G Adventures Inca Trail Review: What to Expect on The Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu

If you’re an enthusiast for epic hikes, mysterious ancient cities and breathtaking scenery, then no doubt hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu will appear somewhere on your travel bucket list. It certainly was near the top of mine!

If you’re thinking of doing the Inca Trail trek, this article is for you! This G Adventures Inca Trail review is packed with tons of useful information about what to expect.

Although most tours will offer a similar itinerary, I choose to do the G Adventures Inca Trail tour. I opted for a few days before the hike, exploring the Sacred Valley, before embarking on the 4 day Inca Trail trek.

You can, of course, visit Machu Picchu as a day trip from Cusco or Aguas Calientes, however, for the more adventurous traveller, I highly recommend the Inca Trail hike. Find out why I chose to hike the Inca Trail with G Adventures. Let’s go!

The Machu Picchu Inca Trail Review

This Inca Trail G Adventures guide is divided into easy-to-digest sections. The first section covers useful information you should know, regardless of which Inca Trail tour you opt for.

The second section goes into specifics about why I chose G Adventures and what to expect – I’ll add that I paid for this trip myself, I was not sponsored by G Adventures to just say positive stuff, so this Machu Picchu hike review is an account based purely on my experience.

The final section is filled with Inca Trail tips and FAQs that I’ve been asked about doing the Machu Picchu Inca Trail hike so you’ll know exactly what to expect when you trek the Inca Trail.

If you don’t have time to read the whole article right now, then you can download this packing list and information sheet straight to your inbox.

Why I Wanted to Hike the Inca Trail, Peru

If you’ve followed this blog for a while, you’ll have learnt about my obsession with ancient civilisations and ruins. I blame this on when I was a kid. 

I used to love this cartoon called ‘The Mysterious Cities of Gold‘ which followed the adventures of three children and their hunt for this ancient lost city in South America – although it wasn’t strictly based on Peruvian ancient sites, it planted the seed for a love for ancient civilizations.

Since then, The Inca Trail in Peru had been on my bucket list for what felt like ever and was top of my must-see things in Peru. 

Inca Trail Adventure Tour – Know Before You Go

Until 1911, the Lost City of the Inca remained forgotten until the explorer Hiram Bingham III discovered it. He was actually looking for a different ancient city but stumbled across the ruins of Machu Picchu. 

The beautifully preserved ancient site had been hidden away for centuries until its discovery. Today, the Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu is one of Peru’s most iconic landmarks and top attractions.

How Long Is the Inca Trail Trek?

The Inca Trail trek is a 43 km (26 mi) journey through stunning landscapes, ancient ruins, and diverse ecosystems. The Inca Trail tour I chose was spread over 4 days, ending the journey at the amazing Machu Picchu in Peru.

How High Is Inca Trail?

The Inca Trail’s highest section is known as ‘Dead Woman’s Pass,’ climbing up to approximately 4,215 meters above sea level. This is the part of the trail most people struggle on because of the altitude. The ruins of Machu Picchu rest at an elevation of 2,430 meters above sea level.

How Long Does It Take To Hike the Inca Trail?

Depending on which tour you take, the Inca Trail hike takes 2 to 4 days. This offers different options for trekkers. Some complete it in 2 days, while others prefer a more leisurely 4-day journey – the longer trek gives you more time to take in the diverse landscapes and ancient sites along the trail.

Inca Trail Difficulty

If you’re a bit anxious about the Inca Trail hike difficulty, then you’ll be pleased to hear that it’s only classed as a moderate-level hike, so technically most people can do it. However, parts of it are demanding. What makes it tough is that the 43 km (26 mi) route is at a high altitude with several steep inclines.

As long as you have a good level of fitness you will be fine. If you do have issues with your knees, make sure you take a pair of hiking poles, some of the downward sections are very tough on your joints.

