Salkantay – Machu Picchu

**DAY 01: Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake – Sky Camp**

*Highlight of the day:* Spend the afternoon admiring the spectacular Humantay Lake.

Begin your adventure with Machu Picchu Trek as we pick you up from your Cusco accommodation at 4:00 a.m. A two-hour journey leads to a quick breakfast in Mollepata. Our cozy transportation ensures a comfortable ride, complete with blankets for a few extra minutes of sleep. After breakfast, another hour takes us to Challacancha, the trek’s starting point.

Meet our muleteers and cooks for a final luggage check before embarking on a relatively easy three-hour hike to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft), our first camp. The trail offers stunning views of glaciers and a deep valley, with an ancient Inca water channel accompanying us. A visit to Humantay Lake (4,200 m / 13,780 ft) in the afternoon reveals its turquoise beauty against a snowy backdrop. Return to Sky Camp for dinner and a night of stargazing.

**DAY 02: Salkantay Pass – Huayracmachay – Collpapampa (Mountain Sky View)**

*Highlight of the day:* Witnessing the energy and power of the gigantic Salkantay Mountain.

Wake up to the first rays and the majestic Apu Salkantay. After a nutritious breakfast, embark on a 7 km trek to the challenging Salkantay Pass (4,630 m / 15,190 ft). The ascent along the “path of the 7 snakes” leads to breathtaking views of surrounding valleys and the imposing Salkantay mountain. Descend to Huayracmachay (3,850 m / 12,631 ft) for lunch, entering the edge of the “cloud forest.” A 9.5 km hike through vibrant rainforest reveals a swift transition from the Andes to the Amazon. Reach Collpapampa for a hearty meal and a night at the exclusive Mountain Sky View Campsite.

**DAY 03: Collpapampa – La Playa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes**

*Highlight of the day:* Hiking through the lush jungle and reaching the base of Machu Picchu in Aguas Calientes.

Wake up at 6:00 a.m. for breakfast before a 5-hour hike to La Playa through the Santa Teresa valley. Enjoy the lush landscape, spotting rivers, orchids, coffee, banana, and avocado plantations. After lunch at La Playa, board a private transport to Hidroelectrica. Hike alongside the tracks, surrounded by vegetation, or take a train to Aguas Calientes. Reach Aguas Calientes, relax at the hotel, and enjoy dinner. Prepare for the final adventure to Machu Picchu.

**DAY 04: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco**

Explore the long-awaited Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. An early start ensures a serene visit, beating the crowds. Take a bus to the citadel, enjoy a guided tour, and marvel at the ingenious Inca architecture. Optionally hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain. Return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and catch the train to Ollantaytambo. Private transport awaits to take you back to Cusco, marking the end of an unforgettable journey.

**Permits & Entrance Tickets:**
– Entrance Ticket to Salkantay Trek
– Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu Archaeological Site

**CIRCUIT 2 of Machu Picchu:**
– High-Quality Service & Safety
– Pre-departure briefing: Orientation meeting at 5:00 pm the evening before the trek.
– Experienced Guide: Professional guides with tourism degrees ensuring safety and enjoyment.
– Private Camping Equipment: Dining rooms and kitchens at each campsite, horses carry equipment.
– One Duffle Bag: Personal belongings up to 7 kg (15 lbs).
– Medical Kit or First Aid Kit: Guides trained in first aid, equipped for basic emergencies.
– Extras included in our service: Backpack cover, rain poncho.

**Accommodation:**
– Personal Accommodation in Private Campsites:
– Sky Camp at Soraypampa
– Mountain Sky View at Collpapampa (Rainforest)
– Hotel in Aguas Calientes:
– Last night in a hotel with a double or triple room, private bathroom, hot shower, WiFi, breakfast, and luggage storage.

**Meals:**
– 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, and 3 Dinners:
– Chef-prepared meals respecting all diets (vegetarian, vegan, or special menus available).
– Hot drinks, snacks, and tea provided.

**Water:**
– Boiled, filtered, and cooled water provided from Soraypampa to La Playa.

**Wake-up Tea:**
– Daily morning coca tea provided at the campsite.

**Tea Time or Happy Hour:**
– Afternoon snacks before dinner.

**Snacks on the Trail Daily:**
– Cloth bag with local fruits, biscuits, chocolate, caramels, etc.

**One Cloth Snack Bag per Person:**
– Provided to avoid plastic bag usage.

**Products for Hygiene:**
– Small towel and soap before each meal.

**Transportation:**
– Transport:
– Day 1: Pick-up from the hotel and transportation to Challacancha.
– Day 3: Transport from La Playa to Hidroelectrica.
– Day 4: One-Way Bus Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
– Day 4: Transport from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco.
– Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (Day 4).
– Personal Belongings Transportation:
– Cargo mules (Day 1 and 2).
– Car and train (Day 3).

**WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?**
– Sleeping Bag: Rentable for US$ 20.00 per person.
– Walking Sticks: Rentable for US$ 20.00 per person.
– Huayna Picchu Mountain: Entrance ticket US$ 60.00 per person.
– Machu Picchu Mountain: Entrance ticket US$ 60.00 per person.
– Day 4: Lunch and Dinner.
– Train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes: Optional for US$ 37.00 per person.
– Personal Clothing and Gear.
– Travel Insurance.
– Tips for our staff.
– Additional costs or delays beyond control (e.g., landslides, weather conditions, etc.).

• Starting Altitude – 2900m / 9515ft.
• Highest Altitude – 5028m / 16,495ft.
• Coldest Night – Day 2 around 0º celsius
• Overall Difficulty – Very Difficult