Wander with KT machu picchu
Wander With KT Salkantay Trek & Machu Picchu
August 14th- 21st, 2027
Total Price: $2400
Get ready for the ultimate bucket-list adventure with Wander With KT from August 14–21, 2027! This trip starts and ends in Cusco, Peru (CUZ). You also have the option to add on our Rainbow Mountain & Cooking Class Extension to stay 2 extra nights in Cusco.
We’re heading to Peru for an epic week combining Cusco’s vibrant culture with the iconic 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. You’ll kick things off relaxing in Cusco with a welcome dinner at Pachapapa (authentic Peruvian cuisine) and a private city tour, then embark on a high-altitude hike through glacial lakes, dramatic mountain passes, and lush jungles. Along the trail, you’ll sleep in glass-topped Sky Camps and Jungle Domes. We’ll catch our first view of Machu Picchu from the trail before exploring the lost citadel itself.
This Trip Is For You If…
You want epic views with cozy trail stays: You’re excited to tackle the Salkantay Trek, but you love the comfort of glass-topped Sky Camps and Jungle Domes over basic tents.
You love diverse landscapes: You want to experience it all—from the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake and the 15,190 ft Salkantay Pass to lush fruit plantations and cloud forests.
You’re down for extra thrills: You jump at the chance to visit an organic coffee farm, soak in thermal hot springs, or add on an ATV ride to Rainbow Mountain.
This trip starts and ends in Cusco, Peru (CUZ).
Transfers & Flight Details: Flight details must be submitted at least 30 days before trip departure to receive included airport transfers. After that point, guests will need to arrange their own airport transportation.
Airport transfers are only included for the trip arrival and departure dates. Arriving early or staying late? Additional transfers can be arranged for an extra cost—we’re happy to help.
Please speak to a Legit Trips travel guide before booking your flights for this trip- email us.
Itinerary subject to change based on discretion of trip leader or tour operator, due to weather or other extenuating circumstances.
August 14th to 21st, 2027
*Do Not book your flight without verifying arrival & departure times/airports with a Legit Trips team member.
DEPOSIT $750
TOTAL $2400
All trips are priced as double occupancy. Solo accommodations are not available on this trip.
After you pay your deposit, you may pay the balance anytime up to 120 days prior to trip departure, or we can set up equal monthly installments. Email us for payment options – fun@legittrips.com
As soon as you put a deposit down for this trip, we begin submitting permits for Machu Picchu specifically with your name and passport information on them. Spots with our trekking operator and permits for Machu Picchu are non-refundable. Thus, we are not able to honor any refunds or transfers on this particular trip. Thanks for understanding.
- Private 5-day Salkantay Trek with highest paid local guides (superior trail accommodations in Sky Camp, Mountain Sky View and Jungle Domes)
- All meals on Trek: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners (lunch in Aguas Calientes NOT included on Day 4) + welcome dinner in Cusco
- All transportation to and from the Trek
- Private Trek Briefing at your hotel
- 3 Nights’ hotel stay in Cusco- historic 4-star accommodations in a desirable neighborhood, walking distance to Plaza De Armas (Rumi Punku or similar)
- Local Cusco city tour of highlights
* This trip has special booking terms *
As soon as you put a deposit down for this trip, we begin submitting permits for Machu Picchu specifically with your name and passport information on them. Spots with our trekking operator and permits for Machu Picchu are non-refundable. Thus, we are not able to honor any refunds or transfers on this particular trip. Thanks for understanding.
Please be sure to read the complete booking terms and conditions at checkout. https://legittrips.com/booking-terms/
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YOUR HOST
Hi!
I’m Kati, an adventure travel creator based out of Upstate New York. You can find me on social at @wanderwithkt, sharing trail guides and adventure itineraries while balancing a 9-5 with big mountain objectives, and leading incredible groups of women through epic outdoor experiences.
Day 1
ARRIVAL IN CUSCO
Transfer to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure
Meet and greet with our group and host
Welcome Peruvian dinner at Pachapapa
O/N at Hotel Rumi Punku
Day 2
CUSCO
Today is all about staying hydrated and letting your body adapt to the altitude. Take a relaxed half-day walking tour followed by an afternoon at leisure. We’ll regroup at 5:00 PM for our trek briefing and get packed for the big adventure starting tomorrow morning!
