Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days with Rafting and zip line

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Cusco Abra Málaga - Huamanmarca - Sta María (Bike - Rafting)
2 stops
1
The day before departure, you'll meet your guide and fellow adventurers for a pre-tour briefing. Here, you'll receive all the important information, gear instructions, and have the chance to ask any questions to ensure you're fully prepared for the journey ahead. START - 07:00 AM. Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Cusco. You will travel by minibus through the Sacred Valley, passing through the towns of Chinchero, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo. Upon reaching the Abra Málaga pass, you'll gear up and get ready for the mountain biking portion of the tour. You'll enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped Huacay Willca (also known as Veronica) before beginning your thrilling descent. The 55 km (34.18 miles) route takes you from the high Andean pass at 14,272 ft (4,350 m) down to the lush, lower jungle at 3,937 ft (1,200 m). During the 3-hour ride, you'll feel the rush of adrenaline, eventually stopping at the Huamanmarca archaeological site for lunch.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
2
After lunch, a minibus will take us to the town of Santa María. Once we arrive, it’s time for even more adventure—get ready for an exciting white-water rafting experience on the local river! (This activity is included in your tour reservation.) If you prefer something more relaxed, you can use the afternoon to rest or explore Santa María at your own pace. It’s a great chance to grab some snacks, drinks, or simply take in the local vibe. In the evening, we'll enjoy a group dinner at a local restaurant before settling in for the night at a cozy family-run hostel.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Santa María - Quellomayo - Santa Teresa (zip line)
2 stops
3
Early in the morning you will have breakfast at the hostel and then you will start the route to Quellomayo. A 1 hour trekking route, following a section of the Inca Trail: the Qhapaq Ñan. Along the way, you will see plantations of coffee, cacao, yucca, and different birds such as hummingbirds and parrots since in those moments you will be totally surrounded by a more tropical ecosystem.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Arriving at Quellomayo, we will stop for lunch, and then continue the route to Santa Teresa. On the way you will have the opportunity to stop at the thermal baths of Cocalmayo. Undoubtedly, one of the best experiences of the day, enjoying a hot bath in the middle of nature. Once you arrive in Santa Teresa, you will have free time to go zip lining (included in the tour) or go for a walk and have a drink in one of its typical bars. Finally, you will have dinner together and spend the night in our exclusives Sky Lodge Domes.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Santa Teresa - Hydroelectric - Aguas Calientes
3 stops
5
After a filling breakfast, we’ll begin our trek to Hidroelectrica (6,233.6 ft / 1,900 m) along an ancient Inca trail. The two-hour hike will lead us to a series of stunning waterfalls originating from the nearby glaciers, where we’ll stop to rest and enjoy the view.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Upon reaching Hidroelectrica, we’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch at one of the local restaurants, refueling before the final stretch of our journey. Next, we’ll embark on a 5.59-mile (9 km) walk along the railroad tracks that connect Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. This beautiful route winds through an incredible valley, where the vegetation transitions into the lush high jungle.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes)
Once we arrive in Aguas Calientes, we’ll check into our lodgings and have some free time to explore the town. You can visit the local market, shop for souvenirs, or unwind with a relaxing dip in the hot springs (entrance fee: $5.00). Later in the afternoon, we’ll gather with the group for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Your guide will give a briefing about the exciting day ahead—your visit to the majestic Machu Picchu!
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
4 stops
8
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Today we will wake up early to enjoy the most awaited moment: the entrance to Machu Picchu. On the fourth and last day of the Inca Jungle Trek, you can decide whether to walk up to Machu Picchu or take the bus for 12 USD. At the citadel, you will have a 2-hour guided tour in which we will discover the fascinating history of the site.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
You will enter the citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a two-hour tour in which the guide will tell you all the secrets and history of the Inca city. Later, you will have time to continue exploring on your own, and access the optional areas of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain if you have added them to your reservation as an extra. (You can send us a message after your reservation is confirmed to add them as an extra)
4 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Aguas Calientes
At the end of your visit to Machu Picchu, once again you can decide whether to go down to Aguas Calientes on foot or by bus (for 12 USD). Once there, take the opportunity to stroll around the city and eat in one of its restaurants.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
11
In Aguas Calientes, you will take the train to Ollantaytambo or hike to Hidro Electrica, where a van will be waiting for you to bring you to Ollantaytambo. At Ollantaytambo train station a transport will be waiting for you to take you back to the center of Cuzco. You will arrive approximately around 22:30.
4 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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