About this experience
Trek Salkantay is a 51 km long hike with a 6-7 hour trek. It is a path oriented to travelers who like challenges and witness the different microclimates, discover the mysteries of the Andean world and landscapes that the trail has to offer in a single trip to Machu Picchu.
"The Machu Picchu tickets is subject to availability, clarifying that the only entity authorized to sell these tickets is the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
Tickets will be purchased according to the available circuits and tickets (corresponding to circuits 1 and 2). Other circuits may be offered with an additional charge for the price difference in tickets. In case there is no availability of any type of tickets for Machu Picchu, you will receive a full refund of your tour package."
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
- Return train ticket
- professional tour guide (Only in circuit 2)
- oxygen assistance
- Lunch
- camping kit
- Dinner
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
Not included
- meals not mentioned
- Entries not mentioned
- Sleeping bag
- Trekking sticks
- Machu Picchu tickets(corresponding to circuits 1 and 2 subjet to availability) Check with your agent
- bus tickets in Machupicchu
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up from HOTELS
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Chullos Travel Peru
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
- "The Machu Picchu tickets is subject to availability, clarifying that the only entity authorized to sell these tickets is the Ministry of Culture of Peru. Tickets will be purchased according to the available circuits and tickets (corresponding to circuits 1 and 2). Other circuits may be offered with an additional charge for the price difference in tickets. In case there is no availability of any type of tickets for Machu Picchu, you will receive a full refund of your tour package."
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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