Inca Jungle Imperial 4 Days
About this tour
Embark on an exhilarating Inca Jungle Imperial adventure to Machu Picchu, where a 4-day, 3-night trek awaits you with a thrilling combination of biking, rafting, hiking, and ziplining. This action-packed journey offers a unique twist on the conventional hiking routes to Machu Picchu, providing a diverse array of exciting outdoor activities.
Experience the rush of whitewater rafting on Class III and IV rapids, descend a mountain trail on a thrilling bike ride, and soar through the sky on an unforgettable zipline adventure. Along the way, you’ll pass by remarkable Inca ruins and marvel at a landscape that transitions from alpine peaks to lush jungle.
Highlights of the 4-day Inca Jungle Imperial adventure include:
– Whitewater rafting on Class III and IV rapids
– Mountain biking, ziplining, and hiking through coffee plantations, fruit trees, and high mountain forests
– Admiring stunning Andean views and diverse landscapes
– A unique alternative to the traditional multi-day Machu Picchu trek
– Witnessing the sunrise over the UNESCO-listed ‘Lost City of the Incas’
– A guided tour of Machu Picchu and ample free time for exploration
– Overnight stays in comfortable lodgings, including a night at a local homestay.
Embark on this dynamic and unforgettable journey, where adventure seamlessly blends with the awe-inspiring beauty of the Andean landscapes, culminating in the majestic Machu Picchu.
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1: Cusco – Abra Malaga – Huamanmarca – Santa Maria (Biking, Rafting)
After a hotel pickup between 6:00 am and 6:30 am, you’ll travel to Ollantaytambo for breakfast before continuing to the Malaga High Pass (4,350 meters). The adventure begins with a thrilling 2.5-hour bike ride down to Santa Maria, passing the Huamanmarka Archaeological site. Arrive in Santa Maria around 1:30 pm for lunch and spend the night at Eco Terra Lodge.
Activities in Santa Maria: Rafting – Enjoy a 2.5-hour rafting adventure on the Urubamba River (class III & IV rapids). If you opt-out, explore the town on your own.
– Shuttle to Abra Malaga: 3½ hours by bus from Cusco.
– Biking distance: 65 km / 40 miles.
– Biking time: 3½ to 4 hours approximately.
– Climate: Cold during biking and very hot at night.
– Accommodation: Eco Terra Lodge.
– Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
– Maximum Altitude: 4350 masl / 14271 ft.
– Minimum Altitude: 1250 masl / 4691 ft.
DAY 2: Santa Maria – Quellomayo – Santa Teresa – Cocalmayo Hot Spring (Hiking, Hot Spring)
Start hiking along riverbanks, climb through coffee plantations, fruit trees, and observe diverse plants and birds. Descend to Qellomayo, trek for 3 hours, and enjoy the biodiversity of the high forest. Reach the hot springs in Santa Teresa and continue to Santa Teresa town. Explore Cocalmayo’s relaxing hot springs before heading to a comfortable hotel in Santa Teresa.
– Hiking distance: 22 km / 13.6 miles.
– Hiking time: 6½ to 7 hours approximately.
– Climate: Hot during the day and warm at night.
– Accommodation: Santa Teresa Hostel.
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
– Maximum Altitude: 1900 masl / 6233 ft.
– Minimum Altitude: 1430 masl / 4691 ft.
DAY 3: Santa Teresa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes (Hiking, Zipline)
Explore less-traveled roads, starting from Santa Teresa. Those who reserved in advance enjoy a zipline, while others continue to Hidroelectrica. Rejoin as a group and trek through Inca jungle, passing waterfalls, coca, and coffee farms to reach Aguas Calientes. Check into a hostel and gather for dinner and a briefing about the trek to Machu Picchu.
– Hiking distance: 19 km / 12.3 miles.
– Hiking time: 6 hours approximately.
– Climate: Hot during the day and warm at night.
– Accommodation: Aguas Calientes Hostel.
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
– Maximum Altitude: 2050 masl / 6725 ft.
– Minimum Altitude: 1430 masl / 4691 ft.
DAY 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Start the day around 4:00 am to head to Machu Picchu, ascending through the high forest. Register at the control entrance around 6:00 am, and enjoy a private guided tour. Those booked for Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain can embark on their climbs. Explore Machu Picchu until 5:00 pm and descend to Aguas Calientes. In the afternoon, take the train back to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
– Distance Travelled: 8 km / 4.9 miles.
