Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days


Salkantay is really exceptional, located less than fifty miles northwest of the city of Cuzco in south central Peru.


The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days is the number one alternative to the Inca Trail and the classic one, with high snow-capped mountains, lowland jungle and a visit to the Inca Jungle. This trek offers a perfect mix of trekking, culture and nature.

Tour: Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days


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Inca Trail in 2 days

Inca Trail in 2 days

This trek is often known as the two day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, the Sacred Inca Trail to Machu Picchu or the Camino Real de los Incas.

Inca Trail in 2 days by Carmen Elvira

Inca Trail in 2 days by Carmen Elvira

Tour: Shor Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2 days 
Passengers: Carmen Elvira Mendoza, Begoña Fernández Martinez, and Laura Pérez Arviza 
Guide: Fredy Chauca 
Depature: Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018  

Short Inca Trail in 2 days leaving on Sep 8 2018

Short Inca Trail in 2 days leaving on Sep 8 2018

This itinerary is rated moderate and should only be undertaken by people who are fairly fit and take regular exercise. The trek starts at 2100m (KM 104) and climbs to 2700m (Wiñay Wayna) before descending to 2400m (Machu Picchu).


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