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nca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days
- Bikking - Rafting - Zip Line - Coffee lodge- Machu Picchu
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Star -Cusco
End - Cusco
DURATION
4 Days - 3 Nigth
LANGUAGES
English/Espanish
DIFFICULTY
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Starting from
$ 360
per person
“Machu Picchu permits are limited and often sell out months in advance. We highly recommend booking early to secure your spot.”
Tour Details
This exhilarating journey combines history, nature, and thrill. We will guide you through the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Our Inca Jungle Trail adventure starts with an adrenaline-pumping bike ride. From the highest point at 4,316 meters (14,160 feet), we descend into the lush jungle. The route offers breathtaking views and a chance to connect with ancient paths.
Mountain biking leads us to the thermal waters near Santa Maria. These hot springs provide a perfect setting to relax after a day’s trek. We’ll spend the night in the cozy towns of Santa Maria or Santa Teresa.
Journey Towards Machu Picchu
The trek continues with a blend of hiking and optional zip-lining. As we approach Machu Picchu, anticipation grows. The final day is to reach Machu Picchu and explore its majestic beauty. We’ll hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain for stunning vistas. These peaks overlook the iconic Inca citadel. It’s an experience that captures the essence of the Inca Trail.
Travel insurance is recommendable for all participants. The dry season, from May to October, offers the best conditions. Our experienced tour guides ensure a safe and enriching journey. Machu Picchu Holiday Tours invites you to join our Inca Jungle Tour. It’s not just a trip; it’s a journey through history and nature. Let’s discover Machu Picchu together, creating memories that last a lifetime.
Inclusions
✅ Professional Guides: Experienced, bilingual tour guides who are knowledgeable about Machu Picchu, and the surrounding area.
✅ Transportation: All necessary transportation during the trek. Including transfers from Cusco to the starting point of the trek, and the return journey to Cusco.
✅ Attractions: – rafting -Zipline
✅ Accommodation: Lodging for the nights during the trek, depending on the segment of the journey.
✅ Meals: Most meals during the trek.
✅ Equipment: Necessary equipment for specific activities included in the trek. Such as mountain bikes, helmets, and safety gear for biking. Rafts for rafting if included in your choice.
✅ Support Staff: Support staff as necessary for the trekking portion, ensuring equipment is handled.
✅ First Aid: Access to a first aid kit and a guide trained in emergency first response.
✅ Permits: All necessary permits and permissions required for the trek and activities along the route.
✅ Train Tickets: Train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. We book trains that balance comfort with timing to maximize your visit to Machu Picchu.
✅ Entrance Tickets to Machu Picchu: Admission to the Machu Picchu archaeological site is included. These tickets are essential as the site has a visitor limit per day, and purchasing in advance is necessary.
Exclusions
❌ Travel Insurance: Mandatory for all participants but must be independent.
❌ Snacks and Additional Beverages: Personal snacks, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages are not on the tour.
❌ Tips for Guides and Support Staff: Not included in the tour price.
❌ Personal Gear and Equipment: Personal items such as hiking boots, clothing, and backpacks are not in the package.
❌ Entrance Fees to Additional Sites: Tickets to optional sites like the Huayna Picchu.
❌ Single Supplement: Additional charges for single travelers requesting private accommodation.
❌ Additional Nights: Extra nights in Aguas Calientes or Cusco before or after the trek are not under cover.
❌ Train Upgrades: Costs for upgrading to a higher class on the train journey back from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
❌ Airport Taxes and Departure Taxes: Any applicable taxes not included in the price of international or domestic flights.
Things to carry
🟡 Backpack: A comfortable, fitting backpack with a rain cover. A smaller daypack for daily essentials.
🟡 Quick-dry clothing and layering pieces for varying temperatures.
🟡 Warm layers for cold nights (fleece, thermals).
🟡 Waterproof jacket/rain poncho.
🟡 Trekking pants and shorts.
🟡 T-shirts and long-sleeved shirts for protection against the sun and mosquitoes.
