Embark on one of the most extraordinary multi-day expeditions in Peru with our Six Day Salkantay Trek plus Classic Inca Trail, a unique adventure that blends the raw beauty of the Salkantay region with the timeless magic of the ancient Inca Trail. This immersive Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail experience takes you through dramatically changing ecosystems—from high-Andean glaciers beneath the sacred Salkantay Mountain to lush cloud forests and jungle pathways leading straight into the heart of the Inca Empire. Designed for travelers seeking an exceptional trekking challenge, the Salkantay Trek & Classic Inca Trail Hike 6 Days offers a rare opportunity to combine two of the most iconic routes into one unforgettable journey. Hike remote paths, visit ancient archaeological sites, explore hidden valleys, and enter Machu Picchu through the famed Sun Gate, just as the Incas once did. This exclusive route—also known as the Salkantay & 4 Day Inca Trail Trek—is ideal for experienced hikers, nature lovers, and adventurers looking for a more complete and culturally enriching expedition. Over 6 Days / 5 Nights, you will follow the sacred pilgrimage route to Machu Picchu, connecting the legendary Salkantay Trail with the world-famous Classic Inca Trail, culminating in a breathtaking sunrise arrival at the Lost City of the Incas. Whether you choose a group departure or our Salkantay Trek and Inca Trail Private Tour 6 Days, this adventure delivers incredible diversity, superior guiding, and a deeper connection to Andean history. If you seek the most rewarding way to reach Machu Picchu, the Salkantay trek and Inca Trail 6 Days tour is the perfect choice—an inspiring combination of mountain wilderness, ancient engineering, and living culture.
Join us and complete the ultimate Andean challenge: Salkantay and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu—a journey that elevates your spirit and reveals the true majesty of Peru.
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6 Days Salkantay Trek + Classic Inca Trail

Machu Picchu (twice!) ✓ Salkantay Trek ✓ Inca Trail ✓

Day 1: Cusco –Soraypampa –Humantay lake –Salkantaypampa

Day 3 : Pampacahuana – Paucarcancha – Llulluchapampa

Wake up to the first light over Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m).
Today is the most challenging and rewarding day as you ascend toward the Salkantay Pass, enjoying panoramic views of Andean peaks, wildlife, and dramatic valleys. Then descend gradually to Ichupata and continue to your campsite near Pampacahuana, an isolated valley touched by ancient Andean traditions.
A delicious dinner awaits at camp—perfect after a full day on the remote Salkantay Trail..

Day 2: Salkantaypampa – Incachiriaska – Pampacahuana

Your adventure begins with an early hotel pickup in Cusco and a scenic drive to Soraypampa, the gateway to the Salkantay region. Hike to the stunning turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, surrounded by glacier peaks.
After lunch, continue to the Salkantay Base Camp where you’ll enjoy a warm dinner under an incredible star-filled sky.
This first day sets the tone for your Salkantay trekking – Inca Trail combination adventure.​.

Early in the morning we will leave our campsite at Pampacawana and make our way down the valley to join the Inca Trail at Wayllabamba. Along the way, we will visit many Incas sites that correspond to the greater Inca trail system, such as ‘Paucarcancha, and Wayllabamba, Our guides will make sure you explore these ancient sites and give you the proper historical and archaeological information about them. Our goal for the day is to check in with the Machu Picchu park rangers and enter officially into the NAtional Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Our Campiste for the day is Ayapata.. Our Campiste for the day is llulluchapampa.This is where your trip becomes the perfect fusion of the Salkantay Trek and Classic Inca Trail.​

Day 4 : Llulluchapampa- Phuyupatamarca

This is a challenging day for us. We will keep climbing the mountain towards the Abra de Huarmihuañusca/’Dead Woman’s Pass’ 4200m/13779ft. The views from here are simply amazing. Once we get to the the highest point and we take the mandatory pictures, we will proceed to go downhill for about 2.5 hours, toward Pacayamayo, our lunch spot. After we reach this place and we have a good day resting we will continue the hike in the afgternoon.
In the second part of this day, we will climb the second mountain pass of the inca trail. Along the way, we will visit the unique incan sites of Runcuracay’ and ‘Sayacmarca’ and gaze at the magnificient scenery as you pass through the lovely cloud forest. Our campsite will be located right outside the Inca site of ‘Phuyupatamarca’ (meaning ‘Town in the Clouds’).This is a highlight day of the Salkantay and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu journey.​

Day 5 : Phuyupatamarca – Machu Picchu

Begin with a gentle hike through Inca stone paths carved into the mountainside.
Visit Phuyupatamarca, the “Town Above the Clouds,” then descend through lush forest toward Wiñay Wayna, one of the most stunning Inca sites of the entire trail. In the afternoon, follow the trail toward the sacred Sun Gate (Inti Punku) for your first unforgettable view of Machu Picchu. Continue to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night in a comfortable hotel before your final day.. Once Machu Picchu is closed we will take a 30 minute bus ride toward Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night.

