Biking and Hiking - Inca Jungle

DESCRIPTION

Are you planning an adventure in Cusco? We have the perfect excursion for you that combines the best of tradition with the adventure that we all want to live today. The Inca Jungle biking and hiking tour is undoubtedly the best combination to live both types of experiences. This is ideal for travelers who plan to add adrenaline to their visit to Machupicchu.

Book now and live an unforgettable adventure with Cozy Planet Peru, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this incredible experience!

WHY BOOK?

• Live the intense adrenaline that offers us the version of bicycles to Machupicchu.
  
• Live with local people and enjoy the traditions that exist.
  
• Relax in the warm thermal waters of Cocalmayo.

ADVENTURE HIKE

DIA 01: CUSCO – OLLANTAYTAMBO – ABRA MÁLAGA – MARANURA

• We will start early passing by the hotels around 06:30 am with our tourist transport and then continue the trip heading first to Ollantaytambo where we can buy some last things for the trip. Then we will ascend to the Malaga pass, at an altitude of 4350 meters above sea level. Upon arrival we will have a brief briefing and we will deliver a mountain bike for each participant. From there begins the exciting descent through paved roads to reach the sector of Carrizales where a full breakfast awaits us to regain strength and to continue our journey by bike.
• During the trip we will be able to appreciate the archaeological center of Wamanmarka and enjoy the variety of local fauna and flora. In the afternoon we will arrive to the sector of Santa Maria where we will have lunch. Finally we will arrive to Maranura where we will stay this day in a family house and enjoy free time to learn about the coffee and cocoa harvest.

• Night in a family house

DIA 02: MARANURA – SANTA TERESA

• Around 06:00 am, we wake up first to have a delicious light tasting of coffee and local fruit juices, prepared in the family home. Afterwards, we continue our journey now walking along one of the ancient Inca trails that borders the Vilcanota River and offers a steep and captivating landscape, with large chasms that reach up to 800 m deep.
  
• After a short walk, we will arrive at the village of Qellomayo, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast. During our tour, we will have the opportunity to see the local fauna up close, such as hummingbirds, parrots, eagles and more. Our path is now on one side of the same river so we will soon arrive at the Cocalmayo hot springs, close to the town of Santa Teresa. After relaxing in the hot springs, we will continue to Santa Teresa where we will have dinner and rest.
  
• Overnight at hotel in Santa Teresa

DIA 03: SANTA TERESA – HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS CALIENTES

• When we wake up and get ready we have the option of additional activities that we can choose at the time, in this case is the zip line (has an additional price), this allows us to cross the valley from side to side through a cable, providing a unique experience of adrenaline. After this activity we can board our transportation that will take us to the Hydroelectric station, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast.
  
• We will then continue our 3-hour hike along the side of the railway until we reach Aguas Calientes, a small town located at the foot of Machu Picchu. During the journey we can visit the Mandor gardens, where we can appreciate a variety of local flora and with a little luck we can find native bird species such as the cock of the rock. Upon arrival we will have lunch and have the afternoon free to visit the village and rest in our hotel to wait for our last day.
  
• Overnight in Aguas Calientes

DIA 04: MACHUPICCHU – CUSCO

• In the morning after breakfast we ascend in a tourist bus to the citadel of Machupicchu where we enjoy a guided and complete visit touring the main places such as the guardian’s house, main square, temple of the 3 windows and others.
  
• After 2 hours of visit we leave the citadel to board a bus that will finally take us to Aguas Calientes where we can have lunch in one of the restaurants that are on private account. Finally in the afternoon we board a train that will take us to Ollantaytambo where we will make a connection with the tourist bus of bimodal service that will finally bring us to the city of Cusco, arriving on average at 18:30 pm.
  
• The transportation leaves us near the Temple of the Sun where we can choose to take a cab or go to the main square to walk.

INCLUDES – DOES NOT INCLUDE

OUR PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Informative talk: A day before the service, a meeting is held at the hotel where we will have a complete orientation about the experience.
  
• Personalized groups: The groups are small and personalized to provide a better shared experience.
  
• Initial transportation: Bimodal tourist bus service from Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Abra Malaga.
  
• Complete equipment: Mountain bike, gloves and professional helmet.
  
• Safety equipment: First aid kit and oxygen balloon.
  
• Night in Maranura: 01 night in a family house with all services included and breakfast the next day (Ask for the accommodation you want).
  
• Hotel in Santa Teresa: 01 night in a comfortable hotel with all services included and breakfast the next day (Ask for the accommodation of your choice).
  
• Professional guide: A professional tour guide specialized in adventure tourism, trekking and culture, with skills in English and Spanish.
  
• Food: Within the experience we have included 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners.
  
• Variety of diet: In case a gluten free, corn free or vegetarian diet is required, please request it in advance.
  
• Professional staff: We permanently train the professional guide to be prepared for any eventuality.
  
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes: 01 night in a comfortable hotel with all services included and breakfast the next day (Ask for the accommodation of your choice).
  
• Entrance ticket: Entrance ticket to Machupicchu.
  
• Bus ticket consettur: Bus trip from Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes.
  
• Train Ticket: Travel from Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo (Voyager Service).
  
• Final transportation: Bimodal tourist bus service from Ollantaytambo – Cusco.

OUR PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Flights: Domestic or international air service.
  
• Hot springs: Entrance tickets are personal and are purchased on site.
  
• Food: Everything not mentioned in the itinerary. Breakfast on the first day, lunch and dinner on the last day.
  
• Extra expenses: Some expenses such as purchase of handicrafts, clothes or drinks, are also not included in the tour. Tips are not included and are voluntary.
• Huaynapicchu ticket: Special entrance to access the Huaynapicchu mountain.
  
• Extra activities: If you wish to do additional activities, please consult prices.
  
• Travel insurance: This is extremely important to enjoy a safe trip.

RECOMMENDATION

• Travel documents (Passport, Income and others provided).
• Backpack of 30 to 50 liters.
• Light clothing (polo shirts, shorts, sandals).
• Warm clothes (recommended for the night).
• Bathing clothes.
• Personal water bottle.
• Sun protection: Hat, sun block and sunglasses.
• Mosquito repellent.
• Cash in soles or dollars.
• Snacks.
• Personal towel.
• Rain poncho.
• Camera.
• Personal medication.