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Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu - 8 days

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Tour Overview

PRIVATE TREK: Beginning and ending in Cusco, the former capital of the Incan Empire, discover spectacular scenery on the Salkantay Trek. This remarkable 4-day trek winds through lush jungles, across high mountain passes and beside serene azure lagoons. Trekking along the slopes of majestic Salkantay Mountain reveals some of the most mesmerizing vistas Peru has to offer, and with far fewer trekkers than the Inca Trail, you can immerse yourself in nature in this remote paradise. This trek, named one of the "25 Best Treks in the World" by National Geographic, culminates at the magnificent, Incan Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.

Start

Cusco

End

Cusco

Destination

Cusco

Days

8

Pace

Medium

Range

Private

Max Group Size

Min 7 - Max 16

Min Age

7

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Trip Code: STAMP

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Cusco - Independently explore the charming ancient capital of the Incas

  • Salkantay Trail - Complete one of the most picturesque treks in the world, hiking through jungles and high mountain passes, dotted with azure lagoons

  • Llactapata Ruins - Take in the ruins of this Incan Fort and gaze across at Machu Picchu, a teaser of what's to come

  • Machu Picchu - Marvel at this world famous Inca citadel set high in the Andes Mountains

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

3 nights 4 star hotel in Cusco, 1 night 3 star hotel in Aguas Calientes and 3 nights camping in 2-man tents on the Salkantay Trek
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks, 4 dinners and various snacks to be eaten throughout the day (if you would like vegetarian food or a special diet, please let us know in advance)
Cusco airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 8
4-day Salkantay Trek - all camping and cooking equipment is provided apart from your sleeping bag, which can be hired locally
Escorted by a bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) specialist local guide on the trek, with a cook and horsemen
All relevant transfers and transportation
Expedition train from Aguas Calientes to Poray
Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu

Not Included

International flights and visas
Sleeping bag - can be hired locally
Evacuation: in the event of a serious medical injury, we will coordinate with your travel insurance company to arrange evacuation.
Tipping - refer to the Tipping paragraph in the Trip Notes for further information

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration8 days
StartCusco
EndCusco
StyleTrekking Tours
Max Group16 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $1,550
per person

Dates and availability

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