Overview
Discover Peru’s ancient landscapes and wild mountain routes on a 7-day adventure from Cusco to Cusco. Start with a night out in Cusco, then ride down from Malaga Pass by mountain bike, travel into the jungle around Santa Teresa, zipline above lush scenery, and hike from Lucmabamba to Llactapata for your first distant view of Machu Picchu. Continue to Aguas Calientes before exploring Machu Picchu with a local guide, then return to Cusco and finish the trip with a challenging hike to Rainbow Mountain.
Mountain biking
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Rainbow Mountain hike
Itinerary
1
Cusco
Day 1 - Arrival in Cusco • Welcome drinks • First night out
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Cusco
- Arrive in Cusco at any time and take time to adjust to the altitude. In the evening, meet your group and enjoy a first night out in the Santa Ana neighbourhood, connecting with fellow travellers before the adventure begins.
- Exclusive inclusion: Your First Night Out Moment - Connect With New Friends
- Overnight: Cusco
- Meals: None
2
Malaga Pass to Santa Maria
Day 2 - Mountain biking • Andean views • Rivers and jungle landscapes
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Malaga Pass to Santa Maria
- Start the day with an exciting mountain biking adventure from Malaga Pass. Ride through beautiful Andean scenery, pass archaeological sites, and descend towards the jungle landscapes around Santa Maria.
- Exclusive inclusion: Mountain Biking - Malaga High Pass
- Overnight: Santa Maria
- Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
3
Santa Teresa
Day 3 - Santa Teresa visit • Guided area tour • Ziplining • Optional hot springs
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Santa Teresa
- Travel by private vehicle to Santa Teresa and enjoy a short guided tour of the area. After lunch, experience an included zipline adventure above the jungle. Later, choose to relax in nearby hot springs.
- Exclusive inclusion: Ziplining in Santa Teresa
- Overnight: Santa Teresa
- Meals: Lunch
4
Santa Teresa to Aguas Calientes
Day 4 - Lucmabamba • Llactapata hike • First Machu Picchu views • Aguas Calientes
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Santa Teresa to Aguas Calientes
- Drive to Lucmabamba and begin a 16 km hike to the ruins of Llactapata. Walk through lush landscapes and enjoy your first distant view of Machu Picchu before continuing to Aguas Calientes, where you can visit the local hot springs.
- Exclusive inclusion: Llactapata hike; Train to Aguas Calientes
- Overnight: Aguas Calientes
- Meals: Breakfast
5
Machu Picchu to Cusco
Day 5 - Machu Picchu guided tour • Ancient ruins • Return to Cusco
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Machu Picchu to Cusco
- Visit Machu Picchu early and explore the famous Inca ruins with a local guide. Learn about the history, architecture, and cultural importance of the site before returning to Cusco.
- Exclusive inclusion: Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Overnight: Cusco
- Meals: Breakfast
6
Rainbow Mountain
Day 6 - Early departure • Challenging hike • Rainbow Mountain views • Final night in Cusco
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Rainbow Mountain
- Wake early and travel to Rainbow Mountain, one of Peru’s most iconic landscapes. Complete a demanding but rewarding hike and enjoy the colourful mountain views before returning to Cusco for the final evening.
- Exclusive inclusion: Rainbow Mountain hike; Your Big Night Out Moment
- Overnight: Cusco
- Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
7
Cusco
Day 7 - Final breakfast • Departure day • End of tour
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Cusco
- Enjoy breakfast and depart at any time from Cusco. You can arrange onward travel or extend your stay in Peru independently.
- Exclusive inclusion: Departure day
- Overnight: Cusco
- Meals: Breakfast
Stays / Hotels

Inkas Land ★★★
Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu
Simple hotel stay in Aguas Calientes, suitable before the guided Machu Picchu visit.

Waman Hotel ★★★
Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu
Comfortable hotel option near Machu Picchu Pueblo, convenient for early access to Machu Picchu.

Cristobal Casona Boutique 3
Cusco
Boutique-style stay in Cusco, suitable for arrival night and the final nights before and after Rainbow Mountain.

Admiral Park Hotel ★★★★
Santa Maria
Hotel option added for the Santa Maria overnight after the Malaga Pass mountain biking experience.

Hotel Gallura ★★★
Santa Teresa
Hotel option added for the Santa Teresa overnight near the ziplining experience and optional hot springs.
Transportation

Private Vehicle or similar
Used for transfers between Cusco, Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Lucmabamba, and Rainbow Mountain areas.

Train or similar
Train journey included to Aguas Calientes for the Machu Picchu visit.

Walking / Hiking or similar
Used during the Llactapata hike, Machu Picchu visit, and Rainbow Mountain hike.

Mountain Bike or similar
Included mountain biking experience from Malaga Pass.
Some helpful facts
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Cusco
- Mountain Biking at Malaga High Pass
- Llactapata hike
- Ziplining
- Train to Aguas Calientes
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- Rainbow Mountain hike
- All transport between destinations and included activities
- CEO / Chief Experience Officer throughout
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa or entry requirements
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Airport transfers unless specified
Policies
Cancellation fees may apply depending on the date of cancellation and supplier terms. Travelers should review the full booking terms before confirming. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Prices are per traveler and subject to availability. Departure dates, availability, discounts, and itinerary details may change before booking confirmation. Travelers are responsible for passports, visas, entry requirements, and travel insurance.
Travel style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Service level: Basic
Physical rating: 4 - Demanding
Trip type: Small Group
Maximum group size: 16
Average group size: 10
Age requirement: 18-39
Trip code: SPJT
Route: Cusco to Cusco
Meals included: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches
Estimated extra meal budget: USD 140-185
Accommodation: Simple hotels twin-share 5 nights, simple hotel multi-share 1 night
Transportation: Private vehicle, walking, train
Staff: CEO / Chief Experience Officer throughout
Available extras: Machu Picchu Circuit 1, Machu Picchu Circuit 3, My Own Room