Trip
Machu Picchu, Peru
Multi-Sport
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Bike and hike around Machu Picchu and the surrounding Inca ruins, while staying off the beaten path, on this 7-day multi-sport adventure.
Sample the best of the Peruvian Andes while minimizing your time spent in crowds - this Machu Picchu hiking and biking trip package is the exact trip your guides take friends and family on when they come to visit Peru. It is simply the most compact, economical, yet incredibly fun way KB Tambo Tours can think of to visit Machu Picchu, straying a bit from the touristy, typical stuff. Peru is one of the most magical places on the planet, and each day of this trip you will get your adrenaline and excitement going while making your way to Machu Picchu. Escape the crowds of the Inca Trail and experience Peru like a local, with an adventurous and unique Peru vacation package. This trip will have you hike and mountain bike your way to Machu Picchu - a trip you will never forget.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
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Arrive to Cusco between 8-10 am. Try a cup of coca tea to ward off the altitude (over 11,000 feet!) or just plenty of water. We then transfer to our base in Ollantaytambo, a stunning two hour drive through the mountains and Sacred Valley. After checking in, we will be able to explore town a bit. There are two separate Inca sites nearby, one of them a KB x evo exclusive and rarely visited, the other is a short hike away which we will visit before dinner. -
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Today is filled with four very different but incredible Inca sites. First we will hike through the massive Inca fortress in the center of town. Then we will drive an hour up to the Continental Divide of South America and an altitude of over 14,000 feet. From the base of a huge glacier, we will mountain bike back to town, in a thrilling downhill ride that goes past waterfalls, half hidden Inca sites and indigenous communities still living in small stone huts. After lunch we are off to see the ancient Salt Pans of Maras and the mysterious, huge stone rings at Moray. First though, we will take another exclusive KB x evo side tour to a local family’s home for a short, but unique visit far off the tourist path. This visit is done on mountain bike, adding some excitement to the day, or you can choose to take the van and then hike there instead. -
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One of the least visited Inca ruins is also one of the most spectacular, and is located at the top of a mountain overlooking Ollantaytambo. It is a long and steep hike to get there, but the views are magnificent and the site itself was sacred to the Incas and has many interesting astronomical features. Today we will go on another KB x evo exclusive adventure. The people who live on this mountain are all our friends and we will stop in their home for a refreshment and authentic local experience before heading to the site. There is even an option to ride up on horse if you don’t fancy the stiff, 3,000 feet of vertical climbing! -
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We go back up to the Continental Divide at Abra Malaga today, only this time we are dropping off the backside road, which plunges more than six thousand feet downhill. This ride transitions from ice fields down to the high jungle. We will see family plantations of bananas, coffee, oranges and more as we make this ride down to St. Maria on disc brake-equipped mountain bikes. Then it’s off to a natural hot spring located down river from Machu Picchu, followed by a stay at our wonderful jungle lodge surrounded by tropical birds, flowers and fruit trees. -
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In the morning, we are going to do a short but fun visit to a small locally owned coffee plantation. From there we will begin the three hour hike, along the river and railroad tracks and through the jungle to arrive at Aguas Calientes. A full day of hiking with several interesting side hikes and visits along the way, approaching Machu Picchu by the least traveled route and great views from below of one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. -
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Machu Picchu day! Despite all the pictures you may have seen, stories you may have heard and 'crowds' you may have worried about - absolutely nothing can prepare you for the first time you see Machu Picchu. Lush green landscaping, high on a mountain top nestled in between huge snowy peaks. Not many things in life live up to their hype, but Machu Picchu is definitely one of them. Your private guide will take you to the lesser known spots inside the park to help you get the most out of our visit. Several optional side hikes also await! In the late afternoon will take a train back to our hotel in Ollantaytambo. -
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This morning we will head back to Cusco for those catching an afternoon flight, but not before making one last stop at Pisac. Famous for both their artisan craft market but, of course, yet another massive Inca archaeological site. Then you will be dropped off in Cusco, either to your hotel if you are staying longer or at the airport. This marks the end of the trip, one of the best and most active ways to spend a week in the Sacred Valley and visiting Machu Picchu.
Trip Package Includes
- Six nights double occupancy in handpicked hotels
- Breakfast, days 2 through 7
- English speaking guide all week, door to door
- Lunch, days 3, 4 and 5
- Dinner, day 4
- Airport transfer roundtrip between Cusco and Ollantaytambto
- Private van transportation throughout the trip
- Round trip bus ticket to Machu Picchu from Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- All necessary equipment for 3 bike rides (bike, bike helmets, etc)
- Entrance fees to all sites including half day Machu Picchu ticket
- 1 three-hour hike to Machu Picchu
- Personally signed Peru guidebook by the owner of KB Tambo
- 20% discount code at evo.com (exclusions apply)
Not Included
- Round trip air to/from Cusco
- Travel insurance (we recommend World Nomads)
- Single supplement of $295 per person if private room is desired throughout trip
- Lunches and dinners not mentioned as included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional horseback ride on day 3
- Optional, $20 add-on ticket to climb Huayna Picchu (pending availability)
- Guide and driver gratuities
Area Information
Machu Picchu
As one of the 7 New Wonders of the World the archaeological site, with over 200 structures surrounded by steep cliffs and tall mountain peaks, is a spectacular step back into time. Built in the fifteenth century, the site was abandoned when the Inca Empire was conquered by the Spaniards in the sixteenth century and was not known to the outside world until 1911. Now sightseers can explore the site’s extensive trail and road system as they work their way around the rugged topography and agricultural terraces.
