Peru · INCA TRAIL AND SALKANTAY TREKS
Four days over Dead Woman’s Pass, or five around the back of Salkantay with the glacier on your shoulder. The 15 here are compared on permits, camps, porter loads and what happens on the last morning, plus the two-day option for anyone short of time.
Review of Alpaca Expeditions’ 4-day Inca Trail trek, with practical advice on fitness, camps, meals, guides, price, and Machu Picchu.
“Jose and Nancy were the best guides ever. It was an unforgettable experience and we would not have been able to make it through without our amazing guides. Our group was awesome and the porters and chef were superstars! Go super hikers!”
Trek the classic 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with camping, expert guides, porters, hearty meals, and a scenic Vistadome train ride.
“The guides are passionate, empathetic and genuine. They care so much about what they’re teaching you as well as your success and safety. The porters are super human and work so hard to ensure you are comfortable and cared for. The views are spectacular and leave you speechless. 10/10 trip with every cent!”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek from Cusco, with Humantay Lake, mountain camps, Machu Picchu, meals, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Wonderful people, sights, and food all in one package. It will kick your butt but it's well worth it.”
Review of the 4-day Salkantay Trek with Sky Camp, covering Humantay Lake, Salkantay Pass, Machu Picchu, meals, lodging, costs, and difficulty.
“This is a breath-taking trek, both physically and visually. Marcos our guide was fantastic and truly poured all his energy and heart into giving us the best and most memorable trip possible. The trek is challenging, but some parts can be made easier with the aid of horses, etc, but this will cost extra. An amazing trip, definitely make time for it!”
Review of Alpaca Expeditions’ 2-day Short Inca Trail, with route details, costs, hiking advice, Machu Picchu access, and booking tips.
“This was an amazing experience. The tour guide Victor was outstanding, funny and very informative. The food, amazing! I will say the hike was difficult… but it made it all worth it when we got to Machu Picchu for the breathtaking views. I highly recommend this tour! Outstanding experience !”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek with glass cabins, domes, Hobbit House stays, meals, guides, and Machu Picchu access.
“Alpaca Expéditions est vraiment une équipe extraordinaire ! Ils sont vigilants et dévoués. Une aventure magnifique !”
Review of the 2-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, with Wiñay Wayna, Sun Gate, guided visits, hotel stay, and Vistadome train.
“A lot of fun with breathtaking views. Memorable activity, sights and vacation activity!! The guides Juan de dios and Sebastian were very kind, helpful, informative and caring. Good guys!!”
Review of Rainbow Mountain from Cusco: a high-altitude trek with transport, meals, guide support, mountain views, and practical planning advice.
“Ernesto made me feel welcome from the beginning. He was concerned for me during the trek and checked in with me several times. I appreciated his concern and professionalism. Our driver William was kind and very skilled. He was the first to greet me when I made it down the mountain!”
Review of the 2-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa, covering the tough climb, guides, meals, lodging, costs, hot springs, and practical tips.
“Great tour with Oasis travels. Communication was good, guides were knowledgeable and fun, food was tasty. The hike is beautiful and easy. You only need some good endurance to hike out the next morning”
Review the 5-day Premium Salkantay Trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with high-altitude hikes, private camps, meals, guides, and practical tips.
“An unbelievable experience with the most breathtaking views. Our guide Anthony was great fun, full of knowledge, patience and enthusiasm, we couldn’t have asked for better. We had our own chef throughout by the name of Denis who Read more”
Review of the 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with expert guides, camps, meals, porter support, permits, and practical planning advice.
“It is a very unique and exciting experience to learn about the Inca heritage while enjoying the magnificent jungle scenery. All the hiking arrangements were going by the plan. All the staff were friendly and food was well prepared. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.”
Review the Humantay Lake trek from Cusco, with transport, breakfast, lunch, altitude advice, costs, horses, and practical hiking tips.
“The lake and guide was great but driver not so much. The bus was very cold. I had a thermal shirt, plus a winter coat and insulated boots and still cold. I asked for them to turn up the heat but the guide explained the driver doesn't like it too hot. Well la-de-da I thought I was the paying customer! Then his driving was dangerous. Fast corners, on the line with semi trucks coming. He would do tight passes and once lammed on the brakes and I looked and there was police car sitting but didn't pull him over. On the curvy gravel road he was always catching up to…”
Review of the 4-day Lares Valley Trek with hot springs, Quechua villages, camping, local guides, and Machu Picchu for $650.
“My experience with this trail/hike has been amazing. The guides Saúl Guerra and Jose Santos were great at showing us everything there is to know, and you could see they were enthusiastic about the knowledge they shared.”
Review of the 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, with mountain views, camping, meals, guides, costs, and practical tips.
“This was a once in a lifetime experience which was made even better by our fantastic tour guide Manolo, along with his crew of Raymundo, Rosalio & Elario. We learnt about the local history of each area and saw some breathtaking views on Read more”
Review of the 4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu, with remote villages, hot springs, mountain passes, camping, trains, and a guided ruin tour.
“My first visit to Peru and high altitude trekking experience. Sam Travel Peru met all our needs and expectations. Transportation to and from CUZ/local hotels were included and definitely made logistics easier. The hike itself was amazing. Incredible views both day and night. Our guide, Adner, was knowledgeable about Inca history and local cultures. He did a great job managing a group with different hiking abilities and speeds. The food provided was excellent, especially considering it was prepared in a tent. You will not go hungry. Our horseman worked hard as well. Would definitely recommend and use again. Only negative was a local strike that was beyond SAM Travel’s control…”
Coast, canyon, altiplano and jungle, and the best of each.