O/N at Hotel Rumi Punku
Day 3
TREK DAY 1- SKY CAMP
After a 4:00 AM wake-up and boxed breakfast, we’ll head toward Challacancha to begin our trek. Hike 3 hours to Soraypampa to check into our unique Sky Camp, enjoy lunch, and take a breathtaking 3-hour round-trip excursion up to Humantay Lake before dinner.
O/N at Glass Topped Sky Camp
Day 4
SALKANTAY PASS
Today is the toughest but most rewarding leg of the trek as we power uphill for 3 hours to the breathtaking 15,190 ft Salkantay Pass. After snapping mountain photos at the summit, we’ll descend through misty cloud forests down to the edge of the jungle to spend the night in the new Mountain Sky View camp.
O/N at Mountain Sky View Camp
Day 5
SANTA TERESA VALLEY
Hike through the Santa Teresa Valley, taking in scenic waterfalls, wild orchids, and vibrant plantations. You’ll reach the Jungle Domes in time for lunch, leaving the afternoon open to visit an organic coffee farm (or take an optional trip to Cocalmayo Hot Springs).
O/N at Jungle Domes
Day 6
LLACTAPATA
Trek along an original section of the Inca Trail, hiking up to the Llactapata archaeological site for your very first distant glimpse of Machu Picchu! After lunch, descend toward Hidroeléctrica to continue on to Aguas Calientes—either by a 3-hour scenic walk or an optional train ride—before enjoying a restaurant dinner and a restful night at a cozy hotel.
Day 7
MACHU PICCHU
The big day is finally here! We’ll start early to beat the crowds and enter Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, for a 2-hour guided tour and plenty of time to explore. After soaking in the magic, head back down to Aguas Calientes for lunch, board the afternoon train to Ollantaytambo, and relax on your private transfer back to Cusco.
O/N at Hotel Rumi Punku
Day 8
DEPARTURE DAY/ADD-ON
Say goodbye to your new friends, or get ready for another 2 days of fun and excitement!
(Briefing for Rainbow Mountain at hotel at 19h00 for those doing the add-on)
Airport transfers are scheduled to return you to the Cusco airport according to your flight times.
Day 9 (Extension)
COOKING IN CUSCO
Kick off the extension with a guided walk through Cusco’s vibrant San Pedro Market to explore native Andean ingredients from Peru’s distinct natural regions. Afterwards, head to a local studio for a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef, complete with Pisco Sours and a delicious four-course tasting menu!
O/N at Hotel Rumi Punku
Day 10 (Extension)
RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
An early morning start brings us to an epic high-altitude adventure as we head toward Rainbow Mountain! We’ll ride through dramatic Andean landscapes to Qosqopata, followed by a short 35-minute walk to taking in the vibrant, multi-colored peaks. Enjoy a guided tour, plenty of photo time, and lunch in Japura before returning to Cusco around 5:00 PM.
O/N at Hotel Rumi Punku
Day 11
DEPARTURE DAY
Airport transfers are scheduled to return you to the Cusco airport according to your flight times.
unique highlights of this trip
ABOVE THE CLOUDS
Glamping Above the Clouds: Forget basic tents on the cold ground—you’ll sleep in unique glass-topped Sky Camps and cozy Jungle Domes, falling asleep to starry night skies and waking up to panoramic mountain views.
LOCAL FOOD
A Taste of Local Culture: From sipping Pisco Sours and tasting fresh fruits in the Santa Teresa Valley to visiting an organic coffee farm on the trail, this journey feeds your inner foodie just as much as your inner explorer.
ALTITUDE
Passes, Peaks, and Hot Springs: Your trail takes you from the icy high-altitude heights of the 15,190 ft Salkantay Pass down into lush jungle valleys with the option to soak your tired legs in the natural thermal waters of Cocalmayo Hot Springs.
LANDSCAPE
Two Trips in One: From Glaciers to Jungle: You’ll experience Peru’s incredible biodiversity firsthand as you hike straight from snow-capped alpine passes down into lush, subtropical jungle valleys all in the same trek!
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