7-Day Cusco Adventure Trekking Salkantay

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Day 1: Cusco – Soraypampa

Pass By: Sacred Valley of the Incas, 0051 Peru
The group is picked up at different hotels to begin a 4 hours bus ride into the Sacred Valley. In Mollepata, where the tour starts, we will subdue horses for our expedition to the Mighty Salkantay (they will be carrying our camping equipments). Afterwards we will be ascending the mountain of Saillapata for lunch. Later we set our campsite in Soraypampa (at around 5:00pm).

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp

Day 2: Soraypampa - Chaullay

Pass By: Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu Peru
Early in the morning we begin a 3 hours trek up to the highest point of the entire expedition, The Salkantay Pass (4.600 m). From there, we reach Wayracpunku for a delicious picnic. The journey will then continue into the high jungle and its beautiful nature. This trek is 5 hours until our campsite in Chaullay.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp

Day 3: Chaullay - Santa Teresa

Pass By: Intipuncu, Machu Picchu Peru
After breakfast we will be going to Lucmabamba and walk towards the ruins of Llaqtapata (an ancient watchpoint for the Machu Picchu and its surrounding mountains). Later we will have lunch at this amazing location and have access to lodging on the site (with hot water and accommodations). You will have the rest of the afternoon to enjoy the breathtaking view over the Machu Picchu and explore the ranch.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp

Day 4: Santa Teresa – Aguas Calientes

Pass By: Urubamba River, Sepahua Peru
The next morning we go down to Ahobamba river where our bus awaits us. Those who reserved in advance and wants additional adrenaline can sign up for Ziplining or go into the famous hot springs of Cocalmayo (30$/each). The rest of the group will be meeting near Hidroelectrica. After relaxing in the hammocks, we continue along train tracks leading directly through the great jungle of Aguas Calientes. At night we join together in a local restaurant for diner and have a briefing about our next day.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camp

Day 5: Inca Trail – (Sun's Gate) – Aguas Calientes

Pass By: Salkantay Trail, Peru
Early in the morning (6:00am) the guide brings you to Chachabamba. Passing over a refreshing waterfall we get to the ruins of WinayWayna. After lunch we continue towards Inti Punku (Puerta del Sol) to enter a majestful scenery of the entire Machu Picchu village. We will be taken the bus back to Aguas Calientesfor the night

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 6: Machu Picchu - Cusco

Pass By: Banos Termales de Cocalmayo, 4 Km from Santa Teresa, Santa Teresa Peru
We get ready at 4:00am to climb to Machu Picchu just in time to see the spectacular sunrise (additional bus tickets can be organized)! The group will then follow the guide in the Inca citadel for a 2 hours tour. Later, passengers that reserved in time will be visiting Huayna Picchu (usually 1 month is mandatory) and the others the Old Mountain on the opposite side. At the end of the day (18h20) you catch your train to Cusco and transfert at Ollantaytambo for a bus ride. 

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 7: End of The Tour

Pass By: Conde Travel Adventures, Av Ayahuayco Mza O Lote 5, Cusco 08002, Peru
You wake up in your confortable hotel's bed and are free to require our service for your next destination.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
  • 3x Breakfast
  • 4x Dinner
  • 4x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 4 nights
  • round transportation
  • Camping equipments
  • 1 night hotel in Cusco
  • 2 nights in Aguas Calientes
  • Round-trip transfer to Cusco hotel/airport
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Bus down (Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes) on day 5
Not included
  • Extra activities such as : Ziplining & Hot Springs ($30/each)
  • Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu on day 6 ($12/way)
  • Special equipment like sleeping bags or walking sticks (respectively 20$ / 15$
  • Hotel upgrades from 2 stars (can be managed through this channel
  • Meals (lunch and dinner) in Cusco
  • Extra horse to carry your personal belongings
  • Personal expenses
  • International Flights Tickets
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • A good amount of walking is involved
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not prohibited for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Tourism
65% Cultural
40% Sport
30% Aquatic
30%
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