SALKANTAY TREK TO MACHU PICCHU

7Nights/ 8 Days

From 1400.00 PER Person

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.

You’ll arrive at Santa Teresa – the backdoor of Machu Picchu – where you’ll catch the train to Aguas

Calientes for an early-morning visit to Machu Picchu.

DAY 1 CUSCO

Arrive at any time.

DAY 2 CUSCO

Full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins along with a visit to a Planeterra

weaving project in a local community. Visit the Planeterra-supported Sacred Valley Community

Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco, an indigenous village for lunch. Shopping opportunities at a local market

before returning to Cusco.

DAY 3 CUSCO /SALKANTAYPAMPA

Transfer to the start of the trail and begin the Salkantay Trek. Stunning views and Inca ruins fill the days

as the hike past the striking peaks of Salkantay, Humantay, and Ausangate, among others. Several high

passes are traversed, including the highest at Tocto, reaching 4,900m (16,076 ft) before descending into

valleys nestled in the mountains. Nights are spent 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.

DAY 4 SALKANTAYPAMPA/ANDENES

During the second day of the Salkantay Trek reach the highest point of the trek and enjoy the breathtaking

views of Umantay and Apu Salkantay.

DAY 5 CHAULLAY/ SAHUAYACO

Continue the trek, passing through the town of Collpabamba en route to Lucmabamba.

DAY 6 SAHUAYACO/ AGUAS CALIENTES

The final day of trekking leads to Santa Teresa. Catch the train in the afternoon to Aguas Calientes.

DAY 7AGUAS CAAALIENTES /CUSCO

Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu. Optional visit to the Inca Bridge and return to Cusco in the

evening.

DAY 8 CUSCO

Depart at any time.

Package includes:

Cusco Tourist Ticket

Guided tour of Sacred Valley and visit to a Planeterra-supported women's weaving co-op, and

lunch at the Planeterra-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosqo, an

indigenous village

Trek on the Salkantay route to Machu Picchu with local guide, cooks, and porters (4-day)

Planeterra-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Salkantay Trek

Guided tour of Machu Picchu

All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners. (Allow USD95-125 for meals not included.)

Private van, hiking, train.

Local guide throughout.

Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 6

Hotels (4 nts), camping (3 nts).

Package exclude:

Travel insurance, highly recommended.

Airfare other than specified.

Meals other than specified.

Personal expenses.

Departure taxes.

Tips to guides, drivers, hotel porters, etc.

For Reservation:

888 S. Greenville Ave. Suite 130

Richardson, TX 75081

Phone : 972-889-8747

Fax : 972-889-0577

E-mail: ustraveldfw@gmail.com