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The classic trail runs on a daily permit cap that sells out months ahead, which is why the alternatives exist. These 15 compare the four-day classic, the Salkantay and the short two-day versions on price, permits and how you actually enter the site.
Review of the 3-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with costs, daily hiking demands, lodging, inclusions, tips, and who should book.
“I just completed the Salkantay 3 day Challenge with Salkantay Trekking and had an AMAZING time! My guide, Marco, was incredibly helpful and organized and made sure we all had an amazing time.”
Review of the 4-day Choquequirao Trek from Cusco, with canyon views, expert support, meals, camps, costs, challenges, and booking advice.
“With all of the positive reviews that I read for TreXperience, our expectations were very high. We were incredibly happy to have those expectations exceeded treXperience was efficient, friendly, competent, and everything went very smoothly. We had a fantastic four days. Our guide Elias could not have been a better guide. He was patient and kind, inspired us to keep going on the steep hills, and shared lots of historical and archaeological knowledge. Our chef Leandro prepared meals that you cannot believe were possible while trekking for four days. His assistant Elias was incredibly helpful and friendly. Our mule master Boris was cheerful and efficient. The whole team could not…”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu with Humantay Lake, glamping, Pachamanca, coffee, and a panoramic train ride.
“Awesome experience, the best of times on this tour. Roger and Alex were the most amazing guides. Made sure we catch our bus in Cusco despite train chaos. We felt they did everything so that we don't have to worry about anything.”
Ancascocha Trek review: four days from Cusco to Machu Picchu with high passes, Inca ruins, camping, meals, and small-group support.
“The views were amazing since day one, there were so many different landscapes (jungle, alpines, green fields and more). The people working in the company were amazing. It was really nice to do the trek with someone that is from the area (ERead more”
Review of the 4-day Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, with route details, costs, camping, difficulty, meals, guides, and booking advice.
“I joined the Inca Trail tour with Tierras Vivas, and our tour guide Nico Raul made the whole experience truly unforgettable!”
Review of the 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with Sky Lodge domes, high mountain passes, meals, guides, and practical advice.
“My mother and I did the 4 day Salkantay trek with Fernando as our guide. He was so patient, accommodating, and really knowledgeable of everything to do with the mountain and history of the Incas. The trek entailed many history lessons from Fernando where everyone learned so much. There were different levels of fitness on the trek and Fernando accommodated everyone, provided coco leaves, and encouraged us at times where we were exhausted. The food on the trek was absolutely amazing, the chef outdid himself every night. The accommodation on the mountain was very comfortable aswell. I thought the prices and tips were all very fair, I wish I could…”
Review of the 2-day Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, with Wiñay Wayna, Sun Gate views, meals, costs, guides, and practical tips.
“We had an incredible time on the Short Inca Trail. Our guide, José, was incredibly knowledgable and made the experience wonderful. José took good care of us and I would go on another guided tour with him in a heartbeat. Thanks, José!”
Review the 5-day Choquequirao Trek from Cusco, with route details, difficulty, camping, meals, price, and practical booking advice.
“Excellent! Well organized. Fantastic support, food, and experience. Our guide, Guido, made sure to motivate each member of our group with enthusiasm and compassion. We, 5 friends from California, had a great experience thanks to our guide, GUIDO.”
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu review: a demanding four-day route with Humantay Lagoon, Salkantay Pass, eco-domes, meals, and trains.
“We got very sick and the company did not provide the guide w a first aid kit or oxygen balloon as advertised in the itinerary! It didn’t end there. I had to pay 200$ out of pocket to get us by taxi to lower elevation. We drove on dangerous rRead more”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with camps, mountain views, meals, guide, train, and practical tips.
“Senhores nao tempo p trabalhar p os senhores. Pais em situacao atipica. Greves de transportes com alguns eventos violencia. Como eu poderia ficar preso em Machu Pichu, fiz minha desistencia. A quadrilha empresarial negou-se a me reembolsar. Opiniao: o contrato é invalidado quando o pais nao oferece as condicoes de seguranca...... Fui roubado em 3.200 R.”
Trek the Lares route to Machu Picchu with local guides, mountain camps, hot springs, meals, trains, and a small group.
“My husband and I went on this tour in May 16. Percy was our tour guide. He's very experienced, funny, helpful and considerate when we went on the hike. His English was also very good. In addition to this, food was awesome and thanks to our chef! It was my first time to go on a hike and the view was absolutely amazing and I really enjoyed this tour.”
Review of the 5-day Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, with route details, costs, difficulty, meals, hotels, and practical tips.
“We just returned from the 4-day Lares Trek with TreXperience, and I can’t recommend it enough—especially for families traveling with teens!”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with Humantay Lake, mountain camping, meals, guides, trains, and practical tips.
“What an amazing trip- I would thoroughly recommend it.”
Review the 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with Humantay Lake, mountain camping, meals, costs, hiking demands, and practical tips.
“The Salkantay 5 day trek to Machu Picchu was a wonderful experience. Being in a small group made it more exceptional and personal. Our guide, Roger, was super, very helpful, and friendly! I would do it again”
Review the 7-day Inca Trail group tour from Cusco, with camps, meals, guides, permits, Machu Picchu sunrise, and practical costs.
“We had a wonderful time with Valencia Travel. The service and food on the trail was fantastic. The porters did a terrific job in all respects. Alex, our guide was friendly, accommodating and very knowledgeable. It was not easy. Three of our group Read more”
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