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The Salkantay tour is one of the best treks in the world. This impressive trail is a good option after the Inca Trail.
The Salkantay Trek is designed to offer a challenging hike and a beautiful view of Salkantay while participating in the Inca Trail. It is truly the best of both worlds experience. This trip is a specially curated trek that spans five days and four nights, with an emphasis on hiking. If you are looking for your next once-in-a-lifetime travel experience, consider the Salkantay Trek with short 5-day Inca Trail that takes you directly to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
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Itinerary
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"The journey begins at 4:30 AM with pick-up in Cusco by your tour guide in our private van. You will drive for 2 hours to Cusipata for a hot breakfast. Afterward, you will continue by vehicle for another hour until you reach the trailhead at 4,400m14,435 ft.The hike starts by exploring the amazing Red Valley, a tranquil and visually stunning section. From there, you will begin an ascent of approximately 2 hours to reach the summit of Rainbow Mountain at 5,036m/16,522 ft, where you will admire its mineral stripes and the Ausangate glacier. After enjoying the views, you will descend to Kayrawiri for a hot lunch prepared by the chef. The final stage consists of 3 hours of serene trekking through a high Andean valley, arriving at the campsite in Anantapata (4,750 m/15,580 ft), where dinner and a starry sky await you.
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
"The day begins at 5:00 AM at Pucacocha Camp (4,600 m15,091 ft with a sunrise over the imposing Apu Ausangate glacier and a hot breakfast.The main challenge is the ascent to Pucacocha Pass (or Anantapata Pass), reaching 4,900 m / 16,076 ft. From the summit, you will enjoy stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Ausangate and endless mountain ranges.Afterward, you will start a gentle descent through a valley featuring unique rock formations and turquoise lagoons. Around midday, you will enjoy a hot lunch next to one of the lagoons.After 8 to 9 hours of trekking in total, you will arrive at Ausangatecocha Camp (4,400 m / 14,435 ft), situated next to the eponymous lake, offering a restorative dinner under the Andean sky."
9 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Aguas Calientes
The day begins at Ausangatecocha Camp 4,400 m/ 14,435 ft with breakfast, marking the start of the transition. The final hike is a descent lasting 3 to 4 hours, allowing you to enjoy the changing landscape: the vegetation becomes denser, and the first signs of local settlements appear.The trekking concludes in the community of Pacchanta 4,100 m/ 13,451 ft, where the well-deserved reward awaits: time to relax in the famous, rustic hot springs. These natural pools are perfect for relieving muscle fatigue. After the soak, a final celebratory lunch is shared with the dedicated mountain crew.Fully rejuvenated, you will board the private transport for a scenic drive of approximately 4 hours to the historic town of Ollantaytambo. From there, the final phase begins: a magical 1 hour and 45 minute train ride. The train passes through a valley that transforms into a cloud forest, arriving at Aguas Calientes 2,040 m. Upon arrival, staff will meet you and escort you to your comfortable 3-star hotel
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
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The day begins with breakfast in Aguas Calientes, leaving your main luggage safely at the hotel. You will board a 25-minute scenic bus ride up to the entrance of Machu Picchu 2,430 m/ 7,972 ft.Your expert Ali Perú Treks guide will lead a comprehensive 3-hour tour along Circuit 2 (the most classic route). You will visit the best viewpoints for the iconic photo and explore the main Incan temples and plazas. Afterward, you will have free time and the option to climb Huayna Picchu (if the ticket was reserved).You will return by bus to Aguas Calientes, then take the train (2 hours) to Ollantaytambo. There, the Ali Perú Treks staff will be waiting for you for the private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco, concluding the unforgettable adventure with door-to-door service. Bus to Machu Picchu: 30 minutes each way. Train to Ollantaytambo: Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes. Private Transport to Cusco: Approx. 2 hours (depending on traffic). Final Drop-off: Your hotel in Cusco.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
CUSCO - CUSIPATA - RED VALLEY - RAINBOW MOUNTAIN - ANAMPATA CAMP
ANANTAPATA - PUCACOCHA PASS - AUSANGATECCOCHA CAMP
AUSANGATECCOCHA CAMP - PACCHANTA - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES
MACHU PICCHU - OLLANTAYTAMBO - CUSCO
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- We accommodate any special requests for food restrictions. (e.g, allergy to nuts, vegan, gluten-free).
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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