Tours/Cusco/Alternative Inca Trail - Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days, 4 Nights
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Alternative Inca Trail - Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days, 4 Nights

5.0(2)Cusco1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

This is a great alternative Inka Trail to Machu Picchu. with this trip you’ll cross beautiful Andean places and we have the opportunity to observe Condors and Alpacas in their natural habitat. On this trip you will reach the beautiful and great Salkantay Mountain (6271 m), you can take a bath in natural hot springs from the depths of the earth, to see the Condor, various fruit trees and a variety of orchids, even better you can try the Peru tastiest coffee, enjoying the beautiful view of Machu Picchu from our campsite. Salkantay trek is one of the greatest attractions of Cusco. The Cordillera Vilcabamba, where the massif of Salkantay is located, it’s a beautiful and secluded area, dominated by the Apu Salkantay it has many high snowy peaks, such as Tucarhuay (5,910 m.s.n.m.), the Veronica (5,682 m.s.n.m.) and Huacayhuilca (5,361 m.s.n.m.), among others, where you will meet new friends and Visiting the most important place of the route the Santuary of Machu Picchu

Tour Options

SALKANTAY (RETURN BY TRAIN)
  • Pickup included
SALKANTAY RETURN BY BUS
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo Train Station
Transport from Cusco to Challacancha
Camping equipment (tents, matras, etc)
Accomodation in Sky Lodge Domo
Cheff, horseman
First aid kit and oxigen bottle
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
Bus from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco city
Professional tour guide
Transport from Hidroeléctrica to Cusco (for people who dont take the train option).

What's included

Included
Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo Train Station
Transport from Cusco to Challacancha
Camping equipment (tents, matras, etc)
Accomodation in Sky Lodge Domo
Cheff, horseman
First aid kit and oxigen bottle
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
Bus from Ollantaytambo train station to Cusco city
Professional tour guide
Transport from Hidroeléctrica to Cusco (for people who dont take the train option).
Not included
First breakfast, last lunch, snacks, etc
Tips, gratitudes
Entrance ticket to the Hot Spring (Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes)
Sleeping bag (you can rent with us for 15 dollars for all the nights)
Entrance Ticket to Humantay Lake (10 soles or 3.3 dollars)
Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain (USD 25.00 per person)

Pickup Locations & Times

It is important to provided us the name and address of the hotel to pick up you from the hotel

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • 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(2)

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Shakti_K
October 17, 2025
5 Day Salkantay Survival to Machu Picchu

Great trek!!! My guides from KB Travel- Richardo and Raul were phenomenal through out the 5 day trek. Also, Ruth from libertrek Peru travel was amazing coordinating, Machu Picchu ticket, bus return ticket etc. and lastly my guide to Machu Picchu Richard was pretty knowledgeable about the history and its significance to world 7 wonders. Highly recommended!!

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johanrO4994CI
July 30, 2025
Awesome tour

One of the most wonderful experiences of my trip to Cusco was having the support of Libertrek Agency. From the beginning of the tour, they provided us with personalized attention, excellent organization, and a warm, caring approach. I especially want to highlight Mr. Christian, who was an essential part of the team—always helpful, attentive, and highly professional. Thanks to him and the entire Libertrek team, we felt supported and safe throughout the journey. I fully recommend Libertrek to anyone looking for an authentic, well-guided, and stress-free experience in Peru. Thank you for making this trip truly unforgettable!

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