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Trekking Salkantay a Machu Picchu: La Ruta Ancestral
Exigente Travesía

Salkantay to Machu Picchu Trek - Peru

Experience the Salkantay to Machu Picchu trek on an 8-day expedition. Guided journey with premium dome accommodation, gear transport, and full safety support.

Price per person
Desde USD $2350
Duration 8 days
Difficulty Exigente
Max. altitude 4,630 m amsl
Meeting point Cusco
PRICE Desde USD $2350

UPCOMING DEPARTURES

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What's included

  • Meals: 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners
  • Accommodation in Cusco: 3 nights in urban accommodation
  • Accommodation during the trek: 3 nights in mountain glamping
  • Accommodation in Aguas Calientes: 1 night in urban accommodation
  • Transfers: In/Out transfers in Cusco, train from Hidroeléctrica to Aguas Calientes, train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, and all transfers during the trek
  • Flights included in the itinerary
  • Entrance permits to Circuit 2 in Machu Picchu
  • Insurance: personal accident and travel assistance
  • Gear transport: up to 7 kg of personal equipment during the trek
  • Taxes: all government taxes, VAT, and service charges
  • MONS Mountain Guides: professional guides with specific training in wilderness first aid
  • VHF communication equipment
  • First aid kit
  • Support: guidance in preparing your personal gear and travel requirements

Not included

  • Additional meals and drinks not specified in this program
  • Personal gear and clothing
  • Optional activities: any visits not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses: laundry, room service, etc.
  • Tips for the team in Peru: we recommend around USD 250 in tips for the local team

Add-on services

  • Huayna Picchu: this ascent requires a Circuit 3 ticket. The climb is done independently after the guided group visit, with approximately 2 hours to complete it before meeting again at the park exit.
  • Accommodation upgrade: this program includes 3-star hotel accommodation in Cusco in shared rooms. If you prefer a single room for the 3 nights, the cost is USD 150.
This trip is for you if

WHO IS THIS
TRIP FOR?

  • People who want to experience the mountains for the first time with a professional guide
  • Anyone looking to disconnect from the city and reconnect with nature
  • Groups of friends or families who want a shared adventure
  • Those with solid baseline fitness and motivation to push themselves

THE EXPERIENCE

About this trip

In the heart of the Peruvian Andes, an ancient route awaits, leading us through the perfect contrast between high mountains and jungle. The Salkantay Trek is the most spectacular and challenging alternative to reach the Lost City of the Incas.

Over 8 days, we’ll explore rugged valleys, walk through cloud forests, and sleep under the stars in exclusive accommodations (domes and sky camps). We take care of the logistics, transfers, and your safety, together with our certified local team — your only task is to walk, connect with ancient history, and let yourself be surprised at every step.

Exigente Physical demand

This is a challenging expedition, designed for people with an active lifestyle who are looking for a real multi-day adventure at altitude. We move together as a group, but it’s important to understand that this is not comparable to a city or park walk. To help you prepare, here’s a breakdown of the daily effort: - Day 3: 10 km (5–6 hours) - Day 4: 23.5 km (10–12 hours) - Day 5: 18 km (5–6 hours) - Day 6: 25 km (8–9 hours) - Day 7: 3 km (2–3 hours) You don’t need to be an elite athlete, but you do need good endurance and the willingness to challenge yourself each day. The key advantage: gear transport (up to 7 kg) is included. You’ll experience each stage carrying only a light daypack. We stay in exclusive mountain camps and urban hotels. This setup brings a higher level of comfort to the rugged Andes, ensuring proper rest after each day: - Nights in panoramic domes under the stars - Comfortable beds in the middle of nature - Hotel stays with full services in Cusco and Aguas Calientes Some landscapes can only be reached on foot, and some experiences can only be found along this ancestral route.

DAY BY DAY

ITINERARY

1

DAY 1 BUENOS AIRES - CUSCO

We meet at Ezeiza International Airport to take the flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the city.

2

DAY 2 CUSCO

A day in Cusco to explore and visit the city. We’ll be at 3.400 m, so it’s important to take this time to acclimatize.

3
CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA

DAY 3 CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA

Distance: 10 km | Duration: 5–6 hours We start the day early with a private transfer to Mollepata for breakfast. From there, we continue to Challacancha, where we begin a 3-hour hike to the Sky Camp in Soraypampa. After lunch, we’ll hike up to Humantay Lake (about 3 hours round trip) and then return to camp for dinner and rest.

