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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – 5 Day Hiking Adventure
(6) Reviews
Cusco
Important Information
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Embark on a once in a lifetime journey along the remote and majestic Salkantay Trail, a breathtaking 5 day trek to the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. This ancient high Andean route, an alternative to the classic Inca Trail, winds through 15 stunning ecosystems, from lush cloud forests to dramatic high altitude passes above 2,100 m. Along the way, you'll connect with welcoming local communities, discover hidden Inca archaeological sites, and immerse yourself in the spiritual energy of the Andes. Your Salkantay adventure includes a certified guide, delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, entrance tickets, and all necessary transportation, so you can focus on the experience, not t...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Equipment: Eureka Timberline tents, two per tent.
Porters & Horsemen: A personal porter will carry your duffel bag.
Lunch
Dinner
Emergency Horse: An extra horse is available if you need a break.
Breakfast
Transportation: All your transportation is included in this trek.
Professional bilingual guide
Briefing: Come to our office the night before your trek.
Tourist Train - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Hotel: Three nights camping, one night in Aguas Calientes hotel.
Optional - Sleeping bag: USD $25
Optional - Inflatable air mat: USD $20
Optional - Walking sticks (pair): USD $20
Optional - Huayna Picchu Mountain $ 35
Food:Lunch the last day is not included.
Tips for driver and guide (optional)
Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
Monumento al Inca
Return
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – 5 Day Hiking Adventure
(6) Reviews
Cusco
About
Embark on a once in a lifetime journey along the remote and majestic Salkantay Trail, a breathtaking 5 day trek to the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. This ancient high Andean route, an alternative to the classic Inca Trail, winds through 15 stunning ecosystems, from lush cloud forests to dramatic high altitude passes above 2,100 m. Along the way, you'll connect with welcoming local communities, discover hidden Inca archaeological sites, and immerse yourself in the spiritual energy of the Andes. Your Salkantay adventure includes a certified guide, delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, entrance tickets, and all necessary transportation, so you can focus on the experience, not t...
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Equipment: Eureka Timberline tents, two per tent.
Porters & Horsemen: A personal porter will carry your duffel bag.
Lunch
Dinner
Emergency Horse: An extra horse is available if you need a break.
Breakfast
Transportation: All your transportation is included in this trek.
Professional bilingual guide
Briefing: Come to our office the night before your trek.
Tourist Train - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Hotel: Three nights camping, one night in Aguas Calientes hotel.
We pick you up from your hotel and then we go the bus station and travel by bus for about 3 hours to Mollepata where we will have breakfast this firs breakfast need to be order in a local restaurant in Mollepata after that we take again the private transport until Challacancha where is going to start our trek. A 3 hour walk will take us to Soraypampa where we will have lunch with panoramic views of beautiful snow-capped mountains (Humantay; 4120m/13500ft and Salkantay; 6271m/20575ft) – just the start! We will begin our trek towards Soraypamapa, our first campsite (3800 m/11750ft; the highest and coldest campsite of the trip) taking in the beautiful landscape along the way as optional visit we will go to Humantay lake which is 1 hour walking from Soraypampa our first Campsite.
