4D Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Cusco, Peru

AP
8 reviews
Duration: 4 days
Group size: 1 - 10
4D Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Cusco, Peru

8 reviews

Duration: 4 days
Group size: 1 - 10

About this trip

 he Salkantay Trail 4 Days in Peru is one of the stunning trails you can take up to Machu Picchu Inca site. Along this route you get to enjoy and experience the incredible views of the snowy peak of the Salkantay mountain which is the highest mountain of the Vilcabamba mountain range in the Peruvian Andes. Standing at over 6,279 m it is the tallest peak in the whole area of Cusco and is considered to be the most Sacred Mountain in the land of the Incas.


This trail is one on the 5 top treks in Cusco and is considered as best alternative trek to Machu Picchu and also you don't have to rely on permits like for the Classic Inca Trail. This Trek is highly recommended for anyone that loves mountains, nature and outdoor adventures.

What’s included

  • Professional Tour guide
    Bilingual (English, Spanish)
  • Assistant tour guide
    For groups of 9+
  • Chefs
  • Horsemen
  • Mules
  • Pick up and Drop off
    Hotels in Cusco
  • Private Bus Transport
  • Boiled Water
  • 3 Breakfasts
  • 3 Lunches
  • 3 Dinners
  • Bus tickets
    Machu Picchu
  • Return Train tickets
  • Tent
    3 man sized tent used for each 2 persons for comfort
  • 3* Hotel
    (Last Night)
  • Machu Picchu ticket

What’s not included

  • Walking poles
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Air Mattress
  • Huayna Picchu ticket
  • 1 Breakfast
    (First Day)
  • 1 Dinner
    (Last Day)
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
    Each passenger is required to purchase their own private travel insurance for their trip

Available Packages

Group Traveller
Available until 10 days before departure

This option is for people booking in groups of 2 or more.

$580
Deposit: $200
Solo Traveller
Available until 10 days before departure

This option is for passengers booking by themselves.

$720
Deposit: $200

Available options



Itinerary

Day 1
CUSCO – SORAYPAMPA – VISIT TO LAKE HUMANTAY – SALKANTAY PAMPA

We will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 5:30am and we will travel by private bus to Mollepata where there will be a quick stop for breakfast. Then we continue driving for another two hours until we arrive at Soraypampa. From there we will begin our hike to the scenic Lake Humantay, a lake fed from mountain glaciers that has views of Mount Salkantay, a sacred mountain in Incan mythology. After enjoying our lunch along the trail we keep hiking up for another 2 hrs more to reach our camp site for the night.


WALKING DISTANCE: 10 km / 7.45miles
STARTING ELEVATION: 3350 m / 12477 ft
HIGHEST ELEVATION: 3850 m / 12,690 ft
DIFFICULTY: Moderate to Challenging
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (including a snack and afternoon tea)
ACCOMODATION: Camping

Your Organizer


AP
Andean Path Travel
8 reviews
Andean Path Travel is a Peruvian Travel Company that caters to world´s travelers that want to step off the beaten truck, embrace the unexpected and immerse in the authentic and extraordinary of alive culture of peru, history and nature. Our staff people have the ideal balance of passion, attitude, intuition and high-guality expertise to make and deliver truly unique and unforgettable experience for you, under a fulfilling selection of innovative and off the beaten truck trekking adventures, non-conventional tourism and most authentic

Reviews

David was an artful guide in sharing his love for his country and its rich history. He was able to share a wealth of knowledge with the adults as well as engage our inquisitive and challenging teens. He had an infectious positive energy and made the trip immensely better! We will never forget our amazing by experience and would be happy to host him if he ever visits the Hill Country in Texas!
By Ashley E for 4D Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Experience on Mar 19, 2024
The trip to Machu Picchu was one of the VERY BEST travel/hiking expeditions that I have ever experienced. Period! From START to FINISH, we were treated with expert gentle guidance by our leader (David) that had spent FIVE YEARS in "college" studying the environment; so, yes, expert knowledge and gentle delivery were superb! Every accommodation was spot-on brilliant and a perfect fit for excited travelers to R&R AND just get out and visit. The hike to Machu Picchu proper was nicely challenging. It was a bit challenging in that some of the upsides (hills) are a bit steep, and all are entertainingly narrow with a great view down sans guardrails. In summary, an adventure brilliantly unique hosted by a team in a great location that certainly adds to the brilliance!!
By Jo ann P for Machu Picchu 2 day Hike + Huayna Picchu Mountain on Sep 20, 2023
It has been a tremendous experience: the hike during lush countryside up to the sun gate and down to Machu Picchu is both enjoyable and dramatic. Andean Path's tour arrangement was impeccable with train and bus times such that we were able to enjoy Machu Picchu when the huge crowds were either already gone or not there yet. The pick of accommodation in both Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes were good choices. Central to our experience being so positive was our tour guide Ronald. His incredible wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the tour made a huge difference. We enjoyed three glorious days.
By Joachim B for 3 Day Sacred Valley & Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu on May 08, 2023
Let me start by explaining how David went above and beyond to get permits for our trip in the last minute. We called Andean path travel via WhatsApp, one day before of our trip to check if he can accommodate us. He did some magic and got permits for next day. It’s just unbelievable. We did the 2 day short Inca Trail and David was beyond exceptional. His English was excellent, his local knowledge from being from a near by town meant we got a very personal history tour, not only about the Incas, but the local fauna and Flora. His passion was admirable. David made the experience perfect for someone who wants to hike and learn about the history! It was definitely a trip of a lifetime. I highly recommend!
By Srikanth M for 2 Days Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Hotel on Jan 19, 2023
Let me start by explaining how David went above and beyond to get permits for our trip in the last minute. We called Andean path travel via WhatsApp, one day before of our trip to check if he can accommodate us. He did some magic and got permits for next day. It’s just unbelievable. We did the 2 day short Inca Trail and David was beyond exceptional. His English was excellent, his local knowledge from being from a near by town meant we got a very personal history tour, not only about the Incas, but the local fauna and Flora. His passion was admirable. David made the experience perfect for someone who wants to hike and learn about the history! It was definitely a trip of a lifetime. I highly recommend!
By Srikanth M for 2 Days Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Hotel on Jan 19, 2023
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