Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Entrance to Machupicchu
Pick up from hotels in Cusco
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Tourist transport
Return train ticket Aguas Calientes- Ollantaytambo
Accommodation 4 nights
Lunch the last day after the guided visit to Machu Picchu.
Entrance to Laguna Humantay and Salkantay Trail 20 soles (payment on the spot)
Others not mentioned
Zip line activity ($32 dollars)
Thermo-medicinal baths in Cocalmayo 10 soles
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In the same Water Pool
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
After the reservation, we will be in constant communication with the passenger to coordinate everything.
What to expect
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 • Llaqtapata Camp, the best camp right in front of Machu Picchu.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
FAQs about Salkantay Trek 5D / 4N
Can I cancel Salkantay Trek 5D / 4N for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 days.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
In the same Water Pool Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Entrance to Machupicchu
- Pick up from hotels in Cusco
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- Tourist transport
- Return train ticket Aguas Calientes- Ollantaytambo
- Accommodation 4 nights
What's not included?
- Lunch the last day after the guided visit to Machu Picchu.
- Entrance to Laguna Humantay and Salkantay Trail 20 soles (payment on the spot)
- Others not mentioned
- Zip line activity ($32 dollars)
- Thermo-medicinal baths in Cocalmayo 10 soles
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness.
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