Machu Picchu & Inca Trail Tours

Enshrouded in clouds and perched surreally among the verdant slopes of the Andes, the grand temples and terraces of Machu Picchu in Peru are one of the most awe-inspiring sights on Earth. Widely considered as the most spectacular legacy of the Inca Empire, no trip to Peru is complete without a visit and for many the only way to experience it is by arriving on foot.

Machu Picchu was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983 and amazingly it appears much like it did when Hiram Bingham re-discovered the site in 1911 thanks to carefully managed conservation programs.

Following in the footsteps of the ancient Incas, visiting the impressive ancient Inca sites along the way, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu has been coined by many as ‘the best short trek in the world”. While the trek to Machu Picchu along the Inca Trail is only four days it should not be underestimated. You will be walking over hilly and rugged terrain with lots of stairs and the altitude should also be considered. The highest point of the trail is 4200m.

Hiking the Inca Trail is not the only way to get to Machu Picchu on foot. Treks along the Salcantay Trail provide an alternate route for trekkers looking to avoid the hassle of a permit and to walk away from the crowds. The Salcantay Trail is no less remarkable than the Inca Trail with an array of breathtaking scenery – from snow-capped mountains to cloud forests – that will make you feel closer to nature.

World Expeditions has specialised in high quality treks along the Inca Trail and to Machu Picchu for over three decades. Join us on one of our amazing walking and trekking trips to Machu Picchu.