TREKKING · 5-DAY EXPERIENCES

15 Five-Day Treks Around the World

58 tours  ·  from $60 a head

Good five-day treks fill up months ahead and the permitted ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Annapurna base camp trek 5 Days - Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus
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Annapurna base camp trek 5 Days

1.Annapurna base camp trek 5 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 252 reviews · from $699Our pick

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara, then trek through rhododendron, bamboo, and oak forests to Annapurna Base Camp. The six-day plan includes tea house stays, meals, permits, transport, an English-speaking guide, a small group of up to 12, and views of Machhapuchare and Annapurna.

“Totally disappointed with the whole trip experience: 1. Before the trip, it’s clearly stated that the team would provide enough tablet to purify tapped water, however the tour guide forgot to bring and not willing to buy/correct his mistake. InRead more”

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Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 5-Day Trek - Day 1: From Kathmandu to Pokhara, then uphill to Sinuwa
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Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 5-Day Trek

2.Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 5-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $99

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, drive to Simrung, and trek through rhododendron forest to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters. English and Hindi-speaking guides lead the route, with guides such as Om Raj, Raj, Smile Ghale, and Nilakantha praised for attentive care. Expect four lodge nights, shared transport, permits, and no included meals or porter service.

“We recently completed a 5-day trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) organized by Cordial Trek and had an amazing time in the mountains. I'm very thankful that our guide, Nilakantha, was arranged for us. He was outstanding: not only higRead more”

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Machu Picchu: 5-Day Salkantay Trek with Panoramic Train - Day 1: Humantay Lake and a cold night at 4,150 meters
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Machu Picchu: 5-Day Salkantay Trek with Panoramic Train

3.Machu Picchu: 5-Day Salkantay Trek with Panoramic Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 5 days · from $655

Spend five days hiking the Salkantay route from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with Humantay Lake, Salkantay Pass, glamping, a Pachamanca feast, coffee tasting, and a night at Llactapata. Small groups of up to 16 travel with English or Spanish guides, chefs, muleteers, and a panoramic Vistadome or 360° train.

“We had an amazing time!! The hike is so beautiful. And the team was great too. The food was the best we had in Peru and there were a lot of vegetarian options. Our guide José was the best. Super nice and patient with us when we walked slowly and stopped a lot to take pictures. He was very funny and answered all our questions. He was very good at motivating us, when we got tired in the end of the day. The trip was very well organised and there were no hidden costs.”

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Ausangate Trek 5 Days - Day 2: Arapa Pass and the blue lakes
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Ausangate Trek 5 Days

4.Ausangate Trek 5 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $660

Leave Cusco at 5 a.m. for a five-day Ausangate circuit with a group of up to 10. Expect high-altitude passes, glacier-fed lakes, Upis and Pacchanta hot springs, camping at up to 4,630 meters, local food, weaving, and a closing visit with a Peruvian family. Guides may include Chino, Urbano, or Guillermo.

“Where to begin? A fabulous trek with an incredible team. There were two of us, and we were pampered by the Vidal Expedition team. Ansangate is a captivating mountain, and it must be experienced with people who reveal its spirituality to you. Every day we went from glacier to glacier, from color to color, from discovery to experience. The expedition was very comfortable with top-notch equipment transported by our horse driver Angel. We ate more than enough thanks to our cook Beni and our assistant cook Euden, and we were expertly guided by our guide Chino. Thank you all for your good humor and smiles, thank you for all these…”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek - Day 1: Pokhara to Simrung, then the first climb to Sinuwa
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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

5.Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 5 days · from $96Best value

Trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters through forests, waterfalls, villages, and icy valleys. A licensed guide such as Raju, Pratip, Om, or Smile leads the route, with four tea-house nights, permits, transport, and borrowed gear included. The pace is demanding, especially on the ascent and return.

