For those who want to go to Machu Picchu, it is important to plan well in advance. It is also essential you consider the options carefully. Inca Trail Tours are available in a variety of different packages. They embrace diverse experiences. It is important for you to know precisely what route you want to take before you sign up for a specific tour.
Considering Your Options
When it comes to using the Inca Trails to reach Machu Picchu, you need to look at various factors. Ask yourself these questions:
- Am I fit enough physically and mentally to hike?
- Do I have the stamina to withstand a hike of one, two, three or four days?
- If the Classic Inca Trail is not available, will I be satisfied in undertaking another Inca Trail?
- If only other the trails, e.g., Salkantay, Lares, Choquequirao, Vilcabamba Trek, are available, am I capable of handling the level of difficulty such treks may require?
- Do I actually want to hike or would I prefer to take the train part way or even walk from close by to the entryway?
Only after you have honestly answered these questions should you commit yourself to one of the various Inca Trail Tours currently open.
Personal Factors to Consider when Looking at Inca Trail Tours
Once you have clearly identified your own capabilities, you can now consider the Inca Trail Tours available. Each presents a certain level of difficulty. Even though tour groups hire locals to carry such items as tents, food, and everything that goes into housing and feeding their guests, you do have to carry your own items – usually in a backpack. On a hot day, over difficult terrain, this can be a challenge for many. In other words, if you cannot walk several miles while carrying a full backpack, do not sign up for hiking tours. Instead, opt for the train trip to Machu Picchu.
