Inca Jungle Trail + Machu Picchu – 4 Days / 3 Night
4 days / 3 nights
The Inca Jungle Trail is one of the most adventurous routes to reach Machu Picchu, perfect for travelers looking to combine trekking, culture, nature, and adrenaline. Over four days, you will enjoy mountain biking, hiking along ancient Inca paths, relaxing hot springs, and optional activities such as rafting and ziplining. The journey culminates with a guided visit to the iconic Machu Picchu citadel. An unforgettable experience for active travelers, backpackers, and adventure lovers.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco between 5:30 and 6:00 am and begin a scenic 4-hour drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will make a short stop in Ollantaytambo for breakfast (not included) before continuing to Abra Málaga (4,316 m / 14,160 ft), where our biking adventure begins.
From here, we start an exciting downhill mountain bike ride lasting approximately 3 hours, passing through diverse ecosystems from the Andes to the high jungle. The route ends in Huamanmarca, where lunch will be served. Later, we travel to Santa María, where you may choose to participate in optional rafting (not included). Finally, we head to Cocalpampa and take a short walk to the community of Pispitayoc (1,530 m / 5,019 ft), where a local family will welcome us at an eco-lodge for the night.
Meals included: Lunch and dinner.
After breakfast prepared by our host family, we begin a hike ascending for about 30 minutes to reach 1,720 m / 5,643 ft. Along the way, we pass coffee plantations and fruit trees such as mango, orange, banana, avocado, and papaya. From the upper valley, enjoy panoramic views of the Urubamba River and walk along an original section of the ancient Inca Trail.
At midday, we arrive in Quellomayo for lunch and rest. Later, we continue to the relaxing Cocalmayo hot springs for a well-deserved soak. Afterward, we walk an additional 30 minutes to Santa Teresa, where we spend the night at a local lodge.
Distance: ~14 km
Hiking time: ~6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
We enjoy an early breakfast in Santa Teresa. Those interested may participate in an optional zipline activity (not included). Later, we travel by private transport to the Hydroelectric station, where we begin a scenic walk alongside the river, passing an Inca ceremonial site known as Intihuatana.
We continue walking to Aguas Calientes, where we check into our hotel. In the evening, we share a farewell dinner with our guide, who will explain the details for the following day.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
We wake up early around 4:00 am (or according to your entrance ticket) to begin the hike to Machu Picchu. The ascent takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, allowing us to arrive before sunrise.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu lasting about 2 hours, learning about its history, architecture, and mysteries. If you booked Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain in advance (additional cost), you may complete the corresponding hike.
After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch on your own. Later, take the train back to Ollantaytambo and then private transport back to Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast.
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