🟡 Waterproof hiking boots with good ankle support.
🟡 Comfortable shoes or sandals for camp.
🟡 Wool or synthetic socks, plus spare pairs.
🟡 Sun hat or cap for daytime protection.
🟡 Warm hat or beanie for cold nights.
🟡 High SPF sunscreen.
🟡 Lip balm with SPF.
🟡 Sunglasses with UV protection.
🟡 Personal Medications and First Aid Kit: Include any personal medications, plasters, moleskin for blisters, antiseptic, and diarrhea treatment.
🟡 Insect Repellent: With DEET for mosquito-prone areas.
🟡 Toiletries: Biodegradable soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, personal hygiene items.
🟡 Camera and Batteries: Extra batteries or power bank for recharging.
🟡 Flashlight or Headlamp: With extra batteries.
🟡 Snacks: Energy bars, trail mix, or your preferred trek snacks.
🟡 Passport (required for entrance to Machu Picchu).
🟡 Copies of important documents.
🟡 Travel insurance details.
🟡 Money: Cash in local currency for tips, snacks, and souvenirs along the way.
🟡 Swimwear: For hot springs along the route.
🟡 Towel: Quick-dry and lightweight.
🟡 Plastic Bags: To keep wet or dirty clothes separate and to protect electronics.
Tour Itinerary
Discover the Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu, an adventure that blends breathtaking landscapes with thrilling activities. This unique journey promises an unforgettable experience. We’ll lead you through the heart of the Andean wilderness to the ancient site of Machu Picchu Cusco. Here’s a detailed itinerary that captures the essence of the trek, complete with active endeavors and mesmerizing views.
Day 1 Cusco – Abra Málaga – Santa Maria
We begin our adventure early in Cusco, where we board our private transport to the Abra Málaga pass. Sitting at an elevation of 4,316 meters (14,160 feet), this high-altitude point marks the start of our thrilling downhill mountain biking journey. We will navigate 55 kilometers (34 miles) of winding roads that descend into the lush, subtropical landscape. Helmets and safety gear on, we’ll feel the rush of cool air as we drop down to 1,430 meters (4,692 feet) above sea level.
Upon reaching the lower elevations near Santa María, we gear up for our next adventure: an exhilarating white-water rafting session on the Urubamba River. The rapids will challenge us with their strength, offering an adrenaline-pumping experience amidst stunning natural scenery. Please note that rafting is the only main activity included for this afternoon. Afterward, we spend the night in Santa María, resting and preparing for the next day’s trek.
Day 1 Statistics:
Distance covered: Approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles) in total (transport, biking, and river rafting).
Highest altitude: 4,316 meters (14,160 feet) at Abra Málaga.
Lowest altitude: 1,430 meters (4,692 feet) near Santa María.
Level of difficulty: Moderate.
Day 2 Santa Maria – Cocalmayo Hot spring – Santa Teresa
We rise with the sun in Santa María. Energized by a hearty breakfast, we lace up our boots for a full day of trekking through breathtaking scenery. The climate today will shift significantly, becoming hot and humid as we deep-dive into the high jungle.
Our path meanders through dense vegetation where we will experience a section of the original, authentic Inca Trail, walking the same stone paths used centuries ago. Along the way, we will stop for an interactive Coffee and Chocolate Tour, where you will learn about the traditional cultivation, harvesting, and artisanal production of local organic coffee and cacao.
The trek also features an exciting local experience: crossing the river on an Oroya (a traditional open-air cable car). Our journey leads us towards the town of Santa Teresa, but first, we will stop at the enchanting Cocalmayo Hot Springs. Here, you can indulge in the soothing thermal waters—a natural remedy for your tired muscles. Afterward, we continue to Santa Teresa to spend our first night.
Day 2 Statistics:
Distance covered: 16 kilometers (10 miles) — Note: corrected from 22 km.
Trekking duration: Around 6 to 7 hours, including activity breaks.
