Hiking distance: approximately 8 km / 4.97 miles
Hiking time: approximately 5-6 hours
Maximum altitude: 4,200 m / 13,780 ft
Accommodation: Mountain cabin
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks

Your adventure begins early in the morning.

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and begin our journey through the beautiful Andean landscapes to Mollepata, where we'll stop for breakfast.

Afterward, we'll continue to the starting point of our trek (Balcompata), where we'll meet our trekking gear and begin our adventure.

The trail gradually ascends with a few switchbacks until we reach a water channel, leading through the spectacular Soraypampa Valley, while the surrounding mountains become increasingly impressive.

Upon arriving in Soraypampa, we begin our hike to Humantay Lagoon. The trail becomes more challenging as we approach the lagoon, but every step is worthwhile when its turquoise waters and the imposing mountains that surround it appear before us. At 4,200 meters (13,779 feet) above sea level, Humantay Lagoon is one of the greatest natural attractions on this route.

After enjoying the scenery and taking photographs, we return to Soraypampa and enjoy lunch prepared by our mountain chef (around 2 pm) in our mountain cabin.

Then we have the afternoon free to help us acclimatize to the altitude.

As night falls, our chef prepares dinner using fresh, local ingredients.

And then comes one of the most special moments of the day: looking up at the Andean sky, far from the city lights.

Tonight, the mountains will be your backdrop.

Hiking distance: approximately 14 km / 8.7 miles
Hiking time: approximately 6-7 hours
Maximum altitude: 4,630 m / 15,190 ft
Accommodation: Start Domes
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks

Today promises to be the most demanding and spectacular day of our trek.

We wake up early and start the day with a hot coffee or coca tea before beginning the ascent to Salkantay Pass.

The landscape becomes increasingly breathtaking as we gain altitude.

The mountains rise around us, and the terrain takes on a more Andean and majestic character.

At approximately 4,630 meters, we reach the highest point of our journey.

Take a moment to breathe, look around, and appreciate the immensity of the mountains.

This is Salkantay.

Our guide will also explain the ancestral relationship of the Andean communities with the mountains and the tradition of giving thanks to Pachamama, Mother Earth.

From the pass, we begin our descent.

Little by little, the landscape changes from the cold, high-altitude mountains to warmer, greener valleys.

Along the way, we can observe the transformation of the environment and, with a bit of luck, some Andean fauna, such as the viscacha. Once we arrive at Wayracmachay, where our glass domes are located, our mountain chef will give us a culinary lesson on how to prepare our food in the mountains. In the afternoon, we will have free time to appreciate the mountains like Tucarway.

Hiking distance: approximately 20 km / 12.4 miles
Hiking time: approximately 6–7 hours
Altitude: approximately 2,000–2,750 m
Accommodation: Jungle Dome
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today the Andes begin to reveal another side of themselves.

After breakfast, we continue our trek through the cloud forest, following trails surrounded by tropical vegetation, waterfalls, small streams, and farming communities.

As we descend, you'll notice the climate becoming warmer and the vegetation increasingly lush.

During the hike, we'll observe a variety of plants and orchids native to the area, until we reach our lunch spot in Collpapampa.

After lunch, we'll continue our excursion towards Wiñayphoco, where you'll see tropical fruits and try passion fruit juice. In the afternoon, we'll visit a local organic coffee farm.

Here, you'll learn about the journey of Peruvian coffee from plant to cup. You'll discover how the beans are harvested and processed, how they're roasted, and finally, how to prepare a good cup of coffee.

You'll also have the opportunity to taste freshly brewed coffee and meet the local producers. This isn't just a tasting; it's a chance to understand how the families in this part of the cloud forest live and work.

After several hours of hiking, it will be time to slow down. Enjoy a hot shower, relax, and let the sounds of nature replace the noise of everyday life.

In the evening, we'll enjoy dinner surrounded by nature. Tonight, you don't need to look for the sky; you'll sleep under it.

Hiking distance: approximately 15 km / 9.32 miles
Hiking time: approximately 5-6 hours
Maximum altitude: approximately 2,840 m / 9,318 ft
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today, Machu Picchu begins to appear on our horizon. After breakfast, we begin the ascent to Llactapata.

The trail winds through the cloud forest, and as we gain altitude, the valley begins to open up before us. After the climb, one of the most spectacular views of the entire trek unfolds:

Machu Picchu across the valley. From Llactapata, you can contemplate the ancient Inca citadel from a completely different perspective.

Take your time. Enjoy the scenery, take photographs, and savor this moment. Here, you'll understand that the journey is not just about the destination.

After enjoying the viewpoint, we descend into the valley and continue our journey to the home of a local family, where we'll stop for lunch.

In addition to enjoying a meal prepared with local products, this visit allows us to directly support a local family and experience a more authentic side of life in the valley.

After lunch, we continue to Hidroeléctrica, where we'll board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, we'll check into our hotel. You'll have time to take a shower, explore the town, or simply relax.

In the evening, we'll enjoy dinner and prepare for the big day ahead. Tomorrow, you'll visit Machu Picchu.