This travel through southern Peru includes city inspections, valley trips, multi-day walks, and forest observations across 9 days and 8 nights. It commences in Cusco and advances to nearby valleys before entering trail sections and tropical areas. People join in led hikes and boat rides, each exposing parts of Andean landscapes and traditions. BIO ANDEAN EXPEDITIONS administers the whole plan, offering constant help from opening to end.
Journeyers associate with district habits, like plant identification and animal spotting continued through periods. Breaks at Inca constructions go with detailed surveys from qualified guides. These authorities, adept in different languages, count on prolonged accounts in guiding sets from various countries by these ways. They pass on the aims of each spot in Inca society and its connections to today’s Andean methods. Private transportation, owned by the agency and overseen by trained drivers, promises safe passages steadily.
A main piece concerns the Manu zone, where river paths allow looks at multiple species common to the Amazon border. Lodges furnish necessary comforts, matching the wildlife stress. In the complete order, one of our employees watches your growth, set for any shifts.
Cusco bits highlight Inca places and colonial structures. Actions range from steered rambles to vehicle journeys, covering temples and strongholds. Guides, with significant way knowledge, develop on Inca building strategies for goals like crop growth. The agency’s carriers give ease in transitions, and all breaks contain full pictures to grow understanding.
The route then hits Manu National Park, a secured region full in biodiversity. Boat travels along waters enable views of monkeys, birds, and reptiles typical to the humid environment. The ending days return to Cusco, joining the varied pieces seen.
Overall, this plan by BIO ANDEAN EXPEDITIONS excels in its equalized range, linking physical work with stops. It draws those interested in Peru’s historical extent and natural variety, keeping a regular flow. The agency’s own tools, from carriers to multilingual staff, build a solid frame. Several note the personal care makes the relaxing degree feel manageable.
Day 1: Cusco City Tour
Day 2: Sacred Valley Of the Inkas – Cusco
Day 3: Cusco – Challacancha – Soraypampa
Day 4: Soraypampa – Chaullay – La Playa
Day 5: La Playa – Llaqtapata – Aguas Calientes
Day 6: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
Day 7: Cusco – Puerto Maldonado – Tambopata
Day 8: Tambopata
Day 9: Tambopata – Puerto Maldonado
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Upon arrival into Cusco you will be met by one of our professional and friendly representatives. They will be holding a sign with your ‘last name’ on it. You will be transferred to your comfortable Cusco hotel in the air conditioned comfort of our modern van. Upon arrival to your hotel you will be given a pre-briefing about your upcoming trip and you will be presented with all your vouchers for your upcoming trip. You will have the morning free to relax and acclimatize to the altitude.
In the afternoon you will be picked up from your hotel for your half day City Tour of Cusco. Our tour will start with a visit to the San Cristobal Plaza where we will enjoy panoramic views of the city. From there we will make our way to the San Pedro Markets where we will soak in the local flavours and learn about the products grown in the area which supply the whole city. Our visit to the Koricancha Temple is an interesting one. This temple in Quechua means ‘Gold Enclosure’ and back in Pre-Colombian times it was completely covered in gold. We will continue on and visit the Santo Domingo Church and then up the cobblestone streets visiting the artisans’ neighbourhood of San Blas stopping by the Inca Roca Palace which today is the Archbishop’s Palace and home of the famous 12 Angled Stone. We will finish our tour visiting the main square in Cusco, the Cathedral and its many precious colonial materpieces. After your tour of Cusco you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cusco.
You will be picked up at 8:15 am. Full day excursion to the Urubamba Valley visiting: the colorful Indian market in Pisac where a mixture of color and tradition will be able appreciated besides will have a good opportunity to try our bargain skills on the free time to interact with the local craftsmen to purchase their hand-made souvenirs. The Valley has a distance of 31 km (19 miles) of Cusco, and an altitude of 2,970 ms (9,700 p), Pisac is located to the entrance of the Sacred Valley and followed by Ollantaytambo, the older town continuously occupied of the American continent. The narrow streets of Ollantaytambo, along with their channels that have not varied from the time Inca, evoke their ancestral inheritance, lunch in a typical restaurant and after we explore Ollantaytambo we will be visit Chimcheros which is another great archeological site in the Sacred Valley we will be back in cusco at around 6:00 pm.