Climate: Hot and humid.
Major highlights: Original Inca Trail section, Coffee & Chocolate Tour, Oroya crossing, and Cocalmayo Hot Springs.
Level of difficulty: Moderate.
Day 3 Santa Teresa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes: Trekking and Exploration
In the morning, we start the day with an adrenaline-packed Zipline (tirolesa) activity lasting approximately 2 hours, flying high across the jungle canopy.
Following this adventure, we will head over to Hidroeléctrica, where a well-deserved lunch awaits us. After eating, we will begin our afternoon trek along the train tracks. This is a very pleasant, quiet, and flat 3-hour hike. As you walk, you will enjoy majestic, distant views of the iconic Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu mountains framing the horizon.
The trek concludes in the bustling town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) nestled at the base of the canyon. We will check into our accommodations and spend our 3rd night here, filled with anticipation for tomorrow’s grand finale.
Day 3 Statistics:
Distance covered: Approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles) from Santa Teresa to Aguas Calientes.
Activity & Trekking duration: 2 hours of Zipline + 3 hours of flat hiking.
Elevation of Aguas Calientes: 2,040 meters (6,693 feet) above sea level.
Level of difficulty: Easy to Moderate, with mostly flat terrain along the railway.
Day 4 Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco: The Final Ascent and Return
Our journey reaches its climax today. We wake up early in Aguas Calientes to head up to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu. You have two options to reach the entrance: a 30-minute shuttle bus ride ($24 USD round-trip) or a rewarding 1.5-hour steep uphill hike.
Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, an expert professional guide will lead you on a comprehensive 2.5-hour tour. You will marvel at the intricate stone architecture, learn about the fascinating history of the Inca civilization, and explore its mysteries. Following the tour, you can enjoy the magic of the site within your designated shift time before descending back to Aguas Calientes.
In the afternoon, you will board the return train from Aguas Calientes back to Ollantaytambo, where our private bus awaits to bring you back to Cusco. We will arrive in the evening, concluding an unforgettable adventure at the Cusco Main Square (Plaza de Armas).
Day 4 Statistics:
Highest altitude: 2,430 meters (7,972 feet) at Machu Picchu citadel.
Lowest altitude: 2,040 meters (6,693 feet) in Aguas Calientes.
Level of difficulty: Moderate (Challenging if choosing to hike up the stairs).
Note on the Itinerary
Although we do our very best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Reasons which may include incidents in the location where the trip will be operated, strikes, political disputes, entry or border difficulties, extreme bad weather, flight cancellations, and other unpredictable or unforeseeable circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY and that MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY is not liable for such changes or amendments. On some occasions, these conditions may demand us to deviate from our original schedule, in which case we will provide the best available alternative options. And we’ll make a great experience of it! However, some extra expenses may be incurred, these extra expenditures will be covered by the client in their totality and not by MACHU PICCHU HOLIDAY.
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FAQ's
What is the Inca Jungle Trek?
The Inca Jungle Trek is a 3-day adventure. It combines hiking, biking, and optional zip lining. The trek leads to Machu Picchu.
How difficult is the trek?
This trek is moderate. It suits those with a good fitness level. You will be Biking and hiking through varied terrains.
What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothing, trekking shoes, rain gear, sun protection, a hydration pack, and personal medication. Also, carry a camera and cash.
Are meals included?
Yes, meals are part of the tour price. This includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Specify dietary requirements in advance.
Do I need to bring extra money?
Yes, bring extra money for personal expenses. These include snacks, tips, and optional activities like the hot springs.
What about accommodations?
Accommodations include a stay in basic hotels or guesthouses. They are comfortable and clean, perfect for resting after a day’s trek.
Is the entrance to Machu Picchu included?
Yes, the price includes tickets to Machu Picchu. You will explore this ancient Incan city on the final day.
Can I rent equipment?
Yes, you can rent additional equipment like sleeping bags. However, bikes and safety gear for biking will be free of extra charge.
