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title: 4-Day Short Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp Stay
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 656
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 3929
duration_minutes: 5760
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 4 of 33 (Salkantay Treks)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/4-day-short-salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-with-sky-camp-stay/
---

# 4-Day Short Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp Stay

**Guidekin's take:** Hike past Humantay Lake and Salkantay Mountain toward Machu Picchu in a small shared group of up to twelve. An igloo stay, hotel transfers and the return train are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.97 from 3929 reviews at €656 per person for 4 days.

In our comparison: #4 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Challenge yourself on this adventurous 4-day trek to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu. Conquer Humantay Lake, the mighty Salkantay Mountain, and go through the wild, rugged Andean mountain range down to the edge of the Cloud Forest. Accommodation is included, including a night at the exclusive Sky Camp, whose igloos are perfect for stargazing.

• Embark on an adventure-filled trek to Machu Picchu
• Small-group tour (maximum 12): A more personalized experience
• Includes meals, accommodations, and entrance fees
• Spend a night stargazing in the Andean mountains

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Starts 05:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Age rule: Participants must be at least 12 years old.…
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €656 per person for the 4-Day Short Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp Stay option; other options up to €797
- Duration: 4 days
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 3929 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: Salkantay Trekking
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 05:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.97 from 3929 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 3903 of 3929.

- 5 stars: 3858 (98%)
- 4 stars: 45 (1%)
- 3 stars: 14 (0%)
- 2 stars: 9 (0%)
- 1 star: 3 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, meals and comfortable stays; high altitude makes the hiking demanding.

**Praised:**
- Guides who explain local history, wildlife and culture
- Flexible pacing and encouragement for different fitness levels
- Plentiful meals that hikers find tasty and filling
- Comfortable accommodation with views of the surrounding landscape
- Well organised luggage transfers and clear daily briefings

**Complaints:**
- High altitude and demanding climbs make the trek physically tough

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2026-09-23 to 2026-11-06); last checked 2026-11-08.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Day Short Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Sky Camp Stay | €656 / person | English, Spanish | Pickup included |
| With Huchuy Picchu | €779 / person | English, Spanish | Huchuy Picchu admission ticket Pickup included |
| With Huayna Picchu | €797 / person | English, Spanish | Huayna Picchu admission ticket Pickup included |
| With Machu Picchu Mountain | €797 / person | English, Spanish | Machu Picchu Mountain ticket Pickup included |

## What's included

- Pre-departure briefing
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tourist Class Train Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo (Expedition or The Voyager)
- Experienced Mountain Guide
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Experienced cooks and porters
- Breakfast
- Entrance fees to the Salkantay route and Humantay Lake
- One-way bus tickets (Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu)

## Not included

- Lunch and Dinner on Day 4
- Optional horseback ride from Soraypampa to Humantay Lake (Day 1)
- Optional horseback ride from Soraypampa to Abra Salkantay (Day 2)
- Train Transfer from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes (Optional)
- Return bus ticket (Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes)
- Travel Insurance (Recommended)
- Gratuities for the staff (Optional)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 05:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude.
- Spots at Machu Picchu sell out quickly. If Circuit 2 is unavailable on your selected date, we’ll provide access to Circuit 1 or 3 at no additional cost (subject to availability)
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day
- Participants must be at least 12 years old. Travelers under 17 must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the trek.
- Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure.
- Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required

## Compared with other Salkantay Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 33** | €656 | 4 days | 4.97 (3929) | shared |
| [Salkantay Trek 5D/4N with Glass Cabins, Sky Domes & Hobbit House](/peru/cusco/tours/salkantay-trek-5d-4n-with-glass-cabins-sky-domes-hobbit-house/?format=md) | €633 | 5 days | 4.99 (2916) | shared |
| [Classic 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: Small Group Hike](/peru/cusco/tours/classic-5-day-salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-small-group-hike/?format=md) | €692 | 5 days | 4.98 (5396) | shared |
| [Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu](/peru/cusco/tours/salkantay-premium-trek-5-days-glamping-adventure-to-machu-picchu/?format=md) | €1157 | 5 days | 4.98 (1491) | shared |

Ranked #4 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.

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