Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Premium

Experience the ultimate Andean adventure on the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu – Premium 5 Days, one of the most spectacular alternative routes to Machu Picchu. Our tour combines exciting trekking trails where you can have the most incredible scenery as Humantay Lake, snow-capped mountains and the cloud forest, ending this adventure with a hiking through the lush Peruvian jungle and Machu Picchu.

Tour Highlights

• Spectacular Landscapes: Glaciers, turquoise lagoons, snow-capped peaks, and lush cloud forests.

• Premium Service: High-quality camping equipment, expert guides, and gourmet meals.

• Adventure & Comfort: Perfect balance between trekking, nature, and premium service.

• Small Groups: Enjoy a more personal experience with our expert guides.

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1: Cusco – Qoyllor & Inkachiriasqa Lakes – Salkantaypampa Basecamp

  Early pick-up from your hotel and scenic drive to Limatambo for breakfast. Start hiking toward the stunning Qoyllor and Inkachiriasqa Lagoons, enjoying panoramic mountain views. Continue to Salkantaypampa Basecamp, located at the foot of the majestic Salkantay Glacier. Lunch, afternoon tea, and gourmet dinner at camp.

• Day 2: Salkantaypampa – Salkantay Pass – Chaullay

  Early wake-up with coca tea and breakfast. Trek to the Salkantay Pass (4,600 m / 15,091 ft), the highest point of the route, followed by a scenic descent into the high jungle to Chaullay campsite. Lunch along the way and dinner at camp.

• Day 3: Chaullay – Lucmabamba

  Hike through lush cloud forest, waterfalls, and rivers. Optional activities include zip-lining and hot springs (not included). Visit a local coffee plantation and learn about traditional coffee production. Overnight camping in Lucmabamba.

• Day 4: Lucmabamba – Llactapata – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes

  Hike to the archaeological site of Llactapata, where you’ll enjoy your first panoramic view of Machu Picchu. Descend to Hydroelectric for lunch and continue to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll spend the night in a comfortable hotel.

• Day 5: Machu Picchu – Cusco

  Early morning visit to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the citadel. Enjoy free time to explore before returning by train and private transport to Cusco.

What’s Included

• Pre-tour briefing at our office

• Pick-up from your hotel – transport to Soraypampa

• 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners (vegetarian options available)

• Entrance ticket to the Mollepata – Salkantay route

• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu – Circuit 1

• Professional bilingual guide

• Chef and assistants

• Spacious dining tent and kitchen

• Sleeping bag

• 3 nights of camping

• 1 night of accommodation in Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes)

• Bus round trip Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu

• Train return Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo

• Transport Ollantaytambo – Cusco

• Round-trip bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu

What’s Not Included

• Personal care items

• Tips for the guide and porters

• Breakfast on the first day, and lunch on the last

• Walking poles (available for rent)

• Entrance and transport to/from Cocalmayo hot springs

• Machu Picchu Mountain / Huayna Picchu – (US $70, book at least 3 months in advance)

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