Embark on an extraordinary adventure along the iconic Inca Trail leading to Machu Picchu in 2026! For the upcoming season, permits
will become available starting in October 2025—making it crucial to reserve your place well in advance to join this celebrated hike. Each day, a total of 500 passes are distributed, but only roughly 200 are allocated to hikers themselves; the remainder are designated for guides, porters, and support crews. The busiest periods, particularly from April to June, see permits disappear rapidly—sometimes within just a few hours—because of overwhelming worldwide interest. The trail is accessible throughout the year, except during February when it shuts down for annual upkeep. Under updated rules, those completing the trail will be granted entry solely to Machu Picchu’s Circuit 1, where they’ll enjoy sweeping vistas without direct access to the main ruins. Seize this opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring scenery of the Andes, discover ancient Inca relics, and take part in one of the planet’s most sought-after trekking experiences—plan ahead and get ready for an adventure you’ll never forget!
ALL DEPARTURES 100% GUARANTEED - IF YOU'RE BOOKED, YOU'RE GOING
2026 Inca Trail - Availability
ALL-INCLUSIVE TREK Our treks are all-inclusive, which allows you to travel worry-free and focus 100% on enjoying yourself. We've got you covered with Private transportation, Personal porter included, deluxe camping gear, day backpacks, trekking poles, sleeping bag and deluxe air-pad/pillow/blanket, organic meals, safety equipment, water treatment, emergency communication devices and more!
- We include a porter that will carry your personal belongings in all of our treks at no additional cost.
- We include First aid kit/Emergency Portable Oxygen Tank.
- Black Diamond Hiking Poles
- North Face Sleeping bag - 4 season
- North Face Private Tent
- Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Ultra Air mattress
- National Geographic day back
- Portable Solar Panels for charging the phones.
We offer five different versions of the Inca Trail 2026!
- Classic Inca Trail 4D/3N
- Premium Private Inca Trail - 5D/4N
- Short Inca Trail - 2D/1N
Inca Trail Combines
- Salcantay with Inca trail - 7D/6N
- Ancascocha with Inca trail - 7D/6N
- Lares trek Plus Short Inca Trail 4D
HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR CHANCE OF OBTAINING YOUR INCA TRAIL PERMITS 2026 ? -
After we receive both your BOOKING FORM and booking deposit via PAYPAL, we will put your reservation in queue for your requested preferred date. Once permits are released, we will be ready with all required information to secure your Inca Trail permits before they sell out. Although, we cannot guarantee the successful reservation of your Inca Trail permits for a particular date at this point, we can rely on our 98% efficiency of securing our clients´ first date preferences as in previous years.
Below are some tips on how to maximize your chances of obtaining your Inca Trail permit for your preferred dates:
- Provide all required details via your BOOKING FORM. We must have 100 % accurate passport information for all travellers in your party. If you are in the process of renewing your passport, send us your old passport information and we can later update it with your new passport number.
- Provide us with your first (preferred), second (alternative) and third (alternative) date choices on which to start your Inca Trail hike.
- Be flexible regarding trek starting dates and wait to make all other travel plans and arrangements for after your Inca Trail trek is 100% confirmed.
The most important aspect of this process is obtaining your Inca Trail permits. Additional arrangements pertaining to additional tours, extra nights, upgrade services, equipment rental or dietary restrictions may all be confirmed once we have your Inca Trail permit in our hands!
Please note that once we secure an Inca Trail permit under your name and details, it is 100% non-refundable and non-transferable. The Ministry of Culture (regulating body of the Inca Trail) does not allow for any name, passport number or date changes.
