Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu
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Price per person
FromUSD $518
Cancellation Policy
This service is not refundable. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
Description
Salkantay Trek takes you off the beaten path. Spend 5 days exploring glacier mountains, picturesque lakes such as Humantay and Salcantay Lake, and passes through the Amazon jungle, making this one of the most beautiful and interesting treks in all of Peru.
Reviews
4.6
based on 40 reviews
Total opinions and ratings from PlanTrip
5 stars
25
4 stars
15
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Ratings by service
Guide
4.5
Value for money
4.6
Organization
4.5
Safety
4.5
Vinicius U.
Florianopolis, BRAs a couple
4.0/5
Recomendo, sabendo o que esperar. Usamos uma experiência noturna única nos Mountain Sky Huts / Skydome o tempo todo e funcionou perfeitamente. Voltamos a Epic Hike no dia seguinte por conta própria. Muito bom para uma primeira vez na cidade. A única ressalva: o grupo era maior do que imaginávamos.
Guide5.0Value for money4.0Organization3.0Safety4.0
Belen O.
Neuquen, ARSolo traveler
4.0/5
Recomendable
Estuvo bueno, con altibajos. Se agradece que venga con transporte Cusco â Salkantay inicio. Se puede hacer sin experiencia previa, te explican todo antes. Se respetó al minuto el horario de regreso. El wifi que prometían no funcionaba. Con esos detalles arreglados sería un 10.
Guide5.0Value for money4.0Organization3.0Safety4.0
1 people found this helpful
Laura P.
New York, USWith family
5.0/5
Absolutely worth every penny. We went back to Cusco on our own the next day. It costs more than going alone, but it saves you all the planning. One of the best things we have booked online.
Guide5.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0Safety5.0
Elena B.
Valencia, ESWith friends
4.0/5
Muy buena experiencia en general. Comparé precios antes de reservar y esta era la opción más conveniente. Lo de Caminhada fue el momento del día. El audio se cortaba en un par de tramos. Lo recomendaría igual.
Guide4.0Value for money5.0Organization5.0Safety4.0
7 people found this helpful
Harry P.
Leeds, GBAs a couple
4.0/5
Good experience
Good experience, with one thing worth knowing beforehand. Ideal if you want a day out of the city. Cusco justifies the early start. For what we paid, it is exceptional value. I would have preferred less transfer time and more time on site. A good experience on balance.
Guide4.0Value for money4.0Organization5.0Safety4.0
Sofia L.
Tucuman, ARAs a couple
5.0/5
Vale cada centavo
Terminamos el día hablando de lo bien que había estado. El tiempo en Machu Picchu fue suficiente para disfrutarlo de verdad. El guía se acordaba del nombre de todos, un detalle que se agradece. De lo mejor que contratamos por internet.
Guide4.0Value for money5.0Organization4.0Safety4.0
Frequently asked questions about this tour
- What is included in Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu?
- Entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel. Guide (EN / ES ). Transport Cusco â Salkantay start. Transport Ollantaytambo â Cusco. Campsites. Unique night experience on Mountain Sky Huts / Skydome. Hotel at Aguas Caliente. 4 breakfast / 4 lunches / 4 dinners. Bag of 5kgs of camping equipment carried by horses during the trek. Shared Group Rate
- What is not included in Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu?
- Bus Aguas Caliente to Machu Picchu (Consettur). First day breakfast. Last day Lunch & Dinner. Snacks / Personal Water. Personal Sleeping bags (Rental Cost $20). Ingreso a Mollepata - Huamantay Lagoon (20 soles). Return train ticket (Want to skip the last walk? If you're feeling weary on the final day. choose comfort with a scenic train ride back. Just add your train ticket on the booking process)
- What is the cancellation policy for Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu?
- This service is not refundable. If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
- Where does Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu take place?
- Salkantay Trek: Epic Hike to Machu Picchu is booked on PlanTrip for the destination Cusco. The product page lists the price, inclusions and how to complete the online reservation.
Highlights
- Cus-04 : Salkantay Trek - Epic Hike to Machu Picchu
Important
The availability of tickets for entry to Machu Picchu may affect the availability of this tour. Please get in touch with us for more information (+51 983 187 354).
