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9 Days Horseback Riding: Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - Luxury Experience

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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Arrival in Cusco

    Arrival in Cusco
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Luxury Hotel in Cusco )
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Cusco to Salkantay Lodge

    Cusco to Salkantay Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at El Pedregal farmhouse), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Comfort Pluss Lodge Accommodation in Soraypampa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Quillarumiyoc archaeological site
    • Lunch at El Pedregal farmhouse with local agriculture orientation
    • Meet horse at Coronilla Ranch
    • Horseback ride to Soraypampa (3-4 hours)
    Landmarks
    Quillarumiyoc
    Mount Salkantay
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 3

    Humantay Lake and Chakana

    Humantay Lake and Chakana
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Comfort Pluss Lodge Accommodation in Soraypampa)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback ride to Humantay Lake (1 hour)
    • Walk to Humantay Lake (20 minutes)
    • Horseback ride to Chakana gateway (30 minutes)
    • Hike to Chakana/Cross of the Incas (1 hour)
    • Pachamama offering ceremony led by local Shaman

    Optional Activities

    • Swim at Humantay Lake
    • Soak in outdoor jacuzzi
    • Additional afternoon horseback ride (approximately 2 hours)
    Landmarks
    Humantay Lake
    Chakana (Cross of the Incas)
    Mount Humantay
  5. Day 4

    Salkantay Pass to Wayra Lodge

    Salkantay Pass to Wayra Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Hot lunch en route), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Comfort Pluss Lodge Accommodation in Salkantay Pass)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback ride up Rio Blanco valley
    • Ride across Salkantay Pass (4,638 meters/15,213 ft)
    • Descent to Wayra Lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Andean condor viewing
    Landmarks
    Salkantay Pass
    Rio Blanco Valley
    Vilcabamba Range
  6. Day 5

    Wayra Lodge to Colpa Lodge

    Wayra Lodge to Colpa Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Pachamanca—traditional festive Peruvian meal cooked by layering meat and vegetables with hot stones, covered with plantain leaves, high Andean grass, and local herbs, baked in underground oven), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Comfort Pluss Lodge Accommodation in Cloud forest)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback ride from Wayra Lodge toward Colpa Lodge
    • Descent into cloud forest
    • Pachamanca traditional Peruvian meal experience

    Optional Activities

    • Orchid trail exploration
    Landmarks
    Salkantay River
  7. Day 6

    Colpa Lodge to Lucma Lodge

    Colpa Lodge to Lucma Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Comfort Pluss Lodge Accommodation in Cloud forest)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback ride along Santa Teresa river valley
    • Ride through agricultural plantations
    • Walk through avocado orchard to Lucma Lodge (30 minutes)
    Landmarks
    Santa Teresa River
    Llactapata Inca Trail
  8. Day 7

    Lucma Lodge to Aguas Calientes

    Lucma Lodge to Aguas Calientes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch from scenic viewpoint overlooking Machu Picchu), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Luxury Hotel in Aguas Calientes)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Llactapata Pass (3 hours, 2,736 m/8,974 ft)
    • Explore Llactapata Ruins
    • Train ride from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes (approximately 1 hour)
    Landmarks
    Llactapata Pass
    Llactapata Ruins
    Machu Picchu Sanctuary
    Aobamba River
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Machu Picchu to Cusco

    Machu Picchu to Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Late lunch in Aguas Calientes)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Luxury Hotel in Cusco )

    Included Activities

    • Bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (approximately 30 minutes)
    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu ruins (2 hours)
    • Free exploration of Machu Picchu (approximately 2 hours)
    • Bus ride from Machu Picchu back to Aguas Calientes
    • Train ride from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (approximately 1.5 hours)
    • Private car drive from Ollantaytambo to Cusco (approximately 1.5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Ollantaytambo
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  10. Day 9

    Departure from Cusco

    Departure from Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Linda5.0•April 2025
    Mountain Lodges was completely amazing including our guide, Antonio as well as the lodges, all staff and the horses!
    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Responsible Travel South America
    Dear Linda, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re happy to know that you had an incredible experience in the Incan Empire in Peru. Our team takes great pride in delivering expertise and kindness, and it’s wonderful to know that their collaborative efforts exceeded your expectations throughout your journey. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and creating even more unforgettable experiences for you. Best wishes! Jeferson and the Responsible Travel Team.
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