Trees for Days
Help us spread love around the world — with trees! Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.
Trees planted for this trip: 5
Salkantay has been dubbed the most spectacular peak in the Peruvian Andes. On this trip, you’ll trek in the shadows of this impressive mountain, interact with its inhabitants, and explore its forgotten ruins. Catch the train to Aguas Calientes for an early-morning visit to Machu Picchu.
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 6
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Help us spread love around the world — with trees! Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.
Trees planted for this trip: 5
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Ripple Score for this trip: 100
Arrive at any time.
Depart Cusco and transfer to the start of the trail to begin the Salkantay Trek. Stunning views and Inca ruins fill the days as you hike with views of the striking snow-capped mountains of Vilcabamba mountain range. Traverse high passes the highest point reaching 4,600m (15,092 ft) before descending into valleys nestled in the mountains. Spend the nights camping under the stars. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and breathtaking views as the trek descends from the heights of the Andes to the lush subtropics surrounding Machu Picchu.
Continue the trek downhill, passing through the town of Collpabamba on the way to Chaullay. Hike along the Sahuayaco River through lush cloud forest to your campsite for the evening, Playa Sahuayaco.
Hike to the Inca site Llactapata, where you can catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu. Catch the train in the afternoon to Aguas Calientes.
Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu then return to Cusco where the tour ends upon arrival.
Hotels (2 nts), camping (2 nts).
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.
Private van, hiking, train.
G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Salkantay CEO on hike.
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