Take on the Ultimate 5-day Salkantay Trek, the second most popular route to Machu Picchu. Hike past Humantay Lake, snowy peaks, cloud forest and coffee farms before reaching the citadel of Machu Picchu. Perfect for active travelers seeking stunning scenery, culture, and a rewarding challenge.
Why book with TreXperience - Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator from Cusco city - Smooth Transfers: Free airport pick-up and drop-off included - Cultural Touches: Enjoy a Pachamanca & coffee experience - Unique Stays: Sleep in glamping tents, Andean huts & 3-star hotel - Camp at Llactapata with panoramic views of Machu Picchu - Scenic Return: Ride back on exclusive panoramic Vistadome train ...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable Stays: 2 nights camping, 1 night glamping and 1 night in a 3-star hotel
Hotel pick-up/drop-off, round-trip bus to Machu Picchu and return on Vistadome or 360° train
Lunch
Gear Support: Duffle bag (up to 7 kg/15 lb) and muleteers to carry your camping equipment
Dinner
Breakfast
Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu entrance tickets, Pachamanca cooking class and coffee experience
Safety briefing the day before and expert tour guide
Sleeping pad, pillow, rain poncho and hand towels provided
Gourmet Trail Meals: Prepared by expert chefs, water and daily snacks
Satellite phone, first-aid kit and oxygen tank for peace of mind
(Optional) Tickets for Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, They must be booked well in advance. If you have them, please let us know.
(Optional) Mattress, sleeping bag and trekking poles. We’re happy to offer guidance.
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Regocijo
Travelers can also meet us at Regocijo Square around 4:30 a.m.; please coordinate this with us the day before the tour.
Return
5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu + Vistadome Train
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Cusco
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Take on the Ultimate 5-day Salkantay Trek, the second most popular route to Machu Picchu. Hike past Humantay Lake, snowy peaks, cloud forest and coffee farms before reaching the citadel of Machu Picchu. Perfect for active travelers seeking stunning scenery, culture, and a rewarding challenge.
Why book with TreXperience - Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator from Cusco city - Smooth Transfers: Free airport pick-up and drop-off included - Cultural Touches: Enjoy a Pachamanca & coffee experience - Unique Stays: Sleep in glamping tents, Andean huts & 3-star hotel - Camp at Llactapata with panoramic views of Machu Picchu - Scenic Return: Ride back on exclusive panoramic Vistadome train ...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Comfortable Stays: 2 nights camping, 1 night glamping and 1 night in a 3-star hotel
Hotel pick-up/drop-off, round-trip bus to Machu Picchu and return on Vistadome or 360° train
Lunch
Gear Support: Duffle bag (up to 7 kg/15 lb) and muleteers to carry your camping equipment
Dinner
Breakfast
Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu entrance tickets, Pachamanca cooking class and coffee experience
Safety briefing the day before and expert tour guide
Sleeping pad, pillow, rain poncho and hand towels provided
Gourmet Trail Meals: Prepared by expert chefs, water and daily snacks
Satellite phone, first-aid kit and oxygen tank for peace of mind
(Optional) Tickets for Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, They must be booked well in advance. If you have them, please let us know.
(Optional) Mattress, sleeping bag and trekking poles. We’re happy to offer guidance.
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Regocijo
Travelers can also meet us at Regocijo Square around 4:30 a.m.; please coordinate this with us the day before the tour.
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake - Salkantay Glamping
5 Stops
1
Cusco
Begin your adventure with an early departure from Cusco, driving through the Andean highlands with sweeping views of valleys.
3 hours
2
Mollepata
Stop in Mollepata, a charming mountain town, to enjoy a traditional breakfast. Continue to Challacancha, where the trek officially begins.
1 hour
3
Laguna de Humantay
Hike gradually uphill, until reaching the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, set dramatically beneath glacial peaks.
4 hours
4
SORAYPAMPA
After exploring and taking photos, descend to Soraypampa for a freshly prepared lunch. In the afternoon, continue uphill to the exclusive TreXperience Salkantay Mountain Glamping, located at 4,150 m.
1 hour
5
Trexperience Salkantay Mountain Camp
Spend the evening enjoying a warm dinner, panoramic mountain views and a sky full of stars before resting in your tent.
