From Cusco: 4-Day Salkantay Trek with Meals & Accommodation
ID: GYG838740-1328471
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Paese: Peru
Durata:
4 giorni
Descrizione
Discover the 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. Hike to Humantay Lake, cross Salkantay Pass, explore lush cloud forests, and experience the ancient Inca citadel with a professional local guide.
4-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu
Experience an unforgettable adventure through the Peruvian Andes. Discover turquoise lakes, snow-capped peaks, tropical forests, and traditional coffee-growing areas before reaching the magnificent Machu Picchu.
Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake
Your adventure begins with an early pickup in Cusco at approximately 4:30 AM. Travel through beautiful Andean landscapes to Mollepata, where you will enjoy breakfast before continuing to the trailhead.
Begin your hike toward Soraypampa (3,800 m), surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. After lunch, continue uphill to Humantay Lake (4,200 m), famous for its turquoise waters and impressive snow-capped peaks.
Enjoy time to admire the scenery and take photographs before returning to camp for dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Collpapampa
Wake up with a warm cup of coca tea or coffee before beginning one of the most exciting sections of the trek.
Hike approximately 3 hours to Salkantay Pass (4,630 m), the highest point of the route. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Andean mountains and glaciers.
Continue downhill for approximately 3 hours to Wayracmachay, where you will stop for lunch.
In the afternoon, descend through changing landscapes, from rocky mountain trails to lush cloud forests, until reaching Collpapampa or Chaullay (2,770 m). Enjoy dinner and overnight at camp.
Day 3: Collpapampa – Lucmabamba – Hydroelectric Station – Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, hike through the tropical Santa Teresa Valley, passing waterfalls, wooden bridges, and plantations of coffee and tropical fruits.
Discover the natural beauty of the cloud forest and learn about local coffee-growing traditions as you make your way toward Lucmabamba.
Continue toward the Hydroelectric Station, with the transfer available separately, then follow the railway-side trail for approximately 3 hours to Aguas Calientes.
Upon arrival, check into your hotel and rest before your visit to Machu Picchu.
Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Start early and head to Machu Picchu for the highlight of your adventure.
Enjoy a guided visit to the famous Inca citadel, discovering its fascinating history, impressive stone architecture, temples, and agricultural terraces. Explore the areas permitted by your assigned entrance circuit.
After the tour, return to Cusco according to your selected transportation option.
Overland Return: Walk from Aguas Calientes to the Hydroelectric Station, then take the road transfer to Cusco. The bus transfer is available at an additional cost.
Train Return: Take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, followed by a road transfer to Cusco. This option is available for an additional fee.
Return transportation, Machu Picchu admission, and optional services are paid separately as specified in the booking details.
Punti salienti
- Hike to Humantay Lake and admire its brilliant turquoise waters
- Cross Salkantay Pass at 4,630 m with breathtaking Andean views
- Explore lush cloud forests, waterfalls, and tropical valleys
- Discover local coffee plantations along the Santa Teresa Valley
- Visit Machu Picchu and explore the ancient Inca citadel with a guide
Lingue guida
INCLUSO
- Pre-trek briefing at our Cusco office at 5:00 PM the day before departure
- Duffel bag for up to 7 kg of personal belongings
- Professional bilingual trekking guide (English and Spanish)
- Experienced chef and complete cooking equipment
- Pack horses to carry 7 kg of luggage and camping equipment
- Hotel pickup from Cusco's historic center
- Private transportation to the Salkantay trailhead
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, and afternoon snacks
- Afternoon tea with popcorn, marshmallows, chocolate, and coffee
- Morning coca tea served at camp
- 2 nights in trekking accommodation and 1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes
- Personal sleeping mat and pillow
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu, subject to the assigned entrance circuit
- Vegetarian and vegan meals available upon request
- First-aid kit, emergency oxygen, and communication equipment
- Free luggage storage during the trek
NON INCLUSO
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket: USD 50, subject to official availability. Please check with the tour operator.
- Lunch on the final day of the trek.
- Huayna Picchu Mountain entrance and guide service.
- Humantay Lake entrance fee: PEN 20 per person.
- Trekking pole rental: USD 20 for the entire trek.
- Sleeping bag rental: USD 20 for the entire trek.
- Drinking water for refilling bottles.
- Hot showers at campsites: PEN 10.
- Wi-Fi at campsites: PEN 5–10.
- Transfer from Lucmabamba to the Hydroelectric Station.
- Overland return from the Hydroelectric Station to Cusco: USD 15.
- Optional train return to Cusco via Ollantaytambo: additional USD 100.
- Optional activities and personal expenses.
- Tips for the guide, chef, and horse handlers are voluntary.
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
