Trail meals, campsite and hut stays, a hotel night and a panoramic return train are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.98 from 758 reviews at €545 per person for 4 days.
In our comparison: #5 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €545 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 757 of 758
Star breakdown of all 758 ratings
Reviewers praise the supportive guides and filling meals; the trek remains physically demanding.
Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (9 September 2026 to 3 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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Walk into the heart of the Andes on a 4-day Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu, perfect if you want adventure with comfort. Hike to bright turquoise Humantay Lake, cross the Salkantay Pass, then follow the trail down into warm green cloud forest.
Share a Pachamanca meal cooked underground, visit an organic coffee farm, and sleep in our exclusive camps: Salka Glamp at the foot of Salkantay, cozy Andean huts, and a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. This quieter alternative to the Inca Trail offers big mountain views, local culture, and a guided visit to Machu Picchu.
Why book with TreXperience?
- Friendly local guides who know the Salkantay trek
- Stay at our private Salka Glamp campsite in comfy glamping tents
- Hike to Humantay Lake and explore Machu Picchu with your guide
- Trek through glaciers, valleys, and cloud forest in small groups
- Enjoy Pachamanca and coffee experience in Lucmabamba
- Return on the Vistadome panoramic train
- Your trip helps support local families and projects
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 33 | €545 | 4 days | 4.98 (758) | shared |
| Salkantay Trek 5D/4N with Glass Cabins, Sky Domes & Hobbit House | €633 | 5 days | 4.99 (2916) | shared |
| Classic 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: Small Group Hike | €692 | 5 days | 4.98 (5396) | shared |
| Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu | €1157 | 5 days | 4.98 (1491) | shared |
Ranked #5 of 33 in Salkantay Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €246 to €1749, median €633; typical length 5 days. 2 of 33 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 33 Salkantay Treks