“10 – Days Best Of Cusco – Inca Jungle To Machupicchu”

DAY 1.- ARRIVAL IN CUSCO & TRANSFER TO YOUR HOTEL.

Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru!

Your adventure begins with a welcoming greeting at Cusco airport to transfer you to your hotel.

Enjoy the arecheological city of Cusco, known particularly for its excellent cuisine and good museums, as well as the historic down-town areas, your Travel Designer can arrange a tour for you should you wish and you’ll have all of our recommendations at hand for the best things to see and do in the city to make the very most of your stay.

Lodging: Cusco – Sonesta Hotel Cusco****  or similars.

DAY 2.- CITY TOUR – TEMPLE OF THE SUN  & CHINCHERO.

El Guia de INTI PERU ADVENTURES vendrá a recogerles a su hotel. Luego ira a ver una increíble mezcla de estilo inca y colonial, cual es Qoricancha, “Templo del Sol” o donde brilla el oro. Durante el Imperio Inca, este templo se dedicó a adorar al Dios sol (“INTI”) y estaba llenó de oro. Cuando llegaron los españoles, se convirtió en la base del convento de Santo Domingo. Después de eso, lo llevaremos a Sacsayhuaman, uno de los construcciones emblemáticos del Imperio Inca (justo arriba del centro de la ciudad y Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO) construido por el Inca Pachacutec en el siglo XV. Es una gran fortaleza construida con enormes piedras; la forma en que construyeron, transportaron y trabajaron, sigue siendo un misterio. Se ha calculado que lo que vemos hoy es solo el veinte por ciento de la estructura original

Places That Are Visited:

•  Santo Domingo Monhastery / Qoricancha – Templo del Sol.
• Main Plaza of Cusco City – Main Square surrounded by the Inca palaces.
• Saqsayhuaman.
• Qenko.
• Puca Pucara.

After the tour we will enjoy our delicious buffet lunch with our guide in the archeological city of Cusco.

Finally, we will be transported to the small town of the Incas to spend the night in Chinchero.

Lodging: Land Of The Rainbow- Chinchero Boutique Hotel*** or similars.

DAY  3.- CUSCO –  SACRED VALLEY – OLLANTAYTAMBO.

Guiding you through to the fertile Sacred Valley, once the spiritual and commercial heartland of the Inca Empire. You will be collected from your hotel by your expert, local guide and private vehicle to go firstly to Chinchero, on this site we will appreciate the Inka walls that are very well preserved in the main square as well as many altars directed to the four cardinal points. We will also visit the beautiful colonial church, unique for its work of art. Continuing, we will participate in a wonderful exposition of Andean weaving art; During the weaving we will become familiar with the wisdom of Andean weavings, such and as they are maintained long before Inka times.
Our next stop is going to be Moray, Inca terraces for some soft hiking in these spectacular landscapes, which has been proven to be an experimental center for understanding the various climates and temperatures of different crops or agricultural plants, perhaps even used for domestication of different crops. After exploring Moray, we will descend lower in elevation to the salt mines of Maras, an important production center dating back to pre-Inca times. Here there are over 3,000 salt pools carved into the mountain side, filled daily by water seeping from the Earth, what we call the tears of Mother Earth!
Finally we will desend to base of the Sacred Valley to the living town of the Incas “Ollantaytambo”.

Places That Are Visited:

• Archeological site of Chinchero.
• Chinchero andean weaving art.
• Terraces of Moray.
• Salt Mines of Maras.
• The Living inca town of Ollantaytambo.
• Andean village visit.

Lodging: Ollantaytambo – Casa Blanca Lodge*** or similars.

DAY 4 TO 7.- “4 DAYS INCA JUNGLE ADVENTURE TO MACHUPICCHU”

DAY 4.- FIRST DAY ADVENTURE: OLLANTAYTAMBO – ABRA MALAGA – SANTA MARIA (BIKING AND RAFTING).