Day 6 :Machu Picchu Tour and Return to Cusco.

Your final day begins early with a bus ride back up to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a complete guided exploration of the temples, terraces, plazas, and hidden corners of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. After your tour, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch before boarding the train back to Cusco, marking the end of your unforgettable Salkantay Inca Trail Machu Picchu adventure.. In the afternoon, we will catch our train back to Cusco.

This Expedition at a Glance

• Route: Salkantay Trek + Classic Inca Trail

• Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

• Style: Expedition, cultural immersion, high-mountain trekking

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WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

EXTRAS. Confort package usd 120.00
Sleeping Bag –per trek (It will be clean and warm)
Air Mattress –per trek (Therma rest mattresses)
Walking Poles - per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
Pillow per trek:

• Lunch on the last day

• Entry to Huayna Picchu -$80 USD

• Vistadome – $80

• Last lunch

• Extra activities

• Additional horse for extra personal luggage in addition of the one for personal item allowance

• Optional upgrade (train and hotel)

• IMPORTANT: Some of the reasons that our price may be higher than that of other agencies are the following:
  We ALWAYS book the maximum number of porters possible (according to Inca Trail regulations) so that our porters are not overloaded.
  We are the only tour operators hiring women to work as porters on the Inca Trail. We believe that THERE IS NO such thing as SUSTAINABILITY without women Inclusion .
  Also, We are the only travel operator in Peru that supplies porters with proper tents, sleeping pads and adequate food for this type of activity.
  Beware of this when booking they might be cheaper because of this!

• 2 people (minimum group size) should have a maximum of 5 porters and 16 people (max group size) should have 22 porters.

• ** Tips for porters, cooks or guides are optional and are NOT included in our price. However our advice is that you tip our staff based on their performance, service and knowledge. Our guidelines for tipping our staff is the following:

• Each porter gets 100 Soles, each assistant cook 150 Soles, the Main Chef gets 300 Soles.

• Assistant Tour guides can be tipped collectively by the members of the group, we suggest a 5% of the total cost of the tour.

• Main guides are tipped on a one on one basis and based on their performance. Tour guides are professional people who spend a lot of time training in different other fields such archaelogy, history and WFA. We suggest people to consider tipping our guide a 10% to 15% of the value of your tour.

• Train included in all tours is the Expedition train (to Ollanta). Train times will only be confirmed once full amount of tour is paid. The earliest train you could take is the 2:55 PM and the 9:20 PM being the last train (high season June to September). We will organize the transport back to Cusco (by taxi or by bus).

• Transfer from the airport to your hotel for free

• Pick up at your hotel in the morning of the trek departure

• Private transport from Cusco to Soraypampa (starting point of the trek)

• Entrance fee to the Inca Trail

• Entry fee to Machu Picchu

• English speaking, experienced professional guide

• Private guided tour of Machu Picchu

• Comfortable tents (sleeping 2 people in a 4 person tent)

• All camping equipment such as: dining tent, table, chairs, kitchen tent and toilet tent

• All the gear for our porters and cook

• 3 Bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu

• First Aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle

• Expedition Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo

• Private transport from Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco

• Hotel in Aguas Calientes with private room and bathroom

• Porters, horseman and pack horses, to carry all camping and personal equipment (5 kilos of your personal items such as extra clothes, you need to include the sleeping bag in the 5kgs, carried by our horses and porters).***

• Provision of a horse in case of emergency such as illness, to ensure trek can be completed by all participants

• Comfortable foam mattress and camping pillow

• Boiled water for drinking and washing purposes

• Taxes

***On the Salkantay portion of the trek, your camping gear will be carried by pack horses. To protect the trail, horses are not allowed on the Inca Trail. For this section of your trek, your camping gear will be carried by porters.

Pricing Per Person:2025

1 people US$1850 per person
2 people US$1250 per person
3 people US$1200 per person
4 people US$1150 per person
5 people US$1100 per person
6 people US$1050 per person
7+ people US$1000 per person.

