About this experience
Trek one of the most spectacular trekking routes in Peru for 5 days to Machu Picchu. This itinerary combines Laguna Humantay, the Salkantay Pass at 4,600 m, cloud forest, a local coffee experience in Lucmabamba, and the Llactapata viewpoint, from where you can view Machu Picchu before arriving in Aguas Calientes. You will travel with a bilingual guide, with transport for up to 7 kg of luggage, meals during the route, and accommodations selected from domes, local lodging, and hotels. An alternative to the Inca Trail for those seeking trekking, nature, and Andean culture in a single experience.
At a glance
- Duration: 120 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 120 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
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What is included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Private transport from the hotel in Cusco to Mollepata/Challacancha
- Breakfast
- Porter and mules to transport up to 7 kg of personal luggage per traveler
- Pre-briefing at 7:00 PM, 1 or 2 days before departure
- First aid kit and oxygen
- Bilingual professional guide: Spanish and English
- 1 night of hotel in Aguas Calientes with private room and bathroom
- Emergency horse between Marcoccasa and Chaullay
- Camping equipment: tent dining room with tables and chairs
- Entrance to Salkantay National Park and Machu Picchu
- Tea time and daily snacks
- Luggage transport from Lucmabamba to Hidroeléctrica
- Machu Picchu Tourist Train Town – Ollantaytambo + transport to Cusco
- Cook and kitchen team
Not included
- Day 1 Breakfast
- Lunch of Day 5
- Optional Hydroelectric Train – Machu Picchu Town
- Bus Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes approx. US$12 per person
- Sleeping bag approx. US$20 for the whole trip
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Unspecified drinks
- - Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, if offered as an extra
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Alternative meeting point for travelers who do not require hotel pickup. The exact time will be confirmed before the start of the tour.
- Pickup is made from hotels located within the service area indicated in Cusco. The exact time will be confirmed before the start of the tour. Please wait in the reception of your accommodation.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Dreamy Tours
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
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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