Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Tickets

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Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Tickets
Top rated
4.852941 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.852941 out of 5 stars
34 reviews

Discover breathtaking mountains and picturesque valleys on this 5-day guided hike from Cusco to Machu Picchu. Pass by lakes and waterfalls on this tour that includes meals and camping gear.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 5 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Pick-up at hotel or Airbnb at any location near Cusco city center

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Peter – Norway

In particular our guide, Roger, was fantastic. He must be the best guide TreXperience has, and one of the best I have experienced during many years of worldwide travel.

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Octavian – Romania

Fillo was the most amazing guide I’ve ever met! He took care of everything in every detail and helped alot with the headaches during hiking as I wasn’t used to that altitude. Amazing experience that I will never forget! Fillio, you gave us an outstanding experience during the Salkantay trek! Big up for the cook, Estevan, amazing chef and the peruvian food was top notch. And for the porters, all my respect, they are so hardworking. Totally recommend, the locations, the staff, the schedule, 10/10!

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Cusco Humantay Lake - SalkaGlamp Campsite

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Start Soraypampa Hike

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    Start Soraypampa Hike

    Begin your adventure with an early 4:30 AM pickup, followed by a 3-hour scenic drive to the trailhead. After a hearty breakfast, meet your dedicated team and start your hike to Soraypampa (3,800 m) in about 3 hours.

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    Trek to Humantay Lake and Salka-Glamp campsite

    Relish a well-deserved lunch, then trek 2 hours to Humantay Lake (4,200 m) for stunning views. Continue another 2 hours to the cozy Salka-Glamp campsite at 4,150 m, where you'll end the day with a delicious dinner beneath a star-lit sky.

Day 2

Salka Glamp - Salkantay Pass - Cloud Forest

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Day 3

Campsite - Pachamanca Barbecue - Llactapata

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Day 4

Llactapata - Hydroelectrica - Aguas Calientes

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Day 5

Explore Machu Picchu - Return to Cusco

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the Humantay Lake and Llaqtapata
  • Get involved in coffee tours and Pachamanca Barbecue
  • Camp in Llactapata facing Machu Picchu
  • Return on the panoramic Vistadome train

Includes

  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Pickup from your hotel
  • Bus ride from Cusco to trailhead
  • Pickup from Ollantaytambo to Cusco on the last day
  • Porters to carry food and equipment
  • Horse, horsemen, and emergency horse
  • Chef to prepare all meals
  • Professional English-speaking local tour guides
  • All meals included except the final day's lunch in Machupicchu
  • 4 person tents for every 2 people
  • Sleeping pad
  • One night hostel in Aguas Calientes
  • Entrance tickets
  • Medical kit
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Hand towels
  • Sheets
  • Pillows
  • Rain Poncho
  • Train back to Cusco
  • Sleeping bag (can be rented)
  • Inflatable mattress (can be rented)
  • Trekking poles (can be rented)
  • Huayna Picchu Mountain pass (needs to be booked in advance)
  • Machu Picchu Mountain pass (needs to be booked in advance)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Not allowed

  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Dietary options available please advise at time of booking.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Passport details needed at the time of booking.
  • It is recommended that you bring a lightweight and comfortable backpack no larger than 25L as larger backpacks cannot be taken into Machu Picchu.
  • Bring a hat and sunglasses, rain gear and warm layers, sun cream, bug spray, sanitiser, toilet paper, personal medication, band-aids, a camera, extra batteries and a head torch.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 34 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Peter – NorwayDecember 8, 2024 – Verified booking
In particular our guide, Roger, was fantastic. He must be the best guide TreXperience has, and one of the best I have experienced during many years of worldwide travel.
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Octavian – RomaniaJuly 5, 2024 – Verified booking
Fillo was the most amazing guide I’ve ever met! He took care of everything in every detail and helped alot with the headaches during hiking as I wasn’t used to that altitude. Amazing experience that I will never forget! Fillio, you gave us an outstanding experience during the Salkantay trek! Big up for the cook, Estevan, amazing chef and the peruvian food was top notch. And for the porters, all my respect, they are so hardworking. Totally recommend, the locations, the staff, the schedule, 10/10!
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Dominik – GermanySeptember 23, 2024 – Verified booking
The Salkantay Trek was great. Also the organization and accommodation along the way. Plenty of meals, no own snacks are necessary. Rental sleeping bag was clean and warm. For Macchu Pichu two guides are not enough, in case the is splitted due to different circles and activities.

Product ID: 183392

Activity provider:TreXperience

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