PRIVATE SALKANTAY AND INCA TRAIL 7 DAYS

We will pick you up between 4:30 am and 5:00 am to finally start our hiking adventure. After an approximately 2-hours drive, we will stop in Mollepata for a delicious breakfast, and then continue our journey to Challacancha (3800 m/12457 ft), which is the starting point of our hike. We will hike for about 3 hours towards the Soraypampa base camp, located at 3,900 meters (12,800 ft.) above sea level, and enjoy a nutritious lunch. We will then head towards the famous Humantay lagoon (4,220 m/ 13,850 ft) and admire the incredible views along the 1.5 hour walk. The landscapes are exuberant and full of colors according to the season of the year. You will be able to enjoy the green valleys full of vegetation and incredible sceneries offered by the Humantay and Salkantay Andes mountains, while our local guide will share his knowledge about the history and interesting facts. Besides, you will have enough time to explore this unique place on your own. We will descend to our base camp in Soraypampa where we will enjoy a hot cup of coca tea, and have a freshly prepared dinner by our cooks.

Around 7:00 am, we will enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel our hike for the day. Starting from the Soraypampa camp, we will begin our ascent towards the Salkantay Pass, where we'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Salkantay Lagoon. Our team of cooks will greet you near this stunning location with a delicious lunch. Afterward, we will descend to the Ichupata camp (4,500 m/14,764 ft), where you'll enjoy a warm cup of coca tea and a nutritious dinner.

After a hearty breakfast, we will start our hike, heading towards the Incachiriasca Pass, which features fascinating glaciers at an altitude of 5,100 meters (16,732 feet). Once we reach the top, we’ll have time to take in the breathtaking views and capture stunning photos. We will then descend to a beautiful spot for our lunch break. In the afternoon, we will continue our trek to the Inca Canal, where our cooking team will greet us with a warm cup of coca tea and a delicious dinner.

Today, we'll start at 5:00 am with breakfast before continuing our hiking adventure to the archaeological site of Paucarcancha. Our professional guide will provide insights into the history and significance of this ancient Inca site. We will then reach the famous Inca Trail and enjoy a lunch break surrounded by stunning landscapes. After a refreshing rest, we’ll continue our hike to the Ayapata camp, where we can appreciate the natural surroundings and savor a delicious dinner prepared by our cooks.

This day begins with a hearty breakfast, as today is one of the most spectacular days of the hike. We will first ascend the Warmi Huañusca Pass, located at 4,215 meters (13,829 feet) above sea level, where we'll enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding high Andes mountains. We will then start our descent towards our lunch spot, and see the unique flora and fauna along the way.

After lunch and a refreshing rest, we'll climb for two hours to reach the second highest pass of our trek. We'll visit the archaeological site of Runcu Raccay, renowned for its distinctive semicircular enclosures, which are considered a gem of Inca architecture.

After crossing the second pass at 3,950 meters (12,959 feet) above sea level, we will begin our descent to the ancient Inca ruins of Sayacmarca. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore well-preserved Inca houses, water sources, and channels, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the entire valley. We will then continue our hike for 30 minutes until we reach our Chaquicocha camp, where we’ll enjoy a delicious dinner.

The first Inca archaeological site we will visit today is Phuyupatamarca. Afterward, we will proceed to the second site, Intipata (2,800 meters / 9,186 feet), known for its agricultural experimentation platforms. From here, we’ll enjoy spectacular views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will then head to our Wiñay Wayna camp at 2,650 meters (8,694 feet), where we’ll have a refreshing lunch. After a well-deserved rest, we will explore the archaeological remains of Wiñay Wayna.

Today, we will wake up a bit earlier than usual. After breakfast, we’ll embark on a two-hour hike to reach Machu Picchu. We will ascend to the famous Sun Gate, where we’ll enjoy our first views of the Machu Picchu citadel and the surrounding valleys. After another hour of walking, we’ll finally explore the lost city of the Incas, where a guided tour will reveal the secrets of this monument left by the ancient Inca civilization.

Later, we’ll return to the town of Aguas Calientes by shuttle bus, a 30-minute journey. After some time exploring the charming streets of this small town at the base of Machu Picchu, we’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, departing at 14:55. During the two-hour train ride, we’ll admire the stunning landscapes of the valley. Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, our transport will take you back to Cusco, arriving around 19:30.