About this experience
Salkantay and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 7 days is amazing and offers tourists a mix of Salkantay trek and the Classic Inca trail tours, combining the best of our two most popular expeditions. Starting on the Salkantay trail that goes through Incachiriaska Pass or Frozen Inca’s Pass.
This path joins with original paved Inca pathways, a variety of fascinating Inca ruins, beautiful sceneries and continue on to Machu Picchu. With smaller groups you get the full attention of our staff and with each trekker having a personal porter to carry your personal gear so that you can enjoy the trek to the full.
Useful Information
Trip Type: Hiking, camping, adventure, history, culture
Hiking Distance: 75 km – 47 miles
Good For: Experienced hikers
Starting Altitude: 2900m – 9515ft.
Highest Altitude: 5028 m – 16,495ft.
Coldest Night: Day 2 around 0º Celsius and day 3 around 0º celsius
Overall Difficulty: Challenging
Recommendation: Permit required
At a glance
- Duration: 168 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 168 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Guide
Plan the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with practical guidance on permits, the Km 82 route, timing, published access rates, and booking decisions.
Choosing the Right Train to Machu Picchu
PeruRail or IncaRail, Vistadome or Expedition, Ollantaytambo or Poroy. The trade-offs nobody explains until you're already at the station.
Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco
A Machu Picchu day trip from Cusco is possible, but it requires advance entry tickets, carefully matched transport, and a very early start. Use this practical guide to choose a circuit, build a realistic schedule, compar
What is included
- Salkantay, Inca Trail & Machu Picchu fees
- Train & bus tickets
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Not included
- Tips for Inca Trail Staff
- Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 7
- Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us)
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up from the hotel or main square
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inca Trail Specialist
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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