Inca Jungle Short
Tour Description
Embark on an exhilarating 3-day, 2-night Inca Jungle Short Imperial adventure to Machu Picchu, where a unique blend of biking, rafting, hiking, and ziplining awaits. This dynamic journey offers a thrilling departure from the conventional hiking paths to Machu Picchu, providing an array of exciting outdoor activities.
Experience the rush of whitewater rafting on Class III and IV rapids, descend a mountain trail on an exciting bike ride, and soar through the sky on an unforgettable zipline adventure. Traverse past remarkable Inca ruins and marvel at the diverse landscapes, from alpine peaks to lush jungle.
Highlights of the 3-day Inca Jungle Short 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 twist on the traditional multi-day Machu Picchu trek
Overnight stays in comfortable lodgings
Embark on this fast-paced and exciting journey, where adventure intertwines with the breathtaking beauty of the Andean landscapes, culminating in the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
**ITINERARY**
**DAY 1: Cusco – Abra Malaga – Santa Maria – Santa Teresa**
The adventure kicks off with a 6:00 am pick-up from your Cusco hotel. As you head towards the Sacred Valley, passing through Chinchero, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo, enjoy a buffet-style breakfast. The journey continues to Abra Málaga, a breathtaking 4,316m (14,160 ft) high pass, providing an impressive view of Mt. Veronica. Here, receive biking equipment, bicycles, and safety instructions.
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour bike descent (65 km/40 miles) through various ecological zones like Puna and Cloud Forest, witnessing diverse flora and fauna. Finish the biking journey at the archaeological site of Huaman Marq’a, then take a van to Santa Maria and continue by bus to Santa Teresa. Spend the night there, with an optional visit to the hot springs.
– **Shuttle to Abra Malaga:** 3.5 hours by bus from Cusco.
– **Biking distance:** 65 km / 40 miles.
– **Biking time:** 3.5 to 4 hours approximately.
– **Climate:** Cold at the beginning, very hot at night.
– **Accommodation:** Lodge – Eco Terra Lodge.
– **Meals:** Lunch, Dinner.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 4,350 masl / 14,271 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 1,250 masl / 4,691 ft.
**DAY 2: Santa Teresa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes**
After breakfast, continue to the Hydroelectric power plant, known as the waterfall day, passing cascades, including a 45m waterfall. Rest, have lunch, and trek two more hours to reach Aguas Calientes, the base of Machu Picchu. Arrive around 5:30 pm, and if desired, visit the hot springs.
– **Hiking distance:** 19 km / 12.3 miles.
– **Hiking time:** 6 hours approximately.
– **Climate:** Hot in the day, warm at night.
– **Accommodation:** Hostel – Aguas Calientes.
– **Meals:** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 2,050 masl / 6,725 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 1,430 masl / 4,691 ft.
**DAY 3: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco**
Begin the day with a bus ride to Machu Picchu. A professional guide will lead a 2-hour guided tour, exploring the Sun Temple, Royal Palace, Main Temple, Three Windows Temple, and Sun Dial. Afterward, free time to explore, and if you booked Wayna Picchu, coordinate with your guide. Optional activities include visiting the Sun Gate or hiking to the Inca Bridge.
In the afternoon, return to the train station for a trip back to Ollantaytambo. From there, a car will transfer you to your Cusco hotel.
– **Distance Traveled:** 8 km / 4.9 miles.
– **Hiking time:** 2 hours approximately.
– **Optional:** Shuttle to Machu Picchu (25 minutes from Aguas Calientes).
– **Machu Picchu guided tour:** 2.5 hours.
– **Climate:** Tropical warm.
– **Shuttle to Cusco:** 3 hours by train and bus from Aguas Calientes to Cusco.
– **Meals:** Breakfast.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 2,429 masl / 7,972 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 2,040 masl / 6,692 ft.
