Cusco + Salkantay trek – 8 Days / 7 nigths - Andean Peru Treks

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Day 1 CITY TOUR (CATEDRAL, QORICANCHA, SACSAYHUAMAN, QENQO, PUCA PUCARA, TAMBOMACHAY).

Beginning the tour in the historical center of the city visit to the Cathedral of Cusco, built between 1556 and 1654, its altarpieces are splendid, its pulpit is carved wood, from the end of the s. XVII, and the masonry of the choir is totally incredible. It is also well known the collection of paintings of the main schools of the city of Cusco. It has one of the richest jewellery treasures of colonial art. Later you will visit to the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha, this set was dedicated to the religious worldview of the Andean world. Then you will go to Sacsayhuamán, an imposing example of Inca architecture 2 km north of the city center, famous throughout the world for the enormous carved rocks, united with astonishing precision. Then visit Qenko which is an outcrop of limestone rock on which have been carved intricate mythical representations, then visit Puca Pucará, served as a checkpoint of the Inca Trail. Finally you will visit Tambomachay to 7 km of the Cusco, popularly known as the baths of the Inca, important center of cult and water worship.

Day 2 Cusco – Mollepata (Challacancha) – Soraypampa

At 5:30 am you will be picked up from your hotel in private transport to take you to the beginning of your alternative Inca Trail trek. You will pass the village of Mollepata (3000m) before heading towards Challacasa (3600m) where we will meet with the muleteers and the horses in order to start the trek. From here our trek begins winding through an amazing valley while surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of Humantay (5450masl) and Salkantay (6271masl). In the afternoon we will reach our first campsite at the scenic site of Soraypampa (3912masl).On site we will enjoy a magnificent buffet dinner prepared by our professional chefs in a spacious dining tent. With dinner, you will receive hot wine to help you unwind from your strenuous day. Enjoy your first night sleeping under the tranquility of the Andes’ sky in your cozy homey tent

Day 3 Soraypampa – Salkantay pass – Challway

Early, after a delicious breakfast with Andean products, you will begin your second day of trekking towards Machu Picchu. This is a challenging day as you will hike towards the Humantay Lagoon and then to the Salkantay pass (4600masl). All day you will have spectacular views of the towering snow-covered peak of Salkantay (6271masl). As we continue on the trail you will notice the abundant and exuberant diversity of endemic vegetation of the area. After crossing the Salkantay Pass, we will enjoy a delicious lunch and then continue with the descent towards our second campsite called Challway (3000m), where you will be enjoying the warm climate of the tropical forest.This night you will enjoy a gourmet dinner, wine, surrounded by colorful flowers, It is important to mention the presence of mosquitoes, so it is recommended to use repellent! Likewise, you can enjoy a hot shower offered by local people.

Day 4 Challway – Wiñaypoco – La Playa

Early following, nourishing breakfast, you will begin the most beautiful day of the trek where you will see the region’s magnificent flora and banana plantations. Our trek descends into a thick cloud forest that will surround you with orchids, bromelains, and other amazing local flora. After, we will come upon a secluded valley filled with expansive coffee, cacao and fruit plantations. Our path takes us through the farming villages of Wiñaypoco (2650m) and La Playa (2100m) where you will encounter local families and get a chance to speak to them and learn about their lifestyle. Tonight we will camp in the warm village of La Playa where you will enjoy your last dinner of our chef.

Day 5 La Playa – Lactapata – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes

In the morning after breakfast we will follow an uphill trail towards the Llactapata archeological place (2700masl). From this site you will have a great view of the distant Machu Picchu Mountain and will be surrounded by lush greenery and variety of flora. After enjoying the archeological site and the breathtaking views, we will start descending towards the hydroelectric of Machu picchu(1950masl) where we will have the last lunch with our magnificent chef, say good bye and continue the trek to Aguas Calientes town (At the Hydroelectric train station you have the option of taking the train the rest of the way for an additional cost) 2000masl. Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes in the afternoon, your guide will drop you off at your hotel, where you will spend the last night of your tour.Hotel Night in Aguas Calientes

Day 6 Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

At sunrise we will leave your hotel with your professional guide to board the bus that will take you to the citadel of Machu Picchu. (2,400masl) citadel. Upon arriving at the archeological site you will get an approximately 2 hour private tour of this amazing Lost City of the Incas. Your guide will explain you all about the history of Machu picchu and culture of the ancient Incas.After the tour you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes to catch your train in order to return to Cusco. Upon arrival back in Cusco you will be picked up from the train station (Poroy 30 minutes from the city) and transferred back to your hotel for the night.

Day 7 Rainbow Mountain Tour

At the agreed time pick up to take you to the airport (Courtesy of the company).

Day 8

At the agreed time pick up to take you to the airport (Courtesy of the company).

N° of People	Shared Service $	Private Service $
2 People	728.00	1089.00
3 – 4 People	700.00	1022.00
5 + People	Please contact us for special price!

Our private service includes all the things mentioned above and also de following things:

Private tourist transport (just for the number of people who book the tour).
Highest category hotel “Garcilazo I”, located at one block from the main square of Cusco; and Inti Punku Machupicchu at Aguas Calientes the sixth day.
Price of the Tour included Hostel from