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4.8 out of 5

Daisy Teoh

Reviewed September 2017

Experience of a Lifetime

The Inca Trail tour was the perfect organized group. We had 6 people in our group and 1 guide. It was the perfect number. Not too many, not too few. I originally picked the trip because of the itinerary; I liked that you had 2 opportunities to see Machu Picchu. That’s a definite advantage. The first afternoon, when we arrived, it was cloudy and became more and more cloudy. But the 2nd day when we went back, it was a perfect blue sky day.

The weather is always changing. The Trip Notes are accurate that you just have to dress in layers and be prepared to constantly remove and add layers.

The hike is not easy. If anything, I might rate it a little more difficult. It’s also hard to prepare for, especially if you live at sea level. The hike is a challenge for someone who exercises regularly, but our guide was very accommodating and gave us breaks as much as we needed. Still, we were always on schedule with where we needed to be. The altitude and lack of oxygen was probably the most difficult part. But it was all so worth it. And it feels great to accomplish something that you know you worked hard for.

Most Inspirational Moment

I can't pick just one moment. Every moment was special. Every moment you looked up (from focusing on the stones in the path), it was awe-inspiring.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The best par of the experience was our guide. Frank went above and beyond to not just take care of us show us a good time, but he really took interest in each of us individually. He genuinely enjoyed taking us on an adventure. It wasn't just a job for him. He took us into his life, his background, his culture of the Sacred Valley. He took us back to what it was like in the time of the Inca's. He didn't just lecture us on history, he relived their beliefs and ways of living, and he used the trail, the ruins, the flora, the fauna, the landscape to take us to another world. And then, he was just plain fun. He sang and danced, he was always full of energy. He simply knew how to have a good time, and his enthusiasm was infectious. He ensured we each had an experience of a lifetime.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be open to new experiences. Eat whatever is put in front of you. Bring lots of layers. Be prepared to take them off and on constantly. Drink lots of water. Sun screen and bug spray. Just keep applying, over and over.

Peter Rogers

Reviewed September 2017

Fantastic Inca Trail

This is a fantastic trip, it was well organised from start to finish, some of us were a day late arriving in Cuzco due a disruptive passenger having to be taking off the flight in an unscheduled stop, but the staff in London were really good at rearranging flights and keeping up to date with what was going on by email. Julio, the guide, was on hand at the hotel when we arrived to give us a tour of Cuzco in his own time, as we missed it the previous day. what made this trip really special was the other people on the trip, they were very friendly, and gave me lots of encouragement when walking up dead woman’s pass, I found the walks very hard, but with help and lot of encouragement from Julio i made it.

Most Inspirational Moment

All the trip was inspirational, the views were great, especial walking the cloud forest. but the highlight was arriving at the sun gate to over look Machu Picchu in the brilliant sunshine.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Julio was a great leader, this was my 7th trip with exodus, and all my guides have been good, but Julio was a cut above the rest, he was friendly, easy going and nothing was to much trouble for him, and I don't think I would of finished the trek without his help and encouragement. His knowledge of the Incas and the Inca trail was excellent, I would also like to thank him for the football match that was played between the trekkers and staff, that was played at 3900m, it was great entertainment and every body enjoyed it. I would also like to thanks Rosa, the assistant guide, as I was slower than the rest of the group, i was normally at the back, it was nice to have Rosa to keep me company.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go for it !!! its a great week, but be prepared, I found it very hard with the heat and the altitude, but saying that I really enjoyed the trip

Suggestions

I would like to say a big thank you to the porters and the chief, The porters did a great job carrying all the equipment, they were always cheerful and very friendly, without all their hard work this trip would not be possible, I would also like to thank the chief and assistant chief for the fantastic food the produced with such basic cooking equipment.

Linda Joyce

Reviewed August 2017

The Inca Trail - Amazing.

I did The Inca Trail trip as a solo traveller and cannot recommend it enough! Our group, expertly managed by our Tour Leader Dennis and his second in command Javier, enjoyed everything this trip had to offer. From sightseeing and sampling wonderful local cuisine around Cusco to following the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, it was awe-inspiring each step of the way.

