This fascinating Inca Trail trek, is the famous part of the 31 000 miles of the Inca roads. Which was extended in South America In the pre-Columbian times. The Inca Trails were multi-purposes for the Incas and many times for the pre-Inca cultures. But the particular case of the Classic Inca trail, was the main pilgrimage path. Starting at the big Inca capital “Cusco” and connecting to Machu Picchu. which is the private religious center of the upper class people in the Inca society. In the present day the Inca Trail is Peru´s number one trek. very famous worldwide known trail, a must do hiking destination for many world travelers arriving in South America.
There are two great choices travelers should consider for Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. Depending on your time availability and level of your fitness; you can choose the following hiking options. The 4 day classic Inca Trail trek or the 2 day Inca Trail. Both treks are amazingly beautiful, worth and definitely the best way to hike straight to Machu Picchu. It takes hikers through the spectacular Sun gate, before you end this adventure trek.
The 4 day Inca Trail gets only 500 people per day (including travelers and porters). Starting at km 82, this is strenuous and physically demanding trek. But the Short Inca trail to Machu Picchu gets 250 people per day starting at km 104 (including guide and trekkers). This is easier hike and in the lower altitude. The Inca Trail tours are not available any time. So trekkers are advised to book it many months in advance to secure their spots at the government office. But if there are no spaces for the Inca Trail tours. So we invite travelers taking one of the alternative Machu Picchu treks. Also called alternative trails. Our suggestion for Machu Picchu treks are: Ancascocha trek, Cachicata trek, Lares trek, Salkantay trek and Huchuy Qosqo trek. Some other alternative treks to consider are: Ausangate trek and Choquequirao trek as the alternative treks around Cusco.
Top Peru Trips invites you to take one of the Inca Trail tours to Machu Picchu, as part of your memorable experience in Peru. For any additional information do not hesitate to mail us to: topperutrips@gmail.com or visit our homepage: www.topperutrips.com will be our big pleasure to customize your journey in Peru or just to take you on the Inca Trail.