CHECK INCA TRAIL AVAILABILITY
Planning to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? The first step is choosing your route and checking permit availability.
The Inca Trail operates with a limited number of official permits each day, and every permit is linked to a specific traveler and departure date. Popular dates can sell out months in advance, so we recommend checking availability as early as possible.
CHOOSE YOUR INCA TRAIL
CLASSIC INCA TRAIL — 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Hike the original Inca Trail through spectacular Andean landscapes, ancient archaeological sites, high mountain passes, stone stairways, and cloud forest before reaching Machu Picchu through the Inti Punku – Sun Gate.
BEST FOR: Travelers looking for the complete Inca Trail experience.
SHORT INCA TRAIL — 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
Discover Chachabamba, Wiñay Wayna, the original Inca Trail, Inti Punku – Sun Gate, and Machu Picchu in a shorter adventure.
BEST FOR: Travelers who want to experience the Inca Trail without committing to four days of trekking.
SHORT INCA TRAIL — FULL DAY
Perfect for travelers with limited time who want to hike a historic section of the Inca Trail, explore Wiñay Wayna, and reach Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate.
BEST FOR: Travelers with limited time who still want an authentic Inca Trail experience
HOW TO CHECK AVAILABILITY
01 — CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE
Select the Inca Trail experience that best matches your travel plans, fitness level, and available time.
02 — SELECT YOUR DATE
Choose the date you would like to begin your trek. If your preferred date is unavailable, consider checking nearby dates. Flexibility can significantly increase your chances of finding permits.
03 — ENTER YOUR GROUP SIZE
Tell us how many people will be traveling. Each traveler requires an individual permit, registered with their passport information.
04 — CHECK AVAILABILITY
Click CHECK AVAILABILITY to see the current options for your selected route, date, and number of travelers.
PERMITS ARE LIMITED — BOOK EARLY
Inca Trail permits are limited, date-specific, and non-transferable. Availability can change quickly, particularly during the busiest trekking months.
For travel between May and August, we strongly recommend planning and checking availability several months in advance.
YOUR PREFERRED DATE MATTERS.
The earlier you check, the more options you may have.
Choose your trail. Select your date. Check availability. Let Peru Hikers take care of the rest.
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