Claire Dean
Claire Dean

Claire Dean

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Inca Trail 2023

Inca Trail 2023

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Written by:Claire Dean

Published: 2022-10-04

If you are looking to hike one of the best treks in the world next year, look no further! Valencia Travel can offer any dates to hike the Classic Inca Trail for the upcoming year. However, there are some things that you should be aware of if you are looking to hike this world-famous trail.

 

The Machu Picchu Inca Trail tour isn’t just a hike, it’s the history of a complete civilization. Winding from cloud forest to Andean Peaks and amid the remains of centuries-old ruins, every step takes you deeper into the history of this Inca empire. For you, it is blood, sweat, and tears, emotion, and a sense of achievement all rolled into one!

Inca Trail

The following information will help you decide the best time to hike the trail and when you need to book. Availability for the Inca Trail, Huayna Picchu, and Machu Picchu Circuits in 2023 will be on sale next week! It is highly recommendable that you make your Inca Trail booking NOW with us via our website to guarantee your booking for 2023.

 

It is the unusual combination of the incredibleness of nature, high mountain peaks, the original stone path and giant steps that the Incas used centuries ago, all combine to make the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu truly epic. There are several incredible ruins along the way, and then at the end, waiting for you, is the awe-inspiring archaeological site of Machu Picchu.

Inca Trail Valley

When to Book

The Peruvian government has recently informed us that Inca Trail Permits for departures in 2023 will go on sale on October 10th, 2022, for the whole of 2023.  Permits for the dates in the high season (April, May, and June) usually sell out within a few hours, so you should book as soon as possible to guarantee your preferred dates. Please try to book before the end of October 2022, if possible, to avoid disappointment. 

 

KM 82 is the trailhead to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. It ends at the Sun Gate which was the original entrance to the Machu Picchu archaeological site. What happens in between on your 4 day Peru adventure tour is entirely up to you! Except for the strict regulations enforced by the Ministry of Culture, of course.

Starting the Inca Trail

Permits are Limited:

Permits are limited every year to 500, and this includes porters and guides, leaving just 200 permits for hikers to trek the trail. Even if you plan to trek in the low season, we recommend booking 7-9 months in advance to guarantee your space. The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is closed during February each year, as the Ministry of Culture performs necessary maintenance, cleaning, and repairs along the trail. The entrance to the Inca Trail re-opens once more on March 1st. 

 

The Inca Trail and Machu Picchu tour leads through stunning panoramas towards the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu is unquestionably one of the best treks in the world. One of the reasons is the stupendous views and location of the Inca Trail which defy belief.

View from The Inca Trail

Availability

The availability of the Inca trail, both the classic and the 2-day option, Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Circuits, is provided by the Ministry of Culture. Here is some information you should take into account:

The month of February is the rainy season, so the Ministry of Culture closes the Inca Trail. Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, and Huayna Picchu remain open during February.

.Availability is exclusively administered by the Ministry of Culture. Only they can manage and authorize access to the Inca Trail.

 

Only authorized and reputable Peru tour operators such as Valencia Travel, who have outstanding service and equipment can walk their trekkers along the pathway unmatched by any other.

Inca Trail

The Classic Inca Trail and Short Inca Trail tickets  Classic Inca Trail and Short Inca Trail include the Machu Picchu entrance fee on the last day.

Only the ticket that indicates "Llaqta of Machu Picchu" allows you to choose one of the four established circuits inside the archaeological site.

Please note that any trek to Machu Picchu, such as the Salkantay Trek, Lares Trek, Choquequirao to Machu Picchu Trek, or Ausangate Trek ... will include the visit to Machu Picchu citadel on the last day. 

 

Inca Trail trips cannot be hiked independently, so step number one is choosing the correct travel company for you. For this once-in-a-lifetime experience, it really is worth doing your research for hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Arriving to Machu Picchu

LIVE AVAILABILITY

Here is a live link showing Inca Trail availability to show you how many permits are still available.

 

Campsites are allocted by the Ministry of Culture. This generally depends on your group size and how early you book in advance. Camping fcilities are basic which is why we take dining tents and bathroom tents for your group only n your Inca Trail trips.

Campsite on the  Inca Trail
 

Book your Inca Trail 2023 now and avoid disappointment here!

 

Your Inca Trail luxury Trek of course will take you to Machu Picchu. All of our Inca Trail treks Will get you to the Inca Citadel! Machu Picchu is a wonder of the world and when you see it for ourself, you will realize why! Join Us at Valencia Travel for an epic Inca Trail tour!

Approaching Machu Picchu

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