Inca Trail Permits Availability 2026

Check Inca Trail availability by month

Use the calendar below to check the updated dates still available for the Inca Trail in 2026 and plan your trip with complete peace of mind.
The availability shown applies to all Inca Trail routes, including the 1-day hike, the 2-day Short Inca Trail, the 4-day Classic Inca Trail, and the combined trekking routes to Machu Picchu.
We operate tours with a minimum of 2 travelers. Traveling alone? Don’t worry: we’ll assign you to a group so you can enjoy the full Inca Trail experience without any issues.

How to get an Inca Trail permit (Step by step)

Booking your Inca Trail permit is simple, but timing is everything.

Choose your Inca Trail experience

From the classic 4-day hike to shorter or combined routes, we offer different ways to experience the Inca Trail depending on your time, fitness level, and travel style.
All options include permits, expert guides, and entry to Machu Picchu.

Inca Trail video – Route, landscapes, and experience

In these videos, we explore one of the most popular hiking routes in the world: the Inca Trail.
This famous trail leads to the lost city of Machu Picchu in Peru. It is approximately 44 kilometers (27.3 miles) long and is typically completed in four days.

Health and safety on the Inca Trail

Satellite phones

Our top goal is your safety, so we’ve invested in dependable satellite phones, which are one of the most vital instruments for any operator running treks into the Andes. This means that every guide on one of our treks will have a fully charged satellite phone, which our clients can use at any time.

Medical procedures and first aid

All our guides carry oximeters and monitor your condition during the ascent.

Trained staff

Our entire team is trained in first aid and emergency response.

Requirements for the Inca Trail

Passport requirements

If your passport expires in less than 6 months, you only need to renew it before traveling to Peru.

With us, you can book today and secure your Inca Trail permits and Machu Picchu tickets. Then, simply update your details later and you’ll be ready to enjoy this experience worry-free.

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Inca Trail map and 4-day itinerary explanation

If you’re planning to hike the Inca Trail, having a good map is essential. While many resources are available online and in stores, we’ve found that the best way to understand the route is by using a specialized trekking map.

This map was created by a Salkantay Trekking hiker who has completed the route and provides detailed information about each section, including recommendations on where to stop and what to visit.

Below is our own Inca Trail plan, reflecting the type of itinerary you can expect (note that this applies only to hiking days, not transfer days to or from Cusco and Ollantaytambo).

Day 1: Cusco | Piscacucho (KM 82) - Canabamba - Llactapata - Huayllabamba - Ayapata

• Distance: Approx. 8.7 miles / 14 km
• Elevation: 3,300 meters / 10.827 ft
• Difficulty: Moderate day.

Day 2: Ayapata | Dead Woman’s Pass - Pacaymayu – Runkurakay Pass – Sayaqmarka - Chaquiqocha

• Distance: Approx. 9.94 miles / 16 km
• Elevation: 4,215 meters / 13.829 ft
• Difficulty: Challenging day.

Day 3: Chaquiqocha | Phuyupatamarka - Intipata - Wiñay Wayna

• Distance: Approx. 5.59 miles / 9 km
• Elevation: 3,650 meters / 11.975 ft
• Difficulty: Moderate day.

Day 4: Wiñay Wayna - Sun Gate - Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes - Cusco

• Distance: Approx. 3.11 miles / 5 km
• Elevation: 2,720 meters / 8.924 ft
• Difficulty: Moderate day.

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