Highlights: Hike the arduous Salkantay trail. Challenge your abilities as we ascend some steep slopes and observe the depth of the valley. In the afternoon, discover the enigmatic cloud forest and rainforest around Chaullay – this will be the most challenging hike, but also the most rewarding! This day starts early. We will wake up at 5:00 a.m. and enjoy a light and energetic breakfast to start the hike to the highest point of this trek: the Salkantay pass (4,638 m.a.s.l. / 15,213 ft.). We will cover in 4 hours a demanding distance of 7 km (4.34 miles) between the rocky base of the valley and the imposing Salkantay mountain (6,271 m.a.s.l. / 20,574 ft.). When we reach the highest point we will be able to appreciate the beautiful surrounding valleys and the immense snow-capped peaks of the Salkantay, Humantay, Tucarhuay and Pumasillo mountains. Continuing with this exciting adventure, we will travel 5 km (3.1 miles) downhill on a winding and rocky road that will take us to the Huayracmachay dining room where lunch will be served. There we can rest while enjoying a breathtaking view of the valley. We will continue our hike in the afternoon and head into the Amazon rainforest to see the “cloud forest”. In this sector you will notice an abrupt change in the landscape and the energy of the earth as we leave the Andes and enter the misty Amazon. This 10 km (6.2 mile) stretch takes 6 hours to complete. In addition to the beauty and color of the landscapes you will be able to enjoy the wildlife. It is important to mention that these forests have a temperate climate most of the year. At the end of this demanding day we will arrive at Chaullay camp (2,870 m.a.s.l. / 9,414 ft.) to enjoy a well-deserved rest. Distance: 22 km / 13.7 miles Hiking time: 10 hours approximately Starting altitude: 3,869 m.a.s.l. / 12,690 ft. Maximum altitude: 4,638 m.a.s.l. / 15,213 ft. Type of lodging: Andean Huts Camp (Cabins) Lodging altitude: 2,870 m.a.s.l. / 9,414 ft. Difficulty: Challenging Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, snacks and tea time in the afternoon.

Highlights: Enjoy a serene and uncrowded route. Appreciate the scenery and wildlife. Walk in the company of the river most of the way. Find wild fruits such as bananas, avocados, passion fruit and passion fruit. Refresh yourself in the waterfalls and streams. Visit the town of Aguas Calientes. At 6:00 a.m. we will begin our journey through the Santa Teresa valley to the small ranch of La Playa. You will be able to enjoy this exuberant landscape during a 5 hour drive. You will see rivers, waterfalls, wild orchids and coffee, banana and avocado plantations. On the way you will be able to taste passion fruit and passion fruit. We will also pass through the village of Collpapampa also known as “the top of the cloud forest” where we will observe birds, fruit trees, waterfalls and hot springs. If we are lucky, we will even be able to observe the beautiful bird symbol of Peru: the tunki or Cock of the Rock. After a hearty lunch at La Playa we will explore the rainforest for a while and visit an organic coffee farm. If you are a coffee lover, you are guaranteed a heavenly experience! You will be able to savor freshly brewed local coffee. The intoxicating aroma of freshly roasted and ground coffee wafts through the air for you to enjoy. The main agricultural industry of the local population is the production of coffee which is exported to the United States, Asia and Europe. Afterwards we will take local transportation to the Hidroeléctrica train station where you will have two options: If your tiredness is too great you can take the train to Aguas Calientes (US$ 34.00 extra approximately). However, if you still feel like walking you can walk for 3 hours along the train track. Once in Aguas Calientes you will stay in a lodge with private bathroom, hot water, wi-fi, breakfast and luggage storage. Then you can walk around the town or visit the thermal medicinal waters that are located a few minutes from the central square. The entrance fee for foreign tourists is 25.00 soles and for national tourists, 10.00 soles (the tour does not include this entrance fee). At 7:00 p.m. we will be waiting for you to have dinner at a local restaurant. Distance: 26 km / 16.1 miles Hiking time: 8 hours Starting altitude: 2,870 m.a.s.l. / 9,414 ft. Maximum altitude: 2,870 m.a.s.l. / 9,414 ft. Type of lodging: Lodging Lodging altitude: 1,900 m.a.s.l. / 6,232 ft. Difficulty: Moderate Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Also, snacks.