J1 Cusco (3350) – Ollantaytambo (2800) – Col de Malaga (4400) – Maranura (1110)

Maranura - The journey begins with a private vehicle ride from the city to Ollantaytambo. From there, the ascent continues to Abra Malaga, a pass located at 4400 meters, expected to be reached around 10 am. This marks the starting point for the mountain biking adventure (unless weather conditions dictate otherwise, in which case the journey will proceed to the next starting point). The descent through the mountains leads to the warm valleys of the Amazon Basin, passing through quaint villages, lasting approximately 3 to 4 hours. Arrival at Maranura (1110m) is followed by dinner and an overnight stay with a local family (10 minutes from Santa Maria). The afternoon offers an opportunity to engage with the family, learning to harvest coffee and coca, depending on the season. Optional activities are available if desired.
Optional for the day: Rafting - Quad, available upon request (additional fees apply).
Note: If weather conditions are unfavorable, the biking segment will be completed by car.

J2 Maranura (1110) – Santa Teresa (1810)

Santa Teresa District - The day begins at 6 am. After breakfast, the trek along the Urubamba River commences, offering views of various fruit plants, wildlife, and agricultural landscapes. After two hours, the original Inca trail is reached, peaking at 1758 meters. From this vantage point, the snow-capped Salkantay mountain is visible. The journey continues for another two hours to Q’ellomayo, where lunch is enjoyed at a countryside restaurant. The path then follows the river to the Cocalmayo hot springs, passing a local zipline used by Cocalmayo farmers. At the hot springs, there is an hour and a half to relax before a 45-minute walk or an optional car ride (not included, costing 2 soles) to Santa Teresa (1810m), where dinner and overnight accommodation await.

J3 Santa Teresa (1810) – Hydroelectric Station (1900) – Aguas Calientes (2005)

Aguas Calientes - In the morning, an optional zipline activity* is available, offering a thrilling experience across a stunning valley. The activity starts between 7 and 8 am, followed by a bus ride at 11 am to the Hydroelectric Station for lunch. The journey continues with a 3-hour walk along the Urubamba River to Aguas Calientes, a small village at the base of Machu Picchu. Along the way, Mandor Park is visited, where local flowers, including orchids, can be identified, and with luck, birds like the Andean cock-of-the-rock may be spotted. In Aguas Calientes, dinner and an overnight stay are planned, with the option to enjoy the village’s hot springs. Overnight at the hotel.

J4 Aguas Calientes (2005) - Machu Picchu (2450) – Cusco (3350)

Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu - At dawn, to experience Machu Picchu before the crowds, a shuttle or collective bus transports visitors to the site entrance for a comprehensive tour of the lost Inca city, exploring its agricultural and urban sectors and remarkable mountainside constructions. The afternoon descent to Aguas Calientes is followed by a train ride to Ollantaytambo and a transfer to Cusco.

• Additional activities available on-site: (not included in the package and require advance booking)
  Options to add the ascent of Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu, subject to availability. (These mountains are part of the Machupicchu citadel landscape and have different schedules and entries, as they require more time to climb and visit).

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Snacks
• Tea and coffee
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All fees and/or taxes

• Alcoholic Beverages
• Bottled water

Ce voyage offre une superbe combinaison de VTT et de trekking, reliant la Ville Impériale de Cusco au Sanctuaire du Machu Picchu, en traversant de charmants villages typiques. Le départ se fera d’un col à plus de 4000 mètres d’altitude pour une descente de 4 heures en VTT à travers la forêt de nuages, offrant des vues spectaculaires sur les montagnes et la forêt tropicale. Les jours suivants, les participants auront l’opportunité de randonner à travers montagnes et vallées, en passant par de petits villages avec leurs plantations de coca, fruits, légumes, et bien sûr, le célèbre café de ces vallées tropicales. Ils pourront admirer la vue sur le célèbre Chemin de l’Inca et la rivière Urubamba, rivière sacrée des Incas. L’arrivée se fera dans la petite ville d’Aguas Calientes, d’où l’accès au Machu Picchu sera possible.

Une excellente alternative au Chemin de l’Inca
Des paysages époustouflants de la forêt de nuages et de la forêt tropicale
Un trek exigeant, destiné aux sportifs expérimentés

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.