Day 01: Cusco – Challacancha – Soraypampa «Sky Camp» Laguna Humantay – (L, D)
Very early in the morning, around 4:00 a.m., I will pick you up at your hotel. After approximately 2 hours of travel, we will make a brief stop in Mollepata for an optional breakfast. Then, we will head to Challacancha, the starting point of our hike. There, you will meet the team of cooks and horsemen before beginning a moderate 3-hour trek to Soraypampa (3,900 m a.s.l.), where we will spend the first night at our exclusive Sky Camp.
After a well-deserved lunch, in the afternoon, we will embark on a 3 km walk to Humantay Lake (4,200 m a.s.l.). It is a short but challenging route due to the altitude. At the lake, you will have time to enjoy the stunning landscape and take memorable photos. We will then return to camp for a delicious dinner and a magical night under the stars, from the glass roof of your Sky Camp igloo.
Day 02: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Huayracmachay – Chaullay – Collapampa (Mountain Sky View) – (B, L, D)
After breakfast, we tackle the trek’s most challenging milestone: the ascent to Salkantay Pass (4,630 m). We’ll climb the “Seven Serpents,” a winding 7 km trail that rewards your effort with a staggering close-up of the majestic Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m).
Following a revitalizing lunch, the landscape shifts as we descend into the lush cloud forest, where the air turns warm and tropical. This demanding but rewarding day concludes in Chaullay (2,900 m). Here, you’ll enjoy a hearty dinner and a peaceful night’s rest in your Andean cabin, perfectly recharged for the adventures ahead.
Day 03: Collapampa – La Playa – Lucmabamba – Jungle Domos – (B, L, D)
We will wake you up at 6:00 a.m. to enjoy a morning tea and an energizing breakfast before starting our adventure in the tropical jungle.
We will hike towards La Playa, in the Santa Teresa Valley, on a more relaxed route with gentle descents. Along the way, you will enjoy rivers, waterfalls, orchids, and plantations of coffee, bananas, and avocados, filling the path with color and life.
After a delicious lunch in La Playa, we will continue for another hour to Lucmabamba (2,000 m a.s.l.), where we will spend the night at our Jungle Domes camp. There, you can relax, have dinner, and rest, surrounded by the tranquility of the jungle.
Day 04: Lucmabamba – Llactapata – Aobamba – Hidroeléctrica – Aguas Calientes (B, L, D)
After breakfast, we embark on the final day of trekking via an original Inca Trail. A two-hour ascent leads to Llactapata (2,700 m), where you will be rewarded with your first breathtaking view of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu from across the valley.
Following lunch in Aobamba, we reach Hidroeléctrica, where you can choose your final approach to Aguas Calientes:
Scenic Hike: A flat, 3-hour walk along the railway through lush landscapes.
Train Option: A quick ride for an additional USD 40.00.
We conclude the day in Aguas Calientes with dinner at a local restaurant and a restful night in a comfortable lodge.
Day 05: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco (B)
After breakfast, you will head to the bus station to travel to the entrance of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. Finally, you will visit one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and UNESCO World Heritage Site: Machu Picchu.
Once there, you will enjoy a 2-hour guided tour, where you will learn about the history, secrets, and magic of this unique place. After the tour, you will return to Aguas Calientes (lunch not included).
At an appropriate time, you will board the return train to Ollantaytambo between 13:37 and 18:20 hrs (subject to availability). You will be received at the train station and transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
Includes
- Pre – departure briefing
- Experienced guide
- First aid kit
- Private camping equipment
- One duffle bag
- Customer service 24/7
- Personal accommodation in private campsites
- 04 breakfast
- 04 lunches
- 03 dinners
- 01 buffet dinner in Aguas Calientes (3 times)
- Water
- Wake up tea
- Snacks on the trail daily
- 01 cloth snag bag per person
- Products for hygiene
- Private transfer
- Private guided tour to Machu Picchu, languages: English.
- Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco – (Expedition ).
- Roundtrip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
- Personal belongings transportation
- Entrance tickets to: Humantay Lake, Salkantay & to Machu Picchu
Does Not Include
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Sleeping bag
- Walking sticks
- Huayna Picchu mountain
- Machu Picchu mountain
- Train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes
- Personal clothing and gear
- Travel insurance
- Lunch in Aguas Calientes and dinner in Cusco (Day 5)
Net Rates per person in USD – Minimum 02 passangers.
| Trek | Rates |
| Classic Salkantay – 5D/4N | 1045 |
* Upgrade to Vistadome Observatory train (first class): USD 30.00 additional
Terms & Conditions
Please read carefully the following terms and conditions to avoid misunderstandings that may arise days before and/or during the experience, in case you have additional questions please contact us and we will gladly assist you. We want your experience with us to be extraordinary. DMC Peru Agency is not responsible and will not make any refund and/or reimbursement for any misunderstanding.
2.- Rates:
- Rates are valid until December 2026 and are expressed in US dollars (USD).
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice according to availability and rates, please consult with your executive before confirming availability.
- Rates per person are based on 02 passengers, with an additional cost per individual traveler.
- Rates include charges for credit card payments.
- Rates do not apply for Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
Special dates (*)
| Events | Dates | Destinations |
| Holly Week | March 29 to April 05 | Peru |
| Inti Raymi | Jun 22 to 27 | Cusco |
| New Year´s Parties | December 30 to January 02 | Peru |
3.- The programs are quoted in the standard room category of the hotels, for higher categories, please contact us.
4.- It is the responsibility of each passenger to have the required documents for his/her trip, in force (with more than six months of validity after the end of his/her visit to our countries) and in good condition. As a general rule, these include, for each passenger, a passport, identity card, for countries that exceptionally allow entry with this document in replacement of the passport, visas when required, for countries in transit and destination countries, and certificates of certain vaccinations, for countries that require it, the passenger’s travel document must be the same with which he/she confirmed his/her reservation.
5.- Check-in and check-out times are set by each hotel. In general, rooms are available for check in from 3:00 PM and check out must be before 12:00 PM. Later departures may mean additional charges, it is important to follow the recommendations of the assistant who accompanies you at the time of check in at the hotel and/or ask at the hotel the respective schedules in case it is not published at the front desk.
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7.- Triple rooms in some destinations and hotels are composed of 2 double beds, which requires sharing these beds.
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9.-It is strictly forbidden to engage in conduct that interferes with the safety and comfort of the other participants of the group, such as the consumption of drugs and alcohol. The use of female or male escorts (prostitution) is not tolerable within a trip, the use of minors for this type of services is penalized by the authorities. DMC PERU AGENCY protects the integrity of minors and adolescents.
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In order to improve the tourists’ experience, the order of the excursions may vary.
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