4-Day Salkantay Trek

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Cusco, Peru

4 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Paper ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Adventurous travelers who want to make the pilgrimage to Machu Picchu but avoid the crowds of the popular Inca Trail should consider this off-the-beaten-path alternative. The Salkantay Trek takes you through majestic mountains and ends with spectacular views of Machu Picchu. Plus, while spots on the strictly-permitted Inca Trail sell out months in advance, the lesser-known Salkantay Trek is open to last-minute bookings, making it ideal for spontaneous travelers.

Embark on the 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Stay at private, crowd-free campsites with spectacular views
A maximum of 8 participants ensures individual attention from your guide
Don’t worry about added costs—everything (from hotel pickup to meals) is included

What's Included

Dinner (3)

Dinner
Lunch (3)

Lunch
Breakfast (4)

Breakfast

Meals other than indicated

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We can coordinate pick up or drop off at any hotel, hostel or AirBnb in Cusco.

Operating hours
.4:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake - Sorococcha

1 Stop

Cusco (Pass By)

Accommodation: camping at campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Sorococha - The Pass - Huayracmachay – Chaullay – Lucmabamba

1 Stop

Salkantay Trail

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: camping at campsite

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Lucmabamba – Llactapata – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes

1 Stop

Salkantay Trail

9 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: hotel in Aguas Calientes

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

1 Stop

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems