Scheduling a trek up Machu Picchu is certainly an activity that can make or break your vacation, depending on the operator with which you book your adventure. The choice between a remarkable trek and a lackluster one always lies in the organization in charge of your experience. The Inca Trail receives more and more trekkers annually, and the niche of the luxury Inca Trail tours market has significantly evolved in the last ten years. While offering more options for vacationers, this market development has also increased the chances of unqualified tour companies using the word luxury to describe their offerings.
What follows is a complete overview of all considerations worth taking into account when selecting a company. From permit management and certification of guides to the kind of campsites you can expect to find in the wild, the following list aims to provide travelers with everything to think about when making their decision.
