INCA JUNGLE TREK TO MACHU PICCHU 3 DAYS 2 NIGHT

INKA JUNGLE TREK TO MACHU PICCHU – 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DURATION: 3 Days / 2 Nights

SCHEDULE:

• Departure (Day 1): 06:00 hrs

Return (Day 3): 20:00 hrs

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: CUSCO – ABRA MÁLAGA – BIKING – SANTA MARIA

We will pick you up from your hotel at 06:00 hrs in our tourist transport and drive for approximately 4 hours, passing through the Abra Málaga where our adventure begins. We will start a downhill bike ride lasting around 3 to 4 hours until reaching Santa María. Along the route, you’ll see the Huamanmarca archaeological site, diverse landscapes from the highlands to cloud forest, jungle birds, medicinal plants, and exotic fruits like mango, pineapple, papaya, avocado, coffee, and coca. We will also visit local families as they go about their daily lives. The day ends in Santa María.

In the afternoon, after lunch, we’ll travel by car to the town of Santa Teresa, where we will spend the night. Optionally, you can visit the Cocalmayo hot springs.

Overnight in Santa Teresa.

DAY 2: SANTA TERESA – ZIPLINE – AGUAS CALIENTES (INKA JUNGLE)

This morning, you will have the option to enjoy a zipline adventure (Monkey Tail). After breakfast, we begin our hike towards Hidroeléctrica. We’ll walk through a narrow canyon with a pleasant climate and pass beautiful waterfalls, lush green mountains, and plantations of banana, mango, avocado, cacao, oranges, and coca. We’ll also get our first views of Machu Picchu Mountain. Lunch will be served at Hidroeléctrica.

We then continue walking along the train tracks for about 3 hours until reaching the town of Aguas Calientes, where you may choose to relax in the local hot springs.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we will hike up to Machu Picchu. Along the way, we’ll enjoy a majestic sunrise, arriving among the first groups at the Lost City of the Incas to admire a breathtaking dawn. We will then enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour exploring the most important areas of Machu Picchu, including the Inti Watana, Temple of the Condor, Sacred Rock, and others.

At the appropriate time, we’ll descend to Aguas Calientes to board our tourist train back to Ollantaytambo, where our tourist bus will be waiting to return us to Cusco. Alternatively, there is the option to return via Hidroeléctrica.

End of Service.

INCLUDES:

•  Tourist transportation Cusco – Abra Málaga
  
•  Official certified adventure tour guide (for the Inka Jungle Trek route)
  
•  Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  
•  Train from Aguas Calientes station to Ollantaytambo, or transport from Hydroelectric Station to Cusco
  
•  Tourist transportation from Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco
  
• Meals during the Inka Jungle Trek: 2 breakfasts / 2 lunches / 2 dinners
  
•  Biking equipment: bicycle, elbow and knee pads, helmet, gloves
  
• First aid kit
  
•  Horses or mules
  
•  2 nights of 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 Huayna Picchu Mountain (optional, USD 65)
  
•  Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (USD 24.00)

WE RECOMMEND TO BRING:

• Original passport.
• Hiking boots.
• Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
• Pair of t-shirts.
• Comfortable pants (zipper pants).
• Sun hat, bathing suit (for hot springs).
• Sunscreen.
• Insect repellent (for Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu).
• Personal medications.
• Camera.
• Flashlight with spare batteries.
• Some additional snacks (such as chocolates, candies).

COST PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS IN SHARED SERVICE:

DISCOUNTS:

• Tourists with a passport from the Andean Community (Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia) receive a discount on the cost of the tour.
• Special discounts for groups of more than 4 people.

❖   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ENTRY AND OPTIONAL SERVICES:

Below, we present additional options you can add to your Machu Picchu experience, as well as important details you should know before your trip.

Optional Hikes: Huayna Picchu Mountain, Huchuy Picchu Mountain, or Machu Picchu Mountain:

If you wish to add more adventure to your visit to Machu Picchu, you can choose to hike one of the surrounding mountains. These peaks offer stunning panoramic views and a deeper connection with the natural environment. General entry to Machu Picchu is included in the tour, but if you wish to ascend to one of the surrounding mountains, you will need to purchase an additional ticket, as these hikes are not part of the general circuit.

A continuación, te presentamos opciones adicionales que puedes añadir a tu experiencia en Machu Picchu, así como detalles importantes que debes conocer antes de tu viaje.

Important: The visit to these mountains does not include a guide service. If you wish to add any of these options, we recommend contacting us in advance to check availability.

Train Schedules and Machu Picchu Entry Times:

• Train Schedules: The departure and return times will be subject to availability, and the exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before the tour.

• Machu Picchu Entry: The allocation of entry tickets will depend on availability through the official website of the Ministry of Culture of Peru. In case tickets for Circuit 2 are unavailable, you may be assigned to Circuit 1 or 3, depending on availability. It is important to note that tickets tend to sell out faster as the date of use approaches, so we recommend booking in advance.

Informative Meeting or Briefing:

The day before the tour, our team will contact you via WhatsApp or email to coordinate the time for the informational meeting, which will take place at your hotel. During this meeting, our staff will provide a detailed explanation of the itinerary and hand you your train, bus, and Machu Picchu entrance tickets. We will also confirm the exact pick-up time from your hotel on the day of the tour.

TRAIN OPTIONS FOR YOUR TRIP TO MACHU PICCHU:

HOTEL OPTIONS:

The cost of the tour is for shared service, meaning you will be part of a group on the tour. If you prefer a private service, feel free to contact us for more information. For more details or any additional inquiries, you can email us at libertyperutravel@gmail.com or contact us directly via WhatsApp: +51 980 806 947 (Operations Area) / +51 908 851 331 (Reservations Area). We are here to make your experience unforgettable!