This amazing adventure starts at 6 am. We leave in our private transport to Ollantaytambo for breakfast, then we drive by bus uphill to reach Malaga pass, (4,350m/14,357ft), where we have a few minutes to prepare our biking equipment and ourselves before we start our 3-hour journey, cycling downhill towards Santa Maria (1,500m/4,950ft). You will enjoy the different microclimates such as the highland, cloud forest, rain forest and the two stunning archaeological sites of Incatambo and Wamanmarca. In the afternoon, we will be able to raft in the Urubamba River for two hours, then back to our countryside lodge for tea and dinner.

Meals: Lunch – afternoon Tea – Dinner.
Minimum Altitude: 1500m/4,950ft
Maximun Altitude: 4,350m/14,357ft
Difficulty: Moderate/Challenge.

Accommodation: Countrysaid Lodge.

DAY 5.- SECOND DAY ADVENTURE: SANTA MARIA – COCALMAYO – SANTA TERESA (TREKKING).

Today after an early breakfast, we walk for seven hours through the rainforest, enjoying a myriad of fruit plantations such as avocados, maniocs, oranges, mangoes, cacao, coffee and coca shrubs. Then we will stop in a family house where we will rest for a few minutes and supply ourselves with more water and some regional tropical fruit. After resting for a bit, we will cross a section of the Inca Trail that historically connected Machupicchu with the city of Vilcabamba.

After that we will arriving to Quellomayu for lunch with local family. Then we walk up a moderate hill through the vegetation towards the hot springs of Cocalmayu. Once we arrive, we will enjoy the medicinal hot springs and relaxing after our long walk. Afterwards we take the bus to Santa Teresa where we spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner.
Minimum Altitude: 1500m/4,950ft
Maximun Altitude: 1,900m/6.270ft
Difficulty: Moderate.

Accommodation: Hotel en Santa Teresa. ( Countrysaid Lodge)

DAY 6.- THIRD DAY ADVENTURE: SANTA TERESA – AGUAS CALIENTES (TREKKING & ZIP LINE).

After breakfast our adventure and journey will start in Santa Teresa with the zip line (and later this group will be taken by bus to the area known as the hydroelectric), after that, we will have a typical lunch and after an other 3 hours hike we will get Aguas Calientes or Machupicchu town. Then we’ll have a family dinner and your guides will deliver the plan for the next morning. A much deserved rest so we’re recharged and ready for Machu Picchu the next day..

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner.
Minimum Altitude: 2.040m.a.s.l/6.692ft
Maximun Altitude: 1,600masl/5.249ft
Difficulty: Moderate.

Lodging:  Waman Hotel Machupicchu *** or similars.

DAY 7.- PRIVATE TOUR  OF MACHUPICCHU.

After a delicious breakfast at the hotel your private guide will take you on a comprehensive tour of the Machupicchu citadel, really bringing it to life by detailing the history, significance and myths surrounding it as well as taking you to the hidden corners and best viewpoints. Then after your guided tour, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch before an afternoon at your leisure. You can explore the areas around Machu Picchu or carry on exploring the ruins.

We will coordinate the time to meet in Aguas Calientes to board our train back to Ollantaytambo and then we will transfer you in our private bus or van back to Cusco to your hotel, so with this experiences we have completed our service to Machupicchu and the Sacred Valley of The Incas.

Optional:

The trek to the peak of Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep, if you are scared of heights. This is done after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $35 per person to hike. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance, due to popularity.

Difficulty: : Moderate to challenging.

The Trek to Machu Picchu Mountain: It has the most spectacular view, It is a 1.5 hours hike to the top. Located to the southwest of the citadel of Machu Picchu with a height of 3,050 m (10,007 ft.), This trek offers unparalleled views of the famous Inca sanctuary and also panoramic views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. The cost is $35 per person to hike.

Difficulty: Moderate to challenging.

Lodging: Sacred Valley – Chinchero Boutique Hotel*** or similars.

DAY 8.- DAY AT LEISURE IN CUSCO.

Explore the beautiful city of Cusco at your own pace with a day at leisure. It´s time to explore the Incan Puma City.

One of the Highlights of Cusco is our central market, a wonderful way to discover the Andean culture and daily life. This vibrant spot, with its dazzling displays of fresh produce and fascinating local products, could keep you entertained for hours.

