A minimum of 2 people per reservation is required to do this private excursion. The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu is the number one alternative to the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The impressive Salkantay and Humantay mountains dominate the first two days as you traverse the high puna landscape. On the third day, you will descend into the warm cloud forest, to reach the city of Machu Picchu. The impressive magical citadel of Machu Picchu is visited on the fifth day of the trek. The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu was recently named one of the 25 best treks in the world, by National Geographic Adventure travel magazine.
To carry out this excursion privately, a minimum of 2 people per reservation is required. Salkantay Trek is one of the most famous routes in Cusco, which combines beautiful landscapes; from the highlands of Peru to the dense vegetation of the cloud forest. This is a perfect alternative route if you plan to trek to Machu Picchu along the less traveled areas. Along the way you will find beautiful snow-capped mountains, lakes, hundreds of orchids, bromeliads, hummingbirds, coffee and coca farms. Highlights • Highly trained professional tour guides • Experience different landscapes from the Highlands to the cloud forest. • Visit the coffee plantations and participate in the harvesting process • ...
Salkantay Trek 5D / 4N
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A minimum of 2 people per reservation is required to do this private excursion. The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu is the number one alternative to the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The impressive Salkantay and Humantay mountains dominate the first two days as you traverse the high puna landscape. On the third day, you will descend into the warm cloud forest, to reach the city of Machu Picchu. The impressive magical citadel of Machu Picchu is visited on the fifth day of the trek. The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu was recently named one of the 25 best treks in the world, by National Geographic Adventure travel magazine.