Cusco - Machu Picchu Jungle Trek - Sacred Valley

Cusco - Machu Picchu Jungle Trek - Sacred Valley 
7D/6N all inclusive

A one week comprehensive visit to Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.


This remote and rarely visited region offers the trekker an insight into the lives of the inhabitants of this diverse area of jungle visiting some Inca sites along the route plus the opportunity to visit and camp at the communities carrying out there daily routines amongst the jungle plantations of fruit, tea and coffee. Inside the houses youll see guinea pigs running loose.

This new trek will provide you with a refreshing adventure at a relaxing pace with added bonus of reaching Machu Picchu at a comfortable lower altitude.

Last night is spend in a very special place in Urubamba, Sacred Valley with the possibility to take part in the sacred plant ceremony: Ayahuasca Ceremony  or San Pedro Ceremony as optional.














Day 1: Arrive Cusco
On arrival at Cusco you are met and transferred to your hotel in Cusco. The rest of the day is at leisure for own activities. Overnight Cusco.

Day 2: Cusco - City tour.
After breakfast there is free time before we collect you from your hotel by private coach and drive to San Pedro market where we can observe the local people during their daily shopping routine at this colourful and lively market. From here we continue on foot to visit the Inca site of Qoricancha. Then onto the Plaza to visit the Cathedral. Here there is free time for lunch before we rejoin our transport to drive to the nearby important Inca ruins at Sacsayhuaman, Q'enko, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Returning to your hotel where the rest of the day is free. Trek briefing at the hotel in the evening. Overnight Cusco.

Day 3: Cusco- begin Jungle trek to Machu Picchu.
After breakfast we are transferred by bus to start point of the trek in the town of Huyro. The journey by road winds its way up and along precipitous cliffs and after a few hours, having travelled over the pass of magical Abra Malaga we make the slow descent towards Chaullay and then to Huyro. From here on, youll see jungle vegetation beginning to cover the valley sides; the weather gets steadily warmer and the plant life thickens as you gradually descend into the jungle valley. As we arrive into the Amayabamba Valley  we will stop to visit Inca sites such as Inca Tambo, Huaman Marca and Humas Bamba. We can then begin our trek through cloud forest  visiting farming communities,coffee plantations, coca fields and fruit farms. Lunch will be at  Cochapata. After lunch we continue on our way to Coripujgio community for our nights camp.

Day 4: Jungle trek to Machu Picchu.
After our early breakfast . We trek through the cloud forest to reach the ruins of the Inca fortress and prison, still partially covered in vegetation. After exploring the ruins and taking a snack we descend through the jungle heading into the Amaybamba valley where we will have lunch. After lunch we then take a steady climb up to our nights camp at Cocalmayo where there will be the chance to relax in the hot springs after the days exertions

Day 5: Jungle trek to Machu Picchu..
After an early breakfast, we take the local transport to Lucmabamba (40 minutes ride) to our start hiking point. Once at the Llactapata entrance, you will start an ascent hike towards the ruins of Llactapata. On the way you will observe coffee plantations, beautiful landscapes as well as diverse flora and fauna. After three hours, you will arrive at Llactapata where you will have an amazing view of Machu Picchu. Here you will have time to rest and enjoy the scenery. A descending trail will take you to the Hydroelectric where you will eat lunch. The last part of the trek, an approximately 2 hours walk, takes us to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, you will be accommodated at the hostel or hotel of your choice (included on this package). There is free time in the evening.

Day 6: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu Sanctuary - Aguas Calientes - Urubamba.
Today, you will be able to choose between waking up at 4:30a.m. and walking up to Machu Picchu or taking a bus to Machu Picchu at 7:00a.m. In Machu Picchu, you will have a guided tour for about two hours and after that you will be free to explore the Citadel and take pictures. After Machu Picchu you need to come back to Aguas Calientes where you will be taking a train to Ollantaytambo and from there; we transfer you to your hotel in Urubamba. Overnight Urubamba.

At night 8pm: Ayahuasca Ceremony  or San Pedro Ceremony (optional)

Day 7: Urubamba- departure
After breakfast we take the private transfer to Cusco airport for your connecting flight.


When:
14 - 21 November 2015
This tours is also available on demand for groups of 4 and more.

Prices:
Group 2 pax: USD995  per person based on 2 sharing
Group 4 pax; USD925  per person based on 2 sharing
Group 6 pax; USD895  per person based on 2 sharing
Group 8 pax; USD845  per person based on 2 sharing


Optional add ons: 
Ayahuasca Ceremony  or San Pedro Ceremony (optional): USD200 per person

WHAT'S INCLUDED
Just to be absolutely clear, here is what you're getting for your money on this holiday.
4 nights hotel accommodation including breakfast.
4 night / 3 day Jungle trek to Machu Picchu with all camping equipment, meals, train ticket, entrance Machu Picchu.    
Transfers between airport and hotel
Local guides and assistance.
Excursions as described in tour itinerary 
All hotel baggage handling for 1 piece of luggage per person.

RESTRICTIONS
Participants should have an average fitness level.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Flights (we can advise on routes. Contact us for more information).  
Travel insurance
Meals other than stated
The Cusco tourist ticket (BTC) this allows discounted entrance in to most archaeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley which can be purchased on entry to the sites.
Side trips or excursions designated on the tour details as optional (we can
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses.



This trek is operated by our business Partners: 
Aston Garcia Tours (Luxury Tours in South America)

Contacts and bookings:
Jiron Bolognesi No. 152, Urubamba, Urubamba, Cusco, Peru. 
Tel: 084 509703. Cel: 947 773896
E: reservations@astongarciatours.com
W: www.astongarciatours.com