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Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

120 hours
From $550
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Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
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About This Tour

The Salkantay to Machu Picchu trek is popular with trekking enthusiasts. Embark on an epic 75 km trek through breathtaking mountains, visiting lakes and jungles with a local guide and nutritious food.

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Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Cusco: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
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What's Included

Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Muleteers and pack horses (to carry camping gear and food)
Briefing the day before the trek
Guided visit to Machu Picchu (approx. 2 hours)
Transportation from Ollantaytambo to Cusco
Return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Vegetarian/vegan options available
Hotel pickup in Cusco
4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
Camping equipment (tents, mats, dining tent, chairs, table)
Meals

What's Not Included

Sleeping Bags

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
A backpack
A beanie hat or ear warmer
Sun hat
Scarf
Gloves
A mid weight sweater
A longsleeve t-shirt
1 – 2 t-shirts
A lightweight suater or vest
A pair of long pants
Hiking shoes
An extra pair of shoe
2 – 3 pairs wool socks
A jacket
A small towel
Rain gear
1 – 2 pair shorts
Sunglasses
A small headlamp
Waterbottle
A toothbrust and other personal toiletries
Toilet paiper
Sun cream
Insect repelent

Cancellation Policy

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

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