You can prepare for your Inca Trail adventure by doing local day hikes in your home country, or if you’re not near anywhere with steep inclines, then join a gym that has treadmills and set them to incline mode.

The great thing, and what I mention later in my Inca Trail review, is that G Adventures provides two guides. One will lead from the front of the group, and the other guide stays at the back of the group and walks at the pace of the slowest person. There was no pressure at any point to have to keep up with the fastest people in the group.

The Best Time to Trek the Inca Trail

Peru has two seasons; the dry season (April – November) and the wet season (December – March). You can hike The Inca Trail all year round, except for February. Each year the Inca Trail shuts for a month for essential maintenance work, so it’s worth bearing this in mind before you plan your trip to Peru. 

The ruins of Machu Picchu itself are open all year round, and there are alternate hiking routes, such as the Lares Trek, if the official Inca Trail is shut.

The best time to trek Inca Trail is either May or October, this is because it’s slightly warmer and dryer than June, July and August, which is the peak time for tourists (which also coincides with summer vacations in the northern hemisphere).

The temperature on the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu can vary. At certain times of the year, night-time temperatures can drop to freezing. In August, daytime temperatures are around 20°C/68°F and drop to 12°C/54°F at night (and even colder). In December temperatures are about 26˚C/79˚F during the day and approximately 16˚C/61˚F at night.

The weather on the Inca Trail, as I experienced, can vary a lot. I did the trek in January which was right in the middle of the rainy season but had a mix of gloriously sunny days followed by wind and rain the next. Ideally, you’ll most likely want to visit when the weather on Inca Trail is dryer, so aim from April onwards.

The Inca Trail Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness is a very real thing, although it affects everyone slightly differently. Ideally, you’ll want to spend a couple of days in Cusco before starting on any of the Inca Trail hiking tours so your body can acclimatise.

I was in Lake Titicaca (3,810 meters above sea level) and Cusco (3,249 meters above sea level) for about a week before I did the Inca Trail, so my body was used to the thinner air. Initially, I had mild headaches, tingly fingers and feet and was a bit out of breath. I just took it easy, relaxed and the feeling passed in a couple of days.

As a generalisation, to feel the effects of altitude sickness, you’ll need to be above 2,500 meters. The highest part of the Inca Trail is a section called ‘Dead Woman’s Pass’ which is around 4,215 meters above sea level. The ruins of Machu Picchu sit at 2,430 meters above sea level.

Travel Insurance for Inca Trail

Because of the nature of the Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu, you need to make sure you have suitable travel insurance. At our pre-departure briefing, our guides checked our insurance documents to see if we were covered.

Inca trail trekking requires specific insurance, so you need to check that your policy covers you for high-altitude hiking. Most general travel insurance doesn’t cover this as standard. 

Although you won’t probably find a specific Inca Trail insurance, you’ll at least be able to get a policy that covers you to an altitude of more than 5,000 meters.

The go-to company I always use (and that will give you Inca Trail travel insurance) is True Traveller. Any time I’ve had an issue, they’ve been really quick at sorting the problem. The downside for my US (or rest of world) readers is that they only cover European travellers. A great alternative is World Nomads which will offer insurance for hiking the Inca Trail.

G Adventures Inca Trail Review

I have done quite a few trips already with G Adventures, and every time, I was very impressed with them, from the itineraries they offered, the travel style and of course the guides and staff.

I’m always a bit dubious about booking on to any group tour, I’m mostly a solo traveller so being with a bunch of other people makes me quite angst about not having the freedom I would usually have with independent travel.

While I was researching the Inca Trail, I also knew I was only interested in doing it with one of the best Inca trail tour companies. I’d read awful stories of some companies not treating the staff properly in terms of not providing them with suitable equipment, or paying them a fair wage.

NOTE: This is NOT a sponsored article. G Adventures did not fund my trip in exchange for me to say nice things about them. I funded this trip myself and based my review on my personal experiences. All views and opinions are my own.

