Itinerary

1. Day 1: Cusco – Santa Maria (Biking & Rafting)

   • Your adventure begins at 5:30am with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. 
   • After a 3.5-hour scenic drive in a private van, you’ll reach Malaga Pass (4,350m), the highest point on the tour. 
   • From here, enjoy a thrilling mountain bike descent lasting approximately 3 hours. 
   • Pass through picturesque villages, farmland, rivers and lush vegetation before arriving in Huamanmarca for a delicious lunch. 
   • For thrill seekers, the adventure continues with a 2-hour rafting experience on class III and IV rapids, offering pure adrenaline and unforgettable memories. 
   • Afterward, head to Santa Maria, where you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night in a local homestay.

2. Day 2: Santa Maria – Santa Teresa (Trekking)

   • Start the day with a hearty breakfast before setting off on a 2-hour hike through the region’s vibrant flora and fauna, including tropical fruit plantations. 
   • Take a short break at a local family’s home to replenish water and sample regional fruits. 
   • Continue along a section of the historic Inca Trail, which once connected Machu Picchu to Vilcabamba. 
   • Enjoy spectacular views of the Huancarccasa Canyon as you learn about Inca history and their communication systems. 
   • Descend to Quellomayo, where you’ll savor a delicious lunch and relax in hammocks. 
   • The hike resumes with a visit to the Cocalmayo hot springs, where you can relax in natural, therapeutic waters. 
   • End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Santa Teresa at a comfortable hotel.

3. Day 3: Santa Teresa – Aguas Calientes (Trekking and Zip Lining)

   • Start your morning with an optional zip lining experience, soaring across the valley for an adrenaline-filled adventure. 
   • Then, continue your journey to the Hidroeléctrica checkpoint, where you’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch surrounded by stunning scenery. 
   • The final leg of the trek is a 3-hour scenic hike along the train tracks, offering incredible views of waterfalls, coca plantations, and lush landscapes. 
   • Arrive in Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu Pueblo) in the late afternoon, check in at the hotel, and have dinner at a local restaurant. 
   • Over dinner, your guide will provide you with details about the next day’s visit to Machu Picchu.

4. Day 4: Machu Picchu – Cusco

   • Rise early to catch one of the first buses to Machu Picchu, arriving in time to witness the sunrise over the ancient city. 
   • Start with a guided tour of the most important sites, including temples, altars, and the iconic Sacred Rock Hut viewing platform, which offers stunning panoramic views of the citadel. 
   • After the tour, enjoy free time to explore on your own, or hike Huayna Picchu (optional, at an additional cost) for a unique vantage point of Machu Picchu. 
   • In the afternoon, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch before boarding the train back to Ollantaytambo. 
   • From there, a private van will take you back to Cusco, where your incredible Inca Jungle Trek adventure concludes.