Itinerary
**ITINERARY**
**DAY 1: Cusco – Abra Malaga – Santa Maria – Santa Teresa**
The adventure kicks off with a 6:00 am pick-up from your Cusco hotel. As you head towards the Sacred Valley, passing through Chinchero, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo, enjoy a buffet-style breakfast. The journey continues to Abra Málaga, a breathtaking 4,316m (14,160 ft) high pass, providing an impressive view of Mt. Veronica. Here, receive biking equipment, bicycles, and safety instructions.
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour bike descent (65 km/40 miles) through various ecological zones like Puna and Cloud Forest, witnessing diverse flora and fauna. Finish the biking journey at the archaeological site of Huaman Marq’a, then take a van to Santa Maria and continue by bus to Santa Teresa. Spend the night there, with an optional visit to the hot springs.
– **Shuttle to Abra Malaga:** 3.5 hours by bus from Cusco.
– **Biking distance:** 65 km / 40 miles.
– **Biking time:** 3.5 to 4 hours approximately.
– **Climate:** Cold at the beginning, very hot at night.
– **Accommodation:** Lodge – Eco Terra Lodge.
– **Meals:** Lunch, Dinner.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 4,350 masl / 14,271 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 1,250 masl / 4,691 ft.
**DAY 2: Santa Teresa – Hidroelectrica – Aguas Calientes**
After breakfast, continue to the Hydroelectric power plant, known as the waterfall day, passing cascades, including a 45m waterfall. Rest, have lunch, and trek two more hours to reach Aguas Calientes, the base of Machu Picchu. Arrive around 5:30 pm, and if desired, visit the hot springs.
– **Hiking distance:** 19 km / 12.3 miles.
– **Hiking time:** 6 hours approximately.
– **Climate:** Hot in the day, warm at night.
– **Accommodation:** Hostel – Aguas Calientes.
– **Meals:** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 2,050 masl / 6,725 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 1,430 masl / 4,691 ft.
**DAY 3: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco**
Begin the day with a bus ride to Machu Picchu. A professional guide will lead a 2-hour guided tour, exploring the Sun Temple, Royal Palace, Main Temple, Three Windows Temple, and Sun Dial. Afterward, free time to explore, and if you booked Wayna Picchu, coordinate with your guide. Optional activities include visiting the Sun Gate or hiking to the Inca Bridge.
In the afternoon, return to the train station for a trip back to Ollantaytambo. From there, a car will transfer you to your Cusco hotel.
– **Distance Traveled:** 8 km / 4.9 miles.
– **Hiking time:** 2 hours approximately.
– **Optional:** Shuttle to Machu Picchu (25 minutes from Aguas Calientes).
– **Machu Picchu guided tour:** 2.5 hours.
– **Climate:** Tropical warm.
– **Shuttle to Cusco:** 3 hours by train and bus from Aguas Calientes to Cusco.
– **Meals:** Breakfast.
– **Maximum Altitude:** 2,429 masl / 7,972 ft.
– **Minimum Altitude:** 2,040 masl / 6,692 ft.
Includes / Excludes
**Included:**
– Pre-departure briefing
– Cuzco hotel pickup
– One-night hostel accommodation in Santa Teresa & 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: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 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
**Not Included:**
– Day 1 breakfast and day 3 lunch
– Huayna Picchu or Mountain Machu Picchu, 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
- Activities: Biking, Rafting, Zipline, HotSpring, Trekking Adventure
- Difficulty Levels: 3 of 5
- Maximum Altitude: 4350 masl. / 14271 ft.
- Accommodation: 2 Days Hostel
- Departures Day: Daily Departures.
- Optional Activities: Biking, Rafting, Zipline, HotSpring, Machupicchu
- Mountain or Huaynapicchu
- Starts: Pick up at your accommodation in Cusco around 6:00 AM
- Ends: Drop-off at your accommodation in Cusco around 9:45 PM
$400.00
$400.00
per person
Tour Information