Why Choose G Adventures for the Inca Trail?

I mentioned before about only being interested in joining one of the best Inca Trail tours, although I did read a ton of reviews, as well as delved into what other companies were offering, G Adventures came up tops all around.

It’s true, G Adventures were a little more expensive than some of the other tours I looked at, but when you looked into it, there were a lot of little extras that G Adventures did do and provide, that the competitors didn’t.

• As standard, you’ll have a local and knowledgeable guide – more than that, we had 2 guides. And although they were Peruvian, their English was excellent, so communication was never an issue. Within G Adventures, they call their guides the CEO – in this case, this translates to the Chief Experience Officer.

• One of the key things I was looking for, was how well the staff were treated, in particular the porters (who are absolute superheroes – you’ll find out why later). G Adventures pays their team a fair wage, as well as ensures any equipment is in top nick.

• G Adventures has over 20 years’ worth of experience in offering top-notch tours. Don’t just take my word for it (you can check out these reviews on TourRadar. They certainly know how to provide fantastic small-group tours.

• G Adventures is an ethical company. The Planeterra Foundation was founded by G Adventures in 2003. This foundation focuses on social enterprise in tourism, which ensures that money coming into the area, stays in the area and goes straight to locally owned projects.

• G Adventures is the market leader in the promotion of responsible travel and tourism.

• They also offer their Travel with Confidence Guarantee which gives you peace of mind when booking.

• And this is one of my favourite things about G Adventures, they don’t have a solo traveller surcharge. This means I wasn’t penalised for not booking as a couple – so this got a big thumbs up.

• If you’re still not convinced, then you can read more G Adventures Machu Picchu reviews here. 

Which G Adventures Machu Picchu Adventure Was Right for Me?

G Adventures offers several different tours that incorporate trekking the Inca Trail. Originally, I was just going to do the 4-day tour, but I opted for the one called ‘The Inca Trail’, which is their 7-day tour.

I ended up choosing this tour as it included other ruins in the Sacred Valley that I wanted to see anyway, and would have been a hassle to get to on my own. The 7-day option also included my original plan of the 4-day Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu.

What’s Included in the G Adventure Machu Picchu Inca Trail Tour?

Naturally, this will differ slightly depending on which tour you book. I opted to do this 7 day Inca Trail tour, however, these things will be included with the price of the 4 day Inca Trail trek part on all of the tours I suggested above;

• G Adventures Cusco representative
• Accommodation in a hotel in Cusco the night before you depart.
• Inca Trail guided hike, with guides, porters and cooks during the 4 days on the Inca Trail
• Specialist Inca Trail CEO – Chief Experience Officer
• A guided tour of Machu Picchu plus free time to explore on your own.
• Private transport, in a comfortable mini-van between destinations and to/from included activities
• All meals included – Your breakfast, lunches and dinners (while on the Inca Trail).
• Scenic train ride back from Aguas Calientes
• Camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, inflatable mattress etc.)
• Inca Trail Permit and entrance ticket to Machu Picchu

G Adventures Machu Picchu Reviews

Everything was so easy as it’s all been planned for you so you just have to turn up and have fun!

Hannah C, TrustPilot on the The Inca Trail: 7D/6N Tour

Everything was fantastic from the information leading up to departure to the team of people that worked on the mountain. I couldn’t thank them enough.

Ben T, TrustPilot on the The Inca Trail: 7D/6N Tour

Looking for more G Adventures Inca Trail reviews, then head here to find out more.

Benefits of Taking a Group Inca Trail Tour to Machu Picchu

I nearly always travel solo, not because I’m anti-social, but more for freedom and convenience. However, sometimes, it’s nice to share an experience with other people. Although I will always love independent travel, there are benefits to doing small group tours.

