--- title: 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu + Vistadome Train lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 636 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 995 duration_minutes: 7200 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 6 of 33 (Salkantay Treks) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/5-day-salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-vistadome-train/ --- # 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu + Vistadome Train **Guidekin's take:** Follow the Salkantay route past Humantay Lake and coffee farms, with a Pachamanca cooking class on the way to Machu Picchu. Camping, glamping, a hotel night, entry tickets and a panoramic return train are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.97 from 995 reviews at €636 per person for 5 days. In our comparison: #6 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Take on the Ultimate 5-day Salkantay Trek, the second most popular route to Machu Picchu. Hike past Humantay Lake, snowy peaks, cloud forest and coffee farms before reaching the citadel of Machu Picchu. Perfect for active travelers seeking stunning scenery, culture, and a rewarding challenge. Why book with TreXperience - Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator from Cusco city - Smooth Transfers: Free airport pick-up and drop-off included - Cultural Touches: Enjoy a Pachamanca & coffee experience - Unique Stays: Sleep in glamping tents, Andean huts & 3-star hotel - Camp at Llactapata with panoramic views of Machu Picchu - Scenic Return: Ride back on exclusive panoramic Vistadome train - Your trip supports local social projects. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 04:30: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €636 per person - Duration: 5 days - Rating: 4.97/5 from 995 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: TreXperience - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 04:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.97 from 995 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 990 of 995. - 5 stars: 974 (98%) - 4 stars: 16 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (0%) - 2 stars: 3 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, meals and organisation; the recurring caveat is the physical demands of the trek. **Praised:** - Guides share detailed knowledge of Inca history and local nature - Patient encouragement and pacing adapted to different hiking abilities - Varied, plentiful meals with care for dietary requirements - Smooth planning and practical support from the trekking crew - Changing scenery from snowy mountains to rainforest **Complaints:** - Physically demanding hiking, especially for beginners Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2026-08-29 to 2026-11-04); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Comfortable Stays: 2 nights camping, 1 night glamping and 1 night in a 3-star hotel - Hotel pick-up/drop-off, round-trip bus to Machu Picchu and return on Vistadome or 360° train - Lunch - Gear Support: Duffle bag (up to 7 kg/15 lb) and muleteers to carry your camping equipment - Dinner - Breakfast - Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu entrance tickets, Pachamanca cooking class and coffee experience - Safety briefing the day before and expert tour guide - Sleeping pad, pillow, rain poncho and hand towels provided - Gourmet Trail Meals: Prepared by expert chefs, water and daily snacks ## Not included - (Optional) Tickets for Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, They must be booked well in advance. If you have them, please let us know. - (Optional) Mattress, sleeping bag and trekking poles. We’re happy to offer guidance. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 04:30 - 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. ## Meeting point Travelers can also meet us at Regocijo Square around 4:30 a.m.; please coordinate this with us the day before the tour. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - 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 - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required - Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants - A current valid passport is required on the day of travel ## Compared with other Salkantay Treks | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 33** | €636 | 5 days | 4.97 (995) | 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 #6 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/salkantay-trek/?format=md ## More in Cusco - All Cusco tours: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/5-day-salkantay-trek-to-machu-picchu-vistadome-train/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/?format=md