Trek Salkantay a Machupicchu 4D/3N

DAY 1: CUSCO – MOLLEPATA – SORAYPAMPA OR SALKANTAYPAMPA (L) (D)

We leave Cusco very early, passing the picturesque villages of Izcuchaca and Limatambo, and after a 3 hours, we arrive to the village of Mollepata at approximately 9am.  After a break there, we continue on to Cruzpata where we will meet with our horsemen and mules and where we will start our adventure, hiking towards Salkantay Mountain and on to Soraypampa.  Along the way, we will take lunch with a panoramic and impressive view of the valley that will lead us to Mollepata village.  After a rest, we continue, with an appreciative view of the snow-topped Umantay Mountain located at 5460 meters above sea level.  Finally, we will arrive to our first campsite known as Soraypampa located at 3850 m.a.s.l.. On a clear night, it is a resplendent view, camping on the skirts of the Umantay Mountain.

DAY2: SORAYPAMPA – CHAULLAY- CCOLPAPAMPA (B) (L) (D)

After a good breakfast prepared by our expert chefs, we start the most important part of the trek (other than Machu Picchu).  Leaving around 6:30 am, we cross the Salkantay prairie with Umantay on our left side, along with Salkantay, and start ascending to the highest point of our trek,  Salkantay Humantay pass at 4500 m.a.s.l..  Here we can see the snow-capped peaks and glaciers of Salkantay, and after a rest at the highest point, start our descent, with appreciative waterfalls, changed vegetation common to the area full of bamboo and  a variety of birds and animals such as lamas and alpacas. We will pass the town of Chayllay, continuing to the second campsite called Collpapampa located at 2800 m.a.s.l..

DAY 3: COLLPAPAMPA – SANTA TERESA – AGUAS CALIENTES (B)(L)

After breakfast, we start our 3rd day early to see waterfalls, fruit trees (such as mandarin, oranges, bananas and granadillas), a variety of fauna and flora (like orchids), and then arrive to our lunch spot at Sawayaco.  After a rest, we continue our trip in transport until Santa Teresa, located at 1900 meters, and then to Hidroelectrica where we catch the afternoon train that will take us to Aguas Calientes town.  From there we will get set up into respective hotels, with the evening to check out many touristic restaurants, the hot springs located 10 minutes from the main plaza and a large hand-craft market, if interested.

DAY 4: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU-CUSCO (B)

After breakfast in the hotel, we walk to the bus station to take the 30 minute bus ride up the hill to the Machu Picchu entrance (2400m), with opportunity to see the sun rise and to take advantage of this time without many other tourists.  The guided tour of the famous Incan temples includes main plazas, the circle tower, Solar sundial, living quarters, Temple of the Three Windows and the cemeteries of Machu Picchu.  Afterwards, you will have free time to explore and take more photos before catching a bus back down the hill to Aguas Calientes.  You will then take the train back to Cusco.

Note:  there is option to climb Waynapicchu Mountain, but it must be booked in advance at an extra fee, as there are limited daily spaces.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Complete information of the tour given previously to the trip in a briefing with you guide.
• Touristic transport to the start of the trek (Mollepata – Cruzpata).
• Professional English / Spanish guide
• Meals according to the program
• Vegetarian (or allergy-related) menus for no extra charge
• Chef and assistant chef
• Horsemen & assistant horsemen, pack-mules (to carry food, tents, and kitchen equipment)
• Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, cooking and dining tents)
• Transport to Playa – Santa Teresa – Hidroeléctrica
• Train tickets Hidroeléctrica – Aguas Calientes
• Machupicchu entrance ticket.
• Bus Ticket Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes
• One night hostel in Aguas Calientes
• First Aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
• Return train ticket in Tourist class Aguas Calientes / Ollantaytambo /Poroy.
• Transfer to Hotel

PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• First breakfast
• Last lunch and dinner
• Sleeping bag (we can rent quality down sleeping bags if needed)
• Extra horses (Extra mules can be arranged to carry up to 20 kilos)
• Waynapicchu Mountain entrance (can be reserved in advance)
• Walking Stick (we can rent if needed)
• Entrance tickets to hot springs, tips.

What You Should Bring!

• Original Passport (for check-in to the points)
• Day backpack
• Plastic bag to cover backpack
• Sleeping bag (we can rent)
• Clothing for both cold and warm weather
• Warm clothing and rainproof
• Waterproof and warm jackets and/or rain poncho
• Hiking shoes or boots
• Hiking pants
• Shirts
• Mosquito repellant or insect repellent
• Walking stick (we can rent)
• Sunhat,
• Sun block,
• Disinfectant hand gel
• Towel + toilet paper
• Water bottle and sterilizing water tablets
• Personal medication
• Camera with extra batteries
• Plastic bag to cover camera
• Flashlight or head-lamp
• Small personal snacks (chocolate bars, candies, granola bars, dried fruits and nuts)
• Extra spending money in Soles (for Hot Springs, drinks, tips, etc).

FOR GROUP SERVICE ( Minimun 4 People):

Sale $ 595.00 USD

PRIVATE SERVICE:

STUDENT DISCOUNT:

$20 off per person

Discounts:

1. Students: Those who have the ISIC card valid, in the event that you book under a student rate with this benefit, you will need to bring the original card (not a copy) to show it at the control points throughout the route.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

As you see in our Additional Items under Trip Overview, there are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices, but check our Overview section for more details.

Upgrades

Huaynapicchu: $20 per person
Vistadome Train (Round Trip): $65 per person
HOTEL INCLUDED:
Marco Wasi (or similar)
This is a  hotel and is based on sharing a room – either double, matrimonial or triple. There is a single room surcharge if you are booking alone of $30 US per person. Rooms all include private bathrooms with hot showers and wifi. We can also upgrade your hotel if you prefer something a little fancier. Please remember that the service you receive in Aguas Calientes will not be quite as good as Cusco. Below is a list of possible upgrade options, but we can work with most hotels in Aguas Calientes.

Casa Andina: $40 US pp shared ($110 for a single)
Casa del Sol: $60 US pp shared ($150 for a single)
Tierra Viva: +$60 US pp shared (+$150 for a single)
El Mapi: +$70 US pp shared (+$170 for a single)

HOW TO BOOK

It’s always a good idea to contact us directly and confirm with our team before your booking. Once you are ready, please fill in our Booking Form and pay the Deposit according your Invoice.. Our office will email you back that day with your confirmation. We always send out confirmations, so if you don’t hear from us, check your spam or contact our offie and we will resend.

Rentals

• Hiking poles pare – US$20.00
• Bag Pack – US$35.00
• Sleeping bag – US$35.00
• Extra Horse USD150.00