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4-Day Guided Trek from Salkantay to Machu Picchu

About this experience

It is one of the most famous routes in Peru, which has as its starting point the city of Cusco (3,399 m.a.s.l.) then we will go to Soraypampa, from this place we will have the first views of the magnificent snowy Salkantay (6,270 m.a.s.l.), which belongs to the Cordillera del Vilcanota.

The tour has a duration of 4 days, this hike invites you to discover and enjoy a variety of climates from very cold to warm weather. Also throughout the journey, we will enjoy incredible landscapes, mountains, snow-capped mountains, rivers, lakes, wild animals, llamas, alpacas, and the dense vegetation that we will see in our walk through the jungle (Santa Teresa), finally the majestic Machu Picchu.

At a glance

  • Duration: 96 hr

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4-Day Guided Trek from Salkantay to Machu Picchu
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour96 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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What is included

  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu.
  • Personal pillow
  • 1 night hostel in Aguas Calientes
  • Transportation from the beach to Santa Teresa
  • Lunch
  • Horses to carry - 7 Kilos of each hiker.
  • Dinner
  • Duffel bag to prepare 7 kilos of your belongings carried by horses.
  • Breakfast
  • Professional English / Spanish speaking guide.
  • Transportation to the Salkantay trail head.
  • First aid kit.
  • Briefing prior to departure from Salkantay
  • Oxygen bottle for emergencies.
  • Pillows at the first camp.
  • Cooks Cooking equipment.
  • 2 night camping
  • Return BY TRAIN - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo

Not included

  • Entrance fee to Laguna Humantay ( 20 soles )
  • Additional expenses, tips, and gratitude.
  • trekking sticks (you can rent with us for 15 USD )
  • Sleeping (you can rent with us for 20 usd)
  • Admission to Machu Picchu is subject to availability at the time of booking.

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick-up is at the hotel lobby, wait 10 minutes before pick-up. The guide will write or call you 15 minutes before pick up.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • MachuPicchu Journey

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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 96 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up is at the hotel lobby, wait 10 minutes before pick-up. The guide will write or call you 15 minutes before pick up.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 10+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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