moderate
4 days
Hike and Drive Jungle Route to Machu Picchu
An adventurous alternative to the classic Inca Trail, combining scenic drives through cloud forest with hiking to reach Machu Picchu via the jungle route.
Duration
4 days
Group Size
2-14
Max Altitude
4350m
Destination
peru
Overview
An adventurous alternative to the classic Inca Trail, combining scenic drives through cloud forest with hiking to reach Machu Picchu via the jungle route.
Trip Highlights
- Scenic drive through Abra Malaga pass (4,350m) with stunning mountain views
- Descend through multiple ecological zones into the jungle
- Optional zip-lining through cloud forest canopy
- Optional white water rafting on the Urubamba River
- Walk through historic railway tunnels
- Hike portions of the original Inca Trail
- Relax in natural hot springs at Cocalmayo
- Arrive at Machu Picchu for guided tour
- More affordable alternative to classic Inca Trail
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Cusco to Santa Maria
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinnerStay: Lodge in Santa Maria
Day 2
Santa Maria to Santa Teresa
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinnerStay: Hotel in Santa Teresa
Day 3
Santa Teresa to Aguas Calientes
Meals: breakfast, lunchStay: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Day 4
Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco
Meals: breakfastStay: N/A - return to Cusco
What's Included
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- All ground transportation (private van)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 3 nights accommodation (hotels and lodges)
- Breakfast daily, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- Entrance to hot springs
- Bus ticket to Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Return train to Ollantaytambo
- Return transportation to Cusco
Not Included
- Zip-lining activity (optional - approximately $40)
- White water rafting (optional - approximately $45)
- Biking section (optional - approximately $35)
- Lunch on last day
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Sleeping bag rental if needed
Pricing
Starting from
$450
per person
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