Inca Trail distance: 43 km (4 days) or 12 km (2 days). Day-by-day breakdown with distances and altitudes.
The classic Inca Trail is 43 km over 4 days. The short version is 12 km in 2 days. Here's the breakdown.
Distance by day — 4-Day Inca Trail (43 km)
| Day | Route | Distance | Altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Km 82 → Huayllabamba | 13 km | 2,720 → 3,000 m |
| Day 2 | Huayllabamba → Pacaymayo | 11 km | 3,000 → 4,215 → 3,600 m |
| Day 3 | Pacaymayo → Wiñayhuayna | 16 km | 3,600 → 2,650 m |
| Day 4 | Wiñayhuayna → Machu Picchu | 3 km | 2,650 → 2,430 m |
2-Day Inca Trail (12 km)
| Day | Route | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Km 104 → Wiñayhuayna → Intipunku | 12 km |
| Day 2 | Machu Picchu visit | — |
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43 kilometers of Inca roads, 4 days of adventure, 1 unforgettable arrival at Machu Picchu.
