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5-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake

About this experience

Our trekking is full of nature and biodiversity, the first 2 days are in the high mountains around 4000meters, surrounded by snow peaks and beautiful blue lakes, the third day is passing the Andean mountain and approaching to the jungle where the hot springs relax the tired muscles, the last 2 days have activities like zip-lining activity, and of course one of the 7 wonders of the world Machupicchu.

At a glance

  • Duration: 120 hr

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Salkantay trek to Machupicchu + Humantay Lake
Pickup included
Salkantay trek + Zipline+train
Zipline : this activity includes 6 cable line of 1 km long in the Andes mountain with climbing rock
Return by train the last day : After Machupicchu on the last day, you will return by train to Cusco (4hours), instead of the bus ride of 7hours.
Sleeping bad : We provide you a -10°C sleeping bag made of feathers
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.

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Before you go

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

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • we carry your backpack Maximum 5kg the first 3 days using a horse (the hardest part)
  • PROFESSIONAL BILINGUAL GUIDE (Spanish - English)
  • 3 Nights Camping 1Night hostel (private for couples)
  • Pick up from your hotel in Cusco between 5:30 to 6:00am
  • Briefing with the guide 1 day before the tour..
  • Full camping gear except for sleeping bag (it is personal)
  • Machupicchu entrance for booking with 2 moths in advance, if not contact us, we have more options)
  • Return By bus the last day to Cusco

Not included

  • Breakfast the first day, Lunch and Dinner the last day
  • hot springs
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • You can send us the details of your hostel in Cusco when you can, at least 24 hours before the start tour day. We will pass by your hotel between 5:30 to 6:00 am to pick you up, you can wait for us at the reception of the hotel.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Mega Expeditions

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 120 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
You can send us the details of your hostel in Cusco when you can, at least 24 hours before the start tour day. We will pass by your hotel between 5:30 to 6:00 am to pick you up, you can wait for us at the reception of the hotel.
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 10–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 61+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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