Thinking to do the Inca Trail this December 2018? Why not to have best Christmas present this year, and book one of the most famous trek in the world? Check the availability for Classic Inca Trail now on a calendar below and book your journey! Visit Machu Picchu, and experience the magic of celebrations.
The Inca Trail permits are not officialy released yet for 2019 season. This release is planned for October 2018. However, as the permits for the first months of the season are quickly sold, you can pre book them in our contact form. You can also check avaiability for other months in the following table:
| Official Inca Trail Availability Permits / Tickets for 2018 and 2019 |
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| January 2019 | Closed February 2019 | March 2019 | April 2019 |
| May 2019 | June 2018 | July 2018 | August 2018 |
| September 2018 | October 2018 | November 2018 | December 2018 |
Classic Inca Trail
The Classic Inca Trail is 4 days and 3 nights trek to Machu Picchu including camping during the nights, on way with the stunning mix of Inca paving stones, ruins and tunnels will leave every traveler speechless. Check availability for December 2018 now and get ready to experience the Mystical Inca Trail!
Alternative tours to Machu Picchu
As Classic Inca Trail been very popular last few years, and permits normally sold out very quickly month before the trek. Because of the big amount of tourists attending the Classic Inca Trail, the Peruvian government limited the number of people per day on the trek to reduce the damage for the Ancient Inca road. In this case we have for you alternative tours to get to Machu Picchu.
Short Inca Trail
Most popular alternative is Short Inca Trail 2D/1N. You still will get experience a part of real Inca Trail without camping. For more information and reservations please contact us, as there is no availability info for Short Inca Trail online. For those who still looking for a challenging adventure to Machu Picchu we offer Lares Trek, Salkantay Trek, and Inca Jungle. There is also tours by train options.
Weather in December 2018
The weather during the Inca Trail splits in two main yearly seasons. Dry season starts April until September, dry season is also high season for travelers, the wet season called summer starts in October until March. The average temperature during the days in December is 18°C and nights up to 4°C. During the December the rain possibility is 50%, but days still brings lots of sunshine and you are able do the Inca Trail.
Celebrations in December 2018
Crafts in Santurantikuy selling in December
- Chocolatadas. Throughout the Christmas season- the gesture from people or organizations offer a bit of Christmas cheer to poor children or pensioners giving them a cup of chocolate, some bread or cake, some sweets or a toy.
- 24 December. Santirantikuy “the selling of the saints.” On December 24th, hundreds of artisans come to Cusco from the surrounding area to lay their blankets (mantas) on the sidewalks -a custom in traditional Andean fairs- and sell carved Nativity handicrafts.
- From 24 December to January 6. Nacimientos /Nativity Scenes. The Andean people put together Nativity scenes in churches and homes, perform dances and plays, and cook typical dishes.
- December 31 – New Year’s Eve – Many discoteks and bars have special nights but the place where it all happens is in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco. About 11.30pm locals begin to gather in order to run around the Plaza as the clock strikes 12!
Packing list for The Inca Trail In December 2018
During the Inca Trail you will experience different temperatures and landscapes every day, so it is very important to get ready for the trek properly! We had a carefully prepared Packing List for the Inca trail, where you will find all necessary information what to pack and get ready. Also have a look at the physical preparation guide which will help you prepare your health and body for the trek. If you would have any other questions please feel free to contact us.
