Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days 3 Nights to Machu Picchu

After breakfast, continue your Inca Jungle Trek to Machu Picchu with a hiking adventure through the subtropical landscapes surrounding Santa Maria. The trail passes through lush vegetation, agricultural areas, and scenic viewpoints overlooking the surrounding valleys.

Throughout the journey, your guide will introduce you to the local environment, traditional agricultural products, and sections of historic pathways that connect communities in this region. Enjoy the natural scenery and discover a different side of the Peruvian Andes.

Continue toward Quellomayo, where you will enjoy an included lunch before following the trail toward the Cocalmayo Hot Springs. Here, you will have an opportunity to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Access to the thermal pools depends on the applicable entrance conditions.

After the visit, continue by transportation to Santa Teresa, where you will check in at your hotel and enjoy dinner before resting for the next day's adventure.

Day 2 Details

• Hiking distance: Approximately 12 km (7.5 miles)
• Hiking time: Approximately 7–8 hours, including stops
• Activities: Jungle hiking and Cocalmayo Hot Springs stop
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Accommodation: Hotel in Santa Teresa

Begin your third day in Santa Teresa, where the itinerary includes an exciting zipline experience. After receiving safety instructions from the activity staff, prepare to enjoy the adventure surrounded by the natural landscapes of the region. Participation is subject to the operator's safety requirements and suitable operating conditions.

Following the activity, continue toward Hidroelectrica, an important point along the route to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy lunch before beginning the next section of your journey on foot.

The hiking route follows the authorized pedestrian path near the railway, surrounded by lush vegetation, mountains, and the natural scenery of the Urubamba Valley. This section offers a different experience from the previous days, with a gradual transition toward the area surrounding Machu Picchu.

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, check in at your hotel and enjoy an included dinner. Your guide will provide the necessary information for the Machu Picchu visit scheduled for the following morning.

Day 3 Details

• Hiking distance: Approximately 16 km (10 miles)
• Hiking duration: Approximately 5–6 hours
• Activities: Ziplining and hiking to Aguas Calientes
• Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes

The final day of your Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days brings you to the magnificent Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the most celebrated archaeological destinations in South America.

After breakfast, travel from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu according to your confirmed entrance arrangements. Your professional guide will accompany you along the official circuit assigned to your ticket and explain the history, remarkable stone architecture, agricultural terraces, and cultural significance of the site.

During the approximately two- to two-and-a-half-hour guided visit, discover the extraordinary achievements of the Inca civilization while enjoying the breathtaking mountain surroundings. The specific areas visited depend on your confirmed entrance circuit and official visitor regulations.

After completing the tour, return to Aguas Calientes and later board your scheduled train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, a Kantu Peru Tours representative will assist with your transportation back to Cusco, bringing your four-day adventure to a close.

Day 4 Details

• Destination: Machu Picchu
• Guided visit: Approximately 2–2.5 hours
• Meals included: Breakfast
• Return: Train to Ollantaytambo and transportation to Cusco
• End of services: Cusco

Yes. The package includes a Machu Picchu entrance ticket and a professional guided visit. Circuit 2 is listed as the preferred option, but the specific route and entrance time depend on official availability at the time of booking.

The tour is designed for active travelers and has a moderate-to-challenging difficulty level. Previous experience with every activity is not necessarily required, but participants should have good general fitness and feel comfortable following safety instructions during biking, rafting, ziplining, and hiking.

The package includes three hotel nights: one in Santa Maria, one in Santa Teresa, and one in Aguas Calientes. Camping is not part of the standard four-day itinerary.

Yes. Both activities are listed among the included services. However, participation depends on weather conditions, activity-provider requirements, and safety considerations. Travelers should confirm the arrangements when booking.

The Inca Jungle Trek combines transportation, mountain biking, hiking, and adventure activities before reaching Machu Picchu. The Classic Inca Trail follows an ancient trekking route that requires an official trail permit and includes camping. The Inca Jungle Trek provides a different experience with hotel accommodation and multiple outdoor activities.

The package includes three breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners, scheduled tourist transportation, and return train travel from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Breakfast on the first day and lunch and dinner on the final day are not included.

We recommend booking in advance, particularly during popular travel periods. Machu Picchu entrance tickets, train seats, and hotel availability can be limited. Contact Kantu Peru Tours with your preferred dates to confirm availability and receive the applicable booking details.

Safety is a priority during the Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days. Rafting and ziplining are subject to weather, river conditions, and safety assessments by the activity operators. If conditions are unsuitable, an activity may be modified or canceled. Any alternative arrangements will depend on operational availability and the applicable booking conditions.

Yes. Kantu Peru Tours offers private service options for couples, families, and groups of friends who prefer a more personalized experience. A private tour allows greater flexibility in coordinating the itinerary and travel arrangements, while adventure activities remain subject to safety requirements and operational conditions. Contact our team to request a personalized quotation and check availability.