About this experience
The Salkantay Trek 5 Days is the most spectacular alternative trek to Machu Picchu and unlike the Classic Inca Trail, there are no permit limitations.
National Geographic Adventure Magazine rated the Salkantay Trek 5 Days as one for the 25 Best Treks in the World. Salkantay Trek 5 days 4 nights, through incredible landscapes where lowland jungle gives way to highland alpine settings and glaciated mountains, the most impressive of which is the snow peak Salkantay.
If you have missed to sign up on time for the Inca trail, the Salkantay Trek 5 days 4 nights, is your best option to get to Machu Picchu. There are also excellent hot springs at the end of your trek.
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
- Assistant guide
- Horsemen and mules (for carrying the camping equipment and 8 kilos of tourists' belongings)
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Entrance fees
- 1 night accommodation in Aguas Calientes (3-star superior category)
- Extra oxygen & First-Aid kit
- Sleeping mattresses
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Professional bilingual tour guide
- 4 man tents (per 2 people)
- Cook
- Return transportation (bus to start of trail and tourist train back to Ollantaytambo)
- 7kgs Personal Porter
- Pick up from hotel
Not included
- Single Suplement fee $ 112.00
- International and domestic flights
- Airport departure taxes or visa fees
- Excess baggage charges
- Additional nights during the trip due to flight cancellations
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Insurance of any kind
- Laundry
- Breakfast on day 1, and dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Huayna Picchu tickets
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please, provide your hotel information
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Valencia Travel Agency S.a.c.
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please Note: Train times are subject to change depending on timetables and availability. If organized in advance, the train can be upgraded to Vistadome (larger windows than the Expedition train) for an additional cost
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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