alternative treks to Machu Picchu

Group of hikers trekking along a rocky trail toward snow-capped Salkantay Mountain under a clear blue sky – Salkantay Trek 5 Days – Peru Hikers

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

Style:

Adventure/Cultural

Physical Level:

Demanding

Duration:

4 Days 3 Nights

Max. Altitude:

4,650 meters/15,255ft

$510.00

Panoramic view of the Andean mountains and valley on the 5 day Lares Trek Short Inca Trail - Peru Hikers

Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N

Style:

Physical Level:

Intense

Duration:

4 Days 3 Nights

Max. Altitude:

00 M / 00 F

$ 569.00

Trekkers resting at a high-altitude campsite near a lake during the 5 day Lares Trek Short Inca Trail - Peru Hikers

Lares Trek – Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

Style:

Trekking

Physical Level:

Demanding

Duration:

5 Days 4 Nights

Max. Altitude:

4,800 meters/15,710ft

$ 950.00

Alternative treks to Machu Picchu: Expert Guides

Why Choose Our Alternative Treks to Machu Picchu

When the Inca Trail is sold out, adventurers seek alternative treks to Machu Picchu. For us, these are not “second-best” routes; they are premier, high-altitude adventures that offer more authenticity and challenge. As local Cusco experts, we specialize in the complex logistics required for these remote treks. We provide superior safety protocols, certified guides, and top-tier 4-season equipment. We ensure your trek, whether it is the challenging Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N or another path, is a world-class expedition.

E-E-A-T & Safety on Your Alternative Trek

We operate all our own alternative treks; we are not resellers. This E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) means we guarantee the quality of our logistics, the ethical treatment of our porters and muleteers, and the expertise of our guides. We manage the entire experience to ensure your safety and success on these demanding high-altitude routes. We invite you to read our 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor to see the quality our fellow adventurers experience.