The availability for the Inca Trail can change any minute, especially on a high season permits are sold out months before. October may be tricky, it’s not a high season, but weather still welcome to make the Inca Trail, so we advise you have a look at the availability and book your trek on a calendar below for the October 2018.
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
Classic Inca Trail (4D/3N) is one of the most popular trek in Latino America and in a top 5 in the world. The Classic Inca Trail fits in 26 miles (43km) on the way you will experience amazingly beautiful mountain scenery, subtropical jungle fauna and flora, the mix of Inca paving stones will leave you speechless, bridges and tunnels will bring you to the final destination Machu Picchu! Check availability now, and book unforgettable hike!
Alternative tours to Machu Picchu
Since 2004 Peruvian government limited the number of trekkers on Inca Trail per day up to 500 persons including all the supporting staff, porters, cooks and guides. After limited the number of people for Classic Inca Trail the alternative tours were created for those who were not able to get on Classic Inca Trail. Keep in mind that as earlier you check availability as better, permits may be sold any day or minute! Here we have a several alternative tours to get to Machu Picchu.
Short Inca Trail
Short Inca Trail is 2 days and one night trek to Machu Picchu. First day you will get to hike the last part of original Inca Trail and experience the ancient mystic of Incas. You will spend the night in a hostel or hotel instead of camping, and second day you will be able to explore the famous ruins of Machu Picchu. For more information about Short Inca Trail and booking please contact us directly.
Other alternative tours
If you are still up for challenging hike to Machu Picchu we offer other famous treks like Larek Trek, Salkantay Trek, and Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu. All those treks gets you with unforgettable experience and challenges during the treks. If you short on time or not interested in none of the treks you can always take Train Tour to Machu Picchu.
Weather in October 2018
October is the beginning of the rainy season, but still suitable month for the Inca Trail. Weather generally splits in two main season, dry season from April to September, and wet season from October to March. The dry season is a high season. The temperature at maximum is around 19°C during the days, and nights get quite chilly up to 3°C. October may bring up to 10 days per month with heavy rains.
Celebrations in October 2018
Traditional Inca Festival in Moray ruins in October
- Moray Raymi is a traditional and agricultural festival in the Moray ruins. It is organized by Andean communities to show gratitude for the harvest.
- 18th October, Lima & Cusco -The Purple Month – Lord of the Miracles (Señor de Milagros). This fascinating celebration combines Catholic, indigenous and African traditions, and is celebrated more fervently in Lima.
- 31 October. Dia de la Cancion Criolla. National holiday celebrated most extensively on the Peruvian coast. Singers, musicians and composers pay homage to the Criolla musical tradition in various celebrations and festivals.
Packing list for The Inca Trail In October 2018
During the Inca Trail or any alternative trek you may choose, all of them includes different landscapes and quickly changing temperatures during the days and nights. We carefully prepared the packing list for the Inca Trail and physical preparation guide for you to get ready for the trek! Here you will find all necessary information to help you out. If you would have any further questions or request, feel free to contact us!
