Hiking · WORLDWIDE
The classic trail runs on a daily permit cap that sells out months ahead, which is why the alternatives exist. These 7 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.”
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 4-day Inka Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu, with biking, hiking, hot springs, train travel, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“we loved this trek! good food, fun and good activities. You really get your money worth it, so much knowledge and experience in exchange. Our guide Gustavo was the best, and we miss him deeply❤️”
Review of the 4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu, with hot springs, weaving villages, high passes, Maras, Ollantaytambo, and the Vistadome train.
“Un excellent trek a faire en famille ou entre amis, la difficulté est abordable. Cependant il faut noté que le manque d’oxygène et le froid la nuit diminuent nos capacités physiques. Il fait déjà être sportif ou à minima en bonne condition physique. Les paysages sont époustouflants et le guide suit notre rythme (vous pouvez faire autant de pauses que nécessaire) ! Nos chefs cuisiniers étaient excellent, je recommande vivement !!”
Review of the 4-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with Humantay Lake, glamping, Pachamanca, coffee, and a panoramic train ride.
“Thank you so much for this truly unique experience! Our guide, Filio, was incredible; he took care of us with such patience, professionalism, kindness, and was clearly passionate about his job and providing us with cultural and historical information. I really appreciated the attention to detail and warmth Filio and the team provided during our trek. Our chef, Dionissios, was very good and made sure all our needs were taken care of, serving us delicious hearty meals and surprise treats! Another team member that was always ready to help and always with a smile was Alberto- thank you as well! I would highly recommend Filio as a guide and Trexperience…”
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