Salkantay Trek Machupicchu 4 Days

High mountain adventure towards Machu Picchu : the Salkantay Trek 4 days takes you through changing Andean landscapes, from Soraypampa and the Humantay Lagoon, crossing the Salkantay Abra, and descending towards

Group ready for adventure in the Salkantay Trek : epic Andean landscapes from Soraypampa, crossing the Abra Salkantay with panoramic views from above, towards the Humantay Lagoon and Machu PIcchu.

Team ready on the 4-day Salkantay Trek! Enjoy epic views of snow-capped Andes, deep valleys and the route from Soraypampa, Abra Salkantay and Laguna Humantay to Machu Picchu

Fun break on the 4-day Salkantay Trek riding a wooden horse on the road! Andean adventure with views of valleys and mountains towards Machu Picchu

Happy group on the 4-day Salkantay Trek! Stunning views of deep valleys and snowy mountains on the route to Machu Picchu, from Soraypampa and Abra Salkantay

Colorful group in the rain on the 4-day Salkantay Trek! Pontoons ready in front of the Abra Salkantay sign, braving the weather on the route to Machu Picchu

Duration4 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Your tour differs by offering a complete, comfortable and well organized service from day one. Private transportation is included in every leg of the tour, scenic train and official buses for Machu Picchu, so you only concentrate on enjoying the experience. You will sleep in private and comfortable domes during the trek and in a tourist hotel in Aguas Calientes, guaranteeing good rest before visiting the citadel.

The experience is guided by bilingual professionals with extensive knowledge of Andean culture, and includes all necessary entries. Full food prepared by specialist cooks is offered, with vegetarian options, plus high-quality camping equipment, local mules, luggage mules and safety measures such as emergency horse, medicine cabinet and oxygen. Everything is designed to live the Salkantay and Machu Picchu safely, authentically and unforgettable

What's included

Private transportation
Entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel
Official entrance ticket to Salkantay National Park
Professional cook
Bilingual Professional Guide
Emergency horse
First aid kit
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Panoramic train
Vegetarian option available (request in advance)
Local harriers

Breakfast on the first day
Final lunch in Aguas Calientes on the fourth day
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes or Bajar Walking.
Optional train from hydroelectric power station to Aguas Calientes (third day)

What to expect

Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha – Soraypampa

8h · Admission ticket included

We start this Andean adventure leaving Cusco at 5:00 a.m. bound for Challacancha (3,400 m), passing through the picturesque town of Mollepata. In Challacancha we meet with the muleteers and begin one of the most spectacular trekkings in Peru. The hike runs through a beautiful valley surrounded by the towering snows of Humantay and Salkantay. We finished the day at their first mountain camp in Soraypampa (3,700 m).

Optional activity : In the afternoon, we recommend walking to the stunning Humantay Lagoon, famous for its turquoise waters and panoramic views. The journey from Soraypampa to the lagoon (4,220 m) takes approximately 3 hours round trip.

- Climate : Andean cold
- Transport : 4 hours
- Base walk : 2 to 3 hours
- Optional hike: 3 hours
Difficulty: moderate

Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Collpapampa

10h

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After a heartwarming breakfast, we begin the most demanding hike of the tour: the ascent to Salkantay Pass, from where you get breathtaking views of the snowy Salkantay and the Andes. After enjoying the landscape, we begin the descent and notice how the environment changes little by little, going from high mountain areas to a greener and warmer landscape. We finish the day in our camp in Collpapampa, a place surrounded by abundant vegetation and mild climate.

- Walking time: 10 to 11 hours
Difficulty: high
- Recommendation : carry mosquito repellent

Day 3: Collpapampa – Wiñaypoco – Granadilla – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes

Aguas Calientes
6h

After breakfast, we descend through a beautiful forest full of life, where you can appreciate wild flowers, exotic plants and a unique natural environment. Along the way we visit the communities of Wiñaypoco and Granadilla, where we will share a close cultural experience with local families. From Granadilla we continue in transport to the Hydroelectric, where we enjoy lunch.

To get to Aguas Calientes, you can choose between walking or taking the scenic train (optional). We spent the night in a comfortable hotel, ideal for lounging before visiting Machu Picchu.

- Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
- Transport time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Climate: warm, with presence of mosquitoes
- Accommodation : hotel in Aguas Calientes

Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

Machupicchu
6h · Admission ticket included

The big day is here! After the Salkantay adventure, we enjoyed the final reward with the visit to the impressive citadel of Machu Picchu. We leave the hotel very early to take the bus that takes us to the sanctuary at dawn, a special moment when the sunlight illuminates the ancient Inca constructions.

Together with the guide, we tour the main spaces of Machu Picchu and learn about the history, customs and legacy of the Inca civilization. We visit temples, squares, ceremonial areas and terraces, understanding why this place is one of the wonders of the world.

At the end of the visit, we return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, we take the train to Ollantaytambo and then the return transport to Cusco, closing an unforgettable experience in the Peruvian Andes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The vehicle unit will be located in the Plazoleta Rejojojojo. If you are staying in a hotel near the Historic Center, your staff will approach your accommodation after coordination, search for you by name and provide you with an orderly and personalized attention.

End point

The vehicle unit will be located in the Plazoleta Rejojojojo. If you are staying in a hotel near the Historic Center, your staff will approach your accommodation after coordination, search for you by name and provide you with an orderly and personalized attention.

Pickup details

The pick-up service is provided directly from the hotels located inside the monumental center of Cusco. The staff, duly identified, will come to your hotel on time and contact you mentioning your name, to provide a safe, organized and personalized service.

Additional information

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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