Inka Jungle 4days/3 nights
Inka Jungle 4days/3 nights
Overview
The Inka Jungle Tour of 4 days and 3 nights is an exciting adventure in the Cusco region, offering an alternative Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu. This adventure includes a day of biking and three days of trekking, crossing mountains, the high jungle, rivers, native villages, coca and coffee plantations, and a vast variety of fruit trees. During the journey, we will explore beautiful sections of the Inca Trails, culminating on the second day with a relaxing and healthy bath in the Cocalmayo Hot Springs (100% recommended). At the end of the tour, we will visit Machu Picchu in all its splendor, providing the opportunity to enjoy this world wonder at its maximum expression.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Inka Jungle Trail – Abra Málaga – Santa Maria – Inca Trail
You will be picked up from your hotel at 7:30 a.m., and we will travel by private tourist bus for approximately 3 hours to Abra Málaga (4,300 m / 14,108 ft). There, we will make a brief stop to admire the stunning Andean landscape, take photographs, and breathe the fresh high mountain air, before beginning our downhill bike descent for approximately 3 hours (Inka Jungle Trail).
Along the route, we will visit a small archaeological complex, Huamanmarca, and observe the changing climate of the cloud forest. You will also have the opportunity to see coca and coffee plantations, as well as a variety of exotic fruits such as mango, pineapple, and papaya, which you can pick and taste in their natural flavor. During the route, you will enjoy panoramic views, crystal-clear rivers, and small local villages, with the chance to learn about the daily life of Andean communities.
Finally, we arrive in Santa María, a small village, where we will overnight in a basic hostel and you can relax after this first day of adventure and nature.
Day 2: Santa María – Inca Trail – Santa Teresa – Thermal Baths.
After breakfast, we get ready to hike. This day is a bit long but rewarding, as we will encounter sections of the original Inca Trail, enjoying stunning landscapes, hidden waterfalls, and the abundant flora and fauna of the region, including tropical birds and unique native plants of the cloud forest.
During the hike, our expert guide will share information about the history, local culture, and traditions of the Andean communities that inhabit the area. This is an excellent opportunity to photograph nature, breathe the fresh mountain air, and connect with the natural environment.
Near the end of the day, we will visit the natural hot springs of Cocalmayo, where you can relax and enjoy an energy drink, such as the famous Cuzqueña beer, while taking in the scenery and recovering from the hike.
Dinner and overnight will be in Santa Teresa, a small tourist village famous for its hot springs, friendly and hospitable people, offering an authentic cultural experience and a well-deserved rest before the next day of adventure.
Day 3: Santa Teresa – Hydroelectric – Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu Pueblo)
After a very early breakfast, and following the instructions of the guide, we begin a hike of approximately 2 hours to the place called Hidroeléctrica. From here, it is possible to take a train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town) at an additional cost.
Then, we continue walking along the Inka Jungle Trail toward Machu Picchu for approximately 3 more hours until we reach the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town). Along the route, you can observe a variety of insects, walk along the riverbanks, enjoy an impressive landscape, and see in the distance the Putucusi and San Miguel mountains.
Finally, we arrive at Aguas Calientes. In the evening, we will enjoy dinner, while our guide provides detailed information about our Machu Picchu tour. The overnight stay will be in a basic hotel with a private bathroom in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town).
Day 4: Tour Machu Picchu – Cusco.
At the designated time, we will board the bus that will take us on a 25-minute journey to the entrance gate of this wonder, where we will present our entry ticket.
You will have a 2-hour guided tour of the main sectors of Machu Picchu, including the main temples, ceremonial plazas, and agricultural terraces. Visitors seeking a more exclusive experience can opt for the climb to Waynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, whose entrances must be reserved in advance, offering unique panoramic views of the entire citadel and the Urubamba Valley.
After the tour, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time for lunch at your own expense, before heading back to the city of Cusco.
At the designated time provided by your guide, we will take the tourist train back to Ollantaytambo, enjoying the spectacular landscapes of the Sacred Valley, with modern comfort and safety services. From there, we will pick you up in a private tourist bus, returning to Cusco in approximately 2 hours, concluding this unforgettable adventure through the heart of the Peruvian Andes and the historic Inca Trail.
Included:
- Transfer from the hotel – Cusco.
- Private tourist transport to the Abra Málaga – Inka Jungle Trek.
- Bicycles (helmets and gloves).
- 02 nights Basic lodging in Inka Jungle.
- 01 night with private bathroom and hot water.
- Professional guide for Inka Jungle Machu Picchu.
- 03 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 03 vegetarian option dinners.
- Entrance to the ruins of Machu Picchu.
- 02 hours guided tour for Inka Jungle Machu Picchu.
- Return train to Ollantaytambo.
- Bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
Not included:
- 1st breakfast, last lunch on the journey from Inka Jungle to Machu Picchu.
- Entrance to the thermal baths.
- extra expenses that are not in the contract.
- Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu.
- Note: If you wish to reserve Huaynapicchu, you will have to do it in advance, to reserve boating or Zip Line are additional costs.
- other activities not mentioned in this itinerary.
Recommendations
- Carry a small backpack with your personal items.
- Warm clothes and light clothing.
- flashlight.
- Mosquito repellent.
- sun block.
- sunglasses.
- hat.
- Rain clothes (rain season).
- original passport.
- Current ISIC student card (if you are a student).
