Classic Inca Trail Availability For December 2024

December 2024 Inca Trail Availability. Permits sell out quickly in advance and because of this, we recommend that you start booking 4 or 5 months prior, to avoid frustrations. Obtainable dates for the Classic Inca Trail in December 2024 are available below, check them and then proceed with the booking. If there is no availability on the days you are interested in, please check other possible months. Optionally, there are also similar great hikes with easier acquirability, like the new Choquequirao 4-Day Trek and the Lares Trek – 4 Days. Finally, we have a series of amazing regular tours to the Machu Picchu citadel.

December 2024 Inca Trail Availability 

We certainly recommend you use our presale via the contact form, because tickets are subject to enormous demand and sell out months before. You can also check obtainable permits for other months in the table below.

Weather in the Cusco Region – December 2024

Climate is warm and quite rainy. In daytime, weather is mostly warm, however, have a rain poncho or impermeable coat at hand, because hard although brief rains may occur. At high elevations, temperatures tend to drop, especially at night, so bring warm clothes too. Remember that as we get lower and closer to Machu Picchu, climate gets subtropical, that is, even hotter, but there’s always the chance of downfall. 

Typical Celebrations in December 2024

• Immaculate Virgin.  On December 8th. Very traditional festivity in town. The statue of the Virgin is taken out of the Cusco Cathedral in massive procession, many women ask for her blessing since she is a symbol of conception. 
• Santurantikuy Christmas Fair. A really typical event in Cusco City. Vendors gather at the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) for selIing all kinds of Nativity figurines in Andean costumes, and other types of souvenirs. Know much more about it in our article about the Santurantikuy street fair.
• New Year’s Eve. It’s a wonderful time in Cusco! You should check our blog entry about our wonders for the 2024 holidays. Also, there’s a marvelous tradition in Cusco City: thousands of people gather at the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) to celebrate, with live music, dancing, plenty of beer and socializing.

Insider Packing List for the Classic Inca Trail in December 2024

Expert packing for this Trail. To help you get ready for the trek, we have carefully prepared an insider packing list for the Classic Inca Trail, where you will find all the right gear to bring, avoid carrying useless weight, which would take a toll on your speed and energy. This list is based on our 10-year experience and also exchanging of tips with seasoned hikers.

In this website, you’ll find plenty of information covering all aspects hikers need to know, for a perfect Classic Inca Trail experience. For example, you can check our quite helpful article about the Classic Inca Trail FAQs.

Cusco City is Also Available for You!

A town full of history! Such a beautiful place, immersed in nature and with a relaxing energy flow. Most visitors have to spend some time here, so one good suggestion is you check the itinerary of our amazing Cusco City Tour, you may want to give it a try! Also, check our blog entry on tips for spending a day off in this unforgettable town, with many exciting activities.

Secure your permits now!

Book in good advance! Finish all your planning for December 2024 and then immediately contact us for a presale! Permits sell out really fast, remember, we recommend booking 4 or 5 months earlier.

The Short 2-Day Inca Trail is a briefer alternative trek to Machu Picchu. Tickets for this package are more acquirable.