About this experience
The route Short Salkantay Trek Inka Trail Llactapata is definitely recommended for hiking lovers, feel the tranquility and purity of nature and completely forget about globalization.
This route Salkantay trek 4-day will lead you to Machu Picchu in a totally different way because the third day we will visit the small Inca city Llactapata. To ascend to this beautiful place, from Playa Sahuayaco we will take an original Inca trail that few travel companies and guides know.
When we are in the archaeological site of Llactapata, you will not regret having taken this tour because we will have totally awesome views, deep valleys, mountains covered with snow and vegetation. Also in the distance between the huge mountains, we will be able to see the Inca City of Machu Picchu.
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 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
- From Hydroelectric to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) 50 minutes
- Food: 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts (vegetarian optional)
- Muleteers
- Large dining and kitchen tent
- First aid kit and an oxygen balloon
- 1 night in Aguas Calientes hotel
- 1 Tent for 2 people plus mats
- Mules to transport the camping equipment.
- Train: From Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) to Ollantaytambo 1 hour and a half
- Chairs and dining table
- Professional guide
- Bus: Ollantaytambo to Cusco 1 hour and a half
- Small information about the tour one day before the trek
- Cook and an assistant for more than 8 person
- Bus Cusco – Mollepata (Challacancha)
- Entry ticket to Machu Picchu
Not included
- Bus from Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Sleeping bags (we can rent you)
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
- Travel Insurancence
- Personal stuff
- Additional horse
- Breakfast on the first day, lunch, dinner on the last day
- Tips for the guide, Cooker and the horsemen (optional)
- Walking sticks
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- Traveler pick-up is included Our collection is included at no additional cost if your hotel, Airbnb or another is located near the historic center of Cusco.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- Japanese — Guide
- 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 pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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