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Cusco & Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Price per person

$ 889USD

Duration 08D / 07N

15,190 ft.

MAX. ALTITUDE 15,190 ft.

2-8

GROUP SIZE 2-8

hotel/carpas

ACCOMMODATION hotel/carpas

3

LEVEL Moderate

  • Qoricancha
  • Soraypampa
  • Salkantay Pass
  • Machu Picchu

In this journey you will trek from 3,900m/12,800ft to 2,100m/6,900ft, traversing across magnificent mountain passes, enjoying enormous and mystical snow-capped peaks

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Highlights

08 Day Cusco & Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

We have created Salkantay Trekking – Salkantay Trek Tour & Museo Inka Cusco, an adventure in which you will be able to experience Peru at its best and like never before. Above all, Salkantay Trekking is an ancient and remote footpath located in the same region as the Inca Trail where massive snowcapped mountains collide with lush tropical rain forests.

Certainly, in this journey, you will appreciate nature in its purest form, and explore more than 15 different ecosystems that we have in this area from beginning to end of Machu Picchu trek Salkantay. Moreover, the chances for ethnic and cultural exchange are ever-present with local natives who still remain closely attached to their heritage and are very willing to share it.

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1ST. DAY: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO – INKA MUSEUM AND KORICANCHA

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2ND. DAY: FREE DAY

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3RD. DAY: FIRST DAY TREK: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA (L)(D)

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4TH. DAY: SECOND DAY TREK: SORAYPAMPA – CHALLWAY (B)(L)(D)

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5TH. DAY: THIRD DAY TREK: CHALLWAY – LA PLAYA – LUCMABAMBA (B)(L)(D)

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6TH. DAY: FOURTH DAY TREK: LUCMABAMBA – LLAPTAPATA -HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES (17KM , HOURS 9)

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7TH. DAY: FIFTH DAY TREK: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B)

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8TH. DAY: FREE DAY-FLY TO LIMA

 

Itinerary

DAY 1: CUSCO NAVEL OF THE WORLD – MUSEO INKA Y KORICANCHA

According to your flight schedule, we’ll pick you up from Cusco airport and transfer you to your hotel. So, the morning will be reserved for resting or free time. Then, in the afternoon, we will visit the Inka Museum, home of thousands of years of Andean culture. Here we will become more familiar with the origins and beginnings of Andean civilizations.

Continuing with the tour, we will move onto the temple of Qoricancha. Above all, it’s famous Sun Temple of the ancient Inca capital, that was and remained the pinnacle of organization, architecture, and religion of Inka civilization. During its construction, they had already achieved the most significant advances of their time, and this temple may have been the exact representation of the center, or “Navel of the World”. Therefore, the center of the world, as dictated by the pre-hispanic Andean cosmovision.

  • Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel *** or similar.

DAY 2: FREE DAY (OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES)

OPTION 1. – HALF DAY CITY TOUR 

The pick up is around 2:00 pm.

The places to visit are:

  • Qoricancha.
  • Sacsayhuaman.
  • Qenqo.
  • Pukapukara.
  • Tambomachay.

OPTION 2. – FULL DAY SACRED VALLEY  

We will pick you up around 8:00 am

The places we will visit are:

  • Pisaq
  • Pisaq Market.
  • Ollantaytambo.
  • Chinchero.

Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel *** or similar.

DAY 3 TO 7: 5 DAY SALKANTAY TREKKING CUSCO TO MACHU PICCHU

DAY 3: FIRST DAY TREK: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA (L)(D)

Firstly, we will leave from Cusco approximately between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. A bus will take us to the town of Mollepata (2900 meters above sea level). Then, we will arrive around 8:00 am, we will stop for last-minute supplies, leg-stretching, or to use the restrooms. We will continue to our trek starting point, Sayapata.

Consequently, we will meet with our support staff, and they will load the equipment on horses and mules. So, around 9:00 am we will begin our walk toward Soraypampa (3850 meters above sea level). During the trip, we will have panoramic views of the majestic Salkantay, other mountains covered with snow, and the Valley of Apurimac River. Then, around 1:00 pm, we will have a Peruvian lunch. After that, we will continue hiking toward Humantay Lake for 3 hours approximately. Absolutely, this is a beautiful lake in the heart of the mountains. Finally, we will come back to our camp where the tents will be ready for you as well as your dinner.

  • Lodging: Campsite in Soraypampa

01 SALKANTAY SECTORIZADO 5D 4N

DAY 4: SECOND DAY TREK: SORAYPAMPA – CHALLWAY (B)(L)(D)

Today, nature will change drastically from dry sceneries to snowy peaks and tropical areas. After a nutritious breakfast, we will start the most challenging part of the trek. Subsequently, we will start the hike around 7:00 in the morning. We will hike to a place called SalkantayPampa. Then, go toward the left side of the snowy peaks of Humantay located next to the Apu Salkantay. At midday, we will be on the highest point ( 4600 meters above sea level).

