Day 1: Cusco – Km 82 – Wayllabamba

• Early Morning: Pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Km 82 (Inca Trail starting point).
• Trek Begins:
  • Pass through the Urubamba River valley, with views of Veronica Mountain.
  • Visit the Llactapata ruins.
  • Trek through Andean landscapes before arriving at Wayllabamba (3,000m / 9,842ft).
• Overnight: Campsite in Wayllabamba.

Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles) | Difficulty: Moderate

Day 2: Wayllabamba – Dead Woman’s Pass – Pacaymayo

• Morning: Trek uphill to the highest point, Dead Woman’s Pass (Warmiwañusca, 4,215m / 13,828ft).
• Afternoon: Descend into the Pacaymayo Valley (3,600m / 11,811ft).
• Overnight: Campsite in Pacaymayo.

Distance: 11 km (6.8 miles) | Difficulty: Challenging

Day 3: Pacaymayo – Wiñay Wayna

• Morning: Visit Runkurakay ruins and trek through Runkurakay Pass (3,950m / 12,959ft).
• Afternoon: Explore Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca, and the stunning Wiñay Wayna ruins.
• Overnight: Campsite near Wiñay Wayna.

Distance: 16 km (9.9 miles) | Difficulty: Moderate

Day 4: Wiñay Wayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco

• Early Morning: Trek to Inti Punku (Sun Gate) for the first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu.
• Guided Tour: Explore the citadel, including Temple of the Sun, Intihuatana, and Main Plaza.
• Afternoon: Return to Aguas Calientes, train back to Ollantaytambo, and transfer to Cusco.

Distance: 5 km (3.1 miles) | Difficulty: Easy