This trek takes 5 days/4 nights and ends in Machu Picchu. Ancascocha is very strenuous and challenging due to the altitude gain, high altitudes, 7 steep summits, and length of hiking: 56 km/34.8 miles and goes up to4,959m/16,270ft. The Ancascocha Trek, also known as the Hidden Inca Trail or the Super Inca Trail, is a strenuous and less traveled trek. If you’re looking for off the beaten path trails, pristine wilderness, and a challenging trek, this is the one for you! National Geographic recently named Ancascocha Trail as one of the World’s 20 Best Hikes!

Ausangate is one of the highest mountains in the Cusco region and is also an important cultural centre for the Andean communities. Every year huge pilgrimages are made to the mountain. This has been going on for centuries. The peak of the mountain is 6,385 masl, but we won’t go quite that high. On this hike you’ll come close to nature and feel the connection while you observe the impressive views that surround you. You’ll get to observe some fascinating bird species and other wildlife along the way as well as spectacular landscapes.

Runas expeditions has the best advice on how to guarantee you get a permit for the Inca Trail 2025. Permits for 2025 will be released by OCTOBER of this year and getting secured with a licensed tour operator Runas Expeditions helps to increase your chances of doing this amazing trek.

Our best team is ready to assist every step of the way, so you can start planning now and start training as soon as you can . This will be your best vacation ever.