Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu - 8 days

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Hike the incredible Salkantay Trek before reaching the incredible and awe-inspiring Incan sanctuary of Machu Picchu on this 8 day tour. You'll pass through high mountains, lush tropical jungle and be dazzled by incredible scenery. Spend time exploring the beautiful city of Cusco and discover the incredible colourful markets of the Sacred Valley, in anticipati...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous

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

What's this trip about?

    Hike the incredible Salkantay Trek before reaching the incredible and awe-inspiring Incan sanctuary of Machu Picchu on this 8 day tour. You'll pass through high mountains, lush tropical jungle and be dazzled by incredible scenery. Spend time exploring the beautiful city of Cusco and discover the incredible colourful markets of the Sacred Valley, in anticipation of your exciting trek to come.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

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

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Cusco

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...

Day : 2 Sacred Valley

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 : 3-5 Salkantay Trek

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...

Day : 6 Salkantay Trek

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...

Day : 7 Machu Picchu

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...

Day : 8 Cusco

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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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,245
Price per day$156
Last Updated: 6/24/2020

Prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the per person price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

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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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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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