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Salkantay Backpacker Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
18
Age Requirement
18 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Cusco, Peru

Cusco, Peru

Highlights

High-altitude trek with stunning vistas of Humantay Lagoon

Summit the breathtaking Salkantay Pass amidst regal peaks

Immersive treks through lush high jungle landscapes

Guided exploration of the iconic Machu Picchu at sunrise

Itinerary

Seeking a trek that blends natural wonders with historical marvels? The Salkantay Backpacker Trek to Machu Picchu is a five-day odyssey through Peru’s breathtaking Andes, tailored for adventurous young travelers and seasoned trekkers. Hike the renowned Salkantay route, surrounded by glacial peaks, pristine alpine lakes, and lush cloud forests. Along the way, discover ancient Inca ruins and diverse ecosystems.

Expert guides lead you along adrenaline-pumping trails, ensuring both safety and cultural immersion. The crowning moment? Exploring the legendary Machu Picchu, a fitting reward for your efforts. This trip’s unique selling point is its blend of challenging trekking and rich cultural discovery, promising a truly epic Peruvian adventure.

Day 1Cusco - Soraypampa, Peru
Day 2Soraypampa - Challhuay or Colcapampa, Peru
Day 3Challhuay or Colcapampa - Santa Teresa Town, Peru
Day 4Santa Teresa Town - Aguas Calientes, Peru
Day 5Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco, Peru
Salkantay Backpacker Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

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What's Included

Accommodation
1N in hostel accommodation in Aguas CalientesAccommodation pick-up in Cusco
Meals
4 Breakfast(s)4 Lunch(es)4 Dinner(s)
Transport
Van transfer Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha (starting point of the trek)Car transfer La Playa - Santa TeresaTourist bus Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Guide
Professional English-speaking guide
Others
3N in camping during the trek (including basic sleeping mattress and tent for 2)Tourist train Aguas Calientes - OllantaytamboPre-departure briefingMachu Picchu entrance feeFirst aid kit and emergency oxygen bottleHorseman and mules to carry a total of 7 kg for each trekker (including 3 kg for your sleeping bag and mattress plus 4 kg of personal items)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
TrekkingVisit the archaeological site Machu Picchu

What's Excluded

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