5 Days 4 Nights Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Private Tour
The Experience
Discover Peru’s most scenic alternative to the Inca Trail on this 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with South Adventure Peru Tours. Hike beneath the snow-capped Salkantay Mountain, passing through cloud forests, ancient Inca ruins, and traditional Quechua communities. Enjoy breathtaking views, freshly prepared meals, and rich cultural encounters each day. With moderate to challenging hikes and small group sizes, this off-the-beaten-path journey ends with a guided tour of Machu Picchu—one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Perfect for adventurous travelers seeking nature, history, and fewer crowds.
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5.0(2 reviews)Non-refundable
from₹1,32,663
Includes: Private transport from Poroy train station to hotel in Cusco · Experienced cook and all cooking equipment · 4-person capacity tents (used by 2 travelers per tent for extra space) · +14 more
Included
- Private transport from Poroy train station to hotel in Cusco
- Experienced cook and all cooking equipment
- 4-person capacity tents (used by 2 travelers per tent for extra space)
- Pre-information session the night before your hike
- Lunch
- All buffet meals during the trek (vegetarian options available)
- Dinner
- Sleeping mattress (Therm-a-Rest style)
- Breakfast
- Entrance to Machu Picchu (must be booked months in advance)
- Hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes (3-star, hot shower & private bathroom)
- English-speaking guide (2 guides provided for groups over 8 people)
- Private transport from Cusco to the trailhead
- Boiled water provided after every meal
- 3 nights of camping along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Poroy (Expedition or Inca Rail)
- Daily teatime (coffee, tea, popcorn, biscuits)
Not included
- Meals on Day 5: Lunch and dinner not included, but we’ll gladly recommend great restaurant options
- Sleeping bag (rated to -20°C) for the trip. Can be rented from us
Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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About the guide
Know before you go
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Booked on Viator
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