About this experience
The Salkantay tour is one of the best treks in the world. This impressive trail is a good option after the Inca Trail.
The Salkantay Trek is designed to offer a challenging hike and a beautiful view of Salkantay while participating in the Inca Trail. It is truly the best of both worlds experience. This trip is a specially curated trek that spans five days and four nights, with an emphasis on hiking. If you are looking for your next once-in-a-lifetime travel experience, consider the Salkantay Trek with short 5-day Inca Trail that takes you directly to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 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
What is included
- Oxygen tank and first aid is available.
- 2-night camp with comfortable equipment.
- Lunch
- Entrance ticket to short inca trail and Machu Picchu
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Return to your hotel.
- All transportation for the duration of the trek.
- Personal carrier up to 7 kilos
- Experienced chefs and porters
- Pick up from your hotel for the tour.
- Professional tour guides.
- Inca rail voyager expedition train.
- Satellite phones, first aid kit and oxygen tank.
- Bus down to Aguas Calientes from Machu Picchu
- Private portable toilets
- 2 nights in a three-star hotel
- Safety briefing the day before the excursion at 18:00 in our office.
- Satellite phones for emergencies.
- Eureka tents with 4 seats for every 2 passengers.
Not included
- Sleeping bags, air mattresses or trekking poles or you can bring your own.
- Lunch last day after the Machu Picchu Tour
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will be identified with a t-shirt or jacket with our company logo so you can easily recognize us.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Audio
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ali Peru Treks - Travel Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- We accommodate any special requests for food restrictions. (e.g, allergy to nuts, vegan, gluten-free).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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