Inka Jungle trek to Machu Picchu 3 D/ 2 N
ID: GYG547223-943803
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Country: Peru
Duration:
3 days
Description
The Inka Jungle trek to Machu Picchu is considered one of the most beautiful and complete alternative routes to reach the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Day 1: Cusco – Abra Málaga – Cycling – Santa María
You will be picked up from the hotel at 06:00 hrs. tourist transportation and where they will travel for 4 hours passing through the Malaga pass where their adventure will begin. They will descend by bicycle for an average of 3 to 4 hours until they reach Santa María. During the tour you will appreciate the archaeological center of Huamanmarca and the diversity of mountain and jungle landscapes, as well as jungle birds, medicinal plants and exotic fruits such as mango, pineapple, papaya, avocado, coffee, coca leaves, and visit local families in their daily routine. This day's trip ends in Santa María.
In the afternoon and after lunch we will travel by car to the town of Santa Teresa, where we will spend the night. Optionally, you can visit the Cocalmayo hot springs, if you wish.
Overnight in Santa Teresa.
Day 2: Santa Teresa – Zipline – Aguas Calientes (Inka Jungle)
This day in the morning you will have the option of doing the zip line (in Cola de Mono). After breakfast you will begin your walk to Hidroeléctrica. You will pass through a narrow canyon where the climate is very pleasant. On the way you will see beautiful waterfalls, mountains covered with a lot of vegetation, you will be able to see plantations of banana, mango, avocado, cocoa, orange, coca leaves, etc. , you will finally be able to see the mountain of Machu Picchu. Lunch will be at Hidroeléctrica, after which you will continue along the train tracks, after a 3-hour walk where you will arrive at the town of Aguas Calientes where you will have the opportunity to visit the town's hot springs.
Hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
Day 3: Machu Picchu - Cusco
Early in the morning and after breakfast we will walk to Machu Picchu. On the tour we will see the majestic sunrise, thus having the opportunity to be one of the first groups inside the lost city of the Incas and will allow you to enjoy a beautiful sunrise. Next, you will visit Machu Picchu with the professional tour guide, for approximately 2 and a half hours, you will visit with the guide the most important sites, places such as the Inti Watana, Temple of the Condor, the sacred rock and others.
At the appropriate time we will descend from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes to board the tourist train from Machu Picchu Pueblo to Ollantaytambo, where the tourist bus will be waiting to transport you to the city of Cusco or walk back to the hydroelectric plant to take the car. Return to Cusco.
Highlights
- Enjoy doing adventure sports such as mountain biking, canoeing, zip line.
- During the Inka jungle tour you will be able to appreciate the scenic beauty.
- Enjoy delicious meals with ingredients from the Peruvian Andes.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Drinking coca tea before the excursion will help you prevent altitude sickness.
Vegetarian and vegan options are available; If you need them, indicate it at the time of booking.
A valid passport is required on the day of travel.
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
INCLUDED
- Tourist Transport Cusco – Abra Málaga.
- Official Tour Guide qualified for adventure (Inca Jungle trek).
- Entrance to Machu Picchu.
- Train from Aguas Caliente station – Ollantaytambo or hydroelectric transport – Cusco.
- Tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo to the city of Cusco (hotel).
- Meals in inka jungle trek (2 breakfasts / 2 lunches / 2 dinners).
- Biking equipment (bicycle, arm protector and knee pads, helmet, gloves).
- First aid kit.
- Horses or mules.
- 2 nights accommodation (Inka Jungle hostels).
- Zipline and rafting
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast on the first day and lunch in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance to the hot springs of Santa Teresa.
- Entrance to the Wayna Picchu mountain ( usd 65 optional).
- Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes. ( usd 24.00)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.