View allStunning scenery the whole trek. You definitely won't go hungry on this trip, all meals and snacks are provided.
Ron, traveled in June
Best price guarantee Learn More
- Platinum Operator
- TreXperience
- Hiking & Trekking
- Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English, Spanish
- Group Size 2 - 16
- Ages 12+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Challenge yourself and hike the Salkantay Trail
- Admire the serene natural beauty of the Sacred Valley
- Celebrate your victory with 'that' photo of Machu Picchu
- Trek through the picturesque scenery of the Andes
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Cusco – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Salkantaypampa
- Day 2 Salkantaypampa – Wayracmachay – Collpapampa
- Day 3 Collpapampa – Llucmabamba – Llactapata
- Day 4 Llactapata – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes
- Day 5 Explore Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 16 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Customer Photos
Operated by
TreXperience
Number of tours
49
Age Range
1 to 80 years old
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
100%
We are a 100% local tour operator and our aim is to maximize the positive...
Read moreSustainability Initiatives
Reduce Carbon Emissions
Animal Welfare
Supporting Destinations
Sustainability Programs
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Everardo· September 7th, 2025Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishIt is a very challenging but satisfying experience. The landscapes are amazing and the team of cooks, guides, logistic people make your time very pleasant, I highly recommend it!Show moreTrip date: September 2025
- Wout· August 11th, 2025Amazing tour with perfect guides. Recommended to everyone!Show moreTrip date: August 2025
- ARAlexandru· June 23rd, 2025I highly recommend this track; it is of medium-high difficulty, but all basic facilities are provided. The food was great, and the guided tour was amazing and really knowledgeable. And a big big plus, always clean toiletsShow more
Trip date: June 2025 - carlos· June 9th, 2025The tour was more than I expected, and Julio Conde, our mountain guide was the perfect person to take us on that journey. He as knowledgeable in every aspect of this the tour, and kept us all feeling safe and in good hands (even thought we are big boys). The food was amazing, restaurant quality, and food portions were more than enough to keep us all very satisfied while out there day after day. The entire staff was professional, courteous, friendly. If I ever get back out for another hike in Peru, I want the same people / team taking care of me again. Thank you Julio for making this experience a magical and life changing experience.Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- SHSusan· December 22nd, 2024The tour was amazing. We had a smaller, more intimate group and an amazing Guide "Roger" who was very knowledgable of all the areas we journeyed. You could tell he really was passionate about his work and loves what he does. The landscapes were stunningly beautiful and different day to day. The food was amazing and plenty of it thanks to Chef Bertrand and A/Chef Cenobio. I felt completely supported and taken care of. Everything was organized and well operated. I would highly recommend this experience. 5/5.Show moreTrip date: December 2024
- Filip· November 29th, 2024Absolute a fantastic experience. The food prepared is awesome. Even better than a restaurant. Thanks to our chef Zenovio and sous chef Dario. Despite landslides our horseman, Elicio, was able to bring our luggage to the next checkpoint. An amazing work. And of course our guide Manolo. This is really a wonderful person and a reason on itself to do the trup. Trexperience have a fantastic team working for them. Last thank goes to my personal guide Adrian who guided me very well through Machu Picchu. The knowledge and passion made this visit above expectationsShow moreTrip date: November 2024
- Tom· November 10th, 2024We had an incredible time on the salkantay 5-day tour; the itinerary and experience was amazing and we were sad to leave! Thankyou to our guide Sara who was always kind, helpful and had so much knowledge of the nature and the history! The chefs Esteban and Dario made amazing food and helped in so many other ways as well, I am amazed with the meals you can create on the mountain, so tasty and varied! We would love to come back and do a trek with Sara, Esteban, Dario and the porters again!Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- EBElla· November 10th, 2024Guide Sara, chef Esteban, assistant Dario and muleiter Ali were all excellent and I would highly recommend them! The tour was incredible with amazing views, great food and high rewards for the hard hikes.Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- CJChristian· October 19th, 2024One of my favorite trips I’ve done to date. Couldn’t recommend more.Show moreTrip date: October 2024
- PDPeter· August 29th, 2024Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishFood was always good! Sleeping accommodation was also always good! Sanitary facilities were also good under the circumstances. Hiking route: Day 1: good Day 2: good Day 3: good Day 4: not good. Hike along the tracks can be canceled Fresh water tastes of plastic (very bad) Guide: poor communication Improvement: Introduce the participants at the beginning for a better group feeling; divide the groups into slow and fast if necessary (the fast hikers always had to wait and often cooled down); transparent communication in case of difficulties. Macchu picchu: very good organization: important to start early.Show moreTrip date: August 2024
Dates & Availability
Why book with TourRadar?
- Trusted and vetted operators
- Rated excellent on
- Best price guarantee
- 24/7 customer support
- Earn $50 in travel credits
- Free eSim with every purchase
To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in Australia, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Friday19 Sep, 2025To Tuesday23 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday20 Sep, 2025To Wednesday24 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday21 Sep, 2025To Thursday25 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday22 Sep, 2025To Friday26 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday23 Sep, 2025To Saturday27 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday24 Sep, 2025To Sunday28 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday25 Sep, 2025To Monday29 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Friday26 Sep, 2025To Tuesday30 Sep, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday27 Sep, 2025To Wednesday1 Oct, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday28 Sep, 2025To Thursday2 Oct, 2025English, SpanishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $1,105 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- D
Douglas
Asked on July 5th, 2025I'm not sure if the entrance to machu pichu is included as it is. I'm confused about the other 2 options. Do you have any insights of how is the weather during the dates that I've selected
TreXperienceOperator•Written July 2025This package includes your entrance ticket to Machu Picchu. When booking in advance, we usually include Circuit 2, which allows access to most of Machu Picchu's key areas during the guided tour. Once your reservation is confirmed, we will arrange for your access. September is considered the end of the dry season, and the weather is generally stable and favorable for trekking. Expect mostly sunny days with clear skies. Rain is rare during this season.