Included Services:

Experienced Guides: Our guides at Inca Land Adventures are seasoned professionals who have studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They possess a deep knowledge of the region and are dedicated to sharing their heritage with you. Combining professionalism with a friendly demeanor, they ensure your safety and enjoyment throughout the journey.
Permits and Machu Picchu Access: To trek the Inca Trail, you need permits obtained only through licensed operators like Inca Land Adventures. Upon receiving your details and deposit, we secure your permits, which include entry to Machu Picchu. These permits are non-transferable once confirmed, although passport number updates are possible.
Pre-Trek Briefing: The evening before your adventure, join us at our office for a comprehensive briefing with your guide and fellow trekkers. Here, you’ll receive your duffel bag, which our porters will transport while you hike. Remember, pack efficiently, as the duffel should weigh no more than 5kg and include essential items like your sleeping bag and air mattress.
Personal Porter: We provide a dedicated porter to carry your duffel bag throughout the trek, ensuring your comfort without any additional charges. Your duffel bag will be accessible only at the evening campsite and should adhere to weight restrictions.
Environmentally Conscious Porters: Our porter team at Inca Land Adventures is known for their dedication and hard work. Adhering to strict weight limits, they handle all camping equipment and food, while also assisting with camp setup and breakdown. We prioritize the well-being of our porters, ensuring fair treatment and supporting their families through various social initiatives.
Culinary Delights: Indulge in the culinary creations of our talented chefs, who craft delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. From nutritious soups to hearty mains and delectable desserts, every dish is prepared with care. We accommodate dietary restrictions to ensure everyone enjoys their meals.
Hydration Support: Stay hydrated during your trek with our provided clean water at each meal. We prioritize your well-being by filtering and cooling the water to combat altitude effects. Remember to bring enough water for the first morning of the trail.
Quality Equipment: Inca Land Adventures utilizes top-tier equipment, including sturdy tents and dining facilities for your comfort. Each client receives a pillow and foam sleeping pad, while dining equipment and other essentials are provided.
Hotel-to-Hotel Service: Enjoy hassle-free transportation from your hotel to the starting point of your trek and back. Our comfortable vans ensure a smooth journey, allowing you to focus on the adventure ahead.
Transportation and Train Service: Your trek logistics include bus tickets to Machu Picchu, as well as a tourist-class train journey from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. For those seeking upgraded amenities, we offer the option to upgrade to the Vista dome train for an additional fee.
First Aid and Safety: Your safety is paramount to us. Our guides undergo regular training by medical professionals and carry comprehensive first-aid kits and oxygen tanks. In case of emergencies, we ensure swift evacuation and medical attention.
Inca Land Difference:
Ethical Treatment of Porters: At Inca Land Adventures, we prioritize the well-being of our porters, providing fair wages, essential gear, and support for their families. Our commitment extends to social initiatives aimed at improving their quality of life.
Promoting Equality: We champion diversity and inclusivity within our team, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and genders. Our goal is to achieve gender parity, empowering women to excel in roles traditionally dominated by men.
Sustainability: Inca Land Adventures is dedicated to sustainable tourism practices, minimizing environmental impact and promoting responsible travel. We prioritize leaving no trace on our treks and support local communities through eco-friendly initiatives.
DISCOUNTS.- 18 to 25 years old: $30 USD Information required on student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date etc. A copy of the card is required at booking for government approval for discount.
Under 18 years old: $30 USD Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Under 11 years old: $40 USD Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Group of 5 or more: $30 USD – All you need is to book the trek together at the same time.
EXTRAS
Personal tent- $40 USD – (Tent is for single trekkers only)
Vista dome Train Upgrade –$80 USD per person (Return Only)
Huayna Picchu Mountain –$80 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Machu Picchu Mountain – $80 USD per person (Please request when you book your Trek)
Single supplement-$35 USD per night (for solo travelers with single room)
**Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain are optional treks within Machu Picchu Citadel which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
ADDED VALUES FOR FREE
TRANSFER – from the Airport to Hotel (Cusco Only)
DUFFEL BAG– included in the trekking price!
BOILED WATER is included along the Inca Trail
OXYGEN TANK will be available along the trek
TIPS FOR OUR PORTERS
IMPORTANT: Some of the reasons that our price may be higher than that of other agencies are the following:
We ALWAYS book the maximum number of porters possible (according to Inca Trail regulations) so that our porters are not overloaded.
Also, We are the only travel operator in Peru that supplies porters with proper tents, sleeping pads and adequate food for this type of activity.
We always we take care our horseman’s and horses during our alternative treks so tipping it will be the seem as for the porters.