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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days / 3 Nights

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About this experience

The Salkantay Hike 4 Days comes from the name of the mountain that means “Wild Mountain” located in the Cordillera del Vilcanota considered the second largest mountain in Cusco and of spiritual value.

Salkantay trek is an alternative trek to visit Machu Picchu, the level of difficulty is similar to the Classic Inca Trail.

The Salkantay starts with a cold climate that the journey changes to a warm environment. Salkantay is considered by Natgeo as one of the most pleasant hikes in the world, offering in its beautiful landscape a variety of flora and fauna.

At a glance

  • Duration: 96 hr

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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days / 3 Nights
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour96 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 96 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

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What is included

  • Mattress Tents and camping equipment
  • First aid kit more Oxygen
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Train Machu Picchu Town – Ollantaytambo
  • Hotel in Aguas Calientes (Posada de Olger – Dennys house)
  • Professional tour Guide (English – Spanish)
  • Breakfast
  • Transportation Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha
  • Transportation Ollantaytambo – Cusco
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu .
  • Meals: 3 breakfasts / 3 lunches / 3 dinners , Snacks
  • Chef Horses and Porters (only carry camping equipment)

Not included

  • The last lunch (4th day).
  • Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu-Mountain Entrance.
  • Sleeping bag
  • Entrance to Salkantay:
  • Machu Picchu Town CONSETTUR Bus Tickets RT:
  • Food not mentioned in the program.
  • Expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Trekking poles

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick up from hotels or Airbnb located within the historical center of Cusco.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Aremika Expeditions

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

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 96 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick up from hotels or Airbnb located within the historical center of Cusco.
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 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. 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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