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Peru (Cusco, Salkantay, Machu Picchu)

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Peru is a South American country renowned for its extraordinary mix of ancient civilisations, dramatic Andean landscapes, and vibrant culture. Cusco, once the capital of the Inca Empire, serves as the gateway to the region and is packed with colonial architecture, Inca stonework, and a lively food and nightlife scene. The Salkantay Trek is one of the world's most celebrated multi-day hiking routes, weaving through snow-capped peaks, cloud forests, and remote mountain passes before descending to the iconic Machu Picchu — the 15th-century Inca citadel perched high in the Andes that draws adventurers and history lovers from across the globe.

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Peru (Cusco, Salkantay, Machu Picchu) · 4 days

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Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu — Self-Launched 4-Day Version

A self-launched version of Bamba Travel's 4-day Salkantay Trek. Instead of a guided camping tour, you book everything yourself: shared collectivo transport from Cusco to Mollepata/Challacancha, trek the classic Salkantay route independently with a rented tent or basic mountain lodges, use shared taxis and the local Santa Teresa–Hidroeléctrica connection, then take the PeruRail/Inca Rail train out of Aguas Calientes. All prices are rough backpacker estimates in GBP — booking Machu Picchu entry (and a guide, now compulsory for the citadel) in advance is the single most important step.

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