Visit Cusco and walk the Salkantay Trek with a private group
The Salkantay Trek in Peru is a challenging route that traverses high mountain ranges near Humantay Lake and descends into the edge of the tropical jungle. This private itinerary, exclusively for your group, leads to the magnificent Incan Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The 5-Day Salkantay Trek takes you through the stunning Vilcabamba Mountain Range, one of the highest in the Andes. Locals consider Salkantay a Sacred Apu, believed to bring rain for their crops. On this trek, you'll hike along the flanks of the majestic Salkantay Mountain, reaching an altitude of 6,271 meters above sea level. Expect breathtaking views and the opportunity to encounter rare wildlife such as condors and vizcachas. Rated as one of the 25 Best Treks in the World by National Geographic Adventure Magazine, this legendary route promises an unforgettable experience.
This is a private itinerary for your group only, if you would like to join an existing group instead, please check our Salkantay Group Trek!
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Salkantay to Machu Picchu Private Group Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival to Cusco
Arrival in Cusco with a transfer to your hotel. A welcome meeting will be organized by your guide for a quick briefing of the tour. The rest of the day can be spent exploring Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Discover Spanish churches and mansions alongside Inca remains.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cusco
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cusco Open Day
Enjoy a free day to explore Cusco at your leisure. Cusco, the capital city of the Inca Empire, is now the archaeological capital of the Americas.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cusco
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Salkantay Trek – Soraypampa Camp
After an early morning departure, drive to Mollepata and begin a 3-hour hike to Cruzpata. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of Humantay and Salkantay mountains before trekking towards the first campsite at Soraypampa.
Overnight Location: Soraypampa Camp
Distance: 7 km / 4.35 miles
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Salkantay Trek – Mighty SALKANTAY!!
Start early with a hike to the highest point of the trek at 4,650m. Enjoy incredible views of Salkantay and Tucarhuay mountains. After lunch at Huayracmachay, continue the descent to Colcapampa or Challway Camp.
Overnight Location: Challway or Andenes Camp
Distance: 16 km / 9.94 miles
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Salkantay Trek – Cloud Forest
Trek through the upper jungle, crossing rivers and passing through valleys filled with waterfalls and tropical plants. Set up camp in the warm climate of La Playa. Optional hot springs visit in the afternoon.
Overnight Location: La Playa Camp
Distance: 15 km / 9.32 miles
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Salkantay Trek – Llactapata – Aguas Calientes
Begin with a climb to Llactapata, an Incan fort with views of Machu Picchu. Descend through plantations to the Hydroelectric dam for lunch. Walk to Aguas Calientes for an overnight stay.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Distance: 12 km / 7.45 miles
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Salkantay Trek – Machu Picchu
Wake early for a bus ride to Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of the citadel followed by free time to explore on your own. Optional hike up Wayna Picchu is available at an additional cost. In the afternoon, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and take the train back to Cusco.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cusco
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Cusco Airport
Enjoy your last morning in Cusco before transferring to the airport for your flight home via Lima.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Salkantay to Machu Picchu Private Group Prices
Enjoy a private trip for your group only! Note the prices below apply to sharing a double tent.
- Guided group of 2-3: $1,495 USD per person
- Guided group of 4-5: $1,075 USD per person
- Guided group of 6: $945 USD per person
- Guided group of 7+: on request
This is a private itinerary for your group only, if you would like to join an existing group instead, please check our Salkantay Group Trek.
Book NowAccommodation on Salkantay to Machu Picchu Private Group
This tour is based in hotels and camps. Four nights are spent in hotels and three nights along the Salkantay trek are spent in camps. Hotels on this trip are 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. The accommodations have been carefully chosen so you will feel comfortable and pampered. Rooms are double occupancy, and single travelers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a single supplement of to have a private room in a hotel. Contact us and we can try and match single travelers up, where possible.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Jose Antonio Hotel, Cusco ★★★★
A comfortable hotel in a great location for exploring the city. Be sure to visit the rooftop terrace for wonderful views of the city and don’t miss their excellent breakfast.
Camping in campsites along the Salkantay Trek ★
Sleep under the starry sky in comfortable tents in the campsites along the Salkantay Trail. Spend your nights in camps surrounded by stunning peaks of Peruvian Andes.
Hatun Inti Boutique, Aguas Calientes ★★★★
Stay in a suite room in this fabulous and luxurious hotel with mountain and river views. The location is convenient for exploring Machu Picchu and the decor will immerse you in Andean culture.
Jose Antonio Hotel, Cusco ★★★★
A comfortable hotel in a great location for exploring the city. Be sure to visit the rooftop terrace for wonderful views of the city and don’t miss their excellent breakfast.
What’s Included in the Salkantay to Machu Picchu Private Group?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 afternoon snacks, 4 dinners, and other various snacks along the trek.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, starting and ending in Cusco.
Also Included
- Tour briefing on the day you arrive in Cusco
- Camping fees, tent, cooking shelter
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- Lares Valley entrance fee
- Horseman and mules to carry cooking and camping equipment during the trek
- First Aid kit
- 24/7 support and emergency line available throughout the tour
Not included
- Meals and drinks, other than those mentioned in the itinerary (extra meals can be arranged upon request).
- Optional tours and excursions
- Personal items such as souvenirs or telephone calls
- Personal camping and trekking equipment, such as sleeping bags or walking sticks (many of these items can be rented for an additional fee).
- Any damages you might cause to the bus or camping equipment
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional personal porter for guests with excessive luggage.
- Travel insurance
- Evacuation in the event of a serious medical issue or injury
Optional Extras
- Additional meals
- Climb Wayna (Huayna) Picchu
- Upgrade train tickets from Expedition class to Vistadome class
- Additional activities in Cusco (all prices are per person)
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkantay to Machu Picchu Private Group
Valencia Travel Cusco has been providing incredible trekking and cultural tours around Cusco since 2009. Owned and operated in Cusco, Valencia Travel know the Cusco and Macchu Picchu region well, and provide great active holidays for their guests.
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