{"id":5083,"date":"2023-10-27T16:32:56","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T21:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inkatrailbackpacker.com\/blog\/?p=5083"},"modified":"2023-11-15T18:21:13","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T23:21:13","slug":"hiking-to-machu-picchu-peruvian-andes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inkatrailbackpacker.com\/blog\/en\/hiking-to-machu-picchu-peruvian-andes","title":{"rendered":"Hiking to Machu Picchu: Exploring the Treasures of the Peruvian Andes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Peru is renowned worldwide for being the home of Machu Picchu<\/strong><\/a>, one of the most impressive archaeological wonders on the planet. However, reaching this ancient Inca city can be an adventure in itself, and for hiking and adventure enthusiasts, there are various routes that offer unique and enriching experiences. Beyond the iconic Inca Trail, Peru offers exciting alternatives, such as the Classic Inca Trail<\/strong><\/a>, Salkantay Trek<\/strong><\/a>, Lares Trek<\/strong><\/a>, Inca Jungle Trek<\/a>,<\/strong> and Choquequirao Trek<\/strong><\/a>, allowing you to explore this land filled with history and natural beauty. Here is a detailed description of these exciting hiking routes in Peru.<\/p>\n

The Inca Trail<\/strong> is the most iconic and popular route to reach Machu Picchu<\/strong>. This trail follows the original paths used by the Incas from the Sacred Valley<\/strong><\/a> to the citadel. Along this hike, trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking views, archaeological sites, and an immersion into Inca culture. The Inca Trail is in high demand<\/strong>, meaning advanced booking is required, as only a limited number of visitors are allowed per day. You can choose between the 4-day Classic Inca Trail or the shorter 2-day version, depending on your preference and availability.<\/p>\n

Key Routes for the Inca Trail:<\/h2>\n

Classic 4-Day Inca Trail:<\/h3>\n

This is the most popular option, completed in four days, covering a distance of approximately 43 kilometers. Hikers will experience a diverse range of landscapes, from mountainous areas to dense cloud forests. The highlight of the hike is the arrival at Machu Picchu<\/strong> via the famous \u00abSun Gate.\u00bb<\/p>\n

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Details<\/th>\nClassic Inca Trail<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Number of Days<\/td>\n4D\/3N<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distance<\/td>\nApproximately 45 km (28 mi)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maximum Altitude<\/td>\nApproximately 4,200 m (13,779 ft) at Warmiwanusca<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Difficulty<\/td>\nModerate to Difficult<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Avg. Walking Distance\/Day<\/td>\nApproximately 12 km (7.5 mi)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best Time to Go<\/td>\nMay, June, July, and August. The dry months from May to September are the best. The trail is closed in February.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accommodation<\/td>\nCamping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n\t\t