Salkantay is really exceptional, located less than fifty miles northwest of the city of Cuzco in south central Peru.
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days
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
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). Since the trek is carried out at a much lower altitude than the Short 2 day Inca Trail trek you do not need to worry about acclimatization as much, although many people still find themselves short of breath when arriving at Wiñay Wayna so this trek should certainly no
Our classic Salkantay Trek is an alternative to the traditional Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Sacred path is a cutting edge experience for adventure travelers looking for a little more privacy and authenticity.
Departure date: November 6th, 2022 Guide: Henry Soria
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