Day 1
Day 1
Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake
Early Morning Departure from Cusco, usually around 4:30 AM. The trek begins with a scenic drive to Mollepata (2h30m), Breakfast in Mollepata, continue the journey by vehicle to Challacancha, the starting point of the trek until Soraypampa Camping site. after lunch begin the trek to Humantay Lake, a stunning glacial lake situated at an altitude of approximately 4,200 meters (13,780 feet)

Descend back to Soraypampa after spending quality time at Humantay Lake. Dinner and Overnight at Soraypampa.
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Day 2
Day 2
Soraypamapa - High Pass Salkantay - Wayracmachay - Colpapampa
Begin the day with an early morning wake-up call and a hearty breakfast to prepare for the challenging hike, after the breakfast you will start the hike from Soraypampa and ascend towards the Salkantay Pass 4615m., the highest point of the trek, the trail takes you through diverse landscapes, from rocky paths to steep ascents.

Reach the breathtaking Salkantay Pass, where you can take a moment to enjoy panoramic views, then you will start again to descent until wayracmachay lunch point can be steep at times, so trekking poles may be useful, will stop for lunch to have an opportunity to rest.

We restaert the hike to Colpapampa 4 more hours, where after a challenging day of trekking, enjoy a well-deserved dinner and rest.
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Day 3
Day 3
Colpapampa - Playa sawayaco - Lucmabamba
Begin your day with a energy breakfast in Colpapampa, a charming village along the Salkantay Trek, embark on a picturesque trek towards Playa Sawayaco, passing through diverse landscapes and enjoying breathtaking views, take breaks at scenic spots to capture the beauty of the Salkantay region. Be prepared for encounters with unique flora and fauna, pause for a delicious lunch, in Lucmabamba camping site take in the tranquility of this remote village surrounded by lush greenery. (optional visit the hotsprings).
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Day 4
Day 4
Lucmabamba - Llactapata - Hidroelectica - Machu Picchu Town
Begin your day early with a satisfying breakfast in Lucmabamba before starting your trek, embark on a scenic trek about 2 hours up, an ancient Inca site Llactapata that offers stunning panoramic views of Machu Picchu and the surrounding valleys, take time to explore the Llactapata archaeological site and appreciate its historical significance.

Descend from Llactapata to Hidroelectica, a hydroelectric station that serves as a gateway to Machu Picchu and our lunch point.

After lunch you will Walk along the train tracks from Hidroelectica to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes). Enjoy the scenic journey with views of the Urubamba River, over night and dinner.
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Day 5
Day 5
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu Archeological Site - Cusco
Begin your day early morning 4:30am. to start to hike in the direcition to Machu Picchu archaeological site about 1h30m, in the check-point all the group will join and start the registration for the guiding tour, explore the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu with a guided tour. Learn about the history, architecture, and significance of this ancient Inca citadel, after the guided tour, you'll have some free time to explore Machu Picchu on your own. Capture photos, absorb the atmosphere, and enjoy the breathtaking views, back to aguas Calientes and then take the train to Ollantaytambo and transportation to Cusco.

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Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake

It was a wonderful experience to be able to see Machu Picchu from the Sungate. I highly recommend it. Luis is a fantastic guide. He knows the history really well and he helped me with the pace of the trail so that I was able to enjoy the experience.

By Jeremy R for Short Inca trail to Machu Picchu on Nov 23, 2025

I really recommend choosing this travel agency for my trip to Machu Picchu! I had a really good time. The places we stayed at was wonderful and food was so good!! Also we did a lot of fun activities along the way. Luis, our guide, was truly amazing! He really went out of his way the whole time. After the trip I forgot some of my stuff at the hostel we stayed at in Aguas calientes and he did everything he could to bring it back to me. Thank you so much for this amazing experience and the good service!!

By Emilie D for Inca Jungle trail to Machu Picchu 4D/3N on Nov 05, 2025

Our 4-day/3-night Jungle Trek with Inka’s Destination was truly epic! It was the perfect mix of challenge, adventure, and pure fun. From mountain biking through stunning Andean scenery to white-water rafting and zip-lining above the jungle — every moment felt alive and unforgettable. One of the highlights was our stay at the eco lodge, where we spent the night with a local family. It was primitive in the best way — simple, clean, and authentic — giving us a glimpse into local life that made the experience so special. The entire trip was well-organized, safe, and filled with laughter. Our guide made every day exciting and meaningful. I can honestly say this trek pushed me outside my comfort zone in the most rewarding way. I loved every second and would recommend Inka’s Destination to anyone looking for a true adventure in Peru!

By Janyne S for Inca Jungle trail to Machu Picchu 4D/3N on Nov 04, 2025

We had a good time everything was perfect our guides Luis and his partner were great thank yiu

By Xavier D for Optional activities Jungle Inca Trail on Oct 09, 2025

It was really fun! The Guides are cool and they do nice pictures and poses while ziplining. The only thing is the price… for me and my friends the price was a little to high.

By Nils L for Optional activities Jungle Inca Trail on Oct 06, 2025

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