About this experience
The challenge Salkantay Trek Tour to Machu Picchu via Llactapata is one of the most popular alternatives hikes to Machu Picchu after the classic Inca Trail, which is included among the 25 best treks in the world by the National Geographic Magazine. The Salkantay Trek tour is a great option for those people who didn’t get the entry to the Classic Inca Trail, moreover, Salkantay does not have entry limitations (for the moment), also offers you the opportunity to see the landscapes, snow-capped peaks like Salkantay, Humantay, lakes and more that can see only there.
Day 1: Drive from Cusco to Soraypampa & Hike to Humantay Lagoon – Suyrucocha camp.
Day 2: Hike to the Salkantay pass & descend into the Cloud forest of Llucmabamba.
Day 3: Exploring the Coffee farm and hike to the first views of Machu Picchu from Llactapata
Day 4: Views of sunrise over Machu Picchu – descend to Hydroelectric & walk to Aguas Calientes.
Day 5: Explore the citadel of Machu Picchu & back to Cusco
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
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- 3 nights of camping and 1 night in hotel
- Tour Leader for the all tour
- Camping equipment such as: tents, tables, chairs, etc
- All Transportation like: bus, consetur bus, Expedition Train
- Entrance for Machu Picchu archeological site, Humantay Lake & Salkantay Trail.
- 5 breakfast, 4 Lunch, 4 Dinner. Those meals are prepared by our chef.
Not included
- Tips for the team
- Sleeping bags (20 USD), poles (15 USD), air mattress (20 USD).
- Entrance for the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (30 USD).
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up from your hotels
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inca Town Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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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