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Cusco & Machu Picchu (Salkantay Trek) – 5 Days / 4 Nights

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Salkantay Trek Adventure to Machu Picchu – 5 Days from Cusco

Take the road less travelled on this incredible 5-day trek to Machu Picchu via the breathtaking Salkantay route. Hike through dramatic mountain landscapes, from snow-capped peaks to lush cloud forests, and witness stunning highlights like Humantay Lake along the way. Each day brings a new scenery and challenge, building up to the unforgettable moment of exploring Machu Picchu — a journey filled with raw nature, adventure, and unforgettable views.

Travel & Accommodation

5 days, 1 country and cities
4 nights accommodation

Meals

4 Breakfasts 3 Lunches 2 Dinners Breakfasts

Activity Level

Moderate

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Day by day itinerary

Cusco
Day 1
Cusco
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Day 1: Cusco

Arrival and briefing Prepare for the trek

Cusco → Salkantay Trek (Humantay Lake)
Day 2
Cusco → Salkantay Trek (Humantay Lake)
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Day 2: Cusco → Salkantay Trek (Humantay Lake)

Start trek from trailhead Hike to Humantay Lake Camp under the stars

Salkantay Trek (High Pass & Valleys)
Day 3
Salkantay Trek (High Pass & Valleys)
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Day 3: Salkantay Trek (High Pass & Valleys)

Cross Salkantay Pass (4,600m) Views of snow-capped peaks Descend into cloud forest region

Salkantay Trek (Llactapata → Aguas Calientes)
Day 4
Salkantay Trek (Llactapata → Aguas Calientes)
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Day 4: Salkantay Trek (Llactapata → Aguas Calientes)

Visit Llactapata ruins First distant view of Machu Picchu Train to Aguas Calientes

Machu Picchu → Cusco
Day 5
Machu Picchu → Cusco
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Day 5: Machu Picchu → Cusco

Guided Machu Picchu tour Return to Cusco

About this trip

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Cusco
  • Humantay Lake
  • Salkantay Pass
  • Vilcabamba Range
  • Collpabamba
  • Llactapata
  • Aguas Calientes
  • Machu Picchu

Travel Highlights

  • Trek the scenic Salkantay route with diverse landscapes
  • Discover Machu Picchu after an adventurous mountain journey