Salkantay Trek 4 Days


Tour Details

Type Service Group Service
Frequency March to january
Disponibility Everydays
People per group 16 persons
Tour difficulty Exhausting
Tour duration 4 Days 3 Nights

Places to visit

Cusco Mollepata Soraypampa Chaullay Collpapampa La Playa Santa Teresa Hidroeléctrica Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu
Tour Price

Salkantay and Inca trail

4 Days 3 Nights | Group Service
from $690.00 per person

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    Salkantay Trek 4 Days

    If you have little time to visit Machu Picchu and love the walks, Salkantay trek 4 days and 3 nights is what you are looking for your adventure!

    Make your trip to Machu Picchu an unforgettable experience by taking the Salkantay route, the best alternative route to reach the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Salkantay is one of the most important Apus or sacred mountains of the Inca Period, next to the Ausangate.

    We will visit an archaeological center and we will be in close contact with the flora, fauna and ecological floors of the area.

    Beautiful and diverse landscapes expect to be discovered by you; Typical Andean landscapes, snowy mountains, tropical forests and finally the exuberance of the jungle.

    The highest point of the trek is the snowy Salkantay where you will conquer the impressive view of the Valley of Mollepata.

    Awake the mountain man that is in you encamped in the skirts of the Nevado Humantay Mountain sister of the Salkantay.

    Make this a complete adventure and make the longest Zip Line in all of South America and then enjoy the tropical paradise of the Therapeutic medicinal baths of Santa Teresa, a group of hot and transparent volcanic waters.

    Do not miss the best route to get to Machu Picchu, Salkantay.

    1. Day 1 Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Chaullay

      This adventure begins very early in the morning. We will meet at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. to go to the village of Soraypampa arriving approx. 7:00 a.m. to the starting point of our hike. It is time to start our journey through the snowy Salkantay at approximately 11:00 am (4 600 masl) We will celebrate our arrival in El Paso with a small ceremony of thanks to the Pacha Mama, (Mother Earth) and we will offer sweets And Coca Leaves.

      The view towards the majestic snowy is spectacular. We will cross the road in full daylight so we will not forget to wear dark glasses for sun, we will not feel cold. At a steady pace we will arrive at Huayracpampa (1:00 p.m) to regain our strength and fill our energy with lunch. The reward is in the trip, we continue with the walk until the town of Challhuay or to the outskirts of Qolpapampa, according to the rhythm of the group. It’s time to rest, tea time will be between 5 p.m. (tea, coffee, milk, chocolate, mate, pop corn, cookies, wantan) and dinner at 7 p.m.

      Food: Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

    2. Day 2 Challhuay - Collpapampa - La Playa - Santa Teresa

      The breakfast waits to continue with the walk until the “Beach”. The route will be full of nature, tropical plants such as coffee, orange, bananas and avocados. We will have opportunity to eat granadillas, and see diversity of orchids. Lunch time will be at noon and we will be able to rest to go to Santa Teresa by local transport.

      This is a place where we will bathe in hot springs from the volcanoes, the water is clean and transparent. We will make this unforgettable experience by inviting you to make a zip line, we will give a talk after dinner if you want to participate.

      Meals: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

    3. Day 3 Santa Teresa - Hidroeléctrica - Aguas Calientes

      The VILCANOTA river is one of the main rivers of Peru, which is part of the Amazon Basin. After breakfast, we will walk for 40 minutes until we reach this river that crosses the sacred valley of the Incas. We will make our way for about 2 hours in the direction of the hydroelectric to discover the Urubamba river valley.

      The immense cataract that emanates from the mountain of Machu Picchu, will be the right place where we will have our lunch. A great stamp to take you to souvenir in photographs. Relive your spirit of traveling traveler by walking along the side of the train tracks. This road will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes where we will make a mandatory stop to rest in a hotel or comfortable hostel.

      You can choose the option of taking the train from the hydroelectric to Aguas Calientes (cost is USD $ 18.00, not included in the package) or walk for 3 hours towards the same address. Meet coatis, fruit trees, Orchids and the popular Cock of the Rocks that awaits you on this path.

