
Entrance Fees:

• Inca
  Trail Permit:
  The Peruvian government requires permits to hike the Inca Trail. These are
  included in most tour packages.


• Machu
  Picchu Entrance Ticket: Entry to Machu Picchu is
  included in the cost of most tours.


Guide Services:

• A
  professional, certified tour guide is generally included. The guide will
  assist in navigating the trail, explaining the history, and ensuring
  safety.


Porter Services:

• Porters
  carry your camping gear, food, and other necessities. This allows you to
  carry only a small daypack with essentials (water, camera, etc.). This is
  typically included in the cost.


Transportation:

• Bus
  Ride to the Trailhead: Most tours include transport to
  the start of the trek (at Km 82 or another access point).


• Return
  to Aguas Calientes: After completing the trek,
  transportation (train or bus) to Aguas Calientes or Ollantaytambo may be
  included.


• Train
  to Machu Picchu:
  If required, the cost of a train ticket to/from Machu Picchu is usually
  included.


Camping Equipment:

• Tents:
  The tour operator will provide high-quality, four-season tents.


• Sleeping
  Bags and Mats:
  Some operators provide these as part of the package, but others may charge
  extra for them.


• Cooking
  Equipment:
  The tour includes all the equipment needed for preparing meals during the
  trek.


Meals:

• Meals
  on the Trail:
  All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) while trekking are included. The
  meals will typically be hearty and nutritious, prepared by the trekking
  crew.


• Snacks:
  You’ll likely receive snacks like fruits, nuts, and energy bars during the
  hike.


Oxygen and First Aid:

• Most
  operators provide supplemental oxygen and first aid kits in case of
  altitude sickness or emergencies.


Insurance:

• Basic
  insurance may be included by some operators. This typically covers medical
  emergencies while trekking but should be confirmed before booking.


International Flights:

• Flights to and from Peru
  (to Lima or Cusco) are not included in the tour cost.


Accommodation in Cusco or Aguas Calientes:

• Unless specified, the
  cost of hotels or accommodation before or after the trek is typically not
  included. You may need to arrange and pay for your own stay.


Meals in Cusco or Aguas Calientes:

• While meals on the trek
  are included, any meals in Cusco or Aguas Calientes (such as in
  restaurants) are usually not covered.


Train to/from Aguas Calientes (if not included):

• Some tours may not
  include the train tickets to and from Aguas Calientes or other locations,
  and you may need to buy them separately.


Extra Tips:

• Tipping is not mandatory
  but is highly appreciated by guides, porters, and cooks. This is usually
  an additional cost for you, which can vary depending on the group size and
  tour operator.


Personal Equipment:

• Clothing and Gear: You will need to bring
  your own hiking boots, rain gear, backpacks, and any personal equipment
  like sunscreen, a water bottle, or cameras.


• Sleeping Bag & Pad: Some tour operators
  charge extra for renting sleeping bags and pads, although others include
  them in the package.


Additional Activities:

• Some operators offer
  additional activities or excursions like the Huayna Picchu hike (a
  mountain near Machu Picchu) or additional tours in Cusco. These are
  generally extra costs.


Travel Insurance:

• Travel insurance
  (including coverage for cancellation, injury, or delays) is often not
  included and must be purchased separately.


Personal Items & Services:

• Laundry, souvenirs, and
  any other personal expenses are not included in the cost.


Hotel or Transport Upgrades:

• If you want to upgrade
  your accommodation or transportation (e.g., luxury train to Aguas
  Calientes), it will come at an additional cost