“We had an amazing experience with our Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal thanks to Cordial Trek especially to our tour guide Anil Sherpa and our porter Dorjee. The service was exceptional from start to finish – they are very friendly, professional and very knowledgeable about the places we visited. They made sure everything ran smoothly and always went the extra mile to make us feel comfortable and safe. From the breathtaking mountain views to the rich cultural insights, every part of the trip was educational and memorable. We truly appreciated the personal touches and the care shown throughout the journey. Highly recommended to anyone planning to visit Nepal! You’re…”

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Classic Choquequirao Trek – 5 Days / 4 Nights - Before sunrise from Cusco to Cachora
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Classic Choquequirao Trek – 5 Days / 4 Nights

6.Classic Choquequirao Trek – 5 Days / 4 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $735

This five-day trek from Cusco takes you through the Apurímac Valley to Choquequirao, an Inca citadel larger than Machu Picchu but far less visited. Expect steep canyon climbs, camping, mule-supported luggage, guided ruins, the Saywite Monolith, and a final soak at Cconoc hot springs. Guides such as Guido, George, Carlos, and Caesar have led past departures.

“WOW! Guido was/is a fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and humorous guide that cannot be outdone. His passion and knowledge for the culture is obvious throughout our trip. He connected with each one of our “Team Dave” and was there to help, each of us, when we needed it.”

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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari - Day 2: Chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge and hippos on the Kazinga Channel
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5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

7.5-Day Pearl of Africa Chimps and Gorilla Trekking Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $2,171

Travel by 4x4 from Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park for chimp trekking in Kyambura Gorge and a Kazinga Channel cruise. Continue through Ishasha to Bwindi for gorilla trekking, then rest at Lake Bunyonyi. English-speaking guides such as Danny, Derrick, William, Karim, and Daniel have led this trip.

“Everything was arranged as it was written in the itinerary, the guide and the driver was so nice to us. We really enjoyed it and we had good time, i highly recommend it”

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5 Days Kedarkantha Trek

8.5 Days Kedarkantha Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $120

Travel from Dehradun to Sankri, then hike through pine and maple forest to Juda Ka Talab, Kedarkantha Base Camp, and the 3,429-meter summit. Himalaya Shelter provides transport, tents, meals, guides, cooks, safety equipment, and camping support. Guides named in guest feedback include Rocky, Kamesh, Sonu, Megha, Aarya, and Arjun.

“Kedarkantha trek is not at all easy. But their guide Aarya & Arjun ji made it very easy for us to complete the summit.”

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Ultimate Lares Trek & Inca Trail 5 days - Day 1: hot springs, blue lakes, and a gentle start
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Ultimate Lares Trek & Inca Trail 5 days

9.Ultimate Lares Trek & Inca Trail 5 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $980

This five-day route combines the remote Lares Trek with the Short Inca Trail from Km 104 to Machu Picchu. Expect hot springs, Quechua villages, high mountain lakes, camping, train travel, and two hotel nights. Guides such as Manolo, Sara, Anthony, and Gilbert are known for local insight and steady support.

“My sister and I had the most wonderful time with TreXperience. Our experience was top notch all around. We first did the Lares trek with our guide Elias, chef Tiburcio, and horseman Toribio. It was my sisters birthday on the second day and the chef made her a full-on cake despite being camping in the woods without an oven. The food was delicious for every meal (we were stuffed) and the crew made us feel very welcome. It was a super authentic experience. Im glad I stuck to my gut going with this company instead of a more commercial company like alpaca exp.”

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Pokhara: 5 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek & Natural Hot Spring - Day 1: Pokhara to Jhinu, then up to Lower Sinuwa
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Pokhara: 5 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek & Natural Hot Spring

10.5 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek & Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 5 days · from $171

Trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp in five demanding days, passing rice terraces, forests, Gurung villages, Machhapuchhre Base Camp, and the Annapurna massif. You travel with an English-speaking private guide, shared jeep transfers, permits, lodge stays, and a final stop at Jhinu’s natural hot spring. Guides such as Deepak, Narayan, Hari, and Paras have earned especially strong praise.

