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Day 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Challacancha – Soraypampa – Humantay Lake
Your adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. We will travel by tourist transportation to Mollepata, where you can enjoy breakfast before continuing to Challacancha, the starting point of our trek.
From Challacancha, we begin hiking through beautiful Andean landscapes, surrounded by imposing mountains and spectacular views of the Salkantay region. Upon reaching Soraypampa, we will enjoy lunch and take some time to rest.
In the afternoon, we will hike to the stunning Humantay Lake, famous for its turquoise waters and dramatic mountain scenery. After exploring the area and taking photographs, we will return to our campsite for dinner and our first night in the Andes.
Highlights: Humantay Lake, Andean landscapes, snow-capped mountains and panoramic views of Salkantay.
Meals: Lunch and dinner.
Overnight: Soraypampa campsite.
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Day 2: Soraypampa – Salkantay Pass – Wayracmachay – Chaullay
After breakfast, we begin the most demanding day of the trek. We will hike toward the impressive Salkantay Pass, reaching approximately 4,630 meters (15,190 feet) above sea level.
Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking views of Salkantay Mountain, one of the most sacred mountains in the Cusco region. The high-altitude landscape features rocky terrain, glaciers and magnificent panoramic scenery.
After reaching the pass, we begin descending toward Wayracmachay and continue through changing landscapes as the environment gradually becomes greener and warmer.
We will arrive at Chaullay, where we will have dinner and rest after a rewarding day of hiking.
Highlights: Salkantay Pass, spectacular mountain views and the transition from high Andes to cloud forest.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Overnight: Chaullay campsite.
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Day 3: Chaullay – Playa Sahuayaco – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, we continue our journey through the lush cloud forest. The trail passes through green valleys, small local settlements, waterfalls and areas rich in tropical vegetation.
As we descend, the scenery changes dramatically, revealing a warmer climate and a greater variety of plants and birds. We will continue toward Playa Sahuayaco, where transportation may be arranged to reach the next section of the route.
Depending on the confirmed itinerary, we will continue toward the Hydroelectric station and walk alongside the railway toward Aguas Calientes, the town located below Machu Picchu.
Upon arrival, we will check into our hotel, enjoy dinner and rest before the highlight of our adventure the following day.
Highlights: Cloud forest, tropical vegetation, local communities and the journey to Aguas Calientes.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
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Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Today is the highlight of our adventure: visiting the magnificent Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
After breakfast, we will travel to the archaeological site according to the transportation arrangements included in your package. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided tour through the ancient city, learning about Inca history, architecture and the cultural significance of this extraordinary destination.
You will have the opportunity to admire its impressive stone structures, agricultural terraces and spectacular mountain surroundings. After the visit, we will return to Aguas Calientes and take the train and connecting transportation back to Cusco, according to the scheduled services.
Our Salkantay Trek 4 Days adventure concludes with unforgettable memories of the Andes and one of the world's most remarkable archaeological sites.
Highlights: Machu Picchu guided tour, Inca architecture and breathtaking mountain scenery.
Meals: Breakfast.
Return: Cusco.
