Keep weight to a minimum
When you're hiking the Inca Trail carry only the essentials. Plan on storing the rest at your hotel in Cusco. It goes without saying that a strenuous trek at altitude will be more difficult if you're lugging huge weights around. Tents and supplies are usually carried by professional porters.
Another option is to get An extra porter to carry your personal items the cost is around US$ 75.00 for the entire 4 days
some of the inca trail trekers carry
a Daypack Rain jacket or Poncho Hiking Shoes Warm clothes, including jacket, fleece, sweaters and 4 pairs of socks Sleeping bag Flashlight and Batteries Water bottle Camera, films and batteries Hat or Cap to protect you from the sun or cold Sun Block Insect Repellent Toilet paper Water bottle and sterilizing tablets Towel Swimsuit (recommended for the hot springs).