- C
Christina
Asked on July 3rd, 2025Will the train be the vistadome train or open visibility and what scale is hotel hopefully minimum 4 star? We want the best views from train. Also do you schedule flights as well.
- TreXperienceOperator•Written July 2025
Yes, we do include the Vistadome train for your return journey from Machu Picchu, which offers panoramic windows for the best scenic views. The hotel we typically use in Aguas Calientes is a 3-star property, but we can upgrade to a 4-star option if preferred. Regarding flights: unfortunately, we don't handle flights, so you'll need to arrange those independently.
- C
Christina
Traveler•Written July 2025I am interested in 5 days but not glamping. The primary focus would be Micchu Picchu short Peru experience with to 104km then trek up. To include the vistadome train and Macchu picchu ticket entrance. I am hearing the tickets are sold out. Do you have tickets?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written July 2025
Here's a suggested itinerary: Day 1: Arrival in Cusco in the morning - Afternoon City Tour. Day 2: Super Sacred Valley Tour. Day 3: Short Inca Trail. Day 4: Machu Picchu Guided Visit. Day 5: Transfer Out. Please let me know your travel dates so we can check availability—especially for Machu Picchu and 4-star hotel options.
C2 more answers - D
Deborah
Asked on June 19th, 2025if we are not experienced hikers would this be a suitable experience? Or would it be better to choose another option? (5 day Salkantay to Machu Picchu)
- TreXperienceOperator•Written June 2025
The 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is one of the most scenic and rewarding routes, but it's also moderately to highly challenging, especially due to the altitude and long hiking days. It can be done by people without hiking experience, as long as you're in good physical condition and up for the adventure. However, if you're looking for something more comfortable or less demanding, we'd be happy to recommend other great options — such as the Short Inca Trail (2 days) or Salkantay trek 4 days to Machu Picchu, which offer a wonderful experience with less intense hiking.
- A
Anthony
Asked on June 3rd, 2025How many people in the tents and the hut? What sleeping bags do you recommend with consideration of how cold at night during the trek? Are there toilets during the camping? Will porters and horseman carry our backpacks for the whole trek? What equipment and clothing do you recommend we bring?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written June 2025
For this trek, we provide double occupancy tents (2 people per tent). We recommend a 4-season sleeping bag that can handle temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). We provide clean, private eco-toilets at each campsite. Horses will carry your duffel bag (up to 7 kg or 15 lbs). Recommended clothing includes layered clothing, base layers, fleece or down jacket, waterproof jacket, hiking pants, warm hat, gloves, thermal socks, sturdy hiking boots, daypack, reusable water bottle, sun protection, flashlight, camera, and personal medication.
- A
Ali
Asked on April 26th, 2025I am really interested in this hike, but noticed it is not avaliable for the dates that work for me. I was wondering if there is any possibility you'd be able to squeeze an extra person on the hike departing either on the 22nd or 23rd of May 2025, please?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written April 2025
Currently, we already have group departures scheduled for May 23 and May 25. However, I must inform you that entry tickets to Machu Picchu are already sold out for May. We can still offer you the Salkantay Trek experience without the visit to Machu Picchu on the last available date. Additionally, we can offer you the opportunity to switch and join the 4-Day Inca Trail departure on May 25, where entry to Machu Picchu is still available.
- J
Joel
Asked on March 4th, 2025What meals are provided during the trek?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written March 2025
All meals are included throughout the trek, with options to suit dietary preferences.
- C
Cynthia
Asked on February 16th, 2025What type of camping accommodations for the first 3 nights? Are they glass cabanas and jungle domes?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written February 2025
We include glamping and andean huts in our salkantay hike and then on the nigth 4th you will have a 3 stars hotel accomodatuion with buffet breakfast included, in this way you will have an autenthic and comfortable andean trekking experience.
- D
Deborah
Asked on January 8th, 2025Can I do this trip as a solo? Is getting to Cusco easy?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written January 2025
If you are a solo traveler, I suggest joining one of our groups to ensure your booking is confirmed. To get to Cusco, you will need to take an international flight to Lima first and then book a domestic flight from Lima to Cusco.
- L
Lhoussain
Asked on January 3rd, 2025Are there specific travel restrictions for Peru?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written January 2025
It's best to check the latest travel restrictions, as they can change frequently.
- D
Dirk
Asked on November 23rd, 2024Are tickets available for Machu Picchu for the dates I'm considering?
- TreXperienceOperator•Written November 2024
Unfortunately, regular tickets are sold out for the selected dates, but alternative tickets may be available.
Best price guarantee Learn More
Good to Know
Tour ID: 133087
Videos
Similar Tours
Keep Exploring Peru
- 10 Best Peru Trekking Companies (with 678 Reviews)
- 10 Best Adventure Trips for Couples 2025/2026
- 10 Best Hiking & Trekking Companies
- Your Guide to Planning a Private Hike 2025/2026
- Peru from Cusco
- Peru Hiking & Trekking
- Small group tour
- 5 days Peru
- Operators in Latin America
- Machu Picchu
- Salkantay Trek
- 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: An Unforgettable Journey Tours in Peru
- Hiking & Trekking Tours
- Andes Mountains Tours
- Hiking & Trekking Tours
- Family Tours
- Camping Tours
- Fully Guided Tours
- Christmas & New Year Tours
- Peru tours