      Meals: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

    4. Day 4 Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

      Today we will know one of the wonders of the world and have to get up early (4 a.m.) After breakfast we must be ready at 6:00 am. To ascend by bus to the mythical citadel of Machu Picchu. We will not miss any details with the guide information for 2 ½ hours. Write your own experience walking freely inside the Sanctuary, take photographs, selfies or just rest.

      It may be opportunity to climb to Wayna Picchu, mountain to climb inside the site, not included in the package. (You can consult with the guide). Make sure you have enjoyed it to the fullest before returning. We will arrange a meeting in the village of Aguas Calientes to deliver the train tickets to arrive at the station in Poroy. Upon arrival Transfer will be waiting to pick you up and direct you to your hotel for a well-deserved rest. Do not miss out on all that Salkantay-Machu Picchu can offer you.

      Meals: Breakfast.

    What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
    • Pick up from the airport / bus Pick up at your hotel: At the time indicated by the passenger.
    • Informative talk: We will meet with you one or two days before your tour at your hotel to provide you with details about the trek.
    • Professional guide: English and Spanish for the entire adventure tour and Machu Picchu.
    • Transportation: Pick up in the morning in private transportation from your hotel at the agreed time to the starting point of the walk.
    • Personal tent: 02 people per tent, in tents with capacity for 04 people for greater comfort and so that they can place their backpacks.
    • Personal tent: 02 people per tent, in tents with capacity for 04 people for greater comfort and so that they can place their backpacks.
    • Inside the tent: Matra or Isolation.
    • Entrance tickets: Salkantay and Machu Picchu.
    • Cargo horse: 6 kilos carries personal belongings of the Passenger.
    • Assistant guide: From 9 passengers.
    • Food: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, snacks and lunches.
    • Description of meals: pancakes, tortillas, soups, fresh fruits, avocados, pasta, chicken, meat, rice, salads, all rich in carbohydrates to replenish energy lost during the ride, hot drinks like coca tea, altitude sickness.
    • Alarm clock: </ strong> Every morning the cook will serve you a tea inside his personal tent. </ li>
    • Tea time: Every evening, an hour before dinner, the cook will put on the table popcorn, cookies, coffee, chocolate and different types of companions.
    • Snack: 3 sandwiches, one day, a local fruit, another day chocolates, another day Cookies or an energy bar accompanied by sweets, which will be delivered at the beginning of each walk.
    • Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
    • First aid kit: Includes oxygen balloon.
    • Train tickets: Expedition (tourist train), you can request the panoramic view train increasing USD 35.00 per ticket.
    • Transportation: Pick up from Ollantaytambo or Poroy station to your hotel in Cusco.
    • Personalized service 24 hours a day: During your stay in Cusco and Peru, our staff will provide you with personalized attention 24 hours a day. Emergency 984766436.
    • Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
    What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
    • Breakfast on the first day: You can have it at the hotel or in Ollantaytambo at the Huatakay buffet restaurant.
    • Lunch and dinner on the last day: You can have lunch in the city of Aguas Calientes.
    • Sleeping bag: you must bring a 4-season bag, if you cannot rent it in our offices, it will cost USD $25.00 (pen -15 ° C).
    • Canes: If you don’t have them, you can rent a pair at our offices for USD $20.00, Leki and Diamond brand.
    • Tips: By agency staff.
    • Enter Huayna Picchu (plus USD $15.00).
    What do we recommend to bring on this tour?Items we recommend to bring.

    It is important to keep in mind that passengers arrive in Cusco at least two days before to acclimatize and do the trekking. You can do practice tours like visiting the city and the Sacred Valley, these are gentle rides at considerable heights.