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FAQ
FAQ
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Is my departure guaranteed?
No, KB Tambo must reach a minimum number of guests (3) to operate each trip, please wait to make travel arrangements and book flights until you have received confirmation from KB Tambo. -
Is Airfare Included? What is the best way to get to the trip start location?
No, airfare is not included. This trip begins and ends at the Cusco, Peru airport (CUZ). You should aim to arrive between 8AM to 10AM on Day 1 (Sunday), and depart between 3PM - 5PM on Day 7 (Saturday). A representative from KB Tambo Tours will pick you up at the airport in Cusco and drop you off there at the end of the trip. Upon booking, KB Tambo will send you a complete packet which goes into this and other aspects of your trip in great detail. -
Do I need to be in good shape?
This is a very active trip, and fitness or adrenaline enthusiasts will get more than their fill. However, most of the biking is downhill and the steep hike up on Day 3 has a horse lift option. Thus, you do not need to be in great shape. Average or better is fine. -
Will I have to be with the group the whole time?
KB Tambo is well known for a laid-back organizational style that often lets you feel you are on your own trip. Many people may be reluctant to take a "group tour". Trust us, we understand! We think that the combination of traveling with like-minded other folks, along with not being treated like a tourist at all, makes for a great time. But yes, you can always do a part of a day on your own schedule or go out on your own for dinner, etc. -
Can I extend my trip?
Yes. Many people do, and KB Tambo can either give you some informal pointers, or play a more substantial part of your trip planning, whatever you prefer. The treks here are incredible and would be one such recommendation. Other common add-ons include the Amazon Jungle, Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon in Arequipa, etc -
What are the accommodations like?
All rooms are double or triple rooms, all of them with private in-room bathrooms and hot water 24/7. Your hotel in Ollantaytambo is very nice - bright, sunny, outdoor gardens and lots of space. Spend one night in a jungle ecolodge that everyone loves. And one night in Aguas Calientes, where the hotels are a bit more basic due to no road going to the town, but still nice, clean modern and private baths. -
How many travelers are in the group?
Maximum of 10, average of 6. -
Do I need travel insurance?
While it is not required, we always recommend purchasing travel insurance for all trips. Travel insurance allows you to seek reimbursement if you are forced to cancel your trip for unforeseeable reasons, or if you need to cover medical help, emergency transport, and/or theft or accidental damage while traveling. We recommend World Nomads.
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What is the food like?
Breakfast is included each day in your hotel. Peruvian breakfasts are simple but plentiful and nourishing, usually including local fresh fruit, optional scrambled eggs or omelette, fresh local bread, and coffee or juice. Food in Peru is very good and has a great international reputation; there are options of either 'local' or 'tourist' restaurants in all the towns you will be staying in. -
How do lunches and dinners work?
Most days are spent in and around Ollantaytambo, where there are several good restaurants serving local fresh fare, but catering to a variety of international tastes. Lunches average $5 to $7, Dinners $7 to $10. You will usually eat together as a group (the guides really do know the best places to eat) but you are welcome to go off on your own culinary adventure. -
How much extra money should I budget?
Figure on $25 a day to eat lunch and dinner at the local restaurants, not including alcoholic beverages, which tend to greatly increase costs so factor that into your budget based on your preferences. Most people like to spend $50 to $100 on gifts for friends and family - textiles, ceramics, paintings, etc. And maybe a few hundred dollars for discretionary / emergency spending. -
What if I’m a solo traveler, is there a single supplement to have my own room?
Yes, if you are a solo traveler there is a $295 per trip charge for single supplement in hotel. Otherwise, all rooms are double or triple rooms, all of them with private in-room bathrooms and hot water 24/7. -
Do you have a packing list?
Yes, please see above and a complete packing list will be provided to you after booking. -
What is the cancellation policy for this trip?
evo upholds KB Tambo’s policies regarding date change and cancellation. Cancellation requests must be made in writing via email to evoTrip and KB Tambo. Rescheduling: We allow date changes up to 45 days before your trip. Reach out to us and we can work with you to reschedule. The following cancellation policy will be applied based on date received and trip start date: 31 days or more out; refund minus 20% of booking cost. Within 30 days of your departure, the trip is nonrefundable. -
What about Covid-19?
We are optimistic that travel will continue to become more plausible with Covid-19 vaccinations well under way in the US and elsewhere. We strongly suggest checking the CDC and WHO for the latest public health guidelines, and if you choose to travel while the pandemic is still underway, that you adhere to recommended health & safety measures before, during, and after your trip. Please note that Peru requires proof of a negative PCR test (no more than 72 hours old) before boarding any flight to Peru. Similarly, before boarding the plane for your return trip the US currently requires proof of negative Covid-19 test result (within 24 hours of return) in order to re-enter the country.
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