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The Alternative to the Famous Inca Trail: The Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu

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The Alternative to the Famous Inca Trail The Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu

Tourists travelling to Peru must visit the ancient city of the Inca people – Machu Picchu. Regarded as one of the wonders of the world by many people. Machu Picchu has seen a constant stream of tourists and celebrities flocking every year to visit the glorious city.

Machu Picchu boasts some of the most iconic and exotic trekking trails in the world. Attracting hikers from all around the world. One of the most famous trails in the world is the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, and people who have hiked on this trail have been left spellbound by the beauty and wonders they see on the journey.

The tourist sector is growing rapidly in Peru, thanks in part to the ancient city of Machu Picchu. With the number of tourists increasing every year. The Peruvian tourist industry has made it mandatory to get a permit to trek on the famous Inca trail to Machu Picchu. Which can tend to be problematic for many people.

The waiting list is stockpiled with people booking four to five months in advance before they come to Machu Picchu to trek on this trail. An alternative trail has been opened in Machu Picchu for people who cannot trek on the Inca trail. Which is the Salkantay trail to Machu Picchu.

The Mount of Salkantay.

The Mount has been nicknamed as being the most magnificent peak in the Peruvian Andes. The trek on the Salkantay trail to Machu Picchu provides the tourists with some of the most extraordinary views that they can imagine. People will walk under the shadow of the spectacular peak of the mountain. Also they can explore the ancient ruins along the way and interact with the locals.
 
There are several high passes along this trail – the highest will be the pass at Tocto, which is 4,900m above sea level. You can view majestic valleys and fantastic mountain peaks along the trek and experience the ancient Inca ruins. You will camp under the mountains at night, taking in the lush greenery around you.
 
This trek is definitely recommended for people who love mountain peaks and want to experience the cold, sharp, clean mountain air. The trail is gaining in popularity among many trekkers who want to experience an alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu . The Salkantay trail is certainly one of the most scenic trails in the world. Facebook.