Salkantay Inca Trail 6 Days to Machu Picchu
This 6 day Salkantay Inca Trail trek will take you on a mystical trail with much less people than the classic 5 day Salkantay trek, passing by the incredible snow-capped peak (apu Salkantay) (6,271 m/ 20,574 ft) and lesser known Inca ruins to reach the 4 day Classic or Traditional Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Salkantay and Inca Trail 6 days combines the best of both trails – Perfect for those hikers who want to have a mystical experience performing different ceremonies along this trail to reach Machu Picchu through the incredible sun gate.
We offer this combination Salkantay trek plus Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, for those trekkers who want to walk on a peaceful and less crowded trail, but still experience a wild trek and the Classic Inca Trail in the Andes. The Salkantay Inca Trail 6 days will offer you unique moments in your life where you will have the opportunity to make ceremonies to the different apus (sacred mountains) with coca leaves and give offerings to the Pachamama (mother earth), it will definitely be a different experience than the rest of the travel agencies, this trek is located along steep mountains, cloud forests and the lush flora and fauna of the Andes.
The Inca Trail Salkantay 6 Days offers a totally different experience from the rest of the others especially the first 3 days will be a very quiet trail where there will be time to meditate, talk about these magical places before entering the Classic Inca Trail. The ecosystem and the diversity of flora and fauna are incredible on both trails. The Salkantay plus Inca Trail tour is for adventurers and travelers looking for a little more appreciation of life and awareness of humanity, privacy and authenticity with more breathtaking views. Join us on this Salkantay & Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu where we will show you the most original of our Inca culture.
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Dia 1: Cusco – Mollepata – Soraypampa – Salkantay pampa
We’ll leave Cusco at 5:45 am. After passing the town Mollepata (3000m/9843f), we’ll head for soraypampa (3400m/11155f), where we’ll meet the rest of our trekking team, and begin hiking into a magnificent valley surrounded by impressive snow-capped mountains, such as the Humantay (5217m/17116f) and the Salkantay (6264m/20551f). Our campsite will be at Salkantay pampa (3900m/12795f).
- Walking Distance: 8 km / 4,4 miles
- Overnight Accommodations: Camping facilities
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
- Campsite elevation: 4200m / 14,104ft.
Difficulty: moderate
L , D Meals
5 HOURS Walking Time
8 km / 4,4 miles Walking Distance
MODERATE TO CHALLENGE Level of Difficulty
3900m/11155f) Starting Altitude
4215 MASL / 14532 FEETS Highest Altitude -
2 Day: Salkantay pampa – Salkantay pass – Sisay pampa
After breakfast, we’ll continue our journey around midmorning and head for the highest mountain pass in the park of Machu Picchu: the Salkantay pass (5200m/17060f).
From there, we’ll have an exceptional view of the snow-capped Salkantay (6264m/20551). Afterward, we’ll descend to the next campsite, Sisay pampa (3700m/12139f).
- Hiking Distance: 14km / 8,6 miles
- Overnight Accommodations: Camping facilities
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
- Campsite elevation: 3700m / 12,136ft
- Difficulty: Challenging
B , L , D Meals
7 HOURS Walking Time
14km / 8,6 miles Walking Distance
CHALLENGE Level of Difficulty
4200 MASL / 14372 FEETS Starting Altitude
4800 MASL / 15324 FEETS Highest Altitude -
3rd Day: Sisay pampa – Canal of the Inca – Wayllabamba
At dawn. our trek leads us to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We’ll pass little creeks and visit several small archeological sites. Our trek today ends at Wayllabamba (3000m/9843f), both our camping site and the starting point for the Classic Inca Trail the next morning.
- Hiking Distance: 15km / 9,3 miles
- Overnight Accommodations: Camping facilities
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
- Campsite elevation: 3800m / 12,460ft
- Difficulty: Challenging
B , L ,D Meals
7 HOURS Walking Time
15km / 9,3 miles Walking Distance
CHALLENGE Level of Difficulty
4200 MASL / 14372 FEETS Starting Altitude
4200 MASL / 14372 FEETS Highest Altitude -
4th Day: Wayllabamba – Warmiwañusca – Pacaymayu
To maximize your enjoyment of the beautiful panorama and mystical atmosphere, our day starts early in the morning. Our trek takes us to the valleys of Yuncachimpa (3300m/10827f) and Lulluchapampa (3850/12631f) and finally to Warmiwañusca pass (4200m/13780f), which offers an impressive view of the snow-capped Verónica mountain.
After a short break at the summit, we’ll continue hiking down to our campsite Pacaymayu (3500m/11483f).
