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Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu 4 Days and 3 Nights

By National Peru Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,003 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This is one of the most stunning alternative treks to the Inca Trail, blending cultural and natural beauty in a truly unique way. The trail takes you through a vibrant landscape, rich in biodiversity, with a variety of ecosystems, fascinating flora, and diverse wildlife. Along the way, you'll encounter ancient Inca ruins perched high on mountains, offering breathtaking views of the majestic Machu Picchu from a more remote and tranquil perspective.

The journey culminates in the charming town of Aguas Calientes, nestled at the base of the modern wonder of Machu Picchu.

Your adventure concludes with an early morning visit to the Machu Picchu archaeological site, where you'll experience the awe-inspiring sunrise over the ruins before embarking on a guided tour of this extraordinary site. Afterwards, you'll return to Cusco, carrying with you unforgettable memories of a trek that seamlessly combines history, nature, and adventure.

Activity location

  • SORAYPAMPA
    • 08645, Mollepata, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Plaza Regocijo
    • 08002, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

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Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu 4 Days and 3 Nights
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
NZ$2,003.01 x 1 AdultNZ$2,003.01
Total
Price is NZ$2,003.01
Until Sat, 19 Jul

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: CUSCO – SORAYPAMPA – WAYRACMACHAY – LOS ANDENES
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: Here we are going to camp at Andenes
SORAYPAMPA
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel, followed by a scenic drive to Mollepata (2,700m) for breakfast. After a short bus ride, we arrive at Soraypampa (3,800m), the trailhead. The trek starts with a gentle ascent, leading into a steeper climb through winding zigzags. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Salkantay (6,271m), the sacred guardian of the jungle. At the highest point of the pass (4,630m), you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the Sacred Mountains, Humantay and Salkantay. Here, you’ll add a pebble to the pile of stones, an offering to the Apus (mountain spirits) for a safe journey. You’ll also spot remnants of an ancient Inca trail, still visible as it stretches across the mountainside. After soaking in the views, we begin a gentle descent to our first campsite at Andenes (3,400m / 11,150ft), arriving in the late afternoon to rest and reflect on the day’s adventure.
Day 2: LOS ANDENES – WAYRACPUNKU – LA PLAYA
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Here we are going to camp at La Playa
MIRADOR WAYRACPUNKU
Following an early breakfast, we will leave the beautiful pyramid shaped peak of Salkantay behind us. From now, the fauna and flora change as we enter the tropical cloud forest and discover its lush vegetation of wild orchids, bromeliads and beautiful birds. Continuing our descent through the groves of bamboos; going across some amazing untouched path where strawberries grow at your feet and passion fruit are above your head in a decor of begonias and purple orchids! After 5 hours hike we arrive at the hamlet of Wayracpunku for lunch, then we set out to La Playa (campsite) passing the Hamlet of Saint Ignatious where we see banana and avocado trees, as well as coffee plantations.
Day 3: LA PLAYA – HYDROELECTRIC – MACHUPICCHU TOWN
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Santuario Machupicchu Hotel
Aguas Calientes
Another early start gives us some amazing views over the valley. After 3 hours journey, we will arrive to an Incan remain named Llactapata which overlooks Machu Picchu. It is a magical view given to us that a majority of tourists will never see! A 2 hour downhill trail easily leads the hikers into a forest of increasingly thick vegetation to the hydroelectric power station lunch spot. Finally, we follow the railway heading up the Urubamba valley to our last destination at Aguas Calientes and stay overnight in a hotel. Total distance:12 km (7, 50 miles)
Day 4: MACHUPICCHU
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Machupicchu
  • 3h
Early start to Machu Picchu, means entering for the best photo opportunities. Following the guided tour, take the time to explore and wander around Machu Picchu by yourself. Make your way back down to Aguas Calientes for a well-deserved rest and lunch. Finally, get the train to Ollantaytambo and bus back to Cusco.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSORAYPAMPA
    • 08645, Mollepata, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPlaza Regocijo
    • 08002, Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

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