“Machu Picchu Trek” is the term that encompasses all official and alternative treks that lead to the Inca city. It includes everything from the classic Inca Trail route to alternative treks such as Salkantay, Lares, Inca Jungle, and Huchuy Qosqo.

These are 1 to 5-day treks, passing through:

• High Andes, snow-capped mountains, ravines, and lagoons
• High jungle (altitudes between 1,950 and 4,600 m)
• Inca archaeological sites
• Rural communities

Important news for 2026

• The 3 circuits and 10 official routes implemented by the Ministry of Culture remain in place.
• Only 500 daily slots (between tourists, porters, and guides) are still available for the Inca Trail.
• Alternative routes do NOT require a permit, but demand is up 15–20% for 2026 from European and North American travelers.
• In February 2026, the Inca Trail will close for maintenance as it does every year (Salkantay, Lares, and Jungle will continue to operate in rainy weather).
• New regulations at Machu Picchu: entry at a specific time and limited stay of 2 hours on average, depending on the circuit.