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Home5-Day Salkantay Trek From Cusco To Machu Picchu
Description
Embark on an adventurous journey across the snow-capped Salkantay (6264m/20551ft), considered the most prominent mountain of the Vilcabamba mountain range. The trek takes one back to the time of the Incas via a trip to Machu Picchu. Also, it introduces travellers to the wonderful views of mythical mountains such as the Tucarhuay or the Humantay.
Highlights
- Visit coffee, cacao and fruit plantations
- Relax at the hot springs in Aguas Calientes
- Explore the archaeological site of Machu Picchu
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Day 1- Cusco - Mollepata (Marcoccasa) – Soraypampa expand_more
Leave Cusco at 5:30 AM and head towards Marcoccasa (3500m/11482ft), passing the Mollepata village.
Meet the horseman in Marcoccasa (3500 m/11482 ft). Start hiking within a magnificent valley, surrounded by snow-capped mountains such as the Humantay (5217 m/17116 ft) and the Salkantay (6270 m/20570 ft).
Reach the campsite at Soraypampa (3900 m/12795 ft).
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Day 2- Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Chaullay expand_more
After breakfast, set off towards the Salkantay Pass (4650m/15255f), which offers an exceptional view of the snow-capped Salkantay (6264 m/20570 ft).
Descend again and enjoy the increasing vegetation of the ecosystem. Arrive at the campsite of Challway (2900 m/9514 ft) in a tropical forest.
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Day 3- Chaullay – Wiñaypoco – La Playa expand_more
Explore the region’s flora, dimmed forest and the diversity of orchids, bromelains and many other plants.
Visit coffee, cacao and fruit plantations. Meet local families at Wiñaypoco (2650m) and La Playa (1900m/6233f).
Reach the camping site in La Playa.
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Day 4- La Playa – Llactapata – Aguas Calientes town expand_more
Early in the morning, trek to the archaeological complex of Llactapata (2800m/9186f), located amidst an eclectic array of vegetation. Take in a beautiful view of Machu Picchu.
Continue down to the hydroelectric station (1950 m/6398 ft).
Take the train to Aguas Calientes (2000m/6561f) to reach your next accommodation.
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Day 5- Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco expand_more
Leave the hotel after breakfast at 5:30 AM and head for Machu Picchu (2400m/7874f) by a tourist bus.
Arrive at the citadel around 6:00 AM. After a guided tour around the archaeological site, including information about the life and culture of the Incas, enjoy the sites of Machu Picchu on your own.
Leave Aguas Calientes by train. Until then, have lunch at a restaurant and visit the hot springs in Aguas Calientes to relax.
What's Included
Transfer from the Airport to your hotel in Cusco
Pre-Briefing with the Tour Guide, before travelling
Private transport from your hotel in Cusco to Mollepata
Transport from La Playa to the hydroelectric station (just for the equipment and everyone’s bags)
Tourist Train from the hydroelectric station to Aguas Calientes
Tourist Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (TWO/WAYS)
Tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco or tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and bus to Cusco
Hostel with Private Room and Bathroom in Aguas Calientes town (Hotel if required)
Entrance to the National park of Salkantay & Machu Picchu
Professional Mountaineering Guide
High-quality camping equipment (Professional tent, Doite Cima 4, for 2 persons) Mattresses, eating tent with table and chairs, bathroom tent).
Meals during the excursion (Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and tea time/Optional vegetarian)
Cook and assistant
Horseman and mules for up to 8kg of a customer's personal equipment
Emergency horse
First-aid kit and oxygen bottle
What's Excluded
- Breakfast on the 1st day and lunch on the 5th day in Aguas Calientes
- Hot Springs in Aguas Calientes (Optional:$ 4.00)
- Sleeping bag (If you don't have a sleeping bag, there is the possibility of renting one with our company)
What to bring
• Backpack with rain shelter
• Sleeping back (-10°C -15°C)
• Clothing for a warm and cold climate like a waterproof jacket
• Rain pants and lightweight pants
• Trekking shoes
• Slippers or sandals (for showers and hot springs)
• Woolen or synthetic socks and a sweater
• Long- and short-sleeved polo’s/T-Shirts
• Rain poncho and a hat
• Bathing suit (for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
• Sunscreen, insect repellent, disinfecting alcohol and gel, toiletries and toilet paper
• Camera (wrapped in a plastic bag), a flashlight and batteries
• Some snacks like chocolate bars and dry fruit
• Original passport, original ISIC student card and extra money insoles
Know before you go
- Visit to Huayna Picchu: For the visit to Huayna Picchu mountain, prepare advance booking; pay an additional $ 15.00 to confirm the entrance to Huayna Picchu (This new state law is applicable since the 18th of July, 2011).
- From the first to the third day (from Marcocasa to La Playa) we are accompanied by horsemen and mules that will carry all camping equipment and the customer’s private luggage (up to 8 kg). On the fourth day, all luggage will be transferred to the hydroelectric station by car.
- Tips for porters, cooks and guides are always welcome. The porters are also very grateful for a small donation, for example, clothes or school equipment for their children.
- Since the weather can be very cold and moist, your clothes - once gotten wet - won’t dry at night. So take some clothes to change.
- From Cusco to Soraypampa:
Bus Travel Time: 2 ½ hours
Approximate Walking Time: 6 hours
Approximate walking distance: 10kms
difference of height: 3500-3900m (11482-12795ft)
- From Soraypampa to Chaullay:
Approximate Walking Time: 8-9 hours
Approximate walking distance: 21 km
difference of height: 3900-4650 Pass-2900m (12795-15255 pass-9514ft)
- From Chaullay to La Playa:
Approximate Walking Time: 6 hours
Approximate walking distance: 15 km
difference of height: 1900-2800 Pass-2000m (6233-9186 Pass-6561ft)
Meeting Point
Cusco, Peru
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 10 | USD 750 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |