Inca Trail To The Wonder
of the World Machu Picchu

Inca Trail to Machu Picchu the best route that leads hikers through breathtaking landscapes, ancient ruins and vibrant Quechua culture. From challenging mountain passes to the breathtaking Sun Gate, every step is a fusion of natural beauty and historical wonders. Limited permits guarantee an exclusive experience, making the Inca Trail an unforgettable journey for those seeking adventure, culture and the ultimate reward: the majestic Machu Picchu.


Attractions along the Inca Trail

There are many ruins, great vantage points, and beautiful landscapes along the Classic Inca Trail. The following are a view attractions along the way, many being ruins left behind by the Incas.

Attractions Along the Inca Trail

Ollantaytambo: Ollantaytambo is a small town close to Cusco and an archealogogical site left behind by the Incas. During the time of the Inca Empire, Ollantaytambo was a royal estate and when the Spanish were on their conquest of what is now Peru, it was a stronghold of the Inca resistance. There is a train station where you can get on to go to Aguas Calientes and from there to Machu Picchu.


Temple of the ten windows in Ollantaytambo - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Canabamba: was a small administrative control point left behind by the Incas.

Patallaqta/Patallacta: misidentified as Llaqtapata, means High Place and was a small Inca town and now one of the popular Inca ruins along the Inca Trail.


Patallaqta - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Willka Raqay: is an Inca ruin above Patallacta which was used as a control point.


Willka Raqay - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Wayllabamba:was also a 'llacta' or administrative center by the Incas as well as being a small town with the same name in the area.

Yuncachimpa: Yuncachimpa is a small rest area with bathrooms and a place where you can buy supplies along the Inca Trail.

Llulluchapampa: Llulluchapampa is the last place along the Inca Trail where you can buy supplies until you reach Machu Picchu.

Dead Woman's Pass: Dead Woman's Pass, also known as Warmiwañusqa, is called so because the mountain looks like the profile of a woman looking up at the sky.


Dead Woman's Pass - Inca Trail

Pakaymayu: Pakaymayu is one of the camps along the Inca Trail at 3500 meters and this is also the name of the Pakaymayu Valley.


Pakaymayu - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Runkuraqay: Runkuraqay is an archeological ruin believed to be an administrative point left behind by the Incas.


Runkuraqay - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Runkuraqhay Pass: Runkuraqhay Pass, named for the mountain and ruins of the same name. From this height you will be able to see the valley you just left and the one in front of you along the Inca Trail. This is a great viewpoint and place to take pictures. It's northeast of the Sayacmarka ruins.

Sayacmarka: Sayacmarka is an Inca ruin that is believed to be a village as well as a sacred area, dedicated to the mountains. Sayacmarka means 'place you can't enter/inaccessible.


Sayacmarka - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Chakiccocha: Chakiccocha means 'dry lake' and is one of the campsites along the Inca Trail.

Phuyupatamarka: Phuyupatamarka is a view point and an archeological center. It is believed to be a Llacta or administrative center for the Incas.


Phuyupatamarka - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Inti Pata: Inti Pata was believed to be used as an agricultural center by the Incas.

Wiñayhuayna: Wiñayhuayna means 'forever young' and is considered to be a sacred place along the Inca Trail before coming to Machu Picchu.


Wiñayhuayna - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Intipunku: Intipunku is also called the 'Sun Gate' and leads to Machu Picchu. This is a great vantage point where you'll get your first view of Machu Picchu. It was used by the Incas during their ceremonies for the summer solstice in December.


Inti Punku - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Chachabamba: Chachabamba is an archeological site left behind by the Incas believed to be dedicated to water.


Chachabamba - Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Choquesuysuy: Choquesuysuy is an Inca archaeological site thought to be dedicated to agriculture.