Most Inspirational Moment

It's a tough question as there are jaw dropping sights at every turn. For me, the first nights' camping. Coming out of my tent and looking up to a stargazers paradise. Ink black sky with millions of stars. Breathtaking.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dennis was amazing. 10/10. He is a magician with multiple hats: tour guide to doctor, food enthusiast to mentor, photographer to comedian.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book it now. Do your research and bring proper attire. You will be walking 6-7 hours per day so make sure you have comfy and durable boots that you have worn it. I travelled in August and it was cold at night so layer up. Bring a full change of clothes for going out for dinner (if you can fit in your bag) for the night in Machu Picchu town.

Suggestions

Just book it.

Allison Legge

Reviewed August 2017

Wonderful and magical adventure with Exodus

We did the Inca Trail trip with the optional Amazon extension. The whole trip start to finish was professionally managed by insightful and knowledgeable guides – the excellent Julio and Shandy. The rest of our group were lovely and we enjoyed their company on the trip immensely.
The trail is reasonably hard for an experienced hiker because of the altitude but we were all encouraged by the guides to walk at our own pace which really made the trek up dead woman’s pass a fun and enjoyable experience with a guide always behind us as a back marker never hurrying us.
All the guidance received about the day ahead and advise on the trek from both guides was spot on they made our trip trouble free and a real adventure.
The chef and porters were amazing hard working people and made the trip feel like luxury.
Anyone wondering about whether to book this trip should just go ahead and book it! You won’t regret it!
You need to be ‘half fit’ for the hike to enjoy it and make the most of it. I cycled 15km 3 times a week and a longer ride once a week of about 50km and found that enough to make the hiking enjoyable and not too hard.

The Amazon extension was very good and we enjoyed it. Coming from South Africa and being people who have been on safari several times meant that we were slightly under whelmed by the wildlife but all the same enjoyed the experience of being in the jungle.

Most Inspirational Moment

The day 2 hike up Dead woman's pace with my partner and friend was wonderful. Walking at our own pace, stopping to enjoy the view and each other's company was special and made possible by Julio and Shandy who quietly walked behind us never hurrying us. A wonderful day in a fantastic trip. Thank you!!!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Julio and Shandy were superb. Real professionals that dealt with all manner of issues quietly and professionally.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just book this trip!! Peru is fantastic and an unexpected delight. We loved Lima too it's well worth 2 or 3 days before you arrive in Cusco to see the sights and enjoy the fab restaurants.

Suggestions

Many thanks for an adventure of a lifetime would do it all again at the drop of a hat!!

Jennifer Alexander

Reviewed August 2017

Book This Trip Now!

What an amazing trip! I cannot thank the Exodus team enough. This really exceeded my expectations every Inca step of the way.
The tour guide was amazing, the porter team could not have looked after us better, and the whole experience was fantastic.
The trek is tough, but so rewarding. Getting to the top of dead woman’s pass on day two made me feel like Superwoman!
The country of Peru is so beautiful that the views brought tears to my eyes.
I cannot recommend this trip enough – just book it and see!

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing up the steps to the Sun Gate to see the first view of Machu Picchu made us all cry in awe.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Dennis was outstanding! He was supportive, knowledgable, and felt like an old friend- I can't thank him enough.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Read the notes! Walking at high altitude is tough so you need to prepare properly.

Suggestions

I would do this again in an instant! It was amazing.

Aled Wright

Reviewed June 2017

Inca Trail

The whole experience from beginning to the end was amazing. The experience was also made all the better having a guide like Mike Gamarra. His knowledge and passion for the Inca Trail and its history was unquestionable. He also brought us all closer as a group, and also made us all, including the chaskis, feel like a family.
Would highly recommend this trip to anyone.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking through the rain to finally reach the sun gate for the sun to come out just as we had our first sight of Machu Pichu

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mike Gamarra was a perfect guide. Made us all feel like a family. His knowledge and passion rubbed off on us all.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go for it, you won't regret it.

