Embrace a journey whispering the ancient tales of the Incas on the Salkantay Trek. Discover the unbridled beauty of the Andes en route to Machu Picchu. Stretching 55 kilometers, or roughly 34 miles, the Salkantay Trail unveils Peru’s raw beauty.
This vibrant trek both enchants and challenges with every step. It offers hikers an intimate look at Peru’s untamed landscapes. Moreover, it stands as a cherished alternative to the popular Inca Trail.
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Train or bus tickets to Aguas Calientes and/or Machu Picchu.
Transport to the start of the trek and return to Cusco.
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Admission to Machu Picchu.
Camping equipment.
Travel Insurance.
Personal Equipment (Walking Sticks, Rain Gears, Waterbottles, etc.)
Personal Expenses.
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu for 5 Days
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Embrace a journey whispering the ancient tales of the Incas on the Salkantay Trek. Discover the unbridled beauty of the Andes en route to Machu Picchu. Stretching 55 kilometers, or roughly 34 miles, the Salkantay Trail unveils Peru’s raw beauty.
This vibrant trek both enchants and challenges with every step. It offers hikers an intimate look at Peru’s untamed landscapes. Moreover, it stands as a cherished alternative to the popular Inca Trail.
Highlights
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Train or bus tickets to Aguas Calientes and/or Machu Picchu.
Transport to the start of the trek and return to Cusco.
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Admission to Machu Picchu.
Camping equipment.
Travel Insurance.
Personal Equipment (Walking Sticks, Rain Gears, Waterbottles, etc.)
Personal Expenses.
Items | Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu for 5 Days
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Cusco - Mollepata - Challacancha - Soraypampa
2 Stops
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Mollepata
Your adventure begins with an early hotel pick-up in Cusco, leading to a scenic drive to Mollepata, a quaint town in the Andean valleys. From there, you proceed to Challacancha, the trek's starting point, where the atmosphere is charged with excitement amid the refreshing mountain breezes.
6 hours
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SORAYPAMPA
Starting your trek, you head towards Soraypampa with gradual inclines, allowing for altitude acclimatization. Along the way, lush meadows and vast mountain views accompany you. Upon reaching Soraypampa, you set up camp amidst the Peruvian Andes. As the evening sun bathes the surroundings in gold, you settle down and prepare for dinner, with excitement building for the upcoming days.