• Someone else deals with the organisation and planning for you.
• You get to share the experience and connect with like-minded people
• You get a ton of insider knowledge from your guide
• Small group tours are great for making new friends 
• And of course, there’s no more struggling to take photos of yourself, and you’ll have tons of photos to share to remind you of the antics from your Inca Trail adventures.

Machu Picchu Hike Review – The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

If you are looking for an adventure of a lifetime, you should definitely consider hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. In this section, I will share with you my experience of the Machu Picchu hike with G Adventures and why I think it is one of the best things you can do in Peru.

Day 1 – Cusco

My 7 day Inca Trail trek started in Cusco. I had already been in Cusco for a few days before starting the tour, so didn’t have to worry about altitude sickness – my body had already acclimatised as I had been at Lake Titicaca (3,810 meters above sea level) before arriving in Cusco (3,249 meters above sea level). My day in the UNESCO city was fairly relaxed, as I waited for the rest of the group to arrive.

If you’re flying straight to Cusco from a low-altitude city, such as Lima, then I recommend arriving a couple of days before your Inca Trail trip starts to allow your body to acclimatise.

In the late afternoon, we all gathered in our hotel where we were introduced to the rest of our group and our guides, after the introductions, we had our briefing and were given more details on what to expect over the coming week. We also got to ask questions as well as do our all-important equipment check.

It’s useful to know that Cusco has a lot of outdoor shops. If you forgot to pack something for the Inca Trail, don’t panic, you will have a chance on this day to pick something up.

One of the things the guides will need to see during the briefing is your travel insurance.

If you don’t have a policy that covers you for altitude hiking, you will have to purchase it now. You need to make sure your policy covers you for hiking up to 5k altitude.

Day 2 – The Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo

We had an early start and after a tasty breakfast at our hotel and our last-minute packing, we were all set. Our tour of the Sacred Valley started with a visit to the Women’s Weaving Co-op and then to see locally produced pottery at Ccaccaccollo Community.

Both of these projects are supported by the G Adventures Planeterra scheme. Part of G Adventures’ mission is to put tourist money straight back into the local communities, and these women-owned initiatives were two successful outcomes of this. 

If you’ve been to Peru any time, you can’t fail but notice the strikingly rich and colourful textiles. If you’re looking for an authentic textile gift from Peru, this is where you’ll find it.

We stopped for a hearty lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. I’ll talk more about the food as I go on, but just as a heads up, – ALL the food I ate on this trip was phenomenal!

After lunch, we set off for the valley town of Ollantaytambo. You’ll have a guided tour of the ruins, before having free time to explore the site. You’ll then head back to the picturesque cobblestoned town. 

The town has a very relaxed feel to it, however, there are a couple of shops which are tailored towards anyone walking the Inca Trail who has forgotten something. I think most of our group bought a walking pole (they were essentially a broom handle, with a little colourful embroidered cover over the top). If you don’t have actual walking poles, I suggest getting one of these sticks.

It’s a good idea to spend the evening relaxing. But if you get the opportunity, I highly recommend visiting one of the local Chicherias and trying their locally made purple beer made from fermented corn!

Day 3 – The Inca Trail – Setting Off

We had another early start – there’s a theme running here! – to give us time to have a decent breakfast and pack our stuff. This is the last bit of civilisation you’ll see for the next few days. If you’re wondering what to take on Inca Trail, there is a list a little later on. 

If you have any large pieces of luggage or items with you, that you don’t plan to carry on the Inca Trail, then you can leave them at the hotel. Only pack your essentials, because you’ll be carrying them for the next few days.

From Ollantaytambo, it’s an 82km drive to the start of the Machu Picchu trek. When we arrived, of course, we took advantage of a great photo opportunity at the start of the trail. This is where we met the rest of our crew; the porters and the cooks along with all the camping equipment. This is now officially where The Inca Trail begins.

This first day of hiking feels more like a pleasant stroll through the countryside. You’ll ease into the adventure with a straightforward day of hiking along the meandering streams and rivers and through stunning Andean scenery passing by ancient Incan ruins and stopping regularly to take it all in.