    For this route it is also recommended to bring the following:

    • 02 Long-sleeved T-shirts (Thermo Skin).
    • 01 thermal fleece jacket.
    • 01 hunting coat.
    • 01 snow jacket
    • 01 Trekking pants
    • 02 pairs of socks
    • 02 pairs of underwear
    • 01 sun hat
    • 01 rain covers (waterproof and others)
    • 01 scarf
    • 01 sunglasses

    Mountain boots

    • 01 pair of trekking shoes that support the ankles

    hygiene kit

    • 01 towel for personal hygiene
    • 01 biodegradable soap
    • Toilet paper
    • 01 A personal cleaning kit (toothbrushes, toothpaste and other essential items).
    The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
    What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
    • Breakfast on the first day: You can have it at the hotel or in Ollantaytambo at the Huatakay buffet restaurant.
    • Lunch and dinner on the last day: You can have lunch in the city of Aguas Calientes.
    • Sleeping bag: you must bring a 4-season bag, if you cannot rent it in our offices, it will cost USD $25.00 (pen -15 ° C).
    • Canes: If you don’t have them, you can rent a pair at our offices for USD $20.00, Leki and Diamond brand.
    • Tips: By agency staff.
    • Enter Huayna Picchu (plus USD $15.00).


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        • Activity Level Exhausting
        • Group Size Medium Group
          16 persons
        All about the Salkantay Trek 4 Days.

        If you have little time to visit Machu Picchu and love the walks, Salkantay trek 4 days and 3 nights is what you are looking for your adventure!

        Make your trip to Machu Picchu an unforgettable experience by taking the Salkantay route, the best alternative route to reach the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Salkantay is one of the most important Apus or sacred mountains of the Inca Period, next to the Ausangate.

        We will visit an archaeological center and we will be in close contact with the flora, fauna and ecological floors of the area.

        Beautiful and diverse landscapes expect to be discovered by you; Typical Andean landscapes, snowy mountains, tropical forests and finally the exuberance of the jungle.

        The highest point of the trek is the snowy Salkantay where you will conquer the impressive view of the Valley of Mollepata.

        Awake the mountain man that is in you encamped in the skirts of the Nevado Humantay Mountain sister of the Salkantay.

        Make this a complete adventure and make the longest Zip Line in all of South America and then enjoy the tropical paradise of the Therapeutic medicinal baths of Santa Teresa, a group of hot and transparent volcanic waters.

        Do not miss the best route to get to Machu Picchu, Salkantay.

        The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
        What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
        • Pick up from the airport / bus Pick up at your hotel: At the time indicated by the passenger.
        • Informative talk: We will meet with you one or two days before your tour at your hotel to provide you with details about the trek.
        • Professional guide: English and Spanish for the entire adventure tour and Machu Picchu.
        • Transportation: Pick up in the morning in private transportation from your hotel at the agreed time to the starting point of the walk.
        • Personal tent: 02 people per tent, in tents with capacity for 04 people for greater comfort and so that they can place their backpacks.
        • Personal tent: 02 people per tent, in tents with capacity for 04 people for greater comfort and so that they can place their backpacks.
        • Inside the tent: Matra or Isolation.
        • Entrance tickets: Salkantay and Machu Picchu.
        • Cargo horse: 6 kilos carries personal belongings of the Passenger.
        • Assistant guide: From 9 passengers.
        • Food: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, snacks and lunches.
        • Description of meals: pancakes, tortillas, soups, fresh fruits, avocados, pasta, chicken, meat, rice, salads, all rich in carbohydrates to replenish energy lost during the ride, hot drinks like coca tea, altitude sickness.
        • Alarm clock: </ strong> Every morning the cook will serve you a tea inside his personal tent. </ li>
        • Tea time: Every evening, an hour before dinner, the cook will put on the table popcorn, cookies, coffee, chocolate and different types of companions.
        • Snack: 3 sandwiches, one day, a local fruit, another day chocolates, another day Cookies or an energy bar accompanied by sweets, which will be delivered at the beginning of each walk.
        • Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
        • First aid kit: Includes oxygen balloon.
        • Train tickets: Expedition (tourist train), you can request the panoramic view train increasing USD 35.00 per ticket.
        • Transportation: Pick up from Ollantaytambo or Poroy station to your hotel in Cusco.
        • Personalized service 24 hours a day: During your stay in Cusco and Peru, our staff will provide you with personalized attention 24 hours a day. Emergency 984766436.
        • Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
        What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
        • Breakfast on the first day: You can have it at the hotel or in Ollantaytambo at the Huatakay buffet restaurant.
        • Lunch and dinner on the last day: You can have lunch in the city of Aguas Calientes.
        • Sleeping bag: you must bring a 4-season bag, if you cannot rent it in our offices, it will cost USD $25.00 (pen -15 ° C).
        • Canes: If you don’t have them, you can rent a pair at our offices for USD $20.00, Leki and Diamond brand.
        • Tips: By agency staff.
        • Enter Huayna Picchu (plus USD $15.00).
        1. Day 1 Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - Chaullay

