking, and availability on other options cannot be guaranteed.

4. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

5. This trip starts at 2pm on Day 1. We recommend that travellers intending to depart Cusco on the final day of the trip book flights out of Cusco no earlier than 12pm to allow for possible delays on the final section of the trail.

6.The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February, you will be automatically booked to hike the Quarry Trail.

7. As you can choose different ways of reaching Machu Picchu (Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train), you may be joined by other Intrepid and/or non-Intrepid travellers. There is also a small chance you may be the only traveller from your group on your selected option.

Price per person is based on adults sharing, and includes:

• 7 day Inca Trail Express tour
• Meals: 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
• Transport: Private vehicle, Bus, Taxi, Train
• Accommodation: 
  • Route 1 - Inca Trail: Camping with basic facilities (3 nights), Hotel (3 nights).
  • Route 2 - Quarry Trail: Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights).
  • Route 3 - Train option: Hotel (6 nights)

Included activities:

• Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
• Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
• Sacred Valley - Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social enterprise
• 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)
• Machu Picchu - Guided tour

Please ask us about:

• Flights from Ireland- we'll find the best fare for your chosen travel dates and departure airport
• Travel Insurance
• Go solo with a single supplement

Optional add-on activities:

• Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN135
• Cusco - Half Boleto Turistico Pass (access to selected archaeological sites, transport & guides not included) - PEN75
• Cusco - Cathedral Entrance Fee - PEN40
• Cusco - Coricancha Temple (entrance fee) - PEN15
• Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57
• Cusco - Pre-Colombian Museum - PEN20
• Cusco - Inca Museum (entrance fee) - PEN10
• Cusco - Cusco Eat Street (Price based on 4 participants) - USD50
• Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70
• and many more

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Prices are live and only locked in at time of booking. Itinerary may be subject to change.

For more information please call us on 021 4277094 or 01 6965135, email info@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.