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How long does it take to do the Inca Trail?

The duration of the Inca Trail depends on which of the two circuits you decide to do the excursion.

Classic Inca Trail 4 days: it has a duration of 4 days and 3 nights, the nights are in campsites along the Inca Trail.

  • Day 1: Cusco – Huayllabamba (13km)
  • Day 2: Huayllabamba – Pacaymayo (11km)
  • Day 3: Pacaymayo – Wiñay Huayna (16km)
  • Day 4: Wiñay Huayna – Machu Picchu (3km)

Short Inca Trail 2 days: it has a duration of 2 days and 1 night, the night is in a hotel in Aguas de Calientes.

  • Day 1: Cusco – km 104 – Aguas Calientes (11km)
  • Day 2: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu (2km)