4
SORAYPAMPA – SALKANTAY – COLLPAPAMPA

DAY 4 SORAYPAMPA – SALKANTAY – COLLPAPAMPA

Distance: 23.5 km | Duration: 10–12 hours Today is the most challenging day, but the reward is worth it, with incredible views along the way. After breakfast, we’ll hike for about three hours to Abra Salkantay, where we’ll take some time to enjoy the panorama and take photos. From there, we descend into the cloud forest, reaching our lunch spot before continuing toward the edge of the jungle, surrounded by lush and exotic scenery. Finally, we arrive at the exclusive Mountain Sky View Campsite in Collpapampa, where we’ll spend the night.

5
COLLPAPAMPA – LUCMABAMBA – JUNGLE DOMES

DAY 5 COLLPAPAMPA – LUCMABAMBA – JUNGLE DOMES

Distance: 17 km · Duration: 5–6 hours Today the adventure continues with a hike through the Santa Teresa Valley, where we’ll enjoy a lush landscape of rivers, waterfalls, and plantations of coffee, bananas, and avocados. We’ll arrive at the Jungle Domes around lunchtime, where we’ll settle in and spend the afternoon resting, enjoying the calm of the camp and the surrounding nature.

6
LUCMABAMBA – AGUAS CALIENTES

DAY 6 LUCMABAMBA – AGUAS CALIENTES

Distance: 25 km | Duration: 8–9 hours Today we follow part of the original Inca Trail. We hike to the Inca archaeological site of Llaqtapata, where we’ll learn about its history and enjoy our first view of Machu Picchu. We then descend for lunch before heading to Hidroeléctrica. From there, we continue by train to Aguas Calientes. In the evening, we’ll have dinner at a local restaurant and spend the night in a hotel, ready for the big day ahead.

7
MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

DAY 7 MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Distance: 3 km | Duration: 2–3 hours We wake up early to enter the citadel and avoid the crowds. We’ll have a guided visit to explore its terraces and temples. In the afternoon, we take the train to Ollantaytambo and return to our hotel in Cusco.

8

DAY 8 CUSCO - BUENOS AIRES

We wake up in Cusco and begin our journey home. Today, we take our flight back to Argentina.

IN ACTION

See what the trip is like

BEFORE YOU GO

FAQ

BEFORE YOU GO

Gear you'll need

Clothing

Pantalón
- 2 Pantalones para la caminata, recomendamos de trekking
- 1 Interior de abrigo
Pantalón - 2 Pantalones para la caminata, recomendamos de trekking
- 1 Interior de abrigo
Pantalón impermeable
Pantalón impermeable recommended
Medias
- 3 Pares para la caminata
- 1 Par para el campamento
Medias - 3 Pares para la caminata
- 1 Par para el campamento
Buzos
- 2 Buzos de abrigo, recomendamos de fibra polar
Buzos - 2 Buzos de abrigo, recomendamos de fibra polar
Remeras
- 4 Remeras para la caminata, recomendamos sintéticas
- 1 Remera de recambio
Remeras - 4 Remeras para la caminata, recomendamos sintéticas
- 1 Remera de recambio
Camperas
- 1 Campera impermeable/rompeviento
- 1 Campera de abrigo
Camperas - 1 Campera impermeable/rompeviento
- 1 Campera de abrigo
Calzado
- 1 Calzado para caminar: recomendamos botas/zapatillas de trekking
- 1 calzado liviano para descansar los pies
Calzado - 1 Calzado para caminar: recomendamos botas/zapatillas de trekking
- 1 calzado liviano para descansar los pies
Accesorios para el frío y el sol
- Gorro de lana o sintético
- Gorra o sombrero
- 2 Cuello polar o tipo buff
- 1 Guantes primera piel
- 1 Guantes de abrigo
Accesorios para el frío y el sol - Gorro de lana o sintético
- Gorra o sombrero
- 2 Cuello polar o tipo buff
- 1 Guantes primera piel
- 1 Guantes de abrigo

Equipment

Mochila de 30 LTS o más
Mochila de 30 LTS o más
Bolsa de dormir: recomendado para -10°C
Bolsa de dormir: recomendado para -10°C
Botella de agua para 2LTS
Botella de agua para 2LTS
Pastillas potabilizadoras
Pastillas potabilizadoras recommended
Linterna frontal
Linterna frontal
Protector solar
Protector solar
Medicación personal
Medicación personal
Bolsas
Bolsas
1 par de bastones de trekking
1 par de bastones de trekking recommended
Anteojos de sol
Anteojos de sol
Snacks para la caminata
Snacks para la caminata

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