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Day 1 Welcome To Cusco! & Evening Orientation (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Cusco! & Evening Orientation (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Welcome to the Incan Empire!

A private transfer will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel.

In the evening, you will meet and get to know your guide and your travel group for a general orientation before your journey, you may ask all the questions you have, it’s the perfect opportunity for a general trip briefing and Q&A, it will last approximately 45 minutes.

Get ready for a fun adventure!

Meals included: -
Day 2 Cusco To Salkantay Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cusco To Salkantay Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

After an early breakfast, your local guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco.

The first stop is a visit to the Quillarumiyoc archaeological site en route to the mountain village of Mollepata. Enjoy lunch at El Pedregal, a beautiful farmhouse in the village, where you will also have the opportunity to learn about local agriculture and livestock.

After lunch, you will take a scenic ride to Coronilla Ranch to meet and get to know your horse. Along with the MLP equestrian team, you will then begin your ride to Soraypampa, a great opportunity for everyone to acclimate to the altitude while enjoying a beautiful 3-4 hour ride to the Salkantay Lodge that takes its name from the majestic peak at the head of the valley. [Mt. Salkantay is the second most sacred peak in Inca mythology and, at 6,270m (20,600 ft), is the highest in the region.]

Upon arrival, our friendly staff will welcome you and show you to your room, where you can freshen up before tea time and a fireside trip briefing with your guide. In the evening, enjoy snacks and dinner before settling in to rest for the next day’s ride.

Meals included: Breakfasr, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Horseback Ride To Lake Humantay And The Chakana (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Horseback Ride To Lake Humantay And The Chakana (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Today’s excursion takes us first to Humantay Lake, fed by glaciers far above on the slopes of the impressive Mt. Humantay.

Our 1-hour ride there is followed by a short 20-minute walk, which is necessary in order to reach the lake, but the view is well worth it and those brave enough can go for a swim! After a short snack break we hike back down to where we left the horses, and from where we begin a 30-minute ride to our next dismount spot: the gateway to the “Chakana” (the mystical

Cross of the Incas, located on a viewpoint high above Soraypampa). From here, we begin a one-hour excursion on foot to our destination, the actual “Chakana”. This excursion will allow you to enjoy the best views of the Soraypampa Valley, Mt. Salkantay, and Mt. Humantay, and is truly one of the high points of our journey!

A mystical offering to Mother Earth (or “Pachamama”) at the Chakana, performed by a local Shaman, in full view of the awe-inspiring Mt. Salkantay, tops off this unique experience. We return to the lodge for lunch with your afternoon at leisure, after which you may choose to trade the glacial swim for a relaxing soak in our outdoor jacuzzi. Additionally, there is the option of riding out again for a couple of hours in the surrounding area.

In the evening, the guide briefs us on gear and the itinerary for the following day. All meals are served at the Lodge.

Meals included: Breakfasr, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 The Salkantay Pass To Wayra Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

The Salkantay Pass To Wayra Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Today we continue our journey towards Machu Picchu, riding up the Rio Blanco valley and circling Humantay Peak across from Salkantay Peak.

The highest point of the ride is the Salkantay Pass at 4,638 meters (15,213 ft). At the pass, we stop to take in views of snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba Range in every direction, with the glaciated south face of Salkantay towering above us.

We will keep our eyes out for Andean condors, often visible in this area. From the pass we descend towards the Wayra Lodge, (“Wayra”: wind; from the name of the location “Wayracmachay”: ‘the cave where the wind lives’) our destination for the evening.

A hot lunch is taken en route; dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Meals included: Breakfasr, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Journey Into The Cloud Forest To Colpa Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Journey Into The Cloud Forest To Colpa Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

On this day we enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Wayra Lodge, and then we continue downhill above the Salkantay River, descending into the cloud forest, through increasingly verdant scenery.

We can feel the warm air rising from the jungle, accompanied by colorful butterflies and striking orchids. Upon arrival at Colpa Lodge, we are greeted with a Pachamanca, a traditional festive Peruvian meal cooked by layering meat and vegetables with hot stones.

Everything is then covered with hot stones, plantain leaves, high Andean grass, and local herbs, and the contents are baked in this underground oven. Colpa Lodge is located on an open plateau at the confluence of three rivers. The outdoor jacuzzi has panoramic views of lush green mountains.

We spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring the nearby orchid trail. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Meals included: Breakfasr, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Santa Teresa River Valley To Lucma Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Santa Teresa River Valley To Lucma Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Today we ride along the Santa Teresa river valley, through more populated rural areas. We pass through bananas, passion fruit, avocado orchards, and coffee plantations. The coffee grown here is said to be one of the best organic coffees in the world. Our ride takes us to the beginning of the “Llactapata Inca Trail”, which is where we say goodbye to our horses and equestrian staff.

A short 30-minute walk through an avocado orchard brings us to Lucma Lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Meals included: Breakfasr, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Llactapata Pass To Aguas Calientes (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Llactapata Pass To Aguas Calientes (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

After a hearty breakfast, we tackle the last day of our trek. At this point, we will say goodbye to our beautiful horses and get ready for a 3 hour-hike towards Llactapata Pass (2,736 m/8,974ft), where we come upon a distant but spectacular view of Machu Picchu Sanctuary from the southeast, a view few travelers ever get a chance to admire.

We take a short break to explore the Llactapata Ruins, which have recently been restored. Lunch is served from a scenic viewpoint, looking out to Machu Picchu. After which we begin our final descent to the Aobamba River through lush bamboo forests, orchards, and coffee plantations.

Celebrate as you cross the bridge over the river and take your final steps of the trek to board a train for a scenic ride (approx. 1 hour) from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes, the town of Machu Picchu.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Crown Jewel Of Peru: Machu Picchu Sanctuary
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Crown Jewel Of Peru: Machu Picchu Sanctuary

After a very early breakfast at the hotel, you will make your way to the bus station for the ride up to Machu Picchu Sanctuary (approximately 30 minutes). Your local guide will give an introductory 2-hour guided tour of the ruins, after which you can explore freely through the site for approximately 2 hours. Afterward, you will meet up with your guide again to return by bus to Aguas Calientes for a late lunch and an afternoon train ride back toward Cusco.

The ride from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo takes about 1½ hours, from where your driver will then take over for the drive back to Cusco (an additional 1½ hours). Upon arrival in Cusco (approximately 7 or 8 p.m.), you will be dropped off at your hotel for a well-earned rest.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9 Private Transfer Cusco To Cusco Airport (Cuz)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Private Transfer Cusco To Cusco Airport (Cuz)

From your hotel, a private transfer will take you to Cuzco Airport for your flight back home.

Safe Travels!

Meals included: Breakfast

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9 Days Horseback Riding: Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu - L

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Itinerary of your trip 9 Days Horseback Riding: Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu - L

Welcome To Cusco! & Evening Orientation (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Cusco To Salkantay Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Horseback Ride To Lake Humantay And The Chakana (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

The Salkantay Pass To Wayra Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Journey Into The Cloud Forest To Colpa Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Santa Teresa River Valley To Lucma Lodge (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Llactapata Pass To Aguas Calientes (The Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu)

Crown Jewel Of Peru: Machu Picchu Sanctuary

Private Transfer Cusco To Cusco Airport (Cuz)

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