This trek is ideal for travellers wishing to get off the beaten track but still take in the breathtaking ruins of Machupicchu. It is a wonderful trek taking you right from the watershed of the Apurimac to the Urubamba. We traverse through beautiful green valleys and camp next to turquoise glacial lakes. We also come across many Inca archaeological sites and enjoy a wide variety of flora, fauna and wildlife. On our last day we are rewarded with the magnificent view of Machupicchu. This is a true Andean odyssey!

An early rise at around 4.30am! We drive from Cusco by bus for approximately 4 hours to Mollepata from where our trek begins. Mollepata is a small village situated in the Apurimac Valley which is well known for its citrus produce. Here we meet up with our wranglers and their horses that will carry our equipment during the trek. We commence walking for approximately 1 hour before reaching Cruzpata, from where we get our first view of the magnificent snow mountain of Humantay (5,917m). We pass many rivers continuing on our trek for about another 3 hours before reaching the small community and picturesque spot of Checchicancha. We stop here to take a break and have our lunch. In the afternoon we continue walking for about 3-4 hours to reach Soraypampa, which is nestled in-between the snow mountains. We camp here overnight. (Lunch, Dinner)

An early start to the day as we have a steep climb ahead of us. Our ascent takes around 3 hours until we reach the high pass at 4,800m near the magnificent glacier peaks of Salkantay (6,271m) and Humantay (6,100m) the second highest peak in the Cusco area. After admiring the beautiful landscape, we begin our descent to Wayracmachay (3,800m) where we have our lunch and a good rest. After lunch we continue walking for around 3-4 hours until our campsite at Chaullay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

We leave from Chaullay early as well after our breakfast - we pass through Collcapampa. In this part of the trek we will walk on a narrow trail on the mountainside, finding some species of orchids and different kinds of plants, and some cornfields and fruit fields. We have opportunity to see the most beautiful waterfall on the trail. After walking for 5 hours we will reach La Playa from where we take a small truck to Santa Teresa town. The truck journey is approx. 45 minutes. Upon arrival in Santa Teresa we set up our tents and have the chance to visit the medicinal hot springs waters closeby – approx. 45 minutes from Santa Teresa town (optional activity). In the evening we have dinner at our campsite and rest up for the night.  (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

We have an early breakfast and after a short journey by bus (1 hour) we start walking for around 2 hours to get to the Urubamba River where we cross the river by a cable. After this we continue onto the Hydro-Electric Station, where we take lunch close by. We then continue on our journey towards the town of Aguas Calientes traversing at the bottom of the valley for approximately 3 hours until we reach the town and go to our hostal where we will take our dinner and rest up before the next day in Machupicchu! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

A very early start after breakfast in order that we can arrive in time for sunrise at Machupicchu. We take the first bus up at 5.30am. There will be a 2 hour fully guided tour around the ruins, visiting the main sites and monuments. After the tour you will have free time to wander around and explore by yourself. In the afternoon we take the train back to Cusco, where you will be transferred back to your hotel. (Breakfast)

If you want you can arrange for an extra night in Aguas Calientes. Please let us know whether you would like this option at the time of booking your tour.

Train times are subject to time tables & availability at Peru Rail – they are the only train company on the line!

• Transportation to start of Trek

• Entrance Fee onto the Salkantay Trek

• Professional English speaking Guide

• Entrance fee into Machupicchu

• Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu and return

• Meals (except Breakfast on First Day and Lunch on Last Day)

• 7kg Personal luggage allowance to put on the horses

• Spacious tents

• Sleeping mats

• Dining tent, kitchen tent, latrine tent

• All camping equipment

• Horses to carry the group equipment (food, tents, tables, etc.)

• Emergency Oxygen bottle and first aid kit

• Hostal accommodation on the 4th night of the Trek

• Backpacker Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco/Ollaytatambo. (If return is to Ollaytatambo there will be a transfer bus to meet you).

What Is Not Included

• Sleeping Bag - can be hired for $20 per bag for entire trail

• Breakfast on the 1st Day

• Lunch on the 5th Day

• Hot Springs in Santa Teresa (S/10) or Aguas Calientes (S/10)

• Extras

• Gratuities

• A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek

• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)

• Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes

• Warm clothes, including jacket, fleece and sweaters

• Sleeping bag (it can be hired at our agency)

• Flashlight and batteries

• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain or cold

• Sun block

• Insect repellent

• Toilet paper

• Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc.

• Water bottle and sterilising tablets (e.g. Micropur)

• Small towel and Swimsuit

• Personal medical kit (although we do have our own first aid kit)

We use a basic hostal in this package that includes private bathroom and breakfast. Subject to availability we include either Hostal Continental or Hostal Machupicchu. If they are not available we select another hostal of the same standard. If you would like to upgrade we are happy to assist you! Please ask for our Preferred Hotel List in Aguas Calientes.

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