Inca Trail Cost

Inca Trail cost with Bigfoot Machu Picchu

As an official tour operator, Bigfoot Machu Picchu provides everything you need to know about the cost of hiking the Inca Trail. We offer several tour options tailored to the time you have available and the type of experience you’re seeking. Below, we outline each tour, its price, and what is included.

Express Inca Trail—1 day

Price: $399 USD
A perfect option for travelers with limited time who want to hike a section of the original Inca Trail and arrive at Machu Picchu on foot.

Included:

• Round-trip transportation

• Pre-departure briefing

• Licensed English-speaking guide

• Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance tickets

• Round-trip Expedition train tickets

• Bus tickets to Machu Picchu

• Two-hour guided tour at Machu Picchu

• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

• Rain poncho

• Meal service (1 breakfast, 1 box lunch), with dietary options available

• Waterproof daypack covers

Not included:

• Tips

More information about the Express Inca Trail – 1 day

Short Inca Trail—2 days

Price: $480 USD
An ideal mid-length hike that combines trekking with an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.

Included:

• Small group (minimum 2, maximum 8 people)

• Licensed English-speaking guide

• Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance tickets

• Round-trip Expedition train tickets

• Bus tickets to Machu Picchu

• One night at a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes

• Meals (2 breakfasts, 1 box lunch, 1 dinner, 1 snack)

• Pick-up and drop-off service

• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

Not included:

• Lunch on the second day

• Hot springs entrance

• Tips

More information about the Short Inca Trail – 2 days

Classic Inca Trail—4 days

Price: $780 USD
The most iconic route, perfect for those looking to fully experience the traditional Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Included:

• Small group (2 to 8 people)

• Pre-departure briefing and hotel pick-up

• Licensed guide

• Personal porter (up to 7 kg per person)

• Inca Trail and Machu Picchu entrance tickets

• Full camping equipment: tents, mattresses, tables, chairs, portable toilet

• Meals (4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, snacks), including special diets

• Boiled water after each meal

• Guided visit to Machu Picchu

• Expedition train tickets and private transportation back to Cusco

• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

• 24/7 assistance

Not included:

• Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain

• Sleeping bag, trekking poles, inflatable sleeping pad

• Tips

More information about the Classic Inca Trail – 4 days

Extended Inca Trail—5 days

Price: $980 USD
A slower-paced version of the classic trek, ideal for travelers who want more time for rest and exploration.

Included:

• Porter to carry 7 kg of personal belongings

• Licensed guide and full camping support

• All meals included in the itinerary

• Boiled drinking water provided

• Expedition train tickets and private transport back to Cusco

• First aid kit and emergency oxygen

• Three bus tickets between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes

Not included:

• Tips

More information about the Extended Inca Trail – 5 days

Salkantay + Inca Trail—7 days

Price: $1,150 USD
An all-encompassing adventure that combines the Salkantay trek with the sacred Inca Trail route.

Included:

• Transportation from Cusco to km 82

• Licensed guides, cooks, and porters

• Entrance tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu

• Full camping gear and equipment

• Meals (4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 3 snacks), with special diets available

• Boiled water, rain poncho, oxygen, and first aid kit

• Expedition train tickets and private return transportation

• Guided visit to Machu Picchu

• 24-hour guest support throughout the trek

Not included:

• Tips

• Hot springs entrance

More information about the Salkantay + Inca Trail – 7 days

Which Inca Trail route should you choose?

If you are looking for a short yet meaningful experience, the Express Inca Trail or the 2-day hike is ideal. For a more immersive adventure, the 4-day or 5-day routes provide a deeper connection with the trail. And for those seeking a longer, more challenging expedition, the 7-day combination of Salkantay and the Inca Trail offers an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu.