Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu 4 Days

Details of the experience

Duration:

4 days and 3 nights

Difficulty:

Moderate (cycling, hiking, and adventure activities)

Maximum Altitude:

14,160 ft (Abra Málaga)

Max Group:

15 people

Transport:

Included (tourist bus and return train)

Tickets:

Incluye entradas.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Abra Malaga – Santa MariaPickup at 6:00 am and transfer by tourist transportation for approximately 4 hours to the point known as Helipuerto. Safety briefing before beginning a 3-hour downhill mountain bike ride on paved roads to the Huaman Marka Inca complex. Continue by transport to Santa Maria for lunch and check-in at a local guesthouse. In the afternoon, river rafting activity in the Sacred Valley river (Class III and IV). Distance: 37 miles (60 km) Accommodation: Local guesthouse.

Pickup at 6:00 am and transfer by tourist transportation for approximately 4 hours to the point known as Helipuerto. Safety briefing before beginning a 3-hour downhill mountain bike ride on paved roads to the Huaman Marka Inca complex. Continue by transport to Santa Maria for lunch and check-in at a local guesthouse. In the afternoon, river rafting activity in the Sacred Valley river (Class III and IV).

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
Accommodation: Local guesthouse.

Day 2: Santa Maria – Hot Springs – Santa TeresaBreakfast followed by an uphill hike through the tropical jungle toward Santa Teresa. Stops along the way to learn about local plantations. Visit to a family home for a rest, hydration, and a tasting of tropical fruits. Hike along a recently discovered section of the original Inca Trail. Descent to Quellomayo for lunch and a break in hammocks. Final 2-hour walk to the Cocalmayo hot springs to enjoy the relaxing waters. Transfer to Santa Teresa for an overnight stay in a basic guesthouse. Distance: 8.7 miles (14 km) Accommodation: Guesthouse.

Breakfast followed by an uphill hike through the tropical jungle toward Santa Teresa. Stops along the way to learn about local plantations. Visit to a family home for a rest, hydration, and a tasting of tropical fruits. Hike along a recently discovered section of the original Inca Trail. Descent to Quellomayo for lunch and a break in hammocks. Final 2-hour walk to the Cocalmayo hot springs to enjoy the relaxing waters. Transfer to Santa Teresa for an overnight stay in a basic guesthouse.

Distance: 8.7 miles (14 km)
Accommodation: Guesthouse.

In the morning, optional canopy or ziplining activity. Transfer to Hidroelectrica for lunch. A 3-hour hike following the train tracks, observing banana and avocado plantations and other tropical crops, with views of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, and Putucusi. Arrival in Aguas Calientes, check-in at the hostel, and time for a shower and rest. Special dinner at a local restaurant and a briefing regarding the visit to Machu Picchu.

Distance: 6.2 miles (10 km)
Accommodation: Guesthouse.

Departure at 4:30 am to ascend on foot for 1 hour to Machu Picchu. Early entry to enjoy the sunrise and a guided tour of the Temple of the Sun, the Inca Palace, the Main Temple, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Sacred Plaza, and the astronomical calendar. Return to Machu Picchu Pueblo to board the tourist train to Ollantaytambo. Transfer by private transportation to Cusco, arriving approximately in the evening.

Distance: 4.3 miles (7 km)
Meals: Breakfast.

Includes

3 nights of accommodation.
All transportation to and from your hotel.
Full-suspension mountain bikes, helmets, and gloves.
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
An experienced, bilingual adventure guide.
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
Guided tour inside and around Machu Picchu.
Return train to Ollantaytambo.
River rafting and all necessary equipment.
Ziplining (Tirolesa).

Does not include

Not Included

Bus to Machu Picchu (round trip).
Tips.
Entrance fee to the Hot Springs (US$ 6.00).
The first breakfast and the last lunch in Aguas Calientes.
Round-trip bus tickets for Machu Picchu.

Recommendations

We recommend arriving in Cusco at least 2 days in advance to acclimate to the altitude. Bring comfortable walking clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle.
Bring a small backpack with clothes.
Personal toiletries.
Comfortable shoes are recommended; trekking sneakers/boots are preferred.
Personal medications and original passport.
Water bottle and purification tablets.
Rain jacket or poncho during the rainy season (October to March).
Flashlight, camera, and extra batteries.
Warm clothing for the first and second days.
Swimsuit (if you wish to visit the hot springs).
Insect repellent.
Sunblock or sunscreen.
Sun hats.
Toilet paper and a small towel.
Snacks: Cookies, chocolates, etc.
Horses (to carry the tent, food, and kitchen equipment).
Trekking poles.
Sleeping bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Inca Jungle combines mountain biking, jungle trekking, river rafting (Class III and IV), optional activities like ziplining, and a guided tour of Machu Picchu, offering a complete adventure experience.

The maximum altitude of the tour is Abra Malaga, located at 14,160 feet (4,316 meters) above sea level, so we recommend acclimating in Cusco before starting the journey.

The Inca Jungle has a moderate difficulty level and is suitable for people in good physical condition. No prior technical knowledge is required, but you should be accustomed to outdoor activities and active, full days.

The tour includes approximately 19 miles (31 kilometers) of hiking distributed over the four days, combined with cycling and adventure activities, allowing for a balance between physical effort and enjoyment of the surroundings.

The Inca Jungle is ideal for adventurous travelers aged 12 and up who are looking for a dynamic alternative to the traditional Inca Trail, featuring warmer climates, varied activities, and a more social experience before arriving at Machu Picchu.