Lima, Peru
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Highlights
- Biking through the jungle and Sacred Valley área
- White wáter rafting
- Enjoy the hot springs and the nature around it
- Hike and tour to Machu Picchu
Description
What better way to arrive at the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu than by adventure? Join us for an action packed 2-day journey that will be a highlight of your trip to Peru.
We start day 1 biking through lush jungle and Andes peaks. Then, we’ll take to the Urubamba River, rafting through rapids as we take in the scenic shoreline. The day closes out at Colcamayo natural hot springs where you can relax in the warm waters and enjoy the 360 degree views of the area.
The next morning we’re up bright and early to begin the final trek to Machu Picchu. We’ll walk for about 2.5 hours on flat land beside the train tracks. This road takes us all the way to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to your final destination. After a short break and bus up the mountain, we arrive to the lost city of the Incas for a guided tour of the magical Machu Picchu.
Who This Experience Is Good For
Anyone interested in the outdoors, nature and adventure!
Meet Our Local Host
Omar is your host for the weekend. He is a local from Peru and a friend to Remote Year. He was the previous City Manager in Lima and can't wait to meet more Remotes while experiencing Machu Picchu together.
Itinerary
DAY 1
Morning
We will begin our Andean Adventure trip early in the morning (4:30 am pick up from your hotel) as a fun and active day awaits us, heading northwest of Cusco, we will pass by the towns of Chinchero, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo, the last two located in the Sacred Valley of the Inkas. Our adventure begins at Abra Málaga at 4,316 m / 14,160 ft high pass, with its impressive view of the snowcapped Veronica. Here you will receive a brief description of our biking adventure, equipment, bicycles and safety instructions. Once we are ready, we will start our descent towards the town of Santa María located at 1300 m /4265 ft, along our outstanding route of approx. 3 hours, we will be able to whiteness amazing landscapes, glaciers, orchid gardens, fruit tree plantations, coca, coffee, cocoa, tea, all typical of the jungle we approach, in addition to enjoying our lunch.
Afternoon
After we recover from such a unique experience, we will be ready to start the next one, river rafting full of adrenaline for approx. 1 hour and a half. Finally, after this, we will take the van and drive for approx. 1 hour to the town of Santa Teresa where we will check in to the Eco Lodge.
Evening
After enjoying a delicious dinner, we will head out to the famous hot springs of the town where we will have some time to chill and relax. (This is one of the highlights of the day!)
DAY 2
Morning
The next morning we will start the day at 5:30 am. After breakfast, our professional guide will guide to the town of Aguas Calientes. To get there, we will hike for 2.5 hours, to then take the bus and start your guided tour through the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu! You will have the chance to learn and visit some of the main temples, stairways, squares, roads, among other amazing spaces of this architectural complex, such as the Intiwatana. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore this extraordinary World Heritage Site on your own. Our guide will indicate where and at what time we can meet again for the return.
Afternoon
We will enjoy lunch at Aguas Calientes to then return to Cusco. For that, we will be taking the train and a van transport afterward.
What's Included
- Food - Breakfast Day 2
- Food - Lunch Day 1 and 2
- Entrance Fee / Tickets
- Local Guide
- Transportation - Round Trip
- Accommodation in Santa Teresa (Friday night)
- Professional gears and accessories for the activities on the first day
What's Not Included
- Food - Breakfast Day 1
- Food - Dinner Day 1
- Drinks
- Tips for vendors
- Transportation - Flight from Lima-Cuzco-Lima
Know Before You Go
- Minimum Needed: 06 people
- Maximum Capacity: 40 people
- Booking Deadline: 16 days before the event
- Weather Dependent: Yes
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Special Clothing Required: No
- Special Dietary Restrictions: Most dietary needs catered
- Extra Cash: Needed for tipping / donation / additional services
- Accommodation: Lodges are both simple but comfortable. No AC. Private rooms don't mean bigger beds, it only means, a private room
- Flights: Flights are $130-220 approx. and you can use airlines such as viva air, LATAM, and Peruvian Airlines. More details will be shared in your specific group
- What To Bring: Bring bathing clothes, rainy gear (depending on the season). hiking shoes are not necessary but advisable. comfortable shorts. long trousers, not leggings because mosquitoes can pass through them. various changes of clothing due to humidity, especially underwear clothing, socks. Accessories: small backpack for supplies, sunglasses. mosquito repellent. sunscreen. toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant. a hat that provides shade. cash (soles) for purchases in the town, tips, and bar consumption
- Schedule: Due to environmental, climatic or other factors, beyond the vendors' control, the travel itinerary may vary. If so, it will be notified promptly
- No refunds: There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors
- Additional Info: For us to secure your ticket, we will need access to your name, last name (as stated in your passport), nationality, passport number, DoB, pick-up location and dietary restrictions. This information is necessary for us to purchase your train tickets, entrance to Machu Picchu, etc. Remotes are responsible for sharing this information with the Lima City Manager or Lima City Coordinator in a timely manner