You’ll soon learn that the porters have the power of superhumans. They will carry everything (apart from your personal items), overtake you on the trail, and set up the camp for when you arrive.

The first evening at the camp was comfortable with a hearty meal washed down with coca tea. After dinner and with a full belly, everyone had that relaxed feeling. 

Some of us stayed up chatting for a while in the communal tent, while others slipped off to their own tents. The air is very cool at night, so certainly pack some warm layers to sleep in if you feel the cold easily.

Day 4 – The Inca Trail – Dead Woman’s Pass

We were woken early by the crew with a delicious cup of warming coca tea as well as a basin of hot water so we could wash. I’ll go into more about washing on the Inca Trail in the FAQ section below.

If you’re not sure what coca tea is, it’s the dried leaves of the coca plant, the same plant that cocaine comes from, steeped in boiling water. Coca tea is legal in lots of South America and it can help alleviate the effects of altitude sickness. It also has a slight numbing effect if you chew the leaves. However, don’t try to bring it back as a souvenir as it’s illegal in lots of countries.

Today is when you climb the highest part of the Inca Trail as it follows a long and steady incline to Warmiwañusca – aka Dead Woman’s Pass.

The weather on the Inca Trail can be inclement. In contrast to the fabulous weather we have had so far, today it rained! A LOT! So needless to say, this wasn’t my favourite day on the Inca Trail. If you suffer badly from altitude sickness, or you didn’t have enough time before this trip to acclimatize, you will feel it the most today.

The hike, at the highest point, reaches 4,198m. I’d consider myself a fairly fit person, however, with the altitude it’s exhausting and I needed to stop at regular intervals.

The great thing about having two guides on the Inca Trail is that on tough parts of the trail, like today, one guide will stay at the front of the group, and one will stay at the back of the group. This meant that there was no pressure if someone needed to walk slowly and take a lot of breaks.

By the time I reached the top of Dead Woman’s Pass, the rain was beginning to ease. The rain had made the route down the other side incredibly slippery. This was one of those times when the walking pole was an absolute saviour, and I was thankful for the extra support they gave as I was scrambling my way over the slippery boulders and steps.

Of course, our fabulous porters and cooks had run on ahead, up the steep incline of Dead Woman’s Pass, and down the treacherous other side, had set up camp and cooked; all by the time we arrived. Everyone in our group was constantly in awe at the stamina and strength of these guys.

Day 5 – The Inca Trail – Cloud Forest & Ruins

After a well-deserved rest from yesterday’s tough hike, I was glad to hear today would be a little gentler….a little, However, today’s section of The Inca Trail covered two passes. The first one is Runquraqay at 3,950m.

We got up, packed and set off (and of course, our superhero porters managed to pack up camp and overtake us). Eventually, we reached the summit when our guide stopped at the top and pointed out a cloudy spot on the horizon. 

On a clear day, we should have been able to see a snow-capped mountain called Cordillera Vilcabamba. Unfortunately, there was too much cloud to even get a glimpse. 

The trail then started to descend and headed down into the Cloud Forest, before ascending again. I kept my fingers crossed in the hope of seeing one of the shy spectacled bears. In the UK, the adventures of Paddington Bear were a big thing during my childhood. The cute character, Paddington Bear was a spectacled bear, and according to the books, he came from deepest darkest Peru!

The terrain starts to incline again, the highest part of this pass is 3,700m. On this section of the Inca Trail, we got to walk amongst the ruins of an ancient Incan settlement. 

Eventually, we reached the ruins of Phuyupatamarca which translates to the “town above the clouds.” Quite an apt name seeing as we’re at 3,650m! Of course, we had some time here to either sit, relax and admire the view, or explore the ruins.

