This is a shorter alternative to the classic 5-day Salkantay trek, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the magic of the Andes.
Perfect for those who want to enjoy a wide variety of landscapes, from the tropical jungle to the snowy peaks.
Places to visit
Salkantay Trek and Machupicchu 4 Days
The Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu for 4 days is the second most popular route to get to Machupicchu after the Classic Inca Trail, it is one of the most spectacular treks.
Throughout the tour you will be able to appreciate the Humantay lagoon, the snow-capped mountains, the cloud forest, the coffee plantations and finish the walk in the Inca Citadel of Machupicchu.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa.
- Camp in Soraypampa.
- Day 2: Soraypampa – Abra Salkantay – Chaullay.
- Camp in Chaullay.
- Day 3: Chaullay – La Playa – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Visit to Machupicchu and return Cusco city.
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Tourist transport Cusco – Mollepata.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Camping equipment.
- One night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Transportation by bus Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Guided tour in Machupicchu.
- Entrance to Machupicchu.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes – Olantytambo.
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
- Oxygen, first aid kit.
- Trekking poles.
- Snack and/or drinks not mentioned.
- Entrance to the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain.
- Tips.
It is important to take into account that passengers arrive in Cusco at least two days before to acclimatize and do the trekking. You can do practice tours such as 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 shirts (Thermo Skin).
- 01 thermal wool 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).
Salkantay Trail and Machupicchu
4 days 3 nights | Group ServiceSalkantay Trek and Machupicchu 4 Days
Tour Details
Places to visit
Cusco - Mollepata - Soraypampa - AbraSalkantay - Chaullay - LaPlaya - Hidroeléctrica - AguasCalientes - MachupicchuSalkantay Trail and Machupicchu
4 days 3 nights | Group ServiceSalkantay Trek and Machupicchu 4 Days
The Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu for 4 days is the second most popular route to get to Machupicchu after the Classic Inca Trail, it is one of the most spectacular treks.
Throughout the tour you will be able to appreciate the Humantay lagoon, the snow-capped mountains, the cloud forest, the coffee plantations and finish the walk in the Inca Citadel of Machupicchu.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa.
- Camp in Soraypampa.
- Day 2: Soraypampa – Abra Salkantay – Chaullay.
- Camp in Chaullay.
- Day 3: Chaullay – La Playa – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Visit to Machupicchu and return Cusco city.
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Tourist transport Cusco – Mollepata.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Camping equipment.
- One night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Transportation by bus Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Guided tour in Machupicchu.
- Entrance to Machupicchu.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes – Olantytambo.
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
- Oxygen, first aid kit.
- Trekking poles.
- Snack and/or drinks not mentioned.
- Entrance to the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain.
- Tips.
It is important to take into account that passengers arrive in Cusco at least two days before to acclimatize and do the trekking. You can do practice tours such as 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 shirts (Thermo Skin).
- 01 thermal wool 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).
- Trekking poles.
- Snack and/or drinks not mentioned.
- Entrance to the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain.
- Tips.
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The Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu for 4 days is the second most popular route to get to Machupicchu after the Classic Inca Trail, it is one of the most spectacular treks.
Throughout the tour you will be able to appreciate the Humantay lagoon, the snow-capped mountains, the cloud forest, the coffee plantations and finish the walk in the Inca Citadel of Machupicchu.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa.
- Camp in Soraypampa.
- Day 2: Soraypampa – Abra Salkantay – Chaullay.
- Camp in Chaullay.
- Day 3: Chaullay – La Playa – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Visit to Machupicchu and return Cusco city.
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Tourist transport Cusco – Mollepata.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Camping equipment.
- One night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
- Transportation by bus Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Guided tour in Machupicchu.
- Entrance to Machupicchu.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes – Olantytambo.
- Transportation from Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
- Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
- Oxygen, first aid kit.
- Trekking poles.
- Snack and/or drinks not mentioned.
- Entrance to the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain.
- Tips.