We’ll pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and embark on a scenic drive to the village of Mollepata (2,803 m / 9,196 ft), about 100 kilometers from Cusco. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll start our uphill hike for approximately 13 kilometers to reach our camp at Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft).

Upon arrival, we’ll have lunch and a chance to rest. For those interested, there’s an optional 2-kilometer hike to the stunning Humantay Lagoon (4,200 m / 13,779 ft). We’ll return to Soraypampa for dinner and overnight camping in our private facilities, which provide protection from the cold.

• Distance covered: 13 km / 8 miles
• Duration of the hike: 7-8 hours
• Highest altitude of the day reached: 4,200 m / 13,779 ft
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Accommodation: Camping
• Difficulty: Moderate

After a refreshing breakfast, we’ll face the challenge of the Salkantay Pass. Our hike begins uphill towards the farmhouse of Salkantaypampa and Soyrococha. After about 4 hours, we’ll reach the Salkantay Pass (4,632 m / 15,197 ft), the highest point between the Salkantay and Humantay peaks.

Following a well-deserved rest at the pass, we’ll descend to Wayracpampa for lunch. Post-lunch, the trail takes us through the cloud forest, where we’ll observe the changing climate and vegetation until we reach Chaullay (4,045 m / 13,271 ft). Here, we’ll set up camp, enjoy tea, and have dinner.

• Distance covered: 22 km / 13.7 miles
• Duration of the hike: 9-10 hours
• Highest altitude of the day reached: 4,632 m / 15,197 ft
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Accommodation: Camping
• Difficulty: Hard

We start the day early with breakfast and set off on a memorable hike. The trail offers beautiful flora and fauna, with mostly flat terrain and occasional small ascents. We will walk for about 40 minutes to the village of Collpa (2,850 m / 9,350 ft), from where we’ll see the beginning of the Santa Teresa Valley.

The path then leads us through the jungle to Playa Sahuayaco (2,200 m / 7,218 ft) for lunch. After lunch, we’ll descend another 2.5 kilometers to the village of Lucmabamba (2,062 m / 6,765 ft), where we’ll have dinner and camp amidst lush mountain vegetation.

• Distance covered: 15 km / 9.3 miles
• Duration of the hike: 7-8 hours
• Highest altitude of the day reached: 2,850 m / 9,350 ft
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Accommodation: Camping
• Difficulty: Moderate

We begin early with breakfast and continue our hike through picturesque landscapes featuring coffee, banana, avocado, and pineapple fields, as well as coca leaf crops. We’ll ascend to the Inca archaeological site of Llactapata (2,840 m / 9,317 ft), where we’ll get a stunning view of Machu Picchu and its surrounding valley.

From Llactapata, we’ll descend into the Aobamba Valley and reach the Hydroelectric station (1,550 m / 5,085 ft) for lunch. After a short rest, we’ll continue our final hike to Aguas Calientes (2,160 m / 7,087 ft). Dinner and overnight stay will be in a hotel, with an option to visit the local hot springs (not included).

• Distance covered: 14 km / 8.7 miles
• Duration of the hike: 8-9 hours
• Highest altitude of the day reached: 2,840 m / 9,317 ft
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Accommodation: Tourist lodge in Aguas Calientes
• Difficulty: Moderate

On the final day, we’ll rise early for breakfast before taking a bus to Machu Picchu (2,490 m / 8,169 ft). We’ll have a guided tour of approximately 3 hours, followed by ample time to explore on your own.

After exploring Machu Picchu, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, we’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will be waiting to take you back to Cusco, marking the end of our incredible journey.

• Tour duration: 3-4 hours in Machu Picchu
• Highest altitude of the day reached: 2,490 m / 8,169 ft
• Meals included: Breakfast
• Accommodation: Not included
• Difficulty: Easy