The trail looks down on the Urubamba Valley, which makes an amazing panoramic shot. After our break at the ruins, we continued our downhill meander before moving on to tonight’s camp at Wiñay Wayna ruins at a much more comfortable 2,650 meters.

Day 6 – The Inca Trail – Sun Gate to Machu Picchu

So, if you thought the previous few days had uncomfortably early starts, then you’ll hate today. The final day of the hike starts before the sun is even up. We were woken at 3.30 with a hot cup of coca tea to try to entice us out of our warm beds.

The reason for the unearthly wake-up time was that we wanted to be at the Sun Gate to see the sun rising, casting the first rays of light over the ancient city of Machu Picchu. After packing up and setting off by torchlight, and scrambling along the trail in the dark (note: take a decent head torch!) we eventually reached the Sun Gate.

As romantic as the idea sounded to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu, we had clouds that morning. The promised ‘Sun Gate’ was certainly more of a ‘cloud gate’ on this day. We did have fun taking photos, pointing to where the gate should have been before setting off again.

Our group made it down to Machu Picchu as the clouds began to break. Although I had seen countless images of the lost city, nothing quite prepared me for how stunning it was in real life.

It’s every bit as impressive as the guidebooks state and more! I was also pleasantly surprised that it’s a lot bigger in real life than any photo makes out (unlike the portrait of the Mona Lisa in Paris, which is disappointingly small).

Thankfully, the clouds were just beginning to break as we arrived, and then the elusive sun came out to show off Machu Picchu in all her glory.

Once you arrive at Machu Picchu, you’ll be ushered down to the ticket gate to check-in, and meet your official guide to the site. Our tour lasted a couple of hours, before being given free time to explore the ruins by ourselves. 

The great thing about being at the site so early was that we had the place nearly to ourselves. As the morning went on, the crowds seemed to multiply.

While you’re exploring the site, be sure to walk out to the Inca Bridge. This tiny, unassuming bridge looks like it’s just been balanced on the cliff face. This used to be one of the routes into the city. You cannot walk across it, and even if I could, I’m not sure I’d want to take my chances on this skinny piece of wood resting over the sheer drop of the valley down below.

After perusing as much Machu Picchu, as possible, our group reconvened to catch the tourist bus down to the town of Aguas Calientes. The town is a bustling hive of activity, and although a bit on the shabby side, certainly had a buzz about it. It’s famed for its hot waters, hence the name.

You’ll have a bit of time in the town, however, after the insanely early start, most of our group was happy to relax until our train arrived. 

The train has a very retro feel to it, as it trundles away along through the Sacred Valley on the route back to Ollantaytambo. The train has windows on the ceiling, so you really do get a panoramic view of the scenery.

We arrived back in Ollantaytambo, where we collected the luggage we had left there, before heading back to Cusco in the minivan.

Day 7 – Cusco

This was our final day, where we said goodbye to our guides and our tight-knit unit. I opted to stay another day in Cusco, exhilarated yet exhausted and reflecting on the outstanding Inca Trail experience I’d just had.

So, is hiking the Inca Trail worth it? 100% yes. 

The whole experience exceeded my expectations, I’m so glad I chose the G Adventures Inca Trail. I can wholeheartedly say this was the best Inca Trail tour I could have hoped for.

There is nothing I would change. Ok, so perhaps the weather, but that aside, I would do the whole experience, exactly the same if I ever get the opportunity. 

If you’re in the early stages of planning your Inca Trail Machu Picchu tour, then certainly consider any one of the G Adventures Machu Picchu tours.

G Adventures Inca Trail Packing List

This is just a glance at essential items to consider when packing for Inca Trail. One thing to be mindful of is to keep your packing to a minimum because you will be carrying it for the entire 4 days. 

You can download a fully comprehensive packing list here, but this is a quick list of essentials that I 100% recommend you take with you.

• Hiking Day Bag – Invest in a good quality, comfortable hiking pack. Go for one with a waist strap to take the weight off your shoulders and ideally one with loops on to attach your walking poles. It’s also useful to have one with an inbuilt rain cover.

