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5 Day – Salkantay Trek

About this experience

Salkantay trek is a high altitude 74km / 46 miles hike in the Cusco region, Peru. The route starts at Mollepata, a small town 100km from Cusco. Trekking includes a visit to Inca site; Machu Picchu both history and nature lovers will enjoy Salkantay trek

At a glance

  • Duration: 120 hr

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5 Day - Salkantay Trek
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour120 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 120 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

What is included

  • Transport from Cusco to Challacancha
  • Lunch
  • 01 night’s stay at a hostel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Dinner
  • Transport Ollantaytambo - Cusco
  • Breakfast
  • Horses (equipment, food)
  • Horse for carrying a maximum of 8 kilograms of baggage per person
  • Professional guide
  • Pick up from your hotel
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu
  • Camping equipment (tents and sleeping mats)
  • Return train ticket in expeditions class Aguas Calientes –Ollantaytambo
  • Briefing at your hotel, the night before the tour

Not included

  • Breakfast on the first day
  • Lunch on the final day
  • Bottled water or snacks during the tour
  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu
  • Entrance to machupicchu mountain.
  • Bus tickets to and from Machu Picchu
  • Sleeping bag
  • Train from hydroelectric station to Aguas Calientes
  • Salkantay
  • hot spring

Itinerary and highlights

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Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Inca Path Tour Operator

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 120 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 11–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. 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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