5 Days 4 Nights Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Overview

Day by day itinerary

We will start the adventure in the city of Cusco at 4:30 am. From there, you will travel to MOLLEPATA for breakfast. Then continue to SORAYPAMPA, 3,900 meters above sea level. This will be the perfect time for you to contemplate Salkantay Mountain. You will walk through high landscapes full of unique flora and fauna. On the second day you will reach the highest point of trekking: 4,630 meters above sea level. From there, you will see glaciers, deep valleys and snow-capped peaks. Then you will descend into the cloud forest, with its warm and humid climate. On the third day, you will reach CHAULLAY and cross jungles with waterfalls and tropical plantations. Hopefully, you'll see exotic birds and wild orchids. You will enjoy a well-deserved rest. You will spend the night near Santa Teresa, surrounded by nature. Follow the route to LLACTAPATA, an archaeological site with breathtaking views of Machu Picchu. You will walk through tropical forests and hidden landscapes of the Andes. Then you will continue to the AGUAS CALIENTES HYDROELECTRICITY along a path by the river. When you reach AGUAS CALIENTES, you will rest near the Inca citadel. The last day will start early with a heartwarming breakfast. You will climb towards the entrance to Machu Picchu for a full guided tour. The tour guide will explain the history, architecture and secrets of the sanctuary. Finally, you will finish the tour and return to Cusco by train and bus. The Salkantay Trek 5 Days 4 Nights combines mountain, jungle and Inca legacy. Connect Salkantay with Machu Picchu authentically and challengingly. You will walk about 74 km on this route.