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Also known as the Inka Jungle Trail (as described in the Lonely Planet guide book) highlight : a combination of hiking, and a thrilling downhill bike ride, t his is a very cool back door entry to the great citadel of Machu Picchu. The tropical Inca trail is recommended for people wanting something a little different. description : also known as the jungle inca trail or the Inka Jungle trail, this trip is increasingly more popular. the Tropical Inca Trail leads you through beautiful landscapes with impressive panoramic views and a wide variety of flora and fauna. We can also enjoy a relaxing medicinal bath in Cocalmayu. location : cusco - santa maria (6 hours from cusco) - santa theresa - machu picchu - cusco duration : (4days/ 3 nights) level: easy adventure rating: exciting downhill bike ride and a jungle entry to machu picchu. top link: still looking! departs: any day with two people. |
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itinerary & inclusions the tropical inca trail / inca jungle trail DAY ONE: We recommend you have a hearty breakfast in your hotel in the morning. We will pick you up at 7.30am for a transfer to the Santiago Bus Terminal. Here we will take a Quillabamba bound bus past the Abra de Malaga and after the pass we will get off the bus and head off on our mountain bikes for an exciting downhill ride through the cloud forest to the small agricultural village of Santa Maria - in total we will ride for between 4 and 5 hours. This road can be compared to the "Worlds Most Dangerous Road" heading to Coroico in Bolivia. It is certainly for those looking for thrills! We will camp on a farm at Santa Maria and eat dinner in a local restaurant. DAY TWO: Today we will hike from Santa Maria to Colcamayo, about 7 hours of hiking. We will follow the road out of Santa Maria for about half an hour. We will then hike through coffee and coca plantations and also pass through farms which grow tropical fruits like oranges. After climbing for a while we connect with a "tropical Inca trail" - that is, an Inca trail from the time of the Inca empire. There are great views along this section and we descend via impressive Inca Stairs while admiring the canyon of the Vilcanota River. We continue, crossing some small rivers and creeks and then we cross a bridge. It should be noted that this section of hiking is not great for people with a fear of heights! After this we will walk along the shore of the river until we cross the river by cable car/flying fox (two times) (optional - there are now bridges). After crossing the river the second time by cable car we will arrive at the hot springs of Colcamayo where we will camp the night. Your meal will be prepared locally. DAY THREE: After breakfast we start our hike to Aguas Calientes. We follow an easy road for about 2.5 hours, and then cross the Vilcanota River and continue for 2 more hours to the Hydroelectric plant. We have our boxed lunch at the Hydroelectric Plant. Here, time permitting; we will visit an unrestored small Inca ruin. In the afternoon we will follow the train tracks to Aguas Calientes, another 2 hours of hiking through the high jungle. We will stay the night at a Hostel in Aguas Calientes. *If you are very tired upon arrival at the Hydroelectric Train Station you can go by train to Aguas Calientes, an extra cost of $8 per person. DAY FOUR : After breakfast we take an early bus up to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, where we have a guided visit of approximately two hours. After this you are free to explore this famous site, and if you feel energetic we recommend you to climb Huayna Picchu, however you must leave before 12 noon. This hike takes about 1 hour to climb, and less to descend and offers awesome views of Machu Picchu and the surrounding terrain. You have the option to walk down from Machu Picchu, or to take the bus. (Not included). We return to Cusco in the afternoon by the backpacker train (leaves either at 2.30pm or 6pm) and are met by a driver at Ollantaytambo who will transfer you directly back to your hotel. You will arrive approximately 4 hours after your train's departure from Aguas Calientes. Itinerary Notes
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prices 2008 the tropical inca trail / inca jungle trail
We offer affordably priced tours for 2 people so that you can depart on most days. If you are travelling alone, you can still depart on this tour, any day. If you wish to join a group tour, please see Trekkers Wanted. You can also form your own tour to be advertised on this page. If you have a group of four or more people, please contact us for a special rate. For
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ALL NEW : scans of recent trip reports. Click on the link to view the pdf. After you have viewed it, click on back to return to this page. 23 August 2008 Tropical Inca Trail
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