“Paras was an amazing guide! When my friend got altitude sickness he was so kind and comforting providing alternatives for our trek to make sure we still had an amazing time! The nature and the views were unbeatable! Also our porters were encouraging, attentive and friendly! Overall, we highly recommend this activity especially with Paras as your guide!”

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Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days And 4 Nights - Day two: Reaching the Salkantay Pass
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Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days And 4 Nights

11.Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu 5 Days And 4 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $690

Hike from Cusco through Humantay Lake, the 15,252-foot Salkantay Pass, rainforest trails, a coffee plantation, Llactapata, and Machu Picchu. Action Peru Treks provides bilingual guides, cooks, horses, camping gear, meals, and transport. Guide assignments vary, with Christian, Eddie, Ericsson, Hipo, and others mentioned in the tour information.

“This was an amazing trip with excellent guides, well organised iternary, great group of people and wildly amazing views! It offers the right amount of challenge and a great time!”

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5-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake - Day one: Humantay Lake and a cold night at Soraypampa
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5-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake

12.5-Day: Salkantay Trek to Machupicchu and Humantay Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $360

Spend five demanding days walking from Cusco through high Andes and tropical jungle to Machu Picchu. You’ll visit Humantay Lake, cross the 4,600-meter Salkantay Pass, rest at Cocalmayo hot springs, and reach the ruins early. Guide Roger is specifically praised for his helpful, friendly approach when available. The package includes meals, camping, a hostel, horses, and return transport.

“The Salkantay 5 day trek to Machu Picchu was a wonderful experience. Being in a small group made it more exceptional and personal. Our guide, Roger, was super, very helpful, and friendly! I would do it again”

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Salkantay 5-Day Trek To Machu Picchu - Day 2: The Salkantay Pass at 4,650 meters
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Salkantay 5-Day Trek To Machu Picchu

13.Salkantay 5-Day Trek To Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $797

This five-day Salkantay trek takes you from Cusco to Machu Picchu through Humantay Lake, a 4,650-meter mountain pass, jungle valleys, Santa Teresa, and Aguas Calientes. You get a bilingual guide, camping, one hotel night, meals, mule support, trains, buses, and a guided Machu Picchu visit. Expect long hiking days and sharp altitude changes.

“Such a fun and challenging experience. I had no issues completing the trek, you want to make sure you are in good shape before arriving as it can be difficult if you are not prepared for log days and sometimes tough terrain. Beautiful views good food and excellent tour guides! Highly recommend to all!”

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Salkantay Trek: 5 Days to Machu Picchu - Day two: the Salkantay Pass is the hard day
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Salkantay Trek: 5 Days to Machu Picchu

14.Salkantay Trek: 5 Days to Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $909

Join Tierras Vivas for a five-day Salkantay trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You will cross the 4,650-meter Salkantay Pass, camp three nights, walk through rainforest, and finish with a guided visit to Machu Picchu. Guides such as Carlos, Nico, Juan de Dios, and Diego have led recent departures, with cooks and horsemen supporting the group.

“The tour was incredibly beautiful. We learned so much, and had the opportunity to see incredible natural beauty too! Food was amazing and staff was great!”

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5 Day - Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu - Group Service - Day 1: From Cusco to Cruzpata and Soraypampa
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5 Day – Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu – Group Service

15.5 Day – Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu – Group Service

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $650

This 5-day group trek takes you from Cusco over the 15,200-foot Salkantay Pass, through cloud forest and jungle, to Machu Picchu. Expect early starts, three nights camping, one night in Aguas Calientes, meals, mules for gear, and a bilingual guide. Guides such as Aldo, Victor, Ruben, and Claudio have been especially praised for their support and local knowledge.

“We had a great guide in Aldo who allowed us to customize parts of the 5 day trip to suit our group’s liking. The guide, cooks and porters were timely and ensured we never went hungry. I’d recommend Valencia Travel and highly recommend Aldo as a guide due to his experience and knowledge of the local culture/ mountains”

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