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Classic Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days

5.0 · 264 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Cusco Operated by Xtreme Tourbulencia
Duration
5 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
04:00 · Hotel pickup included
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The trek to Machu Picchu includes an emergency horse between Soraypampa and Chaullay.

Transport from Cusco to Mollepata (Challacancha), guidance and meals are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.95 from 264 reviews at €437 per person for 5 days.

In our comparison: #11 of 33 in Salkantay Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €437 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Emergency horse (Soraypampa - Chaullay)
  • Vegetarian meal options available
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation from Cusco to Mollepata (Challacancha)
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Professional bilingual tour guide
  • Pre briefing session at 17 pm in our office 2 days before your activity day
  • Entrance ticket to Salkantay and Machu Picchu
  • Hotel with private room and bathroom in Aguas Calientes, breakfast included
  • Transportation Lucmabamba - Hydroelectric Station (just for the equipment and everyone's bag)
  • First aid kit and oxygen bottle
  • Tea and snack time every day
  • Horseman and mules (up to 7kg) for customer's personal equipment
  • Sky Domes in campsites 3 nights
  • Tourist train ticket from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo, and bus to Cusco Historic Center.
  • Breakfast of the 1st day and lunch of the last day in Aguas Calientes ($30.00 each meal)
  • Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes ($12.00)
  • Sleeping Bag ($20.00)
  • Train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes

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

5.0
264 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 262 of 264

Star breakdown of all 264 ratings

5 stars
253 · 96%
4 stars
9 · 3%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and meals, but some found the sky domes fell short of expectations

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides sharing Inca history and information about local nature
  • Supportive guides who encourage hikers and check on their wellbeing
  • Varied, plentiful meals prepared by the trekking cooks
  • Mountain scenery and varied landscapes along the route
  • Organised logistics and staff handling luggage and preparing camps

Complaints

  • The trek is physically demanding, particularly at altitude
  • Some enjoyed the lodging, while others found the sky domes below expectations

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (7 May 2026 to 14 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
If your hotel is outside the center of Cusco City, we will meet you at the main square, Plaza de Armas. Wait for us next to the water fountain at the Plaza de Armas.
Departure
04:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Xtreme Tourbulencia; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

This unique tour is perfect for adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts alike, offering an unforgettable journey that combines challenging trekking across the breathtaking Ausangate mountain range with the exploration of sacred Inca trails leading to the legendary Machu Picchu. Ideal for those who crave both physical and spiritual discovery, this adventure immerses you in the stunning contrasts of Peru’s rugged landscapes and ancient traditions, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience for those looking to truly connect with the Andean world.

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Good to know

  • Food included Vegetarian meal options available, Lunch,…
  • 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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #11 of 33€4375 days4.95 (264)shared
Salkantay Trek 5D/4N with Glass Cabins, Sky Domes & Hobbit House€6335 days4.99 (2916)shared
Classic 5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: Small Group Hike€6925 days4.98 (5396)shared
Salkantay Premium Trek 5 Days: Glamping Adventure to Machu Picchu€11575 days4.98 (1491)shared

Ranked #11 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

From €437 per adult