Salkantay Trek in 5 days


The Salkantay Trek 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.


Tour: Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu in 5 days


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Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2 days

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2 days

The 2 Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is great for people without time to hike the full Inca Trail. Covering a distance of just 12 km, the 2 Day Inca Trail is challenging which makes it the perfect Inca Trail vacation for families and those on a tight schedule.

Salkantay Trek in 5 days - Zac Fischer - Santiago

Salkantay Trek in 5 days - Zac Fischer - Santiago

Santiago was amazing, very knowledgeable and professional. I am very pleased by his services so was Edgar and Ignacio food was delicious

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2 days

Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 2 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


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