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Adventure to Machu Picchu
Live, Enjoy, Venture, Explore: An Intense Experience Towards Machu Picchu
A thrilling 4-day adventure combining biking, rafting, hiking, hot springs, cloud forests, and the legendary Machu Picchu. Perfect for travelers seeking adrenaline, nature, and history in one unforgettable experience.
Features:
4 Days
USD 595
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8+ Travelers
Cusco
Machu Picchu
Moderate – Challenging
Vehicles & Boats
Biking, Hiking, Rafting
Lodges & Hotel
Machu Picchu
We will visit:
- Ollantaytambo
- Abra Málaga
- Huamanmarca
- Santa María
- Nueva Victoria
- Sirenachayoc
- Cocalmayo Hot Springs
- Lucmabamba
- Llactapata
- Hydroelectric Plant
- Aguas Calientes
- Machu Picchu
This adventure-packed route is designed for travelers seeking the perfect combination of adrenaline, culture, and nature before reaching Machu Picchu.
Experience thrilling biking descents from the Andes, exciting rafting adventures, scenic hikes through cloud forests, relaxing hot springs, and visits to lesser-known Inca archaeological sites.
Along the route, you’ll follow paths once traveled by the last Incas on their journey toward Vilcabamba, while enjoying spectacular landscapes ranging from snow-capped mountains to tropical valleys.
The grand finale is an unforgettable visit to Machu Picchu, one of the world’s greatest archaeological treasures.
- 55 km downhill mountain biking from Abra Málaga.
- Rafting adventure on Class III rapids.
- Visit the impressive Llactapata archaeological site.
- Relax in the famous Cocalmayo Hot Springs.
- Explore cloud forests and tropical valleys.
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu.
- Discover ancient Inca routes to Vilcabamba.
- Incredible views of the Andes and Apurímac landscapes.
Full Description
Adrenaline Rush with Cycling and Rafting
Travel through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo and continue to Abra Málaga, the highest point of the route.
Begin an exhilarating 55 km downhill biking adventure through changing ecosystems, from high mountain landscapes to lush cloud forests.
Visit Huamanmarca archaeological site before continuing to Santa María.
In the afternoon, enjoy rafting on exciting Class III rapids before spending the night at a comfortable lodge.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Accommodation: Lodge
Hiking, Zipline & Hot Springs
Hike through the high jungle surrounded by waterfalls, coffee plantations, tropical fruits, and wildlife.
Continue to Santa Teresa where you’ll experience ziplining across the valley.
End the day relaxing in the famous Cocalmayo Hot Springs before transferring to your lodge in Lucmabamba.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Accommodation: Lodge
Llactapata & First Views of Machu Picchu
Follow an ancient Inca Trail to Llactapata archaeological site where you’ll enjoy your first panoramic views of Machu Picchu.
Descend through beautiful valleys before reaching the Hydroelectric Station.
Continue hiking along the railway surrounded by jungle landscapes until arriving in Aguas Calientes.
Overnight in a local hotel.
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Hotel
Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas
Early morning transfer to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the citadel.
Explore temples, viewpoints, terraces, and the most important archaeological sectors while learning about the fascinating history of the Incas.
Return to Aguas Calientes before boarding the train to Ollantaytambo and private transportation back to Cusco.
• Meals: Breakfast
• Difficulty: Easy
• Accommodation: None
Includes
- Hotel pickup and return transportation
- Machu Picchu entrance ticket
- 2 nights in lodges
- 1 night in Aguas Calientes hotel
- 4 breakfasts
- 3 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Professional adventure guide
- Train tickets
- Round-trip bus to Machu Picchu
- 24/7 assistance
- Vegetarian and vegan meal options
Does Not Include
- Travel insurance
- Tips for staff
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Don’t forget to bring:
- Small backpack
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Rain poncho (rainy season)
- Extra money
- Portable charger
Clothing
- Trekking pants
- Fleece jacket
- Insulated jacket
- Warm jacket
- Winter clothing
- Comfortable t-shirts
- Underwear
- Sneakers or hiking shoes
- Sun hat
Map
Gallery
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