• Walking Poles – Although your ego might stop you from wanting to use these, I 100% advise you to brush the ego aside and use the damn walking poles. I have a long-term issue with my knee – it dislocates at random times, but it’s fine if I manage it properly. I know I would have really struggled without my walking poles. There are a lot of stairs and elevations to go up and down and even for people without knee problems, the Inca Trail takes it out on your joints. I use a fairly technical walking pole because of my knee problem. I use a lightweight aluminium pole, with a cork handle and spring suspension. However, there are more basic models available. 

• Hiking Boots – The main thing to consider in hiking boots for Inca Trail, is that they are comfortable. Make sure you have broken them in BEFORE you do the Inca Trail. It’s also worth making sure they are waterproof and have a decent tread. 

• Rain and Windproof Jacket – The weather can be changeable in the mountains, and my lasting memory of the Dead Woman’s Pass section of the trail was that it was wet and windy. Be sure to pack water and a windproof jacket for this. It’s also worth having a plastic poncho to put over the top of both you and your bag to keep the water out.

• Flannel, plastic bags and eco-toilet paper – These are all linked to keeping clean on the Inca Trail. There are no real bathrooms along it. You’ll get given a basin of warm water to wash in at the camps, use a flannel so you can have a full-body wash inside your tent. For the toilet, my preference was to use the bushes and eco-toilet paper. If you have any sanitary products, put these in a little plastic bag and dispose of them at the camp.

• Power Bank – There are no power outlets on the Inca Trail. So if you have electronics that will need charging, take a high-capacity power bank.

• Head Torch – You will need this throughout the Inca Trail, especially on day 4 when you have to trek in the dark to get to the Sun Gate. It’s best to go for a powerful head torch, to light the path clearly, and so you still have your hands free to use your walking poles.

• Money for Tips – Although you won’t be able to buy much while on the Inca Trail, it’s a good idea to have some cash to tip the porters and chefs. The team did an outstanding job over the 4 days of the Inca Trail and certainly deserves to be tipped for it. G Adventures recommends around 50 US Dollars for this.

• Snacks for Inca Trail – Although the food is top-notch on the Inca Trail, it’s you might want to stock up on snacks to nibble on between mealtimes. Things that always travel well and are good for energy are dried fruits and nuts and for an instant sugar hit then sweets or biscuits. 

This is only a shortlist of the essential items that you might overlook. I have written a comprehensive list of everything you need to pack in this handy download: what to pack: Inca Trail.

Other Useful Infomation & Tips for the Machu Picchu Inca Trail Trek With G Adventures

In this section, I share some useful information and tips that I’ve not covered so far in this article. 

Other G Adventures Peru Tours You Might Like

If you’re travelling through Peru, G Adventures does some other great adventure holidays that cover more than just the Inca Trail. You might be interested in these tours.

If you’re still undecided, then check out what other travellers say you can check out G Adventures Peru Reviews and the G Adventures Machu Picchu review here.

Inca Trail With G Adventures – FAQs

Wow if you’re still reading – well done! I’ve given you a ton of info so far, you’re probably feeling a mix of overwhelm and excitement, which is exactly how I felt before I hiked the Inca Trail. 

In this final section, I answer some of the frequently asked questions that come up about doing the Inca Trail hike. 

Thinking of Doing the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu?

I have zero doubts about recommending this tour to anyone wanting to do The Inca Trail. If you were asking yourself at any point, is the Inca Trail worth it, then I can wholeheartedly say yes, absolutely. I know I’d do the Inca Trail trek again in an instant!

Although other companies are offering similar tours, if you’re on the fence about choosing a company to use, I highly suggest you take a look at the GAdventures Inca Trail. 

Don’t just take my word for it, go read these other honest Inca Trail to Machu Picchu reviews.

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