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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Cusco Hotels - 8 Days

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5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Backpacker hiking a rocky mountain trail toward a snow-capped peak under bright morning sun and lens flares.
  • Dramatic snowy Andean peaks tower above riders on pack horses crossing a high valley.
  • Smiling trekking group posing with misty Machu Picchu terraces and peaks in the background.
  • Alpine tarn reflecting craggy snow-covered Andes beneath scattered clouds.
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  • The variety, quiet and beauty of the Salkantay Trek made it an excellent alternative to the crowded Inca trail.

    CarolWaffler•traveled in July4.5
  • Clear glacial stream winding through lush highland valley toward a snow-capped Andean summit.
  • Lone trekker walking beside jungle railway tracks under a leafy green canopy.
  • Vibrant plaza with colonial cathedral, flags and many locals enjoying a sunny day in Cusco’s main square.
  • Craggy snow-capped mountain peak glistens beneath a bright blue sky.
  • Brilliant turquoise alpine lake mirrors surrounding snowy summits and rocky cliffs.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Cusco

    Cusco
    Start point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Pick up from your hotel)
  3. Day 2

    Cusco

    Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Pre-trek briefing

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sacsayhuaman
    • Visit Qenqo
    • Visit Tambomachay
    • Cooking class
    • Chocolate class
    Landmarks
    Sacsayhuaman
    Qenqo
    Tambomachay
  4. Day 3

    Soraypampa - Salkantaypampa

    Soraypampa - Salkantaypampa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Humantay Lake
    • Trek to Salkantaypampa
    Landmarks
    Humantay Lake
    Humantay Glacier
  5. Day 4

    Salkantaypampa - Collpapampa

    Salkantaypampa - Collpapampa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Salkantay Pass
    • Trek from Salkantay Pass to Collpapampa
    Landmarks
    Salkantay Pass
    Salkantay Glacier
  6. Day 5

    Collpapampa - La Playa

    Collpapampa - La Playa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Trek through cloud forest to La Playa

    Optional Activities

    • Visit hot springs near La Playa
    Landmarks
    La Playa
  7. Day 6

    La Playa - Aguas Calientes

    La Playa - Aguas Calientes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Llactapata Inca site
    • Trek to Aguas Calientes
    Landmarks
    Llactapata
    Machu Picchu
  8. Day 7

    Aguas Calientes - Cusco

    Aguas Calientes - Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
    • Self-guided exploration of Machu Picchu
    • Bus transfer from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
    • Bus transfer from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
  9. Day 8

    Cusco

    Cusco
    End point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (To your Hotel)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • CarolWaffler4.5•July 2019
    Challenging hike! The variety, quiet and beauty of the Salkantay Trek made it an excellent alternative to the crowded...
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    Traveled in July 2019
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Carol; we highly appreciate your positive feedback. Definitely Salkantay Trek is an excellent alternative for all the adventurers who couldn´t get a spot for the Traditional Inca Trail, you don´t miss anything taking this alternative. I´m glad to know our staff made a positive impact on your experience in Peru. Great guests like you deserve always the best.
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  • Mary5.0•July 2019
    Our guide - Oscar, chef, porters and horseman were excellent! We booked the trip thru TourRadar and somehow they...
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    Traveled in June 2019
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Mary: Thank you for your possitive feedback about our professional staff, they are very helpful and attentive to your requirements. I´m glad to know they made an excellent impact on your experience in Perú. I´m sorry for the communication issues, we will try to improve it. If you are planning to try a new adventure in Peru, please don´t hesitate to contact us. More than happy to help.
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  • Cheryl5.0•May 2017
    Thank you for the compassion show to all that got sick on our trek. You made sure all were taken care of finished...
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    Traveled in August 2016
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    Dear Cheryl, thank you so much for taking the time to review your Salkantay trek with us. Your words mean a lot to our guides, porters and the whole team in Cusco. Your safety, comfort and pace always come first for our team, so this means a lot to us. We hope our paths cross again in Peru. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • James5.0•May 2017
    I cant not express how grateful I am to walter and the horsemen. They were so good natured and patient
    Traveled in December 2016
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear James, we are truly grateful for your wonderful review of your Salkantay trek. I will make sure your message reaches Walter; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. Your safety, comfort and pace always come first for our team, so this means a lot to us. You will always have friends in Cusco. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • John5.0•May 2017
    I had an absolutely wonderful time . I loved how willing the guides were to change plans to accommodate us loved...
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    Traveled in March 2017
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear John, we are truly grateful for your wonderful review of your Salkantay trek. I will make sure your message reaches Eddy and Freddy; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. Our chefs put real pride into every meal, so we are very happy you enjoyed the food. You will always have friends in Cusco. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • John5.0•May 2017
    Excellent serviced amazing guides Beautiful scenery helpful guides very well organized good itinerary. Informative...
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    Traveled in August 2016
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear John, thank you so much for taking the time to review your Salkantay trek with us. Your words mean a lot to our guides, porters and the whole team in Cusco. Sharing the history and culture of our ancestors is what our guides love most. We hope our paths cross again in Peru. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • Gavin5.0•May 2017
    Fantastic trip Fabricio was an amazing guide and Ronal was an extraordinary chef !! This was an unforgettable...
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    Traveled in June 2016
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Gavin, thank you for choosing Valencia Travel Cusco and for sharing such kind words about your Salkantay trek. I will make sure your message reaches Fabricio; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. Our chefs put real pride into every meal, so we are very happy you enjoyed the food. We would love to show you more of Peru on your next visit. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • Zachariah5.0•May 2017
    Awesome trip !! Eder was our guide and we really enjoyed him,very professional and kind Thank you Eder for...
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    Traveled in March 2016
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Zachariah, thank you for trusting us with your Salkantay trek and for this lovely review. I will make sure your message reaches Eder; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. We work hard behind the scenes to keep every detail running smoothly, so thank you for noticing. We hope to welcome you back to Peru soon. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • Emily5.0•May 2017
    Aldo was a incredible guide .He is extremely knowledgeable and our tour would not have been the same without him...
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    Traveled in April 2017
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Emily, thank you so much for taking the time to review your Salkantay trek with us. I will make sure your message reaches Aldo; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. Sharing the history and culture of our ancestors is what our guides love most. We hope our paths cross again in Peru. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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  • Thalia5.0•May 2017
    Claudio was exceptional. He always made sure everyone was safe and meeting trey needing any way. He treated everyone...
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    Traveled in April 2017
    Reply from: Valencia Travel Cusco
    Dear Thalia, thank you for choosing Valencia Travel Cusco and for sharing such kind words about your Salkantay trek. I will make sure your message reaches Claudio; kind words like yours mean the world to our team. Our porters are the heart of every trek, so it is wonderful to hear you felt their care and energy. We would love to show you more of Peru on your next visit. Warm regards, Rene Valencia, Founder, Valencia Travel Cusco
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