About this experience
The Salkantay to Machu Picchu trek is popular with trekking enthusiasts. Embark on an epic 75 km trek through breathtaking mountains, visiting lakes and jungles with a local guide and nutritious food.
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Vegetarian/vegan options available
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu approx. 2 hours
- Professional bilingual guide English/Spanish
Not included
- Sleeping Bags
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- todos son recogidos en sus hoteles
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machupicchu Nice
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
- A backpack
- A beanie hat or ear warmer
- Sun hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- A mid weight sweater
- A longsleeve t-shirt
- 1 – 2 t-shirts
- A lightweight suater or vest
- A pair of long pants
- Hiking shoes
- An extra pair of shoe
- 2 – 3 pairs wool socks
- A jacket
- A small towel
- Rain gear
- 1 – 2 pair shorts
- Sunglasses
- A small headlamp
- Waterbottle
- A toothbrust and other personal toiletries
- Toilet paiper
- Sun cream
- Insect repelent
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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