Lodging: Cusco –  Sonesta Hotel Cusco**** or similars.

DAY 9.- QUAD BIKE ATV TOUR – KAYAKING “MAMA PIURAY” & ZIPLINE ADVENTURE.

After a delicious breakfast, You will be collected from your hotel by your expert, local guide, then you will be given the ATV and all the complete equipment such as gloves, helmets and others. You will also be accompanied by our experienced instructor and our professional guide, who will provide you with all the necessary information on the proper use of the ATVs and the complete description of the route. Once we finish this brief orientation, we will begin our trip, through the best of the landscapes of Chinchero, until the Piuray lagoon. During the tour we will have nice spots with wonderful views of the whole archaeological site of Chinchero, the Sacred Valley and extensive fields of Andean crops.

Once we reach the Piuray lagoon (where the ATV tour will be finished), we will start our second adventure “KAYAKING IN MAMA PIURAY”, a beautiful lagoon located in the heart of the Andes. Its waters feed the communities and neighboring agricultural fields and they reflect all their flora, fauna and the mountains that surround it. For about an hour and a half, we paddle through this lagoon in our kayaks, enjoying beautiful moments that allow us to appreciate the nature that surrounds us in all its dimensions.At the end of this fascinating adventure in mama Piuray, we reach the shores at the base camp. Where the local families will welcome us with some hot drinks and ready lunch, share with them a cross cultural experience while enjoying a delicious typical lunch.
Finally, Inti Peru Adventures prepares you to enjoy the best adventure from the heights of Mama Piuray. Walk and enjoy incredible views of the mountains and lagoon of Mama Piuray in our zipline, full of emotion and adrenaline. A unique experience that you can not miss.

Lodging: Cusco –  Sonesta Hotel Cusco**** or similares.

DAY 10.- FREE MORNING WALKING TOUR & TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT.

After a delicious breakfast, you will have an optional Free Morning Walking Tour of this beatiful archeological city of Cusco.

The walking tour includes the following places:

• Inca Museum.
• Plaza Nazarenas.
• San Blas neighborhood.
• The twelve angle stone.

Then according to your flight schedule we will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Lima and then flight home.

End of the tour!!!

✓ All hotels are based on availability. We will not make any changes without your approval. Four and five-star hotels are available – inquire within for rates.

INCLUDED:

• 07 nights accommodation with 3 star hotels.
• 02 nights accommodation with cabins in the countryside.
• 9 breakfasts, 1 lunches. 1 family dinners. If you have a dietary request (vegetarian / vegan / gluten-free, etc.) or allergy, let us know when you make the reservation and reconfirm the day of our briefing.
• All transport
• Pre-departure information: you will meet with your guide and group in our office for guidance.
• Here we provide you with canvas bags for 7 kg of your personal items that will accompany you during your adventure in the Inca jungle.
• Professional guide who speaks English and Spanish.
• Assistant tour guide for groups of 8+.
• Pick up and transportation from your hotel.
• Hotel in Aguas Calientes (Waman Hotel Machupicchu ***).
• Oxygen bottle
• First aid box.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip).
• Train ticket Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
• Private transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
• Full support from your travel advisor before, during and after your trip.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Sleeping Bag (Optional Rental Fee will apply).
• Breakfast on day 4 and lunch and dinner on Day 8.
• Entrance Fee to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain. Extra US$ 35.
• Tips for Staff.
• Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.

THINGS TO BRING:

• Original Passport.
• Current University Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount).
• Waterproof jacket
• Trekking shoes
• Warm jacket.
• T-shirts.
• Comfortable Trousers.
• Sun hat.
• Sun cream (factor 35 or higher).
• Insect repellant.
• Personal medication.
• Camera and film.

THIS TOUR RUNS ALSO AS A PRIVATE SERVICE!
****Daily Departure with at least 2 people****

DEPARTURE DATES:

• As long as we meet our minimum of two people, our Incredible Adventure Tours can leave any day of the week, twelve months a year.