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Cusco  / History  / Inca Trail  / Machu Picchu  / Qhapaq Ñan
History of the Inca Trail: Why was it built?
By Salkantay Trekking Posted On January 20, 2026 Updated

Have you ever walked through a sacred place without realizing it? The true journey along the Inca Trail doesn’t begin at the trailhead—it begins with the first question: Why? Why would …

History of the Inca Trail: Why was it built?
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Aguas Calientes  / Cusco  / Restaurant  / Restaurants  / Tips
Where to Eat in Aguas Calientes? The Best Restaurants in Machu Picchu
By Salkantay Trekking January 19, 2026 Updated

Aguas Calientes, in Cusco, is an essential destination before visiting Machu Picchu. If you’re wondering where to eat in Aguas Calientes, this town offers a wide range of options for …

Where to Eat in Aguas Calientes? The Best Restaurants in Machu Picchu

Altitude Sickness  / Cusco  / Machu Picchu  / Travel
Altitude of Machu Picchu: A practical guide to prevent sickness
By Salkantay Trekking January 13, 2026

The altitude of Machu Picchu is 2,430 meters above sea level (7,972 feet). This elevation is significantly lower than that of Cusco (3,400 m / 11,155 ft), but still high …

Altitude of Machu Picchu: A practical guide to prevent sickness

Inca Trail  / Machu Picchu  / Sun Gate  / Tips
Hike to the Inti Punku in Machu Picchu
By Salkantay Trekking January 10, 2026 Updated

Inti Punku offers a view that makes your visit to Machu Picchu unforgettable. This ancient Inca gateway revealed the sacred city during key moments of the solar year. Today, its …

Hike to the Inti Punku in Machu Picchu

Clothing  / Cusco  / Machu Picchu  / Packing List  / Travel
Machu Picchu Packing List: Everything you need for your perfect visit
By Hillary Cristina Quispe January 7, 2026 Updated

After visiting Machu Picchu six times, I learned something that no one tells you when you buy your tour: The experience changes completely depending on what you carry in your backpack. …

Machu Picchu Packing List: Everything you need for your perfect visit

Anniversary  / Awards  / Experience  / Festivities
13th anniversary of Salkantay Trekking, building experiences
By Hillary Cristina Quispe January 5, 2026 Updated

Thirteen years ago, Salkantay Trekking was born with a simple but powerful vision: to create authentic experiences in Cusco, respecting the mountains and the communities that inhabit each route. Since …

13th anniversary of Salkantay Trekking, building experiences

Cusco  / Institucional  / Soccer  / Social  / sport
The Salkantay Cup 2025: when sport becomes a way of giving back
By Hillary Cristina Quispe January 2, 2026 Updated

On the trails of Ausangate, we don't just walk. We listen to stories, share moments, and create bonds that go beyond the journey. That's why, every December, at Salkantay Trekking, …

The Salkantay Cup 2025: when sport becomes a way of giving back

Ausangate  / Christmas  / Festivities  / new year  / Trek
Christmas Chocolatada in Ocongate 2025
By Salkantay Trekking December 27, 2025

Christmas is also celebrated in the mountains. On Friday, December 19, Salkantay Trekking brought the magic of the holiday season to the district of Ocongate, sharing hot chocolate, smiles, and …

Christmas Chocolatada in Ocongate 2025

Passport  / Permits  / Peru  / Requirements  / Travel  / Visa
Travel to Peru: Visa and Passport Guide
By Salkantay Trekking December 23, 2025 Updated

You’ve decided to visit one of the world’s great wonders—Machu Picchu—but you’re a bit confused about what documents you need, what procedures to follow, or how visas work. Trust me… …

Travel to Peru: Visa and Passport Guide

Apus  / Mountains  / Peru
Apus: The Sacred Mountains of Peru
By Salkantay Trekking December 11, 2025

Discover some of the great wonders of the Andes: the Apus or sacred mountains of Peru. Peru’s landscape is shaped by the towering presence of the Andes, where the mountains not …

Apus: The Sacred Mountains of Peru

Cleaning  / Salkantay  / Trek
Inside the ‘Salkantay, I Want You Clean 2025’ Cleanup Campaign
By Salkantay Trekking December 10, 2025

In the heart of the Peruvian Andes, the majestic Salkantay Glacier rises not only as a sacred mountain in the Inca worldview, but also as the most iconic trekking destination …

Inside the ‘Salkantay, I Want You Clean 2025’ Cleanup Campaign

airports
Airports in Peru
By Hillary Cristina Quispe December 3, 2025 Updated

Imagine a country where the skies are as diverse as its landscapes. That country is Peru, and its airports are not only gateways to unique destinations, but also key hubs …

Airports in Peru

Christmas  / Cusco  / Tradition
Discover the Magic of Christmas and New Year’s in Cusco amid Andean traditions
By Hillary Cristina Quispe December 2, 2025 Updated

Did you know that Christmas in Cusco combines a 16th-century fair, carols in Quechua, and a Baby Jesus with Andean features? That's how fascinating it is to experience Christmas and New …

