About this experience
Enjoy one of the best hikes in the world and the first alternative hike for those who want to explore part of the famous Inca Trail. Salkantay Trek 5-day hike, recommended by the Lonely Planet and National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine due to its exceptional natural and archeological scenic beauty.
In Salkantay trek 5-day hike, you will hike between the Andean mountain range by the original Inca trail until you reach the Inca city of Machu Picchu. Exclusively by Llactapata, the Inca path is totally original and virgin and for that reason, our trek will be totally different from other groups, because we will be the only ones to pass through Llactapata route.
At a glance
- Duration: 120 hr
- Private experience
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
- cook and assistant
- Lunch
- Large dining and kitchen tent
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Entry ticket to Machu Picch
- First aid kit and an oxygen balloon
- 1 night in Aguas Calientes hotel
- 1 Tent for 2 people plus mats
- Bus Cusco – Mollepata (Challakancha)
- Chairs and dining table
- Professional guide
- Bus: Ollantaytambo to Cusco 1 hour and a half
- Food: 4 lunches, 4 dinners, 4 breakfasts (vegetarian optional)
- Train: Machu Picchu village (Aguas Calientes) to Ollantaytambo 1 hour and a half
- Small information about the tour one day before the trek
Not included
- Bus from Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Sleeping bags (Can be hired from us)
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountains
- Travel Insurance
- Personal stuff
- Additional horse
- Breakfast on the first day, lunch, dinner on the last day
- Tips for the guide and the horsemen (optional)
- Walking sticks
Itinerary and highlights
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Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Hike Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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