Inka Jungle 9 days

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to Lima, Peru’s lively capital and one of South America’s largest metropolitan areas.

Upon arrival at Lima Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in the Miraflores or San Isidro area.

The remainder of the day will be free for you to relax and begin exploring the city at your own pace.

Lima’s location along the Pacific coast and its mild desert climate make areas such as Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, and the Historic Center interesting places to explore.

Suggested activities:

• Explore Lima’s Historic Center and Plaza Mayor.
• Visit Lima Cathedral.
• Visit Casa Aliaga.
• Explore the Larco Museum and its pre-Columbian collection.
• Walk along the Miraflores Malecón and visit Love Park.
• Enjoy dinner or drinks at a restaurant or café in Miraflores.

Important: These activities are suggestions in the source itinerary and are not confirmed as included guided services.

Overnight: Lima.
Included meals: Not specified.

After breakfast, you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel near Cusco’s Historic Center.

The remainder of the day is free for you to relax and acclimatize to the altitude.

Take the day at a comfortable pace and stay well hydrated.

You may also begin exploring Cusco’s historic streets and Plaza de Armas.

Suggested activities:

• Visit Qorikancha – the Temple of the Sun.
• Explore Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo.
• Visit Puka Pukara.
• Walk through the traditional San Blas neighborhood.
• Visit San Pedro Market.
• Enjoy Peruvian and Andean cuisine at a local restaurant.

Important: These activities are suggestions and are not confirmed as included guided tours.

Overnight: Cusco.
Meal mentioned in the itinerary: Breakfast.

This morning you will depart from your hotel in Cusco for a full-day exploration of the Sacred Valley.

Your first stop will be Pisac, one of the region’s most important archaeological sites.

At the Pisac archaeological complex, you will explore ancient Inca structures, terraces, irrigation systems, burial areas, and sectors associated with astronomical observation.

Afterward, descend to the town of Pisac, known for its traditional market and colorful handicrafts.

Continue toward Urubamba, where the itinerary includes a stop for lunch featuring traditional Peruvian and Andean cuisine.

After lunch, travel to Ollantaytambo.

This historic Inca town preserves much of its original urban design, including narrow streets, canals, traditional buildings, and impressive agricultural terraces.

You will then continue to Chinchero, a traditional Andean community where you can explore archaeological remains before returning to Cusco.

Overnight: Cusco.
Meal mentioned in the itinerary: Lunch.

Your Inca Jungle adventure begins early with pick-up from your hotel at approximately 5:30 a.m.

You will leave Cusco and travel through the Sacred Valley toward Abra Málaga.

A buffet-style breakfast is included along the way.

Abra Málaga is listed in the source itinerary at approximately 4,350 m / 14,160 ft and marks the starting point of the mountain biking activity.

Before beginning, your guide will provide an introduction and the necessary biking equipment.

You will then begin an approximately 3-hour downhill mountain bike ride covering around 9.5 km / 5.9 miles.

The route descends from the high Andes toward warmer tropical vegetation.

You will pass through Huamanmarca and continue toward Santa María, located at approximately 1,200 m / 3,937 ft.

Upon arrival, you will enjoy lunch.

Optional rafting:

During the afternoon, the itinerary offers the option of white-water rafting on the Vilcanota River.

The source describes rapids of approximately Class III and III+.

The source itinerary also states that rafting is generally available between April and December and that participants must be able to swim.

After the activities, relax at your accommodation in Santa María.

Approximate biking time: 3 hours
Approximate biking distance: 9.5 km / 5.9 miles
Starting altitude: Approximately 4,350 m / 14,160 ft
Santa María altitude: Approximately 1,200 m / 3,937 ft

Overnight: Santa María.
Meals mentioned in the itinerary: Breakfast and lunch.

After breakfast, begin your first full trekking day toward Santa Teresa.

The first approximately two hours involve an uphill hike.

Along the route, you will make several stops to learn about the local flora and fauna.

You will also visit the home of a local family to learn more about regional customs and traditions.

The trail then follows a section of an ancient Inca route that once connected Machu Picchu with the Vilcabamba region.

From this part of the trail, you can enjoy impressive views across the Huancarccasa Canyon toward the Salkantay massif.

Continue descending toward Quellomayo, where you will stop for lunch and rest.

After lunch, continue hiking for approximately another two hours toward the Cocalmayo Thermal Baths.

According to the itinerary, the entire trekking day lasts approximately 6–7 hours, including the lunch stop.

You will have time to enjoy the thermal baths before taking private transportation to Santa Teresa.

Total trekking time: Approximately 6–7 hours
Overnight: Santa Teresa.
Meals mentioned in the itinerary: Breakfast and lunch.

The third day of the Inca Jungle Trek offers the opportunity to participate in an optional zip-line activity.

According to the source itinerary, the zip-line experience lasts approximately 2 hours.

After the activity, breakfast is served.

You will then board transportation toward Hidroeléctrica, where the checkpoint and access area to the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary are located.

From Hidroeléctrica, begin an approximately 2–3 hour hike toward Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Town.

Along the route, you will pass the Intihuatana archaeological site and continue toward Inka Rakay.

The itinerary indicates that lunch is enjoyed in this area.

During the walk, you will have views of the Machu Picchu mountains and Huayna Picchu.

Finally, arrive in Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night before visiting Machu Picchu the following morning.

Approximate trekking time: 2–3 hours
Optional zip-line duration: Approximately 2 hours

Overnight: Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu Town.
Meals mentioned in the itinerary: Breakfast and lunch.

Begin the day early in Aguas Calientes.

You will take an approximately 25-minute bus ride through the cloud forest to the entrance of Machu Picchu.

The Inca citadel is located at approximately 2,430 m / 7,970 ft above sea level.

During your guided visit, your guide will explain the principal buildings, sectors, architecture, and history of the archaeological complex.

The source itinerary also mentions time after the guided visit to continue appreciating the sanctuary.

After your Machu Picchu experience, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes.

Lunch on this day is at your own expense according to the source itinerary.

Later, board your train toward Ollantaytambo.

Upon arrival, continue by connecting ground transportation back to your hotel in Cusco.

Overnight: Cusco.
Lunch: Not included / on your own according to the source itinerary.

Your final major adventure begins very early.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco at approximately 3:00 a.m.

Travel for approximately three hours toward the trailhead at Quesiuno, located in the source itinerary at approximately 4,326 m / 14,189 ft.

A breakfast stop is included along the route.

From the trailhead, begin an approximately 2-hour uphill hike toward Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain.

During the ascent, you may see alpacas, llamas, traditional communities, and expansive views of the Andes.

The route also offers views toward Ausangate Mountain.

The Rainbow Mountain viewpoint is listed at approximately 5,020 m / 16,466 ft.

You will have approximately 30 minutes at the top to enjoy the views and take photographs.

Afterward, descend by the same route.

The descent takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Your transportation will be waiting at the trailhead for the return journey to Cusco.

A buffet lunch is included along the return route.

Arrival at your hotel in Cusco is expected at approximately 5:30 p.m.

Starting altitude: Approximately 4,326 m / 14,189 ft
Maximum altitude: Approximately 5,020 m / 16,466 ft
Ascent: Approximately 2 hours
Descent: Approximately 1.5 hours

Overnight: Cusco.
Meals mentioned in the itinerary: Breakfast and buffet lunch.

Today is your final day in Peru.

You will be met at your hotel and transferred to Cusco Airport.

From Cusco, you will fly to Lima and connect with your international departure.

Accommodation: None.
Included meals: Not specified.