Discover the Magic of Christmas and New Year’s in Cusco amid Andean traditions

Inca Trail  / Machu Picchu  / Ticket
Inca Trail Tickets: Everything You Need to Know
By Salkantay Trekking November 24, 2025 Updated

The Inca Trail is one of the best trekking routes in the world, combining spectacular landscapes, a fascinating history, and a challenging adventure. Following in the footsteps of the Incas to …

Inca Trail Tickets: Everything You Need to Know

Chinchero  / Cusco  / Moray  / Sacred Valley  / Trek
Maras and Moray: The Hidden Gems of the Sacred Valley
By Salkantay Trekking November 19, 2025

Maras and Moray are two unique destinations in the Sacred Valley that reveal the brilliance and beauty of the Inca legacy. Surrounded by sun-drenched mountains and villages full of tradition, …

Maras and Moray: The Hidden Gems of the Sacred Valley

Machu Picchu  / Train  / Trek
Train to Machu Picchu: Complete Guide
By Salkantay Trekking November 14, 2025

Witnessing one of the world's wonders is a lifelong dream for many. Machu Picchu, a beacon of history and culture in the Americas, draws innumerable visitors each year with its …

Train to Machu Picchu: Complete Guide

Cusco  / Guide  / Salkantay  / Trek
Salkantay: The Complete Trekking Guide
By Salkantay Trekking November 10, 2025 Updated

The Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu is more than just a route; it’s a journey that blends history, adventure, and mysticism. Along the way, travelers encounter breathtaking landscapes — from …

Salkantay: The Complete Trekking Guide

Inca Trail  / Packing List  / Tips
Top Tips before hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
By Salkantay Trekking November 6, 2025 Updated

If you’re planning to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you’ve come to the right place. This legendary trail is not only one of the most famous treks in …

Top Tips before hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

2026  / Cusco  / Gastronomy  / new year  / Tradition
New Year in Cusco 
By Salkantay Trekking November 4, 2025

Would you like to end the year with an unforgettable experience? Celebrating the New Year in Cusco means living one of the most magical festivities in the Andean calendar. The …

New Year in Cusco 

Acclimatization  / Activities  / Adventure  / Andean  / Cusco  / Hike  / Hiking  / Peru  / Training  / Trek
Complete Guide to Training for Hiking in Cusco
By Salkantay Trekking October 30, 2025

Fitness and training guide for young adventurers! Every year, thousands of young travelers from around the world arrive in Cusco, drawn by the magic of its landscapes and the promise of …

Complete Guide to Training for Hiking in Cusco

Culinary  / Cusco  / Eat  / Food  / Foods  / Gastronomy  / Tips
8 Typical Dishes from Cusco You Can’t Miss
By Salkantay Trekking October 28, 2025 Updated

Cusco not only amazes us with its history and breathtaking landscapes, but also with a delicious and unique cuisine you must try on your next adventure in Peru. The city …

8 Typical Dishes from Cusco You Can’t Miss

Christmas  / Cusco  / Festivities  / Nativity  / Peru  / Santurantikuy
Christmas in Cusco, Peru
By Salkantay Trekking October 20, 2025 Updated

There are places in the world where Christmas feels different—where time seems to pause and the festive spirit blends with centuries of history. That’s exactly how Christmas in Cusco is …

Christmas in Cusco, Peru

Aguas Calientes  / Attractions  / Cusco  / Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes: A Guide to Machu Picchu Town
By Salkantay Trekking October 18, 2025 Updated

Aguas Calientes, the closest town to majestic Machu Picchu, is much more than a transit point. This unique destination, located at the foot of the mountains that house the enigmatic …

Aguas Calientes: A Guide to Machu Picchu Town

Circuits  / Cusco  / Hike  / Huayna Picchu  / Machu Picchu  / Ticket  / Trek
All About Machu Picchu Circuit 3
By Salkantay Trekking October 15, 2025 Updated

Do you want to experience Machu Picchu in a way that goes beyond the classic postcard view? Machu Picchu Circuit 3, also known as the Royalty Route, combines the best …

All About Machu Picchu Circuit 3

Aguas Calientes  / Circuits  / Cusco  / Machu Picchu  / Sun Gate  / Ticket
All About Circuit 1 of Machu Picchu
By Salkantay Trekking October 15, 2025 Updated

Discover the wonders of Circuit 1 Machu Picchu, the panoramic route that offers breathtaking views and fascinating archaeological sites. This Machu Picchu circuit 1 experience allows travelers to explore iconic …

All About Circuit 1 of Machu Picchu

Circuits  / Cusco  / Machu Picchu  / Ticket
All About Circuit 2 of Machu Picchu
By Salkantay Trekking October 10, 2025 Updated

Are you planning to visit Machu Picchu, but are not sure which circuit to choose? In recent years, entry to the citadel has been organized into different routes, and picking …

All About Circuit 2 of Machu Picchu

Awards  / Peru  / Trek  / World Travel Awards
Salkantay Trekking: World Travel Awards 2025
By Salkantay Trekking September 28, 2025 Updated

A journey is more than just a vacation: it’s an experience that touches the soul and stays in your memory forever. At Salkantay Trekking, we know this well, as we …

Salkantay Trekking: World Travel Awards 2025