{"id":35246,"date":"2024-08-16T21:26:19","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T09:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/?p=35246"},"modified":"2025-06-17T19:08:15","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T00:08:15","slug":"the-inca-trail-routes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Inca Trail routes: differences and which one to choose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hello, bloggers. Today we are going to talk about a key topic for adventurers: The main routes of the Inca Trail and their differences. If you are planning a trip to Machu Picchu and want to hike this famous network of trails, here we will explain the options you have, their characteristics and which one can be the best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"850\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Las-rutas-del-Camino-Inca.webp\" alt=\"The Inca Trail routes\" class=\"wp-image-35212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Las-rutas-del-Camino-Inca.webp 2000w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Las-rutas-del-Camino-Inca-768x326.webp 768w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Las-rutas-del-Camino-Inca-1536x653.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Classic_Inca_Trail_4_days_3_nights\" >Classic Inca Trail (4 days, 3 nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Characteristics\" >Characteristics:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Who_is_it_ideal_for\" >Who is it ideal for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Short_Inca_Trail_2_days_1_night\" >Short Inca Trail (2 days, 1 night)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Characteristics-2\" >Characteristics:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Who_is_it_ideal_for-2\" >Who is it ideal for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Salkantay_Trek_5_days_4_nights\" >Salkantay Trek (5 days, 4 nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Characteristics-3\" >Characteristics:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Who_is_it_ideal_for-3\" >Who is it ideal for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Lares_Trek_4_days_3_nights\" >Lares Trek (4 days, 3 nights)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Characteristics-4\" >Characteristics:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Who_is_it_ideal_for-4\" >Who is it ideal for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Choquequirao_Trek_8-9_days\" >Choquequirao Trek (8-9 days)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Characteristics-5\" >Characteristics:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Who_is_it_ideal_for-5\" >Who is it ideal for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Conclusion_Which_route_to_choose\" >Conclusion: Which route to choose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/the-inca-trail-routes\/#Contact_Us\" >Contact Us:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Inca_Trail_4_days_3_nights\"><\/span>Classic Inca Trail (4 days, 3 nights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most popular route and the one that follows the original Inca trail. It is a demanding hike, but rewarded with incredible scenery and the triumphant arrival at Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (Inti Punku).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics\"><\/span>Characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-f2383bf7-cb8e-498f-825e-12fb2e1b8efd\">\n<li>Distance: Approximately 43 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: High.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting point: Km 82 of the railway to Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily trekking time: 6 to 8 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum altitude: 4,215 m (Warmiwa\u00f1usca Pass or Dead Woman&#8217;s Pass).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attractions on the route: Wi\u00f1ay Wayna, Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and the entrance to Machu Picchu through Inti Punku.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_it_ideal_for\"><\/span>Who is it ideal for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For travelers in good physical condition who are looking for an immersive experience in the history and nature of the Inca Trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-4-dias-2-1.webp\" alt=\"The Inca Trail routes\" class=\"wp-image-35220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-4-dias-2-1.webp 2000w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-4-dias-2-1-768x461.webp 768w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-4-dias-2-1-1536x922.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short_Inca_Trail_2_days_1_night\"><\/span>Short Inca Trail (2 days, 1 night)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This shorter version is ideal for those who cannot do the full trek but wish to experience the Inca Trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics-2\"><\/span>Characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-bbb08d62-4ccd-40b2-a80a-d4fb3c34f872\">\n<li>Distance: 10-12 km.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: Moderate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting point: Km 104 of the railway to Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daily trekking time: 5 to 6 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum altitude: 2,720 m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attractions on the route: Wi\u00f1ay Wayna and Inti Punku (Sun Gate).<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_it_ideal_for-2\"><\/span>Who is it ideal for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who have less time and want to walk to Machu Picchu without an extreme hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-2d.webp\" alt=\"The Inca Trail routes\" class=\"wp-image-35223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-2d.webp 1920w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-2d-768x380.webp 768w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/camino-inca-2d-1536x760.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salkantay_Trek_5_days_4_nights\"><\/span>Salkantay Trek (5 days, 4 nights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most famous alternative routes and offers impressive mountain scenery before reaching Aguas Calientes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics-3\"><\/span>Characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-7b92e959-3c30-47be-915a-f21c7754ded5\">\n<li>Distance: 72 km approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: High.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting point: Mollepata or Soraypampa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum altitude: 4,650 m (Salkantay Pass).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attractions on the route: Humantay Lagoon, Salkantay Pass, Santa Teresa, Hydroelectric and Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_it_ideal_for-3\"><\/span>Who is it ideal for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For viajeros que buscan una ruta menos concurrida, con paisajes espectaculares de monta\u00f1as, valles y selva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Salkantay-Trek-6-Days.webp\" alt=\"Salkantay Trek \" class=\"wp-image-35228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Salkantay-Trek-6-Days.webp 1200w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/Salkantay-Trek-6-Days-768x480.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lares_Trek_4_days_3_nights\"><\/span>Lares Trek (4 days, 3 nights)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A less traveled route that combines Andean culture and impressive natural landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics-4\"><\/span>Characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-0359d329-6857-4d42-aed6-965c2728f1aa\">\n<li>Distance: 33-40 km (depending on the variant chosen).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: Moderate to high.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting point: Lares.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum altitude: 4,450 m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attractions along the route: Andean communities, Lares hot springs, panoramic views and Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_it_ideal_for-4\"><\/span>Who is it ideal for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who disean una experiencia m\u00e1s cultural, interactuando con comunidades locales y con menos afluencia de turistas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/lares-trek-cusco.webp\" alt=\"Lares Trek\" class=\"wp-image-35233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/lares-trek-cusco.webp 1024w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/lares-trek-cusco-768x280.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choquequirao_Trek_8-9_days\"><\/span>Choquequirao Trek (8-9 days)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most challenging treks, which not only leads to Machu Picchu, but also to the impressive Inca citadel of Choquequirao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics-5\"><\/span>Characteristics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-list\"><ul class=\"advgblist-89f63f16-4242-4e6c-9194-525177898d65\">\n<li>Distance: 90 km approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty: Very high.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starting point: Cachora.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (Choquequirao).<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Attractions on the route: Archaeological site of Choquequirao, mountain scenery and Machu Picchu at the end of the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_it_ideal_for-5\"><\/span>Who is it ideal for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For adventurers with experience in trekking for several days and looking for an expedition less your own.r\u00edstica.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1107\" src=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/choquequirao-trekk.webp\" alt=\"Choquequirao Trek\" class=\"wp-image-35241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/choquequirao-trekk.webp 1600w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/choquequirao-trekk-768x531.webp 768w, https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/wp-content\/uploads\/choquequirao-trekk-1536x1063.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Which_route_to_choose\"><\/span>Conclusion: Which route to choose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice depends on your available time, level of experience and the type of adventure you are looking for. If you want the authentic experience, the Classic Inca Trail is the best option. If you prefer something shorter, the Short Inca Trail is ideal. For those looking for breathtaking scenery, the Salkantay Trek is a great alternative. If you are interested in Andean culture, the Lares Trek is perfect. And if you want a challenging expedition, the Choquequirao Trek is the most extreme option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever your choice, be well prepared and enjoy the adventure, thank you for trusting Dreamy Tours for your trip to Machu Picchu!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-us\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_Us\"><\/span>Contact Us:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, please contact us&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/\">DREAMY TOURS<\/a><\/strong>, we will be happy to answer all your questions about Peru,&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/bolivia\/\">Bolivia<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/chile\/\">Chile<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We specialize in tours and travel packages as a Travel Agency. 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