The Classic Salkantay 5-day trek is one of the top-rated hikes in the world. Permits not required for hikers to scale one of the most sacred summits of the Andes. Then descend into the verdant, uncrowded backside of Machu Picchu on your way to the ruins.

Duration: 5 days with 3 nights camping + 1 night in 3* hotel in Aguas Calientes

Acclimatization to high altitude: unless you live at high altitude we recommend you arrive in Cusco at least 2 day prior to starting the hike

Start/Finish City: Your accommodations in Cusco, then return to same

Status: do not book flights or anything non-refundable until we confirm you for this trip

Pre-Hike Briefing: our manager in Cusco will contact you on what'sapp to make arrangements to meet you the day before your hike starts. Usually at your hotel lobby. He will provide duffle bag for each hiker to pack personal gear and answer final questions

Service Level: Private - we provide our groups with their own transport, wranglers, trail chef and expert English-speaking tour guide. Wranglers and mules provided to carry 1 duffle bag per hiker weighing up to 11 lb/5 kg each which includes weight of sleeping bag and mattress.

Primitive camping with 3-person tents for 2 people, therma-rest mattresses, kitchen and dining tents and all cooking gear

Physical difficulty - Strenuous but not technical. With steep climbs up to 15,091 ft and descents as low as 6560 ft.

Travel Style: Classic - this means your itinerary includes hiking through all the well-known, "must-see" sites with a final guided tour of Machu Picchu

All of the highlights, culture, access, provided by caring and expert local tour guides who are there to assist you every step of the way

Trip Type: Small Group up to 8.