Trekking + Mountain Biking 2006

Standard Pool Service: where you’ll be joining a group of other tourists like you coming from different parts of the world, a great opportunity to have fun and make new friends.

Alternative Inca Trail & Biking to Machupicchu(4D/3N)
COD:BT1

Gorge of Malaga-Santa Maria-Santa Teresa-Machupicchu
4 days/ 3 nights

Marvelous route over four days which ultimately leads us to the lost city of Machupicchu, we cross the Santa Maria and Santa Teresa valleys before a spectacular descent into the forest. During this trip we pass through the jungle in the mountains close to Machupicchu and walk along ancient Inca paths where you will experience breathtakingly beautiful scenery. The river crossing by cable car helps to make this trip even more exciting and full of adrenalin.

Tour Description

First Day : CUSCO -Santa Maria

We leave Cusco (3,300 metres above sea level) at 8.00 a.m. and travel by bus towards the sacred valley of the Incas.. We pass the town of Ollantaytambo as we head towards the mountains. The four hour journey brings us up to the Gorge of Malaga, the highest point on the tour at an altitude of 4,350 m, we then descend down to the village of San Luis. Here we leave the bus and get ready to start our 80km downhill adventure on arrive at the settlement of Santa Maria (1,430m altitude) where we spend the night.
LD/ Camping

Itinerary:
8am: Departure from Cusco
12pm: Malaga gorge
1pm: Lunch
5pm: Arrive at Santa Maria
6.30: Dinner
Overnight in the settlement

Second Day : Santa Maria- Santa Teresa

After a hearty breakfast we start the 8 or 9 hour trek from Santa Maria toward the marvelous jungle. The trek begins with an ascent up the mountain, following the river we will experience amazing scenery, animals, plants and waterfalls where we can take a refreshing bath. Lunch is in the village of Quellomayo before heading towards Santa Teresa, taking a bath in the hot springs at Cocalmayo along the way.
BLD/ Camping

Itinerary:
6.00 am. Breakfast
7.00 am. Start of trek to Santa Teresa
12.00 m. Lunch in Quellomayo
4.00 pm. Beautiful bath in the hot springs at Cocalmayo.
5.00 pm. Arrive at Santa Teresa
7.00 pm. Dinner, overnight in Santa Teresa.

Third Day : Santa Teresa- Aguas Calientes

Santa Teresa lies at 1,900 metres above sea level.
After breakfast we cross the village in a cable car and then walk for three hours until we arrive at the hydroelectric village. Here we take a break and visit some of the archaeological sites in the area as well enjoying the local flora and fauna. After a relaxing lunch our adventure takes us on a two hour hike along the old train tracks to the town of Aguas Calientes where we spend the night. In the town we can visit the hot springs in the evening.
BLD/ Standard hotel in Aguas Calientes

Fourth Day : Machupicchu

Today is the most emotional because at last we get to visit Machupicchu.
Very early in the morning we start the climb up to the lost city of Machupicchu, once up there we receive a guided tour and then return to Aguas Calientes, where we await the train back to Cusco, concluding the tour.
B/Transportation: Return train to Cusco, Backpacker Class

Standard Service
Group: Minimum 2, maximum 15 people.

Includes:

Transport:

• Pickup from hotel in the morning.
• Private bus from Cusco to Santa Maria.
• Bikes, helmets and gloves (first day)
• Bus for the journey down to Aguas Calientes
• Return train to Cusco, Backpacker Class

Accommodation:

• Two nights accommodation in tents: 4 man tents for 2 people
• Mattress per person.
• One night accommodation in hotel.

Meals:

• Three breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners.
• Breakfasts some lunches and dinners are buffet.
• Snacks in the mornings and tea in the afternoons.

Guides:

• Expert trekking and mountain bike guide (bilingual)
• Professional guide around Machupicchu (bilingual)

Personnel:

• Chef and assistant
• Porter to carry all travel agency equipment

Equipment:

• Dining tent and kitchen tent.
• Tables and chairs
• Kitchen equipment
• First aid equipment and supplies.

Others:

• Admission ticket to Machupicchu

Not included:

• Breakfast on the first day
• Lunch on the fourth day
• Sleeping bag.
• Bus up to Machupicchu.

Recommendations on what to take:

• Lightweight sleeping bag (for the jungle)
• Comfortable medium sized rucksack, 5Kg max.
• A warm lightweight jacket for the descent from the mountains.
• A pair of walking boots.
• Sandals
• Small towel
• Swim suit
• Sunhat or cap
• Sun block
• Mosquito repellent
• Toilet paper
• Snacks: sweets, chocolates, energy bars etc.
• Cash in soles or dollars (no cash points in Aguas Calientes)

Optional Services:

• For return journey in train with panoramic views add $45 dollars.
• For a 4 or 5 star hotel please ask for quote.
• If you require an additional porter please add $45 for the two days.
  

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