Luxury Peru Vacations + Salkantay Trek 12D/11N

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Overview

For an unforgettable Luxury Peru Vacations with adventure, take this 12 day trek. This is the most complete and high end way to travel through the Salkantay Trek. For luxury trips to Peru exploring the Andes, this is the trip for you.

The Luxury Peru Vacations begin in Lima. Enjoy all seamless hotel transfers from and to the airport. Enjoy this free day in this amazing city next to the Pacific Ocean.

After the flight to Cusco, the exploration starts right away.  We’ll begin our two day Sacred Valley exploration. Our luxury trips to Peru give you more time to enjoy all attractions.

In Cusco, you’ll have a special city tour. We’ll focus on cultural experiences. You will visit traditional markets and the cultural center of Cusco.

The true adventure begins with the Salkantay Trek, starting at Tarawasi and progressing through different comfortable lodges. Enjoy restful days and challenging treks. For the utmost convenience we take the trek with ease.

Your Luxury Peru Vacations culminates with a visit to Machu Picchu. Explore this ancient wonder as part of your Luxury Peru Vacations. The return to Cusco will be that day.

The journey concludes in Lima’s Barranco district. You will be able to explore historical streets and art galleries. After the last airport transfer this Peru travel will be over. Machu Picchu Luxury Travel will make sure you have the best experience.

Why Choose Machu Picchu Luxury Travel?

Traveling with Machu Picchu Luxury Travel will be a delightful adventure. From the historic streets of Lima to the heights of Machu Picchu. This is one of the best ways to enjoy the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu.

Explore the Sacred Valley’s charms in more than a day. You’ll be able to get to experience impressive archaeological sites and living culture spaces.

Along the Salkantay Trek, enjoy high-end lodges. The hike will have resting days. This experience has a different rhythm.

It is not about filling to the maximum an itinerary. It’s about having the best experience possible in the most comfortable way. Luxury Peru Vacations always ensure first grade accommodations with  all the adventure you want.

Departure & Return Location

International Lima Airport

Departure Time

Depending on your arrival time

Included

  • Hotel transfers in Lima and Cusco
  • Luxury accommodations throughout the tour
  • Professional bilingual tour guides
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned archaeological sites
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • Private transportation throughout the tour
  • Salkantay Trek entrances (lodge accommodations)
  • Train from Machu Picchu
  • Extra activities mention on the itinerary
  • 24/7 customer support on site

Not Included

  • International airfare to and from Peru
  • Travel visa fees
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary (Opportunities to try local restaurants)
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and minibar purchases
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and service staff
  • Additional nights' accommodation before or after the tour
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Souvenirs and shopping
  • Health and travel insurance

Recommended to carry

  • Passport and travel documents
  • Comfortable hiking boots
  • Lightweight, breathable clothing
  • Warm layers for cool evenings and nights
  • Waterproof jacket or rain poncho (lightway)
  • Sun hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen and lip balm with high SPF
  • Insect repellent
  • Daypack
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Camera with extra batteries or charger
  • Personal medications
  • Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Binoculars
Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Lima

Your Luxury Peru Vacations begin with your arrival at Lima’s airport. We’ll take care of all the logistics so you can refresh. We’ll manage your transportation to your hotel. 

Unwind and relax for the evening. Lima is a lively city next to the Pacific Ocean. You have a free afternoon to prepare for the upcoming day treks.

Day 2Flight to Cusco and Sacred Valley Exploration

For the second day of our luxury trips to Peru, we’ll catch a morning flight to Cusco. This is where everything starts. 

Post-landing, we’ll embark on a tour of the Sacred Valley. Chinchero is our first destination. We’ll witness the beautiful integrations of colonial architecture with Inca structures. 

Next, we’ll explore the impressive Maras Salt Mines. Near there we’ll enjoy a delectable lunch. Finally, we’ll explore the Moray Inca site. Our last mission of the day will be take you to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.

Day 3Ollantaytambo and Pisac

For the second day of our Sacred Valley exploration, we’ll visit Ollantaytambo. The town is a living Inca city with a lot of its original structure still intact. We’ll, of course, visit the Inca ruins in town as well.

