Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

Visit Inca ruins and the mountain village of Mollepata before embarking on your first trek on the Camino Real. (L)(D)

Trek to glacier-fed Lake Humantay with views of Mt. Salkantay. (B)(L)(D)
Trekking Time: Approximately 4 hours
Hiking Level: Moderate to Challenging

Today’s the big day—we reach the trek’s highest point on the Salkantay Pass.  (B)(L)(D)
Trekking Time: 6–8 hours
Hiking Level: Challenging, crossing a 4,640m/15,200 ft mountain pass

Begin the descent along the Salkantay River, where warm air starts rising from the jungle, accompanied by colourful butterflies and striking orchids. (B)(L)(D)
Trekking Time: 3–4 hours
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate

Today hike through more populated rural areas, passing through banana, granadilla and avocado orchards. (B)(L)(D)
Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
Hiking Level: Moderate to Challenging 

Trek along the Llactapata Pass and come upon a distant but spectacular view of Machu Picchu Sanctuary.  Board the train to Aguas Calientes. (B)(L)(D)
Trekking Time: 4–6 hours
Hiking Level: Moderate to Challenging

Experience a guided tour of the ruins and then spend time exploring the site on your own or hike the steep Huayna Picchu.  Return to Cuzco by rail. (B)(L)