Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5-Day

Highlight of the day: Witnessing the gigantic Salkantay Mountain.
Highlight of the Day: Conquer the high-altitude Salkantay Pass and witness the drastic landscape shift from icy Andean peaks to the lush Amazonian cloud forest.
Sunrise & High-Energy Start: Wake up at dawn to stunning views of Apu Salkantay, sip traditional coca tea, and enjoy a nutritious breakfast.
Ascent to Salkantay Pass: Take on the famous 3-hour trek (7 km / 4.35 mi) up the steep, winding “Path of the 7 Snakes” to reach the highest point of the trek, Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft).
Glacial Views & Sacred Apus: Stand face-to-face with Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m / 20,574 ft), the second-highest peak in the Cusco region and a sacred Inca deity (Apu), while admiring panoramic views of Mount Humantay, Tucarhuay, and Pumasillo.
Descent to Huayracmachay: Hike down a rocky, scenic mountain trail (7 km / 4.35 mi) to Huayracmachay (3,850 m / 12,631 ft) for a freshly prepared, energizing lunch.
High-Jungle & Cloud Forest Trek: Continue a 3.5-hour hike (9.5 km / 5.9 mi) into the warm high jungle (ceja de selva), where the ecosystem abruptly shifts into vibrant rainforest, native flora, and unique wildlife.
Mountain Sky View Night: Arrive at Collpapampa, enjoy a rich gourmet dinner, and rest in our exclusive Mountain Sky View dome campsite.

Highlight of the Day: Enjoy an immersive Andean organic coffee tour and relax overnight in luxury Jungle Domes surrounded by tropical nature.
Santa Teresa Valley Trek: Start at 6:00 AM with warm tea and breakfast before hiking through the Santa Teresa Valley, passing rivers, waterfalls, orchids, and tropical fruit plantations with chances to spot the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock (Peru’s national bird).
Interactive Coffee Tour: Private transfer from Zona Propiedad to La Playa for a hands-on coffee experience—harvest, roast, grind, and brew your own fresh organic coffee.
Super Jungle Domes Check-In: Continue by private transport to Lucmabamba (2,000 m / 6,562 ft) to settle into exclusive Super Jungle Domes and savor a chef-prepared high-jungle lunch.
Optional Cocalmayo Thermal Baths: Spend the afternoon relaxing at camp or take an optional excursion to the famous Cocalmayo Hot Springs in Santa Teresa.
Gourmet Jungle Dinner: Enjoy a restorative dinner at camp before falling asleep to the peaceful sounds of the Andean cloud forest.

Highlight of the Day: Enjoy your first panoramic view of the Machu Picchu Citadel and Huayna Picchu from the ancient Incan site of Llactapata along an original section of the Inca Trail.
Original Inca Trail Climb: Start with an energizing breakfast before embarking on a 2-hour uphill hike along an authentic Inca Trail, taking in views over the scenic Santa Teresa Valley.
Llactapata Archaeological Site: Reach Llactapata (2,700 m / 8,858 ft) directly across the valley from Machu Picchu. Explore the ruins with your guide, discover Incan history, and capture photos of the citadel from a rare perspective.
Descent to Aobamba & Lunch: Hike 1.5 hours downhill toward the Aobamba Valley for a freshly prepared lunch, followed by a short walk to the Hidroeléctrica station (1,800 m / 5,906 ft), site of Cusco’s historic hydroelectric waterfall.
Scenic Railway Walk or Optional Train: Complete the final leg via a flat 3-hour jungle walk along the railway tracks to Aguas Calientes (optional train ride available), passing Intihuatana, the sacred Incan sundial stone.
Hotel Check-In & Evening Dinner: Check into your comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes and gather for dinner at a local restaurant to prepare for tomorrow’s guided tour of Machu Picchu.

Highlight of the Day: Fulfill your dream of exploring the iconic Machu Picchu Citadel—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Early Morning Bus Ascent: Wake up before dawn to catch an early bus from Aguas Calientes, arriving as the gates open at 6:00 AM to beat the crowds and catch the warm morning light over the ancient stone ruins.
Guided Machu Picchu Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive 2-hour guided tour of the Incan sanctuary, exploring principal temples, agricultural terraces, sacred plazas, and ancient aqueducts while learning about Incan architecture and engineering.
Optional Summit Hikes: Choose an optional high-altitude climb up Huayna Picchu Mountain (2,720 m / 8,924 ft) or Machu Picchu Mountain (3,000 m / 9,843 ft) for panoramic, bird’s-eye views of the entire citadel (requires advance booking).
Scenic Return Train & Transfer: Head back down to Aguas Calientes for lunch before boarding the Vistadome or Expedition train to Ollantaytambo, followed by a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel in Cusco.