Salkantay Expedition

Upon arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, a representative and transport will pick you up to transfer you to the selected hotel.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel.

Free day to enjoy the city of Cusco.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel with breakfast included.

Depart from Cusco towards Soraypampa, the starting point of your hike, with a previous stop in the town of Mollepata. Already in Soraypampa (3,868 m.a.s.l. / 12,690 feet), the team will be waiting for you to begin the ascent to the Salkantay pass (4,638 m.a.s.l. / 15,213 feet). From the highest point, the view of the peaks of the Vilcabamba mountain range is impressive, while the south face of the Salkantay glacier rises above you. With some luck, you may observe some Andean condors gliding elegantly in the sky. Rest and recharge with that unique energy of the apus and get ready for the descent to Wayracmachay where you will have lunch. Continue descending in altitude along the left bank of the Salkantay river, while you notice how the puna landscape fills with shades of green, a sign that you are entering the cloud forest or wet forest. The air begins to become warmer, butterflies appear fluttering near orchids and the route fills with life until your arrival at the camp in Andenes (2,889 m.a.s.l./9,481 feet). There you will be served dinner and can rest.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Today is a day to enjoy a somewhat less demanding but very interesting path. The route runs along the Santa Teresa river valley, passing through more populated rural areas. As you progress, appreciate diverse plantations and learn about some local products such as bananas, passion fruit, avocado and coffee. After lunch on the trail, you will walk two more hours until you meet the private vehicle that will be waiting to transfer you to the start of the Inca Trail (approximately 30 minutes travel). From this point, you will head to the last camp of your adventure in Lucmabamba. In the evening, the family hosting you will give a demonstration of delicious local coffee. After dinner, spend the night at the camp.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

A new ascent not as demanding as the first day awaits you today. Begin by walking two or three hours to the Llactapata pass (2,735 m.a.s.l. / 8,974 feet) and then descend to the archaeological site of the same name. From there, you will have an impressive view on the horizon of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu mountain; an angle that few travelers have the opportunity to admire. Lunch is served at a nearby viewpoint, where you can still see the Inca citadel. After that, continue hiking to the Aobamba river, surrounded by lush bamboo forests, orchards and coffee plantations. Finally, arrive at the Hidroeléctrica train station to board the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes to spend the night at your hotel before heading to Machu Picchu the next day.
One night accommodation in Machu Picchu at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

In the morning, head to the Aguas Calientes bus station. From here, you will take a 25-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. The archaeological site is believed to have been built around 1450 by Inca Pachacútec as his vacation residence. However, a century later, the city was abandoned following the Spanish conquest, escaping the destruction that reached other Inca settlements. Instead, the jungle slowly swallowed its stone constructions and hid them, protecting them. During the guided tour, learn about the origins of this impressive citadel, featuring its most outstanding monuments such as the main plaza, royal rooms, temple of the three windows, circular towers, the sacred clock and cemeteries. At the end of the tour, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train back to Ollantaytambo station. From there, a private vehicle will take you to your hotel in Cusco.
You will enjoy a delicious lunch menu at Café Inkaterra with a unique view of the Vilcanota river. This restaurant combines Andean cuisine and architecture with contemporary trends, creating a meal with an original and fusion style flavor.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

Free day to enjoy the city of Cusco.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel with breakfast included.

A representative and transport will take you from the selected hotel to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco.
Breakfast included.