Salkantay Base Camp to Machu Picchu Trek
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- Trekking and Hiking
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 15 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Trek difficulty Easy
- Tour Code BM-16188
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- Operated in English
- Enjoy the lesser-trekked route to Mount Salkantay before walking the last day of the classic Inca Trail
- Explore the iconic ‘lost city’ of Machu Picchu at the best time of day
- Trek among the lush valleys, alpine lakes and rugged snow-capped peaks of the Peruvian Andes
- Experience historic Cusco along with world class restaurants, museums and galleries in the bustling capital of Lima
- Be immersed in stunning landscapes and cultural encounters providing endless photo opportunities
Experience one of Peru's best treks and the delights of Cusco. The soaring peaks of the Andes and the cultural legacies of the Incas are two of Peru’s most compelling attractions. We discover both and much more on this amazing two-week adventure. After savouring the historical and cultural highlights of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas while we take our time acclimatising, we commence our trek. This little-visited trail takes us through breathtaking mountain scenery as we make our way to the foothills of the majestic snow-capped peaks of Salkantay, Humantay and Huayanay. For a week we explore the stunning wilderness of the Peruvian Andes, following trails to 5,000 m in the Cordillera Vilcabamba and establishing camp beneath the spectacular 6,220m Mount Salkantay. This stunning trail is much quieter than the busier Inca Trail and is highly regarded by past trekkers. On the final day we join the classic Inca Trail for the unforgettable sight of Machu Picchu from the ‘Sun Gate’. Rather than rushing back to Cusco, we spend a night in nearby Aguas Calientes for a well-deserved soak in the local hot springs before heading back to Machu Picchu the next day at the best time, as the sun is rising over these dramatic ruins. If you’re looking for an unforgettable encounter with Peruvian culture, history and wilderness—one that gets you off the beaten track but takes in the must-see sights of Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu—then this is the adventure for you!
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Day 1 : Arrive Lima
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Day 2 : Fly to Cusco
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Day 3 : Tour of Cusco and the nearby ruins
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Day 4 : To Sacred Valley of the Incas
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Day 5 : In Sacred Valley of the Incas
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Day 6 : Drive to Challacancha, commence trek (trekking approx 4-6hrs)
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Day 7 : Trek up the valley between Salkantay and Humantay (trekking approx 4-7hrs)
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Day 8 : Trek over Incachiriasca pass to Acobamba (trekking approx 7-8hrs)
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Day 9 : Descend to Paucarcancha and up to the village of Q’esca (trekking approx 7-8hrs)
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Day 10 : Trek over the Ancascocha Pass (trekking approx 6-7hrs)
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Day 11 : Descend to the Sacred Valley at Chilca (trekking approx 5-6hrs)
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Day 12 : Trek to Machu Picchu (trekking approx 7-8hrs)
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Day 13 : Explore Machu Picchu, return to Cusco
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Day 14 : Cusco - free day
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Day 15 : Drive to Cusco airport, trip concludes
- Comfortable and central hotels primarily Casa Andina Classic hotels
- 14 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners
- Airport transfers if arriving/departing on first or last day
- Private internal transportation
- Expert bilingual guide
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Group medical kit
- The use of a gear pack including sleeping bag, fibre filled jacket, thermarest and headtorch
- Group camping equipment & porters to carry personal gear
- Sightseeing and site entrance fees as listed (including Machu Picchu entrance fee)
- International flights and taxes
- Internal flights Flights Lima/Cusco/Lima are not included. The domestic flights in Peru will be quoted separately as they can often change considerably and depends on the international airline that you fly with to Peru. Certain airlines flying to Peru offer special discounted fares for domestic flights if booked in conjunction with the international ticket. Domestic flights have become increasingly expensive, and rather than charge everyone a set amount, our intention is to find you the best possible domestic flight deal in conjunction with your international ticket. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more details and a flight quote. If you are booking the internal flights yourself, please contact us so we can advise which flights are suitable.
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- Medical treatment
- Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages (except wine on last trek day)
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Salkantay Base Camp to Machu Picchu Trek tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 29 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 May 2024, a deposit of 318 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceSalkantay Base Camp to Machu Picchu Trek tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Salkantay Base Camp to Machu Picchu Trek tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
- Smaller group sizes have been implemented on this tour to protect against COVID-19 and to ensure that the tour complies with local authorities’ guidelines.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- Guides are trained in our COVID-19 response plan that has been developed in line with state government medical provisions.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.