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Salkantay Trek & Machupicchu Tour

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
8
Age Requirement
5 - 79 yrs
Operated In
English, Spanish
Max Altitude
4600 meters

Starts

Ends

Cusco, Peru

Cusco, Peru

Highlights

Conquer the Salkantay Pass

Explore Machu Picchu

Take a ride on an Expedition train

Travel to the ruins of Llactapata

Itinerary

Craving a trek that goes beyond the ordinary? The Salkantay Trek & Machupicchu Tour delivers an epic five-day adventure through Peru’s breathtaking highlands. This guided hike is a celebrated alternative to the classic Inca Trail, offering more distance, greater diversity of landscapes, and the thrill of passing one of the country’s highest mountain passes.

From day one, immerse yourself in dramatic Andean scenery—towering peaks, cloud forests, and remote valleys. On the fourth day, catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu, with your final day dedicated to exploring this world wonder in depth. The carefully designed itinerary avoids the most crowded sections, allowing for a more serene and personal trekking experience.

A major USP of this tour is its balance: you enjoy the best highlights of the Salkantay route while sidestepping overtouristed spots. Perfect for hikers seeking both adventure and tranquility, this trip ensures you witness Peru’s natural and cultural wonders with a fresh perspective.

Day 1Cusco - Soraypampa - Soyroccocha
Day 2Soyroccocha - Unuyuq
Day 3Unuyuq - Sahauayaco
Day 4La Playa - Aguas Calientes
Day 5Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

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Highest point: Salkantay (6271 m)
Salkantay Trek & Machupicchu Tour

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What's Included

Licensed guide fluent in English, Spanish, and Quechua, plus an assistant guide for large groupsSupport staff including professional cooks and wranglers for the mules and horsesHorses and mules to carry group gear as well as large duffel bags, provided during the briefing, for personal items (no weight limit)Drinking water and snacks as well as all meals throughout the duration of the trek. We take care of special dietary needsSleeping tents, and a Therm-a-rest. Three-person tents are provided for single occupancy and four-person tents for double occupancy to allow plenty of room for personal gear1 horse for emergencies. Additional horses can be arranged at an additional chargeA first aid kit, including oxygen cylindersAll group entrance fees, including that to Machu PicchuHotel in Aguas Calientes (3 star hotel)Train (Expedition Train Service)All transfers

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