Forget the Inca Trail and hike to Machu Picchu along the higher and more beautiful Salkantay Trail! Embark on a challenging 4-day trek along the alternative Salkantay route, crossing over a 4,650 meters high pass where you can marvel at the Salkantay and Humantay peaks standing over 6,000 meters high. Hike along this unspoiled trail, passing through the villages of Soraypampa and Santa Teresa, to discover indigenous mountain communities. See the 'Lost City of the Incas' in the early morning light after having spent time in the town of Aguas Calientes. Highlights: -Hike among 6,000m Andean peaks -Cross snowy high passes with incredible views -Reach the comfort of Aguas Calientes town -See the Machu Picchu site as it opens with a guide
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 10.
*Please note that there is a mandatory pre-departure briefing at our Cuzco Headquarters one day prior to departure at 6 PM. You will receive detailed information on your excursion, a list of what to bring and confirm your departure details. Meeting time: 6 PM Bamba Experience is located at: Calle Matara 242, Second Floor. Cuzco, Peru Emergency Contact: Ruth: +51 984 008 440
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
4-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu lasts about 4 days.
Prices start at $810 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays and Saturdays, starting at 5:30 AM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Yes, pickup is offered. *Please note that there is a mandatory pre-departure briefing at our Cuzco Headquarters one day prior to departure at 6 PM. You will receive detailed information on your excursion, a list of what to bring and confirm your departure details. Meeting time: 6 PM Bamba Experience is located at: Calle Matara 242, Second Floor. Cuzco, Peru Emergency Contact: Ruth: +51 984 008 440 Pickup points include Hotel Museo Cusco, Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Melia.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bamba Travel.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 4-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu | 4 days | 4.7 (36) | $810 | |
 4-Day Short Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp Stay | 4 days | 5.0 (3,932) | $720 | View |
 4-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Vistadome Train | 4 days | 5.0 (759) | $598 | View |
 Classic 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: Small Group Hike | 5 days | 5.0 (5,401) | $760 | View |
 Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu | 5 days | 5.0 (1,491) | $1,270 | View |
 Salkantay Premium Private Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days 4 Nights | 5 days | 5.0 (89) | $1,920 | View |
 Inca Trail 4-Day Trek to Machu Picchu – Return by Vistadome Train | 4 days | 5.0 (11,645) | $835 | View |
