Combine Salkantay mountain trails and jungle walks with a hotel night in Aguas Calientes before Machu Picchu.
Round-trip buses to the site are included; bring or rent a sleeping bag, and bookings need at least three people. 4.91 from 128 reviews at €637 per person for 5 days.
In our comparison: #19 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)
Dining tent with tables and chairs
Transportation Ollantaytambo-Cusco.
First aid kit
Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 4 (WAMAN HOTEL)
Lunch
Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+
Dinner
Chef
Breakfast
Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg of your personal items
Oxygen bottle
Inflatable sleeping mattress - Thermarest
Pick-up and transportation from your hotel to the start of the trail
Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
Professional English-Speaking guide
4-person tent for every 2 trekkers
Sleeping Bag (Can be rented from local tour operator for $25 USD)
Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 5
Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain
Gratuities
Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip
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.
Reviews
4.9
128 ratings Guidekin & Tripadvisor
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 126 of 128
Star breakdown of all 128 ratings
5 stars
119 · 93%
4 stars
7 · 5%
3 stars
2 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise attentive guides, plentiful meals and small groups; steep climbs and altitude make the trek demanding
Praised
Guides share detailed knowledge of Inca history and local traditions
Patient support and flexible pacing for hikers who struggle
Varied, plentiful meals prepared by the trek's cooks
Small groups that feel personal and sociable
Changing scenery from high mountains to forest
Complaints
Strenuous climbs, with altitude sickness affecting some travellers
Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (30 October 2023 to 11 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Departure
05:30 on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun; scheduled through January 2028 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Inkayni Peru Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
This 5-day trek is an adventure that will allow you to experience the best of the sacred mountains of the Peruvian Andes, since you will go through ancient trails surrounded by snowy mountains and abundant vegetation through of the Peruvian jungle, all this put on display in its purest state.
During the tour, there are days when the walk becomes somewhat challenging, but then it is rewarded by a light rest and the delicious meals prepared by our best chefs. Come live the best experiences with exceptional professionals.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart disease or other serious medical conditions
Clothes: Walking boots, Waterproof jacket / rain poncho, Warm jacket, Hat and gloves, T-shirts, comfortable trousers
Note: We strongly suggest spending time at high altitude (above 3000 meters / 9842 feet - in Cusco or another high altitude area) for a minimum of 2 to 3 days before undertaking your trip. This is in order to minimize the possible effects of altitude sickness
Children
Minimum age is 5 years
A minimum of 3 people per booking is required
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Important: Upon booking, please contact the email address on your voucher to advise of any specific requirements and flight information
Original Passport, ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Food included Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
Age rule Minimum age is 5 years
Non-refundable no free cancellation
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days: No refund
Compared with other Salkantay Treks
Tour
Price
Duration
Rating
Group
This tour · #19 of 33
€637
5 days
4.91 (128)
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 #19 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