– Hiking time: 2 hours approximately.
– Optional: Shuttle to Machu Picchu – 25 minutes from Aguas Calientes.
– Machu Picchu guided tour: 2½ hours.
– Climate: Tropical warm.
– Shuttle to Cusco: 3 hours by train and bus from Aguas Calientes to Cusco.
– Meals: Breakfast.
– Maximum Altitude: 2429 masl / 7972 ft.
– Minimum Altitude: 2040 masl / 6692 ft.
What’s Included and What’s Not Included in This Tour?
What is Included?
– Pre-departure briefing
– Cuzco hotel pickup
– 3 Night hostel accommodation in (Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, and Aguas Calientes)
– Professional bilingual guide
– Tourist bus Cusco – starting point of trek
– Machu Picchu entrance fee
– Tourist train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
– Tourist bus Ollantaytambo – Cusco
– Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, and 3 snacks with typical menus in local restaurants
– Mountain biking equipment (bicycles, helmet, and gloves)
– First aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle
– Small-group tour
– Rafting and Canopy (Zipline)
– Hot-Spring Tickets
Not Included:
– Day 1 breakfast and day 4 lunch
– Huayna Picchu or Mountain Machupicchu, Note: according to availability
– Final lunch/dinner in Aguas Calientes (buy some snacks on day 4 in AC for the trip back to Cusco!)
– Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (optional US$16 each way)
Additional Info about Inca Jungle Imperial 4 Days
- Activities: Biking, Rafting, Zipline, HotSpring, Trekking Adventure
- Difficulty Levels: 3 of 5
- Maximum Altitude: 4350 masl. / 14271 ft.
- Accommodation: 1 Day Lodge, 2 Days Hostel
- Departures Day: Daily Departures.
- Include Activities: Biking, Rafting, Zipline, HotSpring, Machupicchu
- Starts: Pick up at your accommodation in Cusco around 6:00 AM
- Ends: Drop-off at your accommodation in Cusco around 9:45 PM
VERY IMPORTANT:
Foreign and Peruvian passengers with no residence in Peru are exonerated of the payment of The General Sale Taxes; to get it, they must present the original passport and the Andean Migration Card (TAM) at each hotel considered in the program. It accepts the passports or identity card to foreign passengers with no residence coming from Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Bolivia, and Chile. The entry date to the country in both cases can´t pass 60 days. The order of excursions and service schedules may change. The schedules indicated in this itinerary are for reference only; the operations staff of the visited city will provide the definitive schedules. The passenger pays extra expenses at the travel destination.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:
SERVICES:
Cancellations between 30 days previous to the travel date apply 100% penalty. No refund will be considered. Cancellations from 31 days to 90 days previous to the travel date apply 50% penalty of payment. Cancellations from 91 days previous to the travel date apply 35% penalty by administrative expenses. Once the package sale is closed, any change or modification is subjected to 35% penalty for administrative expenses + ticket rate difference according to availability for the new travel date. Some services can be interrupted or may be canceled due to weather conditions or other reasons out of provider control and responsibility. No refund would be considered for this type of interruption or cancellation.
TRANSPORTATION:
Refunds, change of traveler’s name for transportation such as airlines, trains, buses, cruises, etc., are subject of each provider’s policy.
NOTE: Some providers have more strict policy in case of groups.SInca Jungle Programs applies 100% penalty since reservation and payment are done.
Tour Price
$750.00
$750.00
per person
Inca Jungle Imperial 4 Days Tour Information
Tour Location
Peru
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Spanish & English
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Sleeping bag
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Medications & first‑aid
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Headlamp
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Your trusted tour operator in Machu Picchu
At Machu Picchu Trek, we bring a local touch to every adventure. Our company is 100% Peruvian-owned. This unique perspective ensures ethical treatment of our staff and a deep connection to the culture and history of the region.
Our Machu Picchu team is equipped with satellite phones for 24/7 emergency support. Safety is our top priority, and we provide oxygen tanks and first aid kits on every trek. You can trust our experienced guides to lead you with care and expertise.
We offer seamless service, including hotel-to-hotel pickups and drop-offs in Cusco. Every detail is designed to make your trek comfortable and stress-free.
Choosing Machu Picchu Trek means supporting a company with an industry-leading safety record and a commitment to excellence. Let our team show you the beauty of Machu Picchu while ensuring your journey is unforgettable.
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