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Salkantay Trek with 5 Day Classic Adventure from Cusco

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120 hours
From $580
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About This Tour

The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is one of Peru’s top hiking experiences, providing an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This 5 day small group adventure takes you through stunning landscapes, from snow capped mountains to vibrant cloud forests, while handling all logistics, including accommodation, porters, and meals, for a seamless journey.

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Hiking through a scenic valley

Hiking through a scenic valley

Group photo with llamas

Group photo with llamas

Trail through the mountains

Trail through the mountains

Overlooking a turquoise lake

Overlooking a turquoise lake

View of Machu Picchu

View of Machu Picchu

Standing at Machu Picchu ruins

Standing at Machu Picchu ruins

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What's Included

Complete camping equipment
Mules to carry gear (up to 7 kg per person, until Day 3)
Train ticket Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
Private transport Cusco – trek start
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and Salkantay
Cook and kitchen equipment
Pre-trek briefing
Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Hotel pick-up in Cusco
All meals during the trek
Boiled water and hot water for washing
Private transport Ollantaytambo – Cusco
First aid kit, oxygen, and emergency horse
2 nights camping, 1 night lodge/local stay, 1 night hotel in Aguas Calientes
Bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (one way)

What's Not Included

Sleeping bag (available to rent on site)
Trekking poles (available to rent on site)
Day 1 breakfast
Day 5 lunch and dinner
Hot springs entrance (optional). Available for purchase on site.
Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)
Tips for guides, cooks, and muleteers (optional)
Travel insurance

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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dest ID: 937 (Cusco)
Slug: cusco