The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu tour includes all meals except for the last lunch, after the visit to the world wonder Machu Picchu. That lunch that is not included, will not be a problem, since in Aguas Calientes, the closest town to Machu Picchu, you will find many restaurants. Food on the Inca Trail also includes options for vegetarians, vegans, and all kinds of dietary restrictions.
The food on the Inca trail is prepared by expert mountain cooks and according to many previous hikers it is very delicious and nutritious. You will try an endless number of autochthonous dishes combined with delicacies already known to you.
Summary
How is breakfast on the Inca trail?
The first day you have to check your inclusions very well, since some companies offer the Inca Trail tour including the first breakfast and others do not.
All breakfasts are served very early before starting the day’s strenuous walk. These are made up of a buffet of:
- fruit salad
- scrambled eggs
- toast
- bread
- cheese
- cake
- tortillas
- porridge
- cereals
- orange juice
- milk
- coffee
- hot chocolate
- tea
- butter
- jam
Breakfast in Chaquicocha
How is the most important food on the Inca Trail?
Usually lunch on the Inca Trail is served between 12 noon and 2 in the afternoon. Everything will depend on the hiking speed that tourists have.
Lunch is composed of 3 types of meals.
The appetizer, maybe be:
- stuffed avocado
- avocado vinaigrette
- stuffed tomato
- or some Peruvian delicacy
The soup can be:
- quinoa soup
- andean vegetable soup
- pumpkin soup
- rice soup
And the main courses are always more than 3, among them may be:
- turkish rice
- trout with pepper
- andean salad
- organic potatoes
- grilled chicken
- steak in tomato sauce and much more.
Lunch in Pacaymayu
How is dinner?
Dinner is served between 6 and 7 pm (by then the visitors are already in their camps). Dinner is usually: stuffed chicken,
- vegetable omelettes
- pizza
- spaghetti
- sautéed vegetables
- salad.
On the third day, some operators on the Inca trail include a cake and some Peruvian cocktails as a farewell to the cook, the porters and the hikers.
Last supper on the Inca trail
Drinks and snacks
Food on the Inca Trail includes drinks and snacks. These are served in the camps. Boiled and filtered water, rehydration drinks, fruits and cookies are usually offered.
However, the amount of water and snacks included are often not enough for the physical exhaustion of hikers. For this reason, it is recommended that hikers bring their own rehydrating salts and their own snacks, in case they need it on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
Vegetarian and vegan option
The Inca Trail also includes vegetarian and vegan options. These food options must be requested during the purchase of the Inca Trail tour. It is advisable to book this tour at least 6 months in advance so as not to run out of space.
The meals are adapted to the needs and restrictions of all types of all clients. So if you are allergic to gluten or dairy, don’t worry, our expert cooks will have a solution and an adequate food on the Inca trail for you.
The Inca Trail is a hiking trail suitable for all people. The little ones must like this type of adventure. The food on the Inca trail is nutritious and delicious.
Note 1
The food on the Inca trail is improving day by day. This beautiful experience of 45 kilometers, where 12 types of landscapes, 5 Inca citadels and beautiful orchids and birds are observed, are now complemented in an excellent way with delicious food that will take root in your senses. Do not wait any longer, come and enjoy this once in a lifetime experience.
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