This 5-day 4-night Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is an excellent substitute for the Inca Trail — considered by most to be the best alternative route, and maybe even better!
This magnificent trail is perfect for adventurers who wish to become personally integrated in changing ecosystems from one day to the next. You will walk through sweeping, magical landscapes of a snowy mountain paradise to a tropical jungle where you will find a wide range of animals, medicinal plants and flower varieties. Witness with your own eyes a living but ancient culture in remote villages hardly ever seen by foreigners. End your trek at the famed Machu Picchu for an experience of a lifetime.
Let’s start exploring the mountains!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Tent, Camping
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Salkantay, Cusco, Soraypampa, Ch
Salkantay, Cusco, Soraypampa, Chaullay, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes
This epic multi-sport expedition explores the culturally rich region near Cusco, Peru. The expedition combines trekking, biking, rafting, and zip lining in an unforgettable experience. Get a unique view of ancient archaeological sites, beautiful valleys, and stunning mountain glaciers before making your way to Machu Picchu.
Join as a solo traveler or with friends to experience these amazing destinations with fellow travelers from all over. We guarantee all group departure dates even if only one person is signed up. We recommend asking how many people are currently in your group before booking.
Trekking and HikingRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
16-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Teres
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Moray, Santa Maria
Experience Peru in style on this 15-day adventure from coastal plains to mountaintop cities. Travelling through Lima, Puno, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, you’ll explore dramatic Andean landscapes and learn about traditional cultures. Visit the iconic Machu Picchu – one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – and see the citadel from different angles on an optional One Day Inca Trail trek. Share a classic pachamanca meal with the locals in the highlands community of Huilloq. And spend time with the Uros people on their floating islands on Lake Titicaca. With a local leader by your side, you’ll go beneath the surface and come away with a deeper understanding of Peru and its people.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calie
Lima, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno
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Jagged glaciers, snow-topped peaks, glittering turquoise lakes and lively beech forests make Patagonia one of the most dramatically beautiful landscapes in the world. This one explores the Chilean & Argentine sides of this region, where you'll be exploring spectacular national parks, sailing up close to glittering glaciers, spotting flamingos, hiking past blue lagoons and exploring options such as riding horses like a Gaucho and kayaking through crystal clear waters. You've never seen our planet look quite this beautiful.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Santiago, El Calafate, Puerto Na
Santiago, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, El Chalten
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This once in a lifetime 7- day trip includes a hat-trick of spectacular sights. Explore the Sacred Valley – a 62-mile tendril of fertile land that was pivotal to the Incan empire. Visit the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu – the cloud-kissing city that is a time capsule for Incan culture and a mysterious wonder designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Plus, discover the magic and mysticism of Lake Titicaca in Puno – the sprawling lake which is known as the birthplace of the Incas and is home to the floating islands of Uros, which are so beautiful they have to be seen to be believed.
Don’t miss out on this spectacular tour!
The trek was very well organized from the beginning to end. I was quite nervous to do it but the team was very motivating and attentive, which I really appreciated. The guide was very informative and the food was great.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the ultimate Costa Rica adventure with vibrant wildlife, lush rainforests, and pristine beaches. Experience breathtaking volcano hikes, thrilling canopy zip-lining, and serene hot springs. Indulge in diverse activities, including exploring Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, and Manuel Antonio National Park. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local traditions, and savor authentic cuisine. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this enriching journey promises unforgettable memories. Book now for an extraordinary Costa Rican escape!
AdventureWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Hostel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Monteverde Cloud Fores
San Jose, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Punta Arenas, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, La Fortuna
Discover the lost land of the Incas and visit Machu Picchu on this 15 day tour of Peru. Starting in Lima we head south to the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve. We get to see a huge array of birds and marine mammals on a boat ride through the islands. The next day we head through the Ica Desert on our way to Peru's wine regoin where we visit a winery before travelling to the Oasis of Huacachina where we have a chance to get our hearts pumping on an exhilarating dune buggy ride before settling down for a relaxing evening of camping under the stars. The next morning we are off to see the mysterious Nazca lines before heading to Arequipa for the night. We spend the next 4 days exploring Colca Canyon, we can select from additional activities like white water rafting, cycling, horse riding and trekking. We then travel to Cuzco where we visit some nearby sites before heading back to our hotel to prepare for our next adventure. We head out early the next morning from Cuzco to the Urubamba Valley from where we begin our 4 day trek along the Inca Trail to the unforgettable Machu Picchu. At the end of our trek we head back to Cuzco by train. The next day is free to explore Cuzco at your leisure, the next day you will be transferred to the airport for your departing flight.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Guest House
Age Range
16-85 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Machu Picchu, Lima, Inca Trail
Machu Picchu, Lima, Inca Trail, Cusco, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Huacachina, Arequipa
Embark on an unforgettable Bolivian Amazon adventure, exploring the pristine pampas from Rurrenabaque. Witness an incredible array of wildlife—pink river dolphins, caimans, and capybaras—in their natural habitat. Enjoy scenic boat rides, thrilling jungle treks, and authentic cultural encounters. This immersive experience promises birdwatching delights and unique opportunities to swim with dolphins. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this tour offers an extraordinary glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Salkantay Trek is a popular alternative to the very-crowded classic Inca Trail. It offers more distance, more mountains, more scenery, and a wider variety of landscapes, but still concludes with a visit to the iconic city of Machu Picchu. As the route does not have as many regulations as the Inca Trail, this also means that it can provide a “back door” trek to Machu Picchu when Inca Trail permits are sold out. This new itinerary, Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu via Llaqtapata, includes the highlights of the other Salkantay trek, but avoids many of the areas that are becoming crowded with other trekkers.
This trip is fully-inclusive, including a guide, accommodation, meals and transportation.
Duration: 5 days/4 nights
Distance trekked: about 50km
Elevation: 1900-4600m
Difficulty: Moderate
Crowds: Moderate
Trekking and HikingMountains
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Our guides Roberto and Mauricio were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our trek of the W. The guides were knowledgeable, timely, informative, and a ton of fun! Patagonia is filled with endless beauty. Thank you for the trip of a lifetime.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
16-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park, Santiago, Camping Laguna Azul, Camp Los Cuernos, Camp Paine Grande, Camp Grey, Puerto Natales
Visit South America and travel to the Galapagos Islands, Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Amazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. Discover unique creatures, as well as the island's outstanding natural beauty, by foot, boat and bike. Back on the mainland, enjoy the delights of Peru – from the tough but rewarding Inca Trail to the joy of interacting with friendly locals and experiencing cities full of colour, energy and passion.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, La Paz, Lima, Puerto Mald
Quito, La Paz, Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Amazon Lodge Tambopata, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail, San Cristobal Island, Puno, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz
Looking for a little bit of adventure blended with culture and history? Want to trek and get out in nature but only have a short time? Our amazing Lares Trek & Short Inca Trail 5-day trip is a perfect combination of adventure, natural landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich Inca history. It even includes a tour of the famed Macchu Picchu on the last day.
Start the trip from Cusco where we will drive to Pumahuanca to begin a 3-day, 2-night trek on the Lares Trail to Lares Valley. This alternative trek reveals the highlights of Peru from 600 years ago. While hiking, you will be surrounded by wild mountains, lagoons, and waterfalls and encounter indigenous people as well as llamas and alpacas in their natural habitats. Enjoy hot springs, a camping experience with your own personal cook, and stunning views.
Take time to explore Ollantaytambo before hitting the Inca Trail and trekking to Machu Picchu on day 4 and then end your trip with a guided tour of Machu Picchu before we bring you back to Cusco.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private and Group Tour Private Tour with a few fixed group departures available.