Certainly, we will appreciate spectacular views of the mountains and the imposing snowy peaks of the Salkantay (6264 meters above sea level), which is known as the second-highest point of the Cusco region. Then, we will have our lunch in the area called Huayracmachay. After a trek of approximately 3 hours, we will arrive at our camp in Challway (2920 meters above sea level). Finally, around 7:00 p.m, we will recuperate from the trek and eat dinner.

  • Lodging: Campsite in Challway

02 SALKANTAY SECTORIZADO 5D 4N

DAY 5: THIRD DAY TREK: CHALLWAY – LA PLAYA – LUCMABAMBA (B)(L)(D)

Firstly, we will start our trek at 7:00 am, and we will enjoy the beautiful sunrise. Consequently, we walk for about 5 hours toward Playa Sahuayaco. During this period, we will observe a town called Collpabamba, also called the “Forest Cloudy Brow,” where waterfalls, fruit-bearing trees, varied flora, and birds can be observed. If we are lucky, we will be able to find the famous bird called the “Cock of the Rocks‘ — the national bird of Peru Once. Likewise, at Playa Sahuayaco we’ll have lunch. After that, we are going to hike a couple of hours more to get to Lucmabamba, which is our last campsite, and also the beginning of the Inca trail of Llactapata.

  • Lodging: Campside in Lucmabamba

03 SALKANTAY SECTORIZADO 5D 4N

DAY 6: FOURTH DAY TREK: LUCMABAMBA – LLAPTAPATA -HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES (17KM , HOURS 9)

Firstly, at around 8.00 am we will gradually hike up for about 2 hours to finally get to LlactaPata, a beautiful archeological site that has connections to the Inca sites Machupicchu and Sayacmarka. So, we will have plenty of time to explore this nice Inca site. Then, start our descent to HidroElectrica (power plant) which will take us about 1 ½ hour. Certainly, a pleasant 3 hours walk will bring us to Aguas Calientes where we will stay in a hotel for the night. After having stored our baggage we will go out and have dinner together in one of the many restaurants.

  • Lodging: Aguas Calientes Golden Sunrise Hotel *** or similar.

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DAY 7: FIFTH DAY TREK: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B)

This last day starts very early. We will wake you up at around 5.00 am to have our breakfast. Then, we’ll take one of the first buses to Machu Picchu. There are two good reasons to be at the entrance of Machu Picchu very early:

1. It is well worth the effort to get up early, we’ll find the Inca city quiet.  You will have plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the sunrise in Machu Picchu.

2. Our guide will give you a tour around Machu Picchu telling you about the history of Machu Picchu and the most important temples and altars. After that, if you still have plenty of energy you should climb Huayna Picchu Mountain. This is the steep mountain dominating the background of Machu Picchu.

Usually, we take the bus at around 1:00 pm. The bus ride takes around 25 minutes and your guides will give you the ticket. Make sure that, before you leave Machu Picchu by bus, the guides give you the time and location of the restaurant where the group meets in Aguas Calientes. Finally, you will get your train and bus tickets back to Cusco in the restaurant in Aguas Calientes.

  • Lodging: Ayni Cusco Hotel *** or similar.

05 SALKANTAY SECTORIZADO 5D 4N

DAY 8: FREE DAY-FLY TO LIMA

Free morning to relax, this afternoon transfer to the airport for your departure to Lima.

What's Included

INCLUDES BEFORE SALKANTAY TREK TOUR

  • All transportation.
  • Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Entrances fee
  • All tours.
  • 03 night’s accommodations in 3 stars hotels.
  • Breakfast included in the accommodations

INCLUDES FOR THE SALKANTAY TREKKING CUSCO:

  • Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
  • Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+.
  • Chef.
  • Mules to carry cooking, camping equipment, and 6 kg of your personal items.
  • Pick-up and transportation from your hotel to the start of the trail.
  • Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).
  • 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Afternoon Snacks and 4 Dinners.
  • Dining tent with tables and chairs.
  • 4-man tent for every 2 trekkers.
  • Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 4.
  • Inflatable mattress.
  • Oxygen bottle.
  • First aid kit.
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu.
  • Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)
  • Train ticket Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo
  • transportation Ollantaytambo-Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us).
  • Trekking poles (Can be hired from us).
  • Single Supplement US$250 (solo travelers)
  • Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
  • International and intra-flights.
  • Meals where are not stated
  • Huayna Picchu entrance fee US$85
  • Entrance ticket to the hot springs
  • First breakfast and last lunch at Aguas Calientes.
  • Gratitude or tips for your crew (cooks, horse herders, guides)

WHAT TO BRING (Salkantay trek tour):

  • Original Passport
  • Current University Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
  • Walking boots
  • A waterproof jacket/rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable Trousers
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Insect repellant
  • Toiletries and hand sanitizer
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film
  • Torch with spare batteries

Extra Services?

Extra services for the tour package

SERVICEPRICE
Hire of sleeping bag 5 season$25.00
Walking stick highly recommended!$15.00
Single supplement$300.00
Additional night at 3 star hotel$85.00

Availability

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FAQS?

