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Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days

5 days
Start and end in Cusco
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76 traveler reviews
Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days - TreXperience
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Plan your adventure:
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
Age range 5 to 65

Highlights

  • Challenge yourself and hike the Salkantay Trail
  • Admire the serene natural beauty of the Sacred Valley
  • Celebrate your victory with 'that' photo of Machu Picchu
  • Trek through the picturesque scenery of the Andes
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 CUSCO – SORAYPAMPA – HUMANTAY LAKE – SALKANTAYPAMPA
  2. Day 2 SALKANTAYPAMPA – SALKANTAY PASS – COLLPAPAMPA
  3. Day 3 COLLPAPAMPA – LLUCMABAMBA – LLACTAPATA
  4. Day 4 LLACTAPATA – HYDROELECTRIC – AGUAS CALIENTES
  5. Day 5 MACHU PICCHU (Arrive with the first ones)
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TreXperience

Number of tours

53

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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    4.8
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    4.8
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    4.9
  • Transport
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    4.8
  • Accommodation
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    4.7
  • Food
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  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days reviewer 1
    · November 29th, 2024
    Absolute a fantastic experience. The food prepared is awesome. Even better than a restaurant. Thanks to our chef Zenovio and sous chef Dario. Despite landslides our horseman, Elicio, was able to bring our luggage to the next checkpoint. An amazing work. And of course our guide Manolo. This is really a wonderful person and a reason on itself to do the trup. Trexperience have a fantastic team working for them. Last thank goes to my personal guide Adrian who guided me very well through Machu Picchu. The knowledge and passion made this visit above expectations
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days reviewer 2
    · November 10th, 2024
    We had an incredible time on the salkantay 5-day tour; the itinerary and experience was amazing and we were sad to leave! Thankyou to our guide Sara who was always kind, helpful and had so much knowledge of the nature and the history! The chefs Esteban and Dario made amazing food and helped in so many other ways as well, I am amazed with the meals you can create on the mountain, so tasty and varied! We would love to come back and do a trek with Sara, Esteban, Dario and the porters again!
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • EB
    · November 10th, 2024
    Guide Sara, chef Esteban, assistant Dario and muleiter Ali were all excellent and I would highly recommend them! The tour was incredible with amazing views, great food and high rewards for the hard hikes.
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • CJ
    · October 19th, 2024
    One of my favorite trips I’ve done to date. Couldn’t recommend more.
    Trip date: October 2024
  • PD
    · August 29th, 2024
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    Food was always good! Sleeping accommodation was also always good! Sanitary facilities were also good under the circumstances. Hiking route: Day 1: good Day 2: good Day 3: good Day 4: not good. Hike along the tracks can be canceled Fresh water tastes of plastic (very bad) Guide: poor communication Improvement: Introduce the participants at the beginning for a better group feeling; divide the groups into slow and fast if necessary (the fast hikers always had to wait and often cooled down); transparent communication in case of difficulties. Macchu picchu: very good organization: important to start early.
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    Trip date: August 2024
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days reviewer 6
    · July 13th, 2024
    Fantastic tour and am glad that I chose this tour after the Inca tours were all full for the month. There were 7 people in the tour group and 6-7 staff members supporting our tour! Very personal and enjoyable, plus am grateful to the guides (Sarah and Toribio) for making the pace easier for me - going uphill was quite tiring for me at the start of the trek. Really like that this is a relatively young company managed by locals, as perhaps compared to the other more established ones where I observed a bit of a rush and they tend to cater to large groups with smaller age differences. Great service from the guides as they shared and infused Quechua culture and language into the tour, so that gave the tour an added dimension 😄 Finally, the food prepared meticulously with great care by the chef and his team ( not forgetting the horsemen and super porters) was delicious and fits all diets and preferences! Sometimes it feels like a party! And gosh, they do make sure we are all fed well and happy. Highly recommend this trek and the team!
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    Trip date: July 2024
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days reviewer 7
    · June 4th, 2024
    A great tour! It was challenging but worth every step. Stunning scenery the whole trek. The whole team did a great job, the guides John and JJ, the cooks, the porters all contributed to a fantastic overall experience. Be sure to pack all of the recommended items and consider the add ons that contribute to a better overall experience. (Trekking poles, air mattress etc..) You definitely won't go hungry on this trip, all meals and snacks are provided along with drinking water and the chance to purchase additional refreshments at stops if you wish. Overall I had a great time and would definitely recommend! Thank you TreXperience :)
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • AD
    · June 1st, 2024
    Great food! They porters and guides really helped make the trip feel special. On a cold night they had warm rubber bags for us to sleep with. Also tea in the morning to wake up. It's like a bougie hiking/camping trip.
    Trip date: May 2024
  • TG
    · April 19th, 2024
    Such an amazing experience. Roger our guide was a great guy, very experienced and full of local knowledge and stories. We were so well fed by our chef who never ceased to amaze us by producing fantastic local food every meal. The porters made sure everything was perfect and that we had everything we needed - even hot water bottles on a freezing cold night.
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days reviewer 10
    · April 19th, 2024
    The trek was absolutely amazing, to hike through the different landscapes and microclimates is an experience you definitely shouldn't miss. Apart from the trek itself, the staff was incredible as well. Our chef Alejandro provided us with massive amounts of food every day and the porters supported us with carrying our stuff, putting up our tents and making everything a lot easier. Kudos also to our tour guide Roger who was always there for a chat and was a great support in every point of view.
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    Trip date: April 2024

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Ultimate Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 5 Days
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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • What meals are provided during the trek?

      All meals are included throughout the trek, with options to suit dietary preferences.

    • Are there specific travel restrictions for Peru?

      It's best to check the latest travel restrictions, as they can change frequently.

    • How does group size affect the trek?

      A minimum number of participants is required to confirm the trek; larger groups might provide a better experience.

    • Can I check if my friend and I can be together in the group?

      You can confirm your reservations by providing us with your friend's name to ensure placement together.

    • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

      Travel insurance is not included; it's recommended to arrange this separately.

    • What is the payment process for the tour?

      Payments can be made online or through other accepted methods; our team can assist with details.

    • Are tickets available for Machu Picchu for the dates I'm considering?

      Unfortunately, regular tickets are sold out for the selected dates, but alternative tickets may be available.

    • Can I rent sleeping bags and air mattresses?

      Yes, you can add sleeping bags and air mattresses to your booking.

    • Is booking for Huayna Picchu possible?

      Huayna Picchu is sold out for the requested dates; unfortunately, it can't be booked.

    • What should I bring for the trek in terms of luggage?

      Only carry essentials in your backpack; porters will carry the main luggage during the trek.

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    Tour ID: 133087

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      As a traveller from USA, Canada you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F. As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B, C, E, F.

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      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Recommended for Peru. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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      • For any tour departing before December 11th, 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 11th, 2024, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with TreXperience. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 6 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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