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4-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, Panoramic Train

Machu Picchu
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Salkantay Machu Picchu
Salkantay Machu Picchu
Salkantay Machu Picchu
Salkantay Machu Picchu

Embark on the epic 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu! Hike stunning mountains, visit lakes and cloud forests, enjoy a Pachamanca barbecue and coffee tour, and return by the scenic Vistadome train.

General information

Cancellation policyThis activity is non-refundable
Duration 4 daysCheck availability for starting times.
Guidespanish, english, portuguese
Pick-up service includedWe will pick you up at your hotel or at any other address you indicate if it is near the centre of Cuzco

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Humantay Lake – SalkaGlamp Basecamp

Start early with a 4:30 AM pickup. After breakfast in Mollepata, hike 3 hours to Soraypampa, where a fresh lunch awaits. Then, enjoy a 2-hour climb to Humantay Lake’s turquoise beauty at 4,200 m, with stunning Andean views and possible wildlife sightings.

Afterward, head to SalkaGlamp at 3,900 m for your glamping experience—complete with tea, dinner, and a peaceful night under the stars.

Day 2: SalkaGlamp – Salkantay Pass – Collpapampa

Start your day with coffee or coca tea brought to your glamping tent. Step outside to stunning views of plains and snow-capped peaks. After a hearty breakfast, hike 2 hours to the trek’s highest point—Salkantay Pass at 4,630 m (15,190 ft). Take in the breathtaking landscapes and serene lake beneath Salkantay Mountain.

From here, descend 3 hours to Wayracmachay (3,800 m) for a well-earned lunch. Then, trek another 3 hours down into the cloud forest, where vibrant flowers, hummingbirds, and orchids await. By evening, reach Collpapampa (2,770 m) to relax in cozy jungle huts, enjoy a hot shower, and rest in a comfortable bed.

Day 3: Collpapampa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes

This is the highlight of your Salkantay adventure! After breakfast, enjoy a 3-hour scenic hike to Lucmabamba (2,000 m), where you’ll help prepare a traditional Pachamanca barbecue—a unique Peruvian feast cooked with hot stones.

After lunch, visit an organic coffee farm to learn about coffee-making and try your hand at brewing espresso from fresh beans. Then, take a short drive to Hidroelectrica and hike 3 hours to Aguas Calientes, surrounded by lush scenery as you approach Machu Picchu. Arrive around 5:00 p.m. for dinner and a cozy night in a local hotel, ready for tomorrow’s big adventure!

Day 4: Explore Machu Picchu - Return to Cusco
Get ready for the ultimate highlight of your adventure: Machu Picchu! Start bright and early with a 5:30 a.m. bus ride to the ancient citadel. As the first light touches the ruins, you’ll enjoy incredible views and, if the skies are clear, the unforgettable sight of sunrise over the Lost City of the Incas.

Your guide will lead a fascinating 2-3 hour tour, sharing the history and mysteries of this magical place. Afterward, take time to wander on your own, or, if you've booked in advance, tackle Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain for breathtaking views.

When you’re ready, head back to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). Then, relax on the scenic Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo, where our team will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, wrapping up this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Return to:

Cuzco

What's included

Pre-departure briefing
Hotel pickup and drop off
All transportation during the tour
Professional Tour Guide
Return on the panoramic Vistadome Train or 360°
Entry tickets to the Salkantay Trek and Machu Picchu
Cargo mules to carry all camping equipment
Experienced chef to prepare meals
2-night camping in comfortable tents
1 night 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
All meals on the trail, except the last day lunch (all dietary needs covered)
Water and daily snacks
Pachamanca barbecue, cooking class, coffee experience
Duffle Bag for up to 8 kg (17 lb) for your stuff
First-aid kit, satellite phones, oxygen supply
Pillow, sleeping pad, rain poncho, hand towels
Sleeping bag, air mattress, trekking poles
Last day lunch in Aguas Calientes
Entry to Huayna Picchu Mountain
Entry to Machu Picchu Mountain
Travel Insurance (recommended)

Important information

Start time4:00AM - 4:30AM
Meeting pointHotel
DetailsWe’ll pick you up directly from your accommodation in Cusco. Please be in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup, where our driver will be holding a sign with your last name.

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