Is the trek difficult? Do I need to be in good physical condition?

All our treks (Inka Trail, Salkantay, Ausangate, Lares, etc) are moderately difficult, lengthy, and traverse rough mountain terrain. We kindly recommend that if you plan to conquer any of these routes treks to Machu Picchu travel to be in relatively good physical condition, plus acclimatization.

How far in advance should I acclimatize for the Salkantay trekking Cusco?

These means arriving in Cusco at least 02 days prior to your trek departure to adjust to altitude. During the last two months leading up to your tour package Salkantay trek tour, we suggest a regular and moderate exercise routine to improve endurance and stamina. We wish for you to have the best experience possible!

Are vegetarian, vegan, and/or other special diet needs available?

Of course! Without any additional costs! When you make your reservation, please inform us of any dietary needs or requirements, including allergies!

That is to say, Vegetarian foods will be absent from all meats, chicken, or fish. We will assume that eggs and cheese or other lactose products are OK.

What will the meals be like during the Salkantay trekking Cusco – Museo Inka Cusco?

Most of our main meals are a buffet-style, leaving you the option to avoid anything undesirable to you.

Above all, if there are any food items or veggies that you cannot stomach, perhaps onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, etc, upon your request we will ask our chef to leave them out or separate this item.

So, we can also attend lactose-intolerant or gluten-intolerant diets. We cannot accept individuals with serious allergic or life-threatening reactions.

I have a food allergy. May I still participate?

Certainly, Every day we receive many clients with food allergies to nuts, wheat, etc. Please inform us in detail of your condition upon making your reservation for the Salkantay trekking Cusco – trek to Machu Picchu.

And if I have a severe allergy – Salkantay trek tour -Museo Inka Cusco?
Therefore, We kindly ask that you declare the severity of your reaction and any medication that you take in case of an emergency.

However, If your allergy is severe, we ask that you be accompanied by a friend or individual conscious and fully responsible for your situation and ready with any medication.

WE CAN NOT ACCEPT CLIENTS WITH LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIES

When must I arrive in cusco or arrive to your office?

We require that all clients arrive to Cusco at least 48 hours before the start of your trek, although 03 nights before is ideal. Certainly, You must pay your remaining balance two days before your departure for your package Salkantay trek tour – Museo Inka Cusco. This will assure that all individuals are acclimatized and adjusted to the high altitude conditions to begin their trek comfortably. Please note that your remaining balance must be paid in cash in our office and cannot be paid before your arrival.

What are the office hours – Cusco & Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Museo Inka Cusco?

Likewise, Our office hours are Monday – Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm, 4:00pm – 8:00pm. (Please aim to arrive at 7:30 pm at the latest!)

You can check it in our Terms & Conditions

Are hiking sticks or poles necessary?

For this trek more than any other, we do recommend hiking sticks, especially for those with any known knee problems. Above all, the poles will assist your balance and reduce the impact on your knees while you are doing the Cusco & Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.

Certainly, Inkayni Peru Tours will rent hiking sticks for $15

Where I can store my baggage that I don't need during the trek?

Can I leave my belongings in your office?

On the other hand, Any baggage that is not necessary for your trek may be stored in your hotel in Cusco (most hotels offer this service free of charge). Therefore, In the case that your hotel may not provide this service, we will store your baggage safely in our office free of charge for your tour package Salkantay trek tour.

What is the weather like during the trek?

Most importantly, The best time for making the trek with good weather is between April – October when there are minimal rainfall and clear skies. The driest months are June – August, which is winter in the Andes.

When is the rainy season in Cusco – Salkantay trekking Cusco & Museo Inka Cusco tour?

Certainly, January to March is summer in Peru, which means rainy season for Cusco and especially the Salkantay trek tour, which is located mostly in the tropical cloud forest.

Where do I have to be the morning of the start of my trek and where will I finish at the end?

When the tour starts and ends – Cusco & Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Museo Inka Cusco tour?

Certainly, We will pick you up from your hotel to begin your trek, and upon finishing, we will also leave you at your hotel.

I wish to have a train company or train option different from that which Inkayni Peru Tours offers, is this possible?

If you wish to change your train company or option (such as Vistadome de Peru Rail, to Ollantaytambo, or the whole route to Poroy), or your departure time for the Salkantay trekking Cusco. Consequently, there will be additional fees may apply. You must speak with one of our sales agents to inquire about availability and the additional costs.

Why take this tour with us?

Inkayni Peru Tours is continually working to become one of the most responsible tour operators in Peru. We ideally try to keep our groups to a limit of 10 persons. Therefore, since we fully operate all of our treks, we have complete control over the quality of our service. Therefore, we want to make sure that you have a great experience on all our treks and tours.

Above all, it is also crucial that all the people involved in the operation of our services are treated and taken care of properly, and that the benefits brought by tourism are shared throughout the Peruvian communities.

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