Tours/Cusco/Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days
Viator · group up to 8 pax

Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days

4.9(204)Cusco1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(204)

Description

This unique tour is perfect for adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts alike, offering an unforgettable journey that combines challenging trekking across the breathtaking Ausangate mountain range with the exploration of sacred Inca trails leading to the legendary Machu Picchu. Ideal for those who crave both physical and spiritual discovery, this adventure immerses you in the stunning contrasts of Peru’s rugged landscapes and ancient traditions, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience for those looking to truly connect with the Andean world.

Tour Options

Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Emergency horse (Soraypampa - Chaullay)
Vegetarian meal options available
Private transportation from Cusco to Mollepata (Challacancha)
Professional bilingual tour guide
Pre briefing session at 17 pm in our office 2 days before your activity day
Entrance ticket to Salkantay and Machu Picchu
Hotel with private room and bathroom in Aguas Calientes, breakfast included
Transportation Lucmabamba - Hydroelectric Station (just for the equipment and everyone's bag)
First aid kit and oxygen bottle
Tea and snack time every day
Horseman and mules (up to 7kg) for customer's personal equipment
Sky Domes in campsites 3 nights
Tourist train ticket from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo, and bus to Cusco Historic Center.

What's included

Included
Emergency horse (Soraypampa - Chaullay)
Vegetarian meal options available
Private transportation from Cusco to Mollepata (Challacancha)
Professional bilingual tour guide
Pre briefing session at 17 pm in our office 2 days before your activity day
Entrance ticket to Salkantay and Machu Picchu
Hotel with private room and bathroom in Aguas Calientes, breakfast included
Transportation Lucmabamba - Hydroelectric Station (just for the equipment and everyone's bag)
First aid kit and oxygen bottle
Tea and snack time every day
Horseman and mules (up to 7kg) for customer's personal equipment
Sky Domes in campsites 3 nights
Tourist train ticket from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo, and bus to Cusco Historic Center.
Not included
Breakfast of the 1st day and lunch of the last day in Aguas Calientes ($30.00 each meal)
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes ($12.00)
Sleeping Bag ($20.00)
Train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes

Pickup Locations & Times

Please wait for us in the lobby of your hotel. Our guide will pick you up and escort you to the transportation to start the activity.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Reviews(204)

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K8126BCjasont
August 8, 2026
Great Adventure

Giancarlo was our guide and he was great. We had such an amazing time and enjoyed the sweeping landscapes of mountains, rivers, and wildlife on the trek. Made great friends with our group and had some amazing food from our cook.

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emmanuellel636
August 8, 2026
Once in a life time experience !!

Once-in-a-lifetime experience, which I don’t think I could have made possible without the constant support, help, and encouragement of our guide, Henry Quintano, and our excellent cook, Samuel. A huge thanks to both of them !!!

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alicelK7239XG
August 8, 2026
Buenos Dias buenos Dias

An amazing expérience that I would recommend at 100%. The guide, Henry Quintano, is very friendly and patient with us. He was the best guide I had ever have and the staff also ! The atmosphere is incredible and landscapes beautiful ! The food was very good, thank to our cook : Samuel !!

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950lassem
August 5, 2026
The Highlight of Our Peru Trip

We had an amazing experience on the 5-day Salkantay Trek with Xtreme Tourbulencia. The scenery throughout the trek was absolutely breathtaking, and everything was well organized from start to finish. A special thank you to our guide, Dario. He was incredibly kind, patient, and always made sure everyone in the group was doing well. He shared lots of interesting information about the mountains, nature, local culture, and the Inca history along the way. His explanations at Machu Picchu really made the visit even more meaningful and helped us appreciate the site so much more. The trek was challenging but very rewarding, and we always felt well looked after. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable way to experience the Salkantay Trek and Machu Picchu. Thank you, Dario(and Christian), for making it such a memorable adventure!

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jensjV9376QX
August 3, 2026
Four fantastic days on the classic Inca trek

We had a fantastic experience. The Incatrekket is characterized by unique cultural and natural experiences. The trip was tough, but we saw our guide Giancarlo and our wild porters “stand on their toes” to help and support us 24/7. Giancarlo was also a very knowledgeable and inspiring mediator of Inca culture.

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927flors
July 28, 2026
Machu Picchu Experience

Joel and Albert were excellent guides, as was the rest of the team (porters, cooks, etc.) thank you

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Meander55291559286
July 28, 2026
Machu Picchu Experience

Joel and Albert, you were very good at guiding, very professional.

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leonardopZ3378LP
July 27, 2026
A dream acomplished!!!

Excellent experience! guided for Joel and Albert. Both súper qualified, proposittives, friendlies and very humans

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P386DYlaurencel
July 21, 2026
A first trekking experience in Peru that was exceptional.

Five days where we were taken care of from morning to night with exceptional dedication. The camping areas were welcoming and the food was always top-notch. A big thank you to Joël Huillca, our guide, always present, who knew his itinerary by heart and who was a mine of enriching information throughout this trek!! I recommend him, a very beautiful experience!

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W6370BWsabinab
July 19, 2026
Great experience

The Inca Train was an unforgettable experience! The tour was amazing from start to finish. A very special thank you to our guide, Raul. He was absolutely outstanding, friendly, knowledgeable, passionate, and always willing to help. He truly made this experience even more memorable. The entire team was fantastic, and the food was delicious as well. Everything was well organized, and the service exceeded our expectations. Thank you to everyone for such an incredible adventure. I highly recommend the Inca Train!

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