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Inca Trail - Salkantay Alternative
This supported trek close to the shimmering flanks of Salkantay covers a distance of approximately 80 km over 5 days.
It is a beautiful, though tough walk, with the awesome backdrop of Salkantay, the range's highest mountain, for the first two days.
Along the breathtaking route we experience an impressive sweep of altitudes, from the ice-capped summit of Salkantay down through puna grassland and cloud forest to sub-tropical jungle at just 2,000 metres above sea level.
The trek culminates with a guided tour of the Machu Picchu ruins. This is a great way to trek to the lost Inca City.
Please note: You must be well acclimatised before starting this trek - ie a minimum of 3 nights in Cusco (or higher).
Off the beaten track
With spectacular glacial vistas, we descend through a stunning progression of ecological zones ranging from sparsely vegetated alpine meadows to lush sub-tropical valleys.
A true Andean odyssey, this trek through the dramatic Cordillera Vilcabamba offers a wonderful alternative for those who want to take a less-traveled and exceptionally beautiful route to Machu Picchu.
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Itinerary |
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Day 1 |
Cusco-Mollepata, trek to Soray. Camp |
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Day 2 |
Hike Soray to Chaullhuay, first pass at 4,830m. Camp |
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Day 3 |
Chaullhuay to Playa, camp |
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Day 4 |
Trek from Playa to Aguas Calientes, hostel |
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Day 5 |
Machu Picchu guided tour. Train / bus to Cusco |
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Included
Transfer to trek, large dome tents for 2 people, basic camping mat, dining tent with tables and chairs, kitchen tent, basic toilet facilities & a tap at each camp, English speaking guide, cook and equipment, horsemen and horses (to carry tents, food, cooking equipment and 8kg of personal luggage), meals whilst on trek, first-aid kit, entry and guided tour of Machu Picchu, bus to and from site, train ticket back to Ollantaytambo/ Cusco. |
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Not included
First breakfast, last lunch and dinner, sleeping bag, tips, items of a personal nature, hot spring entry (usd 3), trek entry (usd 10) |
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