is the Inca Trail Permit included and guaranteed to be accepted in this trip? I know they are hard to get and dont want to book the trip just for that not to be accepted.

yes, Inca trail permit is included. It is important that the passport information that is submitted with the permit application is exactly the same as the passport that will be used when travelling in Latin America and it must have 6 months validity at time of travel. Passports must be presented to enter the trail.

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Hiking & Trekking: Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

Itinerary

Day 1
Cusco
Cusco
Accommodation
Hotel (Xima Hotel Cusco (or similar)), Hotel (Tierra Viva Cusco Saphi (or similar))
Included Activities
- City walking tour of Cusco
Optional Activities
- Shopping at artisan shops
- Exploring colonial architecture
- Dining at local restaurants
Landmarks
Cusco Cathedral
San Blas
Coricancha
San Pedro Markets
Day 2
Cusco to Lares Valley
Cusco to Lares Valley
Meals
Lunch (Lunch prepared by trekking chef, enjoyed by the river), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Inca Trail Camping)
Included Activities
- Trek to Cancha Cancha
- Visit to traditional Andean community
- Visit to local family home
- Inca constellation stargazing session with guide interpretation
Landmarks
Cancha Cancha
Lares Valley
Day 3
Lares Valley
Lares Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Inca Trail Camping)
Included Activities
- 7-hour hike through Lares Valley with views of glaciers, lakes, alpacas and mountain vistas
- Summit visit and photos
- Visit to Q'oalay village
- Quechua language lesson with local indigenous people
Optional Activities
- Wildlife viewing - Caracara falcons and Andean geese
Landmarks
Q'oalay Lake
Q'oalay Village
Day 4
Lares Valley to Ollantaytambo
Lares Valley to Ollantaytambo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Sumptuous dinner together)
Accommodation
Hotel (Inca Trail Camping), Hotel (Tunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo (or similar))
Included Activities
- Trek to Quiswarani community
- Visit to local school and meeting with indigenous children
- One hour soak in natural volcanic hot springs at Lares Hot Springs
Landmarks
Quiswarani Community
Lares Hot Springs
Colquecruz Mountains
Day 5
Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu to Cusco
Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu to Cusco
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Xima Hotel Cusco (or similar)), Hotel (Tierra Viva Cusco Saphi (or similar))
Included Activities
- Train journey on Inca Express to Km104
- Inca Trail hike from Km104 to Sun Gate
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Bus transfer to Aguas Calientes
- Return transport to Cusco via Ollantaytambo
Landmarks
Machu Picchu
Sun Gate
Urubamba River
Day 6
Cusco
Cusco

Landmarks
Cusco Cathedral
San Blas
Coricancha
San Pedro Markets

Landmarks
Cancha Cancha
Lares Valley

Landmarks
Q'oalay Lake
Q'oalay Village

Landmarks
Quiswarani Community
Lares Hot Springs
Colquecruz Mountains

Landmarks
Machu Picchu
Sun Gate
Urubamba River

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Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Tierra Viva Cusco Saphi (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 5
Xima Hotel Cusco (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 5
Inca Trail Camping
Hotel
Days 2, 3, 4
Tunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo (or similar)
Hotel
day 4

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Shannon
February 14th, 2025
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August 12th, 2024
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June 12th, 2024
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Asked on March 24th, 2026
is the Inca Trail Permit included and guaranteed to be accepted in this trip? I know they are hard to get and dont want to book the trip just for that not to be accepted.
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- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  yes, Inca trail permit is included. It is important that the passport information that is submitted with the permit application is exactly the same as the passport that will be used when travelling in Latin America and it must have 6 months validity at time of travel. Passports must be presented to enter the trail.
- K
  Kylie
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  When will I know if the review has been successful for the permit? I dont want to book flights etc and then find out it hasnt gone through.
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  Kylie
  Traveler•Written March 2026
  if i cant make that is it an issue? or can I join later in the day?
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  you'll be notified once the review has been completed so you can make your travel plans with confidence.
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  If your flight does not arrive in time for the kick‐off meeting at 08:00 AM or for any included activities, please note that missed portions of the trip cannot be deducted from the overall price. This will not be an issue, but for a smooth start to your journey we strongly recommend arriving before the trip start date or booking an early flight schedule.
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2026
  Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

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Lares Valley

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Cusco

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