About this experience
This breathtaking Salkantay trek takes you through diverse landscapes and altitudes, as we trek around the skirts of Mount Salkantay (6271m/20,568ft) and camp within sight of the snowcapped peaks. We ascend to reach the famous Apacheta Pass at (4,600m/15,088ft) and descend into a tropical area passing Andenes and Chaullay on the far side of the mountain.
This Salkantay trek includes: a train ride from the Hydroelectric Dam. Afterwards, you will spend the rest of the 4th evening relaxing in town and the hot springs of Aguas Calientes. Early on the 5th morning, you will take the bus (or walk if desired) up to Machu Picchu and enjoy the amazing views. Although there are breathtaking views throughout the entire journey to the top, hiking Machu Picchu is an experience of a lifetime. Then, we will take a late afternoon train and catch a bus back to Cusco towards the evening.
At a glance
- Duration: 192 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 192 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
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What is included
- Dining tent with table and chairs
- Buffet lunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Oxygen bottle
- Transportation by train back to Ollantaytambo train station
- Water (You will only need water for the first morning then we will provide you hot or cold boiled water)
- 4 nights accommodation
- Horsemen and mules (they carry cooking and camping equipment and up to 7 kilos of tourists' belongings)
- Private transportation to the start of the trail, along the sacred valley with nice views
- All pick-ups from the airport to the hotel and vice versa
- Salkantay Trek 5 days includes:
- Professional chef
- All breakfast in the accommodations
- Buffet dinner
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- Pick up from your hotel
- One night accommodation at Aguas Calientes
- Snacks
- First Aid kit
- Foam mattress (carried by the horses)
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station back to Cusco
- 3-man tent (per 2 people)
- All hotel accommodations (the 3 star Casa Andina Cusco classic or similar standard)
Not included
- Single Supplement (solo travelers)
- Excess baggage charges
- Additional nights during the trip due to flight cancellations
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Travel Insurance
- Laundry services
- Sleeping bag (can be rented)
- Walking stick (can be rented)
- Entrance ticket to the hot springs
- First breakfast and last lunch at Aguas Calientes.
- Meals that are not stated otherwise
- Sacred valley tour and entrance fees
- Gratitude for your crew (cooks, horsemen, guides, etc)
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please, provide your flight details or hotel information to pick you up on the first day.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Valencia Travel Agency S.a.c.
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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