Continuing we’ll go to Pisac village. We’ll explore this picturesque town and its famous market. Finally we’ll ascend to see the Pisac Inca site in all its glory. 

By the end of the day we’ll leave you in your hotel in Cusco. There you’ll have a briefing about the upcoming Salkantay Trek.

Day 4Discovering Cusco

A Cusco exploration is mandatory for every Luxury Peru Vacations. This city tour includes the Saqsayhuaman Inca site, San Blas neighborhood, Coricancha temple and the San Pedro market.

You will be able to explore some of the most culturally relevant places. You’ll have this lunch to explore the Cusco offerings and a free evening. But rest well, the next day we’ll begin the big adventures of this Peru travel.

Day 5Start of the Salkantay Trek

Our trek begins early after an early breakfast. We’ll travel to the trailhead at Marcoccasa. With a small stop to visit the Tarawasi Inca site. We’ll have some hours of hiking before arriving at our lodge in Soraypampa. 

This day all meals are included, and it will be the same while in the Salkantay Trek.

Day 6Humantay Lake and Rest

This will be the most relaxing day of your Luxury Peru Vacations. Enjoy a short walk to Humantay Lake to have the magnificent viewing experience.

You’ll spend the rest of  the day resting at the lodge. Enjoy the amenities like jacuzzi and more. Get used to the altitude before the most demanding part of the Salkantay Trek.

Day 7Hike to Rio Blanco Valley and Salkantay Pass

We’ll begin the hike even before the sunrise. We’ll reach the heist point of the trek, the Salkantay Pass (higher than 12,200 feet/ 4,000 m). During the hike we’ll have views from the Vilcabamba mountain range.

For lunch we’ll have a picnic with a hot meal en route. We’ll hike until we reach our lodge in Wayracmachay.

Day 8From Wayracmachay to Colpa

We’ll trek early, after breakfast. We’ll start the descent to the cloud forest. Similar to the Amazon rainforest it is a humid jungle environment. 

We’ll pass the Salkantay river to arrive at our lodge of the day. For our lunch we’ll have Pachamanca with a demonstration of the preparation process. You’ll have a free afternoon to enjoy the amenities of the lodge or go on a walk nearby.

Day 9Llactapata

This day in our Luxury Peru Vacations, we’ll get to walk a part of the Inca trail. We’ll hike through Santa Teresa Valley along local crop fields. We’ll have a picnic lunch.

We’ll have a bus waiting for us to take us to Llactapata, an Inca site part of the Inca Trail. After the visit we’ll continue to our lodge in Lucmabamba.

Day 10 Llactapata to Aguas Calientes

For the final day of our hike, we’ll ascend to Llactapata Pass. There you’ll have the first view of Machu Picchu. Then, we’ll descend to the train station next to the Hydroelectric Power Station. 

A short and scenic train ride will bring us to Aguas Calientes. We’ll spend overnight in a Aguas Calientes hotel.

Day 11Machu Picchu Tour and Return to Cusco

For the main day of your Luxury Peru Vacations, we’ll visit the most famous destination in Peru. A bus will take us to Machu Picchu. 

In company of a well informed guide, you’ll cruise Machu Picchu citadel. Explore this iconic site. Enjoy the views of the surrounding cloud forest. 

For our return we’ll descend to Aguas Calientes. We’ll take the train to Ollantaytambo, then a bus to Cusco. You’ll finish the day in your Cusco hotel.

Day 12Lima and Barranco District

For the final day of your Luxury Peru Vacations, the exploration is not over. After a flight back to Lima, you’ll visit the artistic Barranco district. 

We conclude your Luxury Peru Vacations with a final airport transfer.

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Sophie

Solo Traveller

My Luxury Peru Vacations with this tour operator exceeded all expectations, offering a perfect blend of adventure and comfort. From the moment I arrived in Lima, every detail was meticulously arranged, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the beauty of Peru without any worries.

The exploration of the Sacred Valley was a highlight of the journey, with visits to Chinchero, Maras Salt Mines, and Moray Inca site providing captivating insights into ancient civilizations. Each day brought new discoveries, from the historic wonders of Cusco to the breathtaking landscapes along the Salkantay Trek.

February 20, 2024