Bryony Cork

Reviewed May 2017

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My first trek and first Exodus holiday and it couldn’t have been better!

Most Inspirational Moment

Sleeping above the cloud forest

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant! Tomas had so much knowledge of the area and history of the Inkas. He made everyday something different and couldn't do enough to help

Judith Irwin

Reviewed April 2017

Inca Trail and Amazon extension

We did the 4 day Inca Trail and then the Amazon extension. Everything was very well organised and the trip was well explained. It was an amazing adventure from start to finish, and a real insight into the culture and history of Peru.

Most Inspirational Moment

Actually completing the Inca Trail, I found it so hard in places, and should of been fitter. But if I can do it, anyone can, and the encouragement from our guide just kept me going, It isn,t about reaching Macchu Picchu, but the journey. The feeling you get when you reach the Sun Gate is so emotional. As for the Amazon trip, its completely different, back to nature with a lot of wonderful trips to do through the day and in the dark.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide was Wilbert Ramos, he was inspirational, passionate and a true gentleman. He encouraged me so much on the trail, I was the slowest, but it did not matter. Wilbert walked with me , sometimes only managing a few steps at a time, but I did it!!! Wilbert is so spiritual and takes mother earth very seriously, we should all take a leaf out of his book. He also arranged lovely meals out for our group, and told us so many interesting things about the Incas. Our other guide was Abel, he was truly amazing to, being only 28 , he was so passionate about his surroundings and protecting their history and traditions, It was very emotional saying goodbye to them both. Also the porters, never stop!!! almost running the trail to put up your tents, and the cooks, I have no idea how they do it, but I have never had such delicious food, 5 star restaurant.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just to book and do it, you will have an amazing time and meet lovely people and have fantastic memories. I could not fault exodus and would definitely book with them again.You are so well looked after.

Suggestions

JUST A GREAT BIG THANK YOU!!!!! I would like to nominate our guide Wilbert Ramos as best guide. they are all heros.

Joanna Howard

Reviewed January 2017

The Inca Trail and Amazon Extension

Everything about the trip was fantastic. Really well organized and put together. It was an amazing experience that I will always remember.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the campsite on Day 3, after a really challenging couple of days of trekking. Not only was this probably the best campsite in the world, but we also had the best location inside the campsite, owing to our group leader and team making the selection and preparing. And our group leader coaxed us up the hill to the best view I have ever seen at exactly the right time after we arrived. Completely breathtaking!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bobby (Ubaldo Quispe) was the best tour leader I have ever met (and I have traveled on many many different types of tours all over the world). He was extremely knowledgable, really inspired confidence, was able to manage the group really well, even though we had a range of different abilities and the trek was challenging. He is also one of the best team leaders I have ever met, was truly generous and kind hearted and I would love to go on another trip led by him in the future. Monica, our co-leader was also amazing, able to give just the right type of encouragement and to lead from the front or behind perfectly. She also gave me a magical medicinal remedy (passionfruit and hot water) for a complaint I had that was super effective and I thought that was awesome!

Advice for Potential Travellers

It is a challenging trek, so it's worth putting in effort before hand - in particular building up your leg muscles because there is a lot of down and uphill, with big steps. And be prepared to go slowly if you need to - the air is thin so I found it tough going over the mountain passes.

Suggestions

We discussed on the trip whether this trip should be given a higher rating as it was very challenging. I haven't been on a comparable trip so it is hard to judge, but particularly given the altitude maybe there should be a 3.5 moderate plus rating?

Anne Harvey

Reviewed January 2017

Sweet Peru

I had altitude sickness & only made it 6 miles on the Inca Trail. Nevertheless, the trip was a life-changing experience because I saw the majesty of Manchu Pichu, went horseback riding, learned some Spanish, ate well and saw Cusco in detail.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reading Spanish with the tour leader assistant Christmas morning over eggs & toast.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Loved him. Very lively and insightful. I loved the assistant as well. Both are well trained in emergency services.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't get hung up if you don't complete the trek for whatever reason. You'll still have a great trip with stories to share.

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