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5-Day Salkantay Trek Tour to Machupicch: Mollepata, Aguas Calientes and Llactapata | 11 Meals Included
5-Day Salkantay Trek Tour to Machupicch: Mollepata, Aguas Calientes and Llactapata | 11 Meals Included
5-Day Salkantay Trek Tour to Machupicch: Mollepata, Aguas Calientes and Llactapata | 11 Meals Included

5-Day Salkantay Trek Tour to Machupicch: Mollepata, Aguas Calientes and Llactapata | 11 Meals Included

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Tour Code: 457111
5-Day Salkantay Trek Tour to Machupicch: Mollepata, Aguas Calientes and Llactapata | 11 Meals Included-map
Departure City Departure City
Cusco
End City End City
Cusco
Duration Duration
5 days
Language Language
English Live, Spanish Live
Tour Themes Tour Themes
Natural Landscapes, Walking Tours, Stays with Stories
Guide Type Guide Type
Guided Tour
Group Size Group Size
Small Group
Activity Level Activity Level
Strenuous

Highlights

Trek to Soraypampa with stunning views of Humantay and Salkantay mountains
•  Reach Aguas Calientes and enjoy free time to explore and relax in hot springs
•  Explore the ceja de selva jungle crossing Lluskamayo River and discovering waterfalls
•  Discover Machu Picchu's key sites including Intihuatana and Temple of the Sun

Itinerary

D1
Salkantay Trek to Soraypampa Camp
Salkantay Trek Camp or similar
B: Excluded, L: Included, D: Included

humantary lake

D2
Salkantay Trek Through the Mountains
Salkantay Trek Camp or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Salkantay Trek

D3
Salkantay Trek Through the Cloud Forest
Salkantay Trek Camp or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Salkantay

D4
Salkantay Trek to Llactapata and onto Aguas Calientes
Accommodation is not included or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included

Machu Picchu

D5
Machu Picchu - Cusco
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

The Archeological Site in Machu Picchu

Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

What’s Included

Includes
  • 4-night hotel accommodations
  • Professional bilingual tour guide
  • Transportation from Cusco to Soraypampa
  • Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. This train ticket is Expedition Train; the train leaves Aguas Calientes station at 15h20, but can be upgraded to the Vistadome class for $ 50.00 per person.
  • Entrance fee to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
  • Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back
  • Transportation from Poroy train station to your hotel in Cusco
  • 3 breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 4 Dinners
  • First Aid kit
Excludes
  • Evacuation: in the event of a serious medical injury, we will coordinate with your travel insurance company to arrange evacuation. Travel insurance.
  • Accommodation in Aguas Calientes.
  • Meals and drinks other than those mentioned in the itinerary (Please let us know if you would like any extra meals included.)
  • Optional excursions
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature such as souvenirs and telephone calls
  • Personal equipment such as trekking equipment.
  • Damages caused by the client to the bus or to the camping equipment.
  • Camping equipment such as sleeping bag or walking stick
  • Personal porter who is responsible for carrying your duffel bag. (You will not have access to your duffel bag until your evening campsite).

Cancellation Policy

    The packages are non-refundable since they require entrance tickets for the visit to Machu Picchu. 

    Special Notes

    Q&A:
    What is the minimum age of the activity? 

    7 years old
    Do you rent equipment out? Please specify details 
    Sleeping bags - $35.00
    Inflatable mattress - $25.00
    Walking Sticks - $20.00
    Extra 7 kgs for Belongings - $70.00
    Can you recommend any accommodations to stay at before or after the trip? 
    The extra night in Hotel Jose Antonio (twin, double, single room) $ 95.00 per room per night Av. Pardo Paseo de los Héroes 1080, Cusco 08002.
    What is the cost for the additional transfers pre and post-trip? 
    Cusco Airport to Hotel Jose Antonio $15.00 per transfer (max 4 pax) 
    When is the best time to visit Peru? 
    The best time to visit Peru is during the dry season, between May and October, which sees sunny days, bright blue skies in the Andes, and chilly nights. It is a wonderful time to be in Peru, especially if you plan to go on a trek, but being the peak season, early booking is crucial.
    Visitors will notice more rain between November and April, with the wettest months being January and February. Travel at this time does offer the advantage of fewer visitors, greener scenery, and some lower rates for flights and hotels. 
    Which airport should I fly to/from?
    Lima
    Do you offer luggage storage? 
    Yes, the Jose Antonio Hotel has a luggage room, at no additional cost. 
    Do I carry all my own luggage? 
    Only the necessary for the 5-day trek, the rest of the luggage can be left at the hotel. 
    If camping, do you include all camping equipment? 
    Yes, it included:
    Dining room equipment includes tables, chairs, and a dining tent.
    Complete set of kitchen equipment and utensils.
    One tent for every 2 people. (If you would like your own personal tent for sleeping, there would be an additional charge). 
    What fitness/experience do I need? 
    Level 3 of 5
     Is water included for free? If not, where do they get water from? 
    Purified water during the trek, (excluding the first 4 hours of the hike). 
    Emergency kit carried by leader:
    First aid kit and oxygen bottles for emergency
    Satellite phone  
    Kit list:

    • Your passport (mandatory) and your student ID card, if you used your ISIC Card to make the purchase.
    • Information about your personal travel insurance and information about your flight times.
    • Cash money, as in many of the places we visit debit cards or credit cards are not accepted.Waterproof clothing for rainy days, and warm clothes for cold weather.
    • Long pants, long sleeve sweaters and shirts, and comfortable hiking footwear.
    • Changes of clothes appropriate for the number of days that you are travelling. Preferably lightweight clothes.
    • Warm gloves, a wide-brimmed hat, a bathing suit and a small towel.
    • Sandals and personal hygiene items.
    • Sun block, sunglasses, head-mounted flashlight, and belt pouch.
    • Insect repellent cream, and anti-bacterial towels or gel.
    • Small first aid kit. Bring your doctor's prescriptions if you are taking any medications.
    • Re-usable water bottle and waterproof backpack.
    • Camera with spare cards and batteries.

    Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
    The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
    This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

    Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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