Peru: Inca Jungle & Rainbow Mountain Trek

Duration: 7 days

Begins: Cusco

Ends: Cusco

Trip Code: SPJT

From

£799 per person

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    Discover the many ways you can get your blood pumping in Peru's stunning natural and ancient landscapes on a seven-day tour. Take an epic mountain bike ride along rushing rivers and soar above the jungle on a zipline in Santa Teresa before you hit the famed Machu Picchu in the early morning light, and venture to the incredibly Instagrammable Rainbow Mountain. There's time in between to soak sore muscles in nearby hot springs and recharge for action-packed days ahead.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    18-to-Thirtysomethings
    Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
    Service Level
    Basic
    Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
    Physical Rating
    4 - Demanding
    Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Small Group experience; Max 16, avg 10.
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Cusco
    • Mountain Biking (Malaga High Pass)
    • Llactapata hike
    • Ziplining
    • Train to Aguas Calientes
    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
    • Rainbow Mountain hike
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
    Accommodation

    Simple hotels (twin-share) (5 nts), Simple hotel (multi-share) (1 nt)

    Meals

    5 breakfasts, 3 lunches

    Allow USD140-185 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    Private vehicle, walking, train.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

    Day 1 : Cusco

    Arrive at any time. Catch your breath before getting to know your fellow travellers over a few drinks at pub in the Santa Ana neighbourhood. Say cheers to new friends and new adventures!

    Arrive early and spend some time exploring the city. Meet the group at the welcome meeting, check for the start time on the welcome note at the hotel.

    Please note: hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

    Connect With New Friends

    Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

    Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

    The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Optional Activities - Day 1

    Cusco Tourist Ticket

    Cusco

    This ticket allows admission at 16 sights of the city of Cusco including many popular museums and cathedrals, the ticket also provides entrance to Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and sights in the South Valley of Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

    Inka Museum

    Cusco

    Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology.

    Cusco City Tour

    Cusco

    Enjoy a half-day tour of Cusco's main sights. Walk around the Plaza de Armas (main square) and explore this city steeped in one of the world's most alluring and ancient cultures. Visit Qenqo, Koricancha, the Cathedral, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and the archaeological site of Sacsaywaman.

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Day 2 : Malaga Pass/Santa Maria

    Pump up the excitement today on an epic mountain biking adventure. Start the exhilarating ride way up at Malaga Pass. Enjoy stunning Andean views, Incan archaeological sites, and rushing rivers on the way down to the jungle below.

    Private Vehicle

    Cusco - Malaga Pass 2h30m - 3h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Malaga Pass Mountain Biking

    Malaga Pass 3h - 5h

    Strap on your helmet, jump on your mountain bike, and get ready to zip by Andean landscapes, glaciers, waterfalls, and grazing llamas on the ride down. These views do not disappoint, keep your camera at the ready.

    Acommodation

    Paykikin Hostel

    Acommodation

    Paykikin Hostel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 3 : Santa Teresa

    Depart via private vehicle for Santa Teresa and arrive around mid-morning where the group will embark on a short guided tour of the area. After an included lunch, soar through the air on a zipline high above the jungle below. Later, you can choose to soak in the nearby hot springs.

    Private Vehicle

    Santa Maria - Santa Teresa 1h 24km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Santa Teresa Ziplining

    Santa Teresa

    Get your adrenaline pumping as you fly above the trees reaching speeds up to 70km per hour.

    Acommodation

    Santa Teresa Plaza Hotel

    Acommodation

    Santa Teresa Plaza Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Lunch

    Day 4 : Santa Teresa/Aguas Calientes

    Get an early start today and drive from Santa Teresa to Lucmabamba where the group will begin a 16km (9.9 mi) hike to the ruins of Llactapata. Wander through lush landscapes and look out into the distance for your first glimpse of Machu Picchu from afar. Afterwards, head to Aguas Calientes where you can visit the local hot springs to soothe your sore muscles.

    Transport

    Santa Teresa Morning

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle as you transfer about an hour from Santa Teresa to Lucmabamba for the start of today's hike.

    Llactapata Hike

    Santa Teresa 6h - 7h 16km

    Hike up to the ruins of Llactapata, wandering through high jungle landscapes, coffee farms, and coca fields with green for miles as you go. Stop to look out towards Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu before reaching the top. Once there, spend time exploring these well-preserved ruins while learning more about this site that was primarily used for crop storage and production. Duration: 6-7 hrs Distance: 16km (9.9 miles) Elevation Gain: 800 m (2624 ft) Elevation loss 1000 m (3280 ft)

    Local Train

    Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes 11km

    Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.

    Free time:

    Aguas Calientes

    Grab a drink in town or head to the nearby hot springs.

    Acommodation

    Seven Machu Picchu Hotel

    Optional Activities - Day 4

    Hot Springs Visit

    Aguas Calientes

    Soak your sore muscles in the local hot springs for which the town, Aguas Calientes, was originally named.

    Aguas Calientes, or hot waters, is the perfect place to soak in some natural hot springs.

    Acommodation

    Seven Machu Picchu Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 5 : Machu Picchu/Cusco

    Tick majestic Machu Picchu off your bucket list today. Explore the ruins with a local guide before returning to Cusco.

    Machu Picchu Guided Tour

    Machu Picchu

    Set off with the local guide to explore Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Learn about the history and gain insights into this massive mountaintop citadel while wandering through ancient dwellings, stone temples and along sculpted terraces. Feel the energy of this 15th-century site, now both a UNESCO World Heritage site and voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide internet poll.

    Local Train

    Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo 1h30m - 2h 118km

    Climb aboard, take your seat, and get around like the locals do.

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 6 : Rainbow Mountain

    Rise and shine! Wake up early to drive to one of the most instagrammable locations of the region, Rainbow Mountain. Today is a challenging hike, but well worth the reward.

    Private Vehicle

    Cusco - Rainbow Mountain 3h30m

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Big Night Out

    Cusco

    Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.

    Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip

    Cusco 7km

    Lookout over these colourful Andean mountains striped with maroon, turquoise, lavender, and gold. The sediment, elevation, and proximity to the ocean create a landscape that has to be seen to be believed. Get started early to drive around 2 hours to the starting point of this challenging, yet rewarding full-day hike. Reaching 5,029m (16,500 ft) this 14km hike is no walk in the park, but these unique mountains do not disappoint.

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Acommodation

    Cusco Plaza Nazarenas

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 7 : Cusco

    Depart at any time.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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