Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days

Inca Jungle Trek 4 days Highlights

The 4-day Inka Jungle trail tour is an experience that integrates adventure activities, such as downhill mountain biking, rafting, ziplining and hiking, prior to the arrival at Machu Picchu. This Inka Jungle trail is especially popular among young people from all over the world who visit Cusco in search of thrills and extreme activities.

Why Choose Our Inca Jungle Trek 4 days?

• BigFoot Machu Picchu, a locally-rooted tour operator headquartered in Cusco, operates this Machu Picchu 1-day excursion.
• We cater to small groups, with a maximum of 8 people, setting us apart from larger travel companies.
• Our service for the Machu Picchu 1-day trip is not shared with other providers.
• We are a pragmatic, prompt, and dependable travel company, extending our hospitality to individuals and groups. Refer to our Trip Advisor reviews.
• Our Tour Guides stay updated and engage in continuous professional development, eager to reveal the wonders of Machu Picchu.
• At BigFoot Machu Picchu, our guides and drivers receive immediate compensation upon completing their tasks.
• Local pricing ensures affordability.
• Expedited booking process for your convenience.

Inca Jungle 4 days tour itinerary

Cusco – Santa Maria (Downhill Biking)

Pick up at your hotel at 7:00 a.m., followed by a trip to Ollantaytambo, where we will stop for breakfast. Then, we will continue by vehicle for 3 hours until we reach the starting point of the cycling route known as the “Airport”. During the trip, we will pass through the Abra Malaga at 4,316 meters above sea level. At the “airport”, you will receive safety instructions from the guide and you will be provided with the necessary equipment for this activity. We will begin the descent by bicycle, which will take 3 hours (55 km) to the village of Huamanmarca. Then, we will head to the village of Santa Maria in a 30-minute drive, where we will enjoy our first lunch. We will spend the first night in basic lodging. During the trip, we will experience the beauty of the snow-capped peaks and a rapid change from a dry and cold climate to a warm and humid one. Once in Santa Maria, you will have the option of rafting class III and IV (additional activity) on the Urubamba River, which runs through this part of the jungle.

Santa Maria – Santa Teresa (Trekking)

After a delicious breakfast, at approximately 6:30 a.m., we will begin our first day of trekking to Santa Teresa. The first two hours will be an ascent, with several stops to learn about the rich flora and fauna of the area. One of the stops will be at a family home, where we will rest for about 20 minutes and can stock up on water and local tropical fruits. Later, we will cross a section of the Inca Trail that used to connect the sacred Inca city of Machu Picchu with the town of Vilcabamba. Here, the guide will explain the history of the Incas and their communication system of the time. From here, we will enjoy the most impressive views of the Huancarccasa canyon and then descend to the village of Quellomayo, where we will stop for lunch. After a delicious lunch and a rest in the hammocks, we will continue with the last 2 hours of hiking to the thermal baths of Cocalmayo, where we will have time to enjoy this special place. Then, we will head to our final destination, the town of Santa Teresa, where we will spend the second night in a basic accommodation.

Santa Teresa – Aguas Calientes (Zip Line or Canopy – optional)

After breakfast, around 7:00 a.m., we will start our hike to the town of Aguas Calientes. First, we will walk for 3 hours through the Aobamba valley until we reach the sector known as Intihuatana, where we will pass through a small governmental control. Then, we will continue to Inka Rakay, where we will enjoy our lunch. On this trek, we will see several waterfalls and have the opportunity to admire the majestic Machu Picchu and Haynapicchu mountains, as well as the Intihuatana or sundial at the top of the mountain and other constructions of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. The last 3 hours of trekking will be along the railway line to the town of Aguas Calientes.

Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco

On this day, you will have two options to visit Machu Picchu: 1) Continue walking for approximately 1.5 hours on a steep path with stairs until you reach the entrance of the citadel, 2) Buy a bus ticket that costs $12 to go up or $24 to go up and down. Once in Machu Picchu, at 2,490 meters above sea level, you will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 2 hours and then you will have enough time to explore the citadel on your own. During this time, you will be able to visit the Inti Punku (Sun Gate).

After the visit to Machu Picchu, you will return to the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch. You will find numerous restaurants where you can choose according to your preferences. After lunch, you will take a train that will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to Ollantaytambo station, where a transport will be waiting for you with your name to take you back to the city of Cusco, in a trip that will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Inclusions

Included

• Services of a professional guide who speaks Spanish.
• Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu.
• Transportation by private bus to the starting point of the tour.
• Use of mountain bikes and high quality safety equipment.
• Meals included: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners.
• Lodging during the trek in basic hostels in Santa Maria, Santa Teresa and
• Aguas Calientes.
• A complete guided tour of Machu Picchu.
• Return train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (with times available at 18:20 and 21:55).
• Bus transportation from Ollantaytambo back to Cusco.

Not Included

• Breakfast in the morning of the first day of the trek.
• Water supply for the trek.
• Water bottle necessary, as its use is required on the trail due to the prohibition of plastic bottles in Machu Picchu.
• Transfer service from La Oroya to Santa Teresa.
• Entrance to the relaxing hot springs of Santa Teresa.
• Breakfast on the fourth day in the charming town of Aguas Calientes.
• Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
• Lunch in Aguas Calientes on the last day of the adventure.
• Entrance fee to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes (cost 10 soles).
• Tips or tips for the guide leading the trek.

Activities you can add to this tour

• Machu Picchu Mountain + Circuit 3: $60 USD
• Huayna Picchu Mountain + Circuit 4: $60 USD
• Huchuy Picchu Mountain + Circuit 4: $60 USD

Vistadome Train

• One way ticket: $35 USD
• Round trip ticket: $70 USD

What to bring to Inca Jungle tour 4 days?

• A small backpack of 30 liters: Small backpack of 30 liters.
• Original passport: Authentic passport.
• Water bottle: Reusable water bottle.
• Comfortable shoes for biking and hiking: Comfortable shoes for biking and hiking.
• Waterproof jacket or rain poncho: Waterproof jacket or raincoat.
• Hand sanitizer: Hand sanitizer gel.
• Comfortable pants: Comfortable pants.
• Sun hat or cap: Hat for sun protection.
• Sunscreen: Sunscreen.
• Insect repellent: Mosquito spray.
• Contiflora with Water: Medicine for upset stomach with water.
• Hygiene items (toilet paper): Hygiene products (toilet paper).
• Personal medication: Personal medication.
• Camera: Camera.
• Band-aids to cure blisters: Band-aids to treat blisters.
• Sandals: Open shoes or sandals.
• Bathing suit for hot springs: Bathing clothes for hot springs.
• Towel: Bath towel.
• Money in soles to cover personal expenses: Peruvian currency (soles) for personal expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to book the Inca Jungle Trek 4days/3nights tour?

To book the Inca Jungle trail 4 days 3 nights with us, you must click on the top “BOOK NOW”, then choose the day of your departure, fill out all the personal information and finally there is the payment that can be made by credit or debit card.

What circuit is booked for the Inca Jungle 4 days?

The Machu Picchu ticket is “Llacta Machupicchu + circuit 1, 2, 3 or 4” this is the best ticket to visit Machu Picchu as you get your classic photo and the most popular places.

What is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

The best time to explore Machu Picchu is during the transitional months of April, May, September, October and November. These months offer minimal rainfall, and temperatures are pleasantly mild, avoiding the cold winter nights of the high season. In addition, the number of visitors tends to be lower during this period.