- Hiking Distance: 16km / 10 miles
- Overnight Accommodations: Camping facilities
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
- Campsite elevation: 3600m / 11,808ft
- Difficulty: Challenging
B , L , D Meals
7 HOURS Walking Time
10 KM / 4 MILES Walking Distance
CHALLENGE Level of Difficulty
3000 MASL / 1050 FEETS Starting Altitude
3600 MASL Highest Altitude -
5th Day: Pacaymayu – Runkurakay – Chaquicocha – Wiñayhuayna
We begin hiking after a delicious breakfast, and the anticipation of enjoying the most beautiful day of the trek. First, we’ll arrive at the archeological site of Runkurakay (3050m/10000f). Perched on a rocky outcrop, this site was supposed to be a “tambo,” a place for storing food and for messengers to rest.
We ascend to a pass at an altitude of 3950m/12960f, before descending to the ruins of Sayacmarca (3600m/11810f), a small city composed of a maze of narrow streets, houses, terraces, and fountains.
The path continues as we go by an Inca tunnel and then walk through a forest, before reaching the last pass, at an altitude of 3700m/12140f.
Below, we’ll see the ruin of Phuyupatamarca, “City Above the Clouds”, which includes an Inca relay station, impressive circular walls and an ingenious system of aqueducts that still supplies the baths with water.
We’ll enjoy a superb view of snow-capped peaks and the Urubamba Valley. Your descent to the other side is under a thick canopy of bamboo.You’ll also see the extraordinary ruins of Wiñay Wayna (2650m/8694f) on a rocky spur in the heart of the forest and overlooking the Urubamba Valley. Dominated by a vast array of Inca terraces, the urban complex is separated in two by a grand staircase leading to a ceremonial area.
This is our campsite for the night.- Hiking Distance: 10km / 6,2 miles
- Overnight Accommodations: Camping facilities
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
- Campsite elevation: 2650m / 8694ft
- Difficulty: Easy
B , L , D Meals
9 HOURS Walking Time
10km / 6,2 miles Walking Distance
CHALLENGE Level of Difficulty
3600 MASL / 12954 FEETS Starting Altitude
4000 MASL / 12543 FEETS Highest Altitude -
6th Day: Wiñayhuayna – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Cusco
After our breakfast around 5:00 am, we’ll head – equipped with our flashlights – to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and Wayna Picchu.
Around 8:00 am, we’ll visit the citadel of Machu Picchu (2400m//7874f) and enjoy its spiritual charm during a guided tour of about two hours. Afterwards, you’ll have time to explore the archeological site on your own.
We’ll leave Aguas Calientes in the afternoon.
- Hiking Distance: 5km / 3,1 miles
- Meals: Breakfast.
- Campsite elevation: 2650m / 8694ft
- Approximate walking time: 2 hour
B Meals
3 HOURS Walking Time
6 KM / 3 MILES Walking Distance
MODERATE Level of Difficulty
2600 MASL / 7643 FEETS Starting Altitude
2900 MASL / 100 FETTS Highest Altitude
What’s Included For Salkantay trek Inca trail 6 days to machu Picchu?
- Trekking briefing the night before at your hotel with your trekking guide where your guide will overview the trek and provide the duffle bags which will be carried by our porters.
- Pick up from your hotel and transfer back
- Transfer in private transport to km82 ( trailhead )
- sleeping tents (we only put 2 in each tent) very spacious, large and comfortable with plenty of room to fit your trekking gear and your day packs
- Foam mats to put under your sleeping bag (carried by horses)
- Dining and cooking tents with tables and chairs (very comfortable)
- English-speaking professional guide (2 guides for groups over 10 people)
- Meals per day, tea social/happy hour every afternoon, snacks every morning
- Portable private toilet tent
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
- Chef, cooking equipment and kitchen tent
- Porters (to carry tents, food, cooking equipment)
- Drinking water every morning, lunch, happy hour, and dinner time and water for washing your feet and hands
- Expedition Tourist class train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, then a private Van to transfer back to your hotel in Cusco
- Entrance to Machu Picchu Archaeological Complex
- Bus tickets from Machu Picchu
- 2 hour Private Guided tour of Machu Picchu with plenty of time to explore on your own
- Climb to the Sun Gate.
- 7 kg /15 lb luggage allowance to be carried by our porters (you will trek only with your day pack which is way more comfortable than carrying a big bag!)
- We are a locally owned Peruvian company with the best adventure guides, professional chef, and amazing porters.
- We will create a the trip of a lifetime experience for you.
- Taxes included
What’s not Included For salkntay trek inca trail trek to machu picchu ?
- Breakfast on the first day
- Dinner on the last day
- Sleeping bag (this can be rented from the company for $20 for the entire trek)
- Walking sticks (this can be rented from the company $15 for the entire trek)
- Optional inflatable sleeping pad (7cm/3″) (you can rent from the company $20)
- Tips for the crew
Prices: salkantay trek inca trail 6 days to machu picchu
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2023 through January 2024. All prices quoted are $USD
- Group service $850
- per person
Discounts Student Discount 20$ dollars
- Under 15 years will pay as a student: US$20.00
- Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00
Optional Extras (Need to Book in Advance):
- Machu Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 75.00 (Need to book in advance)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 75.00 (Need to book in advance)
