Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 8 days


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Overview
Highlights
- Cusco - independently explore the captivating capital of the Incas
- Sacred Valley of the Incas – visit the colourful markets of Urubamba and Chichero as well as the narrow streets of Ollantaytambo
- Salkantay Trek - complete one of the most picturesque treks in the world with changing mountain and jungle scenery en route
- Machu Picchu - explore the spectacular Inca citadel set high in the Andes Mountains
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Trip includes
- 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 4 dinners
- 3 nights 3 star hotel in Cusco, 1 night 3 star hotel in Aguas Calientes and 3 nights camping on the Salkantay Trek
- Airport transfers on days 1 and 8
- Guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
- 4 day Salkantay Trail Trek
- Escorted by an English-speaking local tour leader for trek and included sightseeing of Machu Picchu
- Transfers & transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance fees for included sightseeing
Itinerary

Welcome to Cusco, upon arrival at the airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of this beautiful city. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to walk the stunning cobbled streets, discover Spanish colonial churches and enjoy the vibrant nigh...
Cusco - Sacred Valley - Cusco. This morning we'll head away from Cusco and down to the incredible Sacred Valley. We'll make our way to Pisac market this morning, this vibrant display of local goods is a great place to pick up some hand-made souvenirs. Test your batter...
Day 3 of the tour marks the beginning of the exhilarating Salkantay Trek. We have an early start this morning as we begin our journey by bus to Mollepata, from here the trekking begins with our first stop 3 hours later at Cruzpata. There'll be time for lunch with stun...
Today marks the final day of the Salkantay Trek, another early start sees a steady climb as we make our way to Llactapata. At Llactapata we'll find an incredible Incan fort, whilst beautiful and enchanting in it's own right it also offers distant views across to Machu...
After 4 days of fulfilling hiking, we set off early this morning to the world famous Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. Arriving in time for sunrise, we'll then enjoy a guided tour of this incredible Citadel. Learn all about the history of this magical place and how it lay a...
Today marks the end of your fantastic trip through the Salkantay and Cusco region. A transfer will be provided to take you to the airport for you onward flight.
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What's excluded
- International flights to/from our tour start/end points and visas
- Items of a personal nature and additional meals
- Tipping - refer to the Tipping paragraph in the Trip Notes for further information
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Minimum age is 12 years old on trekking tours. No maximum age, however, all clients regardless of age must complete a active tour suitability form.
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