          This adventure begins very early in the morning. We will meet at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. to go to the village of Soraypampa arriving approx. 7:00 a.m. to the starting point of our hike. It is time to start our journey through the snowy Salkantay at approximately 11:00 am (4 600 masl) We will celebrate our arrival in El Paso with a small ceremony of thanks to the Pacha Mama, (Mother Earth) and we will offer sweets And Coca Leaves.

          The view towards the majestic snowy is spectacular. We will cross the road in full daylight so we will not forget to wear dark glasses for sun, we will not feel cold. At a steady pace we will arrive at Huayracpampa (1:00 p.m) to regain our strength and fill our energy with lunch. The reward is in the trip, we continue with the walk until the town of Challhuay or to the outskirts of Qolpapampa, according to the rhythm of the group. It’s time to rest, tea time will be between 5 p.m. (tea, coffee, milk, chocolate, mate, pop corn, cookies, wantan) and dinner at 7 p.m.

          Food: Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

        2. Day 2 Challhuay - Collpapampa - La Playa - Santa Teresa

          The breakfast waits to continue with the walk until the “Beach”. The route will be full of nature, tropical plants such as coffee, orange, bananas and avocados. We will have opportunity to eat granadillas, and see diversity of orchids. Lunch time will be at noon and we will be able to rest to go to Santa Teresa by local transport.

          This is a place where we will bathe in hot springs from the volcanoes, the water is clean and transparent. We will make this unforgettable experience by inviting you to make a zip line, we will give a talk after dinner if you want to participate.

          Meals: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

        3. Day 3 Santa Teresa - Hidroeléctrica - Aguas Calientes

          The VILCANOTA river is one of the main rivers of Peru, which is part of the Amazon Basin. After breakfast, we will walk for 40 minutes until we reach this river that crosses the sacred valley of the Incas. We will make our way for about 2 hours in the direction of the hydroelectric to discover the Urubamba river valley.

          The immense cataract that emanates from the mountain of Machu Picchu, will be the right place where we will have our lunch. A great stamp to take you to souvenir in photographs. Relive your spirit of traveling traveler by walking along the side of the train tracks. This road will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes where we will make a mandatory stop to rest in a hotel or comfortable hostel.

          You can choose the option of taking the train from the hydroelectric to Aguas Calientes (cost is USD $ 18.00, not included in the package) or walk for 3 hours towards the same address. Meet coatis, fruit trees, Orchids and the popular Cock of the Rocks that awaits you on this path.

          Meals: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, tea time and Dinner.

        4. Day 4 Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

          Today we will know one of the wonders of the world and have to get up early (4 a.m.) After breakfast we must be ready at 6:00 am. To ascend by bus to the mythical citadel of Machu Picchu. We will not miss any details with the guide information for 2 ½ hours. Write your own experience walking freely inside the Sanctuary, take photographs, selfies or just rest.

          It may be opportunity to climb to Wayna Picchu, mountain to climb inside the site, not included in the package. (You can consult with the guide). Make sure you have enjoyed it to the fullest before returning. We will arrange a meeting in the village of Aguas Calientes to deliver the train tickets to arrive at the station in Poroy. Upon arrival Transfer will be waiting to pick you up and direct you to your hotel for a well-deserved rest. Do not miss out on all that Salkantay-Machu Picchu can offer you.

          Meals: Breakfast.