The circuit number depends on availability at the date we receive your passport information
Please note that a guide is included only for Circuit #2 at Machu Picchu. If Circuit #2 is not available on your desired dates, you have the option to hire a private guide directly at Machu Picchu.
Depending on the progress or the weather, the order of activities may change to optimize the smooth running of the day.
Depending on the season, some campsites ask to pay little extra for hot water
When booking an activity to visit Machu Picchu, we strongly recommend to book your tour in advance to secure your tickets to be purchased online to avoid any inconvenience. The availability of tickets for entry to Machu Picchu may affect the availability of this tour.
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Important: Machu Picchu Ticketing Policy:
When booking the one-day tour to Machu Picchu, we strongly recommend securing your reservation well in advance online to avoid any inconvenience.
1. How it Works The Peruvian Ministry of Culture offers two purchase methods:In-person Purchase (Last minute): For late bookings, a government quota is sold only on-site in Aguas Calientes on a first-come, first-served basis.
Online Pre-sale (Advance): Spots are limited. We recommend booking 3â4 months in advance. For Circuit 2 (most requested), 4â6 months is often required.
2. Our Reservation Process Upon receiving your passport information, we immediately check the official platform:If Pre-sale is available: We secure your tickets immediately, prioritizing Circuit 2, NEXT 1, NEXT 3. Note that some Circuit 1 or 3 tickets may only be available with an extra mountain hike (additional cost).
If no Pre-sale is available: The purchase must be made in person in Aguas Calientes on Day 4 of your tour. We will must take a transport the day 4 (not included) to arrive early at Aguas Caliente.
3. On-site Purchase Risks If tickets must be bought on-site in Aguas Caliente the day before, please note the following:Sold Out Risk: If daily quotas are reached, an extra night in Aguas Calientes may be required to try again the next morning (not included).
Timing & Return: Late entry times may prevent you from catching the standard return bus. In this case, a return train or an additional night will be necessary (not included).
We advise planning your Machu Picchu visit well in advance to minimize these risks and ensure a pleasant and stress-free experience.
The circuit number depends on availability at the date we receive your passport information
Please note that a guide is included only for Circuit #2 at Machu Picchu. If Circuit #2 is not available on your desired dates, you have the option to hire a private guide directly at Machu Picchu.
Depending on the progress or the weather, the order of activities may change to optimize the smooth running of the day.
Depending on the season, some campsites ask to pay little extra for hot water
When booking an activity to visit Machu Picchu, we strongly recommend to book your tour in advance to secure your tickets to be purchased online to avoid any inconvenience. The availability of tickets for entry to Machu Picchu may affect the availability of this tour.
----------------------------------
Important: Machu Picchu Ticketing Policy:
When booking the one-day tour to Machu Picchu, we strongly recommend securing your reservation well in advance online to avoid any inconvenience.
1. How it Works The Peruvian Ministry of Culture offers two purchase methods:In-person Purchase (Last minute): For late bookings, a government quota is sold only on-site in Aguas Calientes on a first-come, first-served basis.
Online Pre-sale (Advance): Spots are limited. We recommend booking 3â4 months in advance. For Circuit 2 (most requested), 4â6 months is often required.
2. Our Reservation Process Upon receiving your passport information, we immediately check the official platform:If Pre-sale is available: We secure your tickets immediately, prioritizing Circuit 2, NEXT 1, NEXT 3. Note that some Circuit 1 or 3 tickets may only be available with an extra mountain hike (additional cost).
If no Pre-sale is available: The purchase must be made in person in Aguas Calientes on Day 4 of your tour. We will must take a transport the day 4 (not included) to arrive early at Aguas Caliente.
3. On-site Purchase Risks If tickets must be bought on-site in Aguas Caliente the day before, please note the following:Sold Out Risk: If daily quotas are reached, an extra night in Aguas Calientes may be required to try again the next morning (not included).
Timing & Return: Late entry times may prevent you from catching the standard return bus. In this case, a return train or an additional night will be necessary (not included).
We advise planning your Machu Picchu visit well in advance to minimize these risks and ensure a pleasant and stress-free experience.