We pick you up from your hotel at 4:00 am. and we traveled by bus for approx. 2 hours to Mollepata, where we will have breakfast, this first breakfast must be ordered at a local restaurant in Mollepata. After that, we take the private transport again to Challacancha for about 40 more minutes of travel, where our walk will begin.
The 3-hour trek will take us to Soraypampa where we will have lunch with panoramic views of our Domes and the beautiful Humantay (4,120m. / 13,500 feet) and Salkantay (6,271m. / 20,575 feet) peaks. We will begin our trek towards Soraypampa, our first camp. (3,800m. / 11,750 feet, the highest and coldest camp of the trip) admiring the beautiful landscape on the way as an optional visit we will go to the Humantay lagoon which is located 1:30 minutes walking from Soraypampa.
We will have breakfast around 5:30 am. and we will start our trek towards the highest pass of this trek (4,650m. / 15,200ft) located midway between 2 huge mountains, Salkantay on the right and Tucarhuay on the left. From this pass, the views of the 2 snow-capped mountains are incredible, there is a possibility of seeing snow here.
After a break, we will continue our walk (downhill) through a spectacular cloud forest towards Huayraqpunku, where we will have lunch. Then we walk again after lunch in the direction of the beginning of the jungle until we reach Chaullay or Colpapampa (3,000m. / 9,800ft), where we will take a transport to the Domes.
After breakfast, at 6.30 am, we will try to arrive as early as possible in Llaqtapata, we walk a part of the original Inca trail and get some experience of the natives who live here in the area. Have the opportunity to harvest various fruits and have one of the best views of the Urubamba Valley. See the Salkantay mountain in the background and have your first glimpse of Machu Picchu, after arriving at Hidroelectrica where we will have lunch, then continue walking, passing a variety of crop plantations, coca, banana we will be walking approx. 2:30 minutes along the train track until we reach the town of Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night in a hostel in Aguas Calientes, you can take advantage of the hot springs of the town (entrance 10 soles) a real pleasure after finishing the walk.
We get up early in the morning around 4 am. then to have breakfast and go to Machu Picchu, which takes 1:30 minutes walking, but there is another option to take the first bus that leaves at 5:30 am. towards Machu Picchu (it lasts 25 minutes) to appreciate the magnificent city as the sun rises.
Your guide will give you a 2-hour tour, and then you can explore the mysterious city on your own. If you still have energy, you can also climb Huayna Picchu (2,720m. / 8,890ft) It takes 1:45 minutes to reach the top (optional and see availability). Then you will take the train around 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm or 6:20 pm depending on the availability of the train, so you will arrive in Ollantaytambo after 2 hours of travel, so a private transport that will take you from return to Cuzco.
Your guide will pick you up from the airport or from the bus station. You’ll then go to our office based in Puerto maldonado to register (passport number and flight number). Then, you’ll take the boat down Madre de Dios River to get to our Lodge. After a one-hour boat ride, you’ll arrive at the Lodge where you’ll be given a fresh exotic fruit juice. You’ll get the key to your room.
After resting for a bit, you’ll go for a two-hour walk in the jungle. Your guide will tell you about the lush vegetation (some trees are 500 years old). You’ll also have the chance to see birds (parrots, macaws…), monkeys snakes, butterflies… You’ll discover our wonderful jungle.
In the evening, you and your guide will go for a boat ride on Madre de Dios River to look for caimansYou’ll spot the shiny red eyes of the caimans with a flashlight. You might also observe capibaras, the biggest rodents in the world. They can weight up to 60 kilos.
Back at the Lodge you will be served dinner.
You’ll wake up early (5.30am) to get to a canopy and Zip lining , that is 40 metres high. From up there you’ll get to see different species of birds, such as macaws or Eagles.
After breakfast, you’ll go to the Monkey Island, which is jsut across from our Lodge. There, you’ll see different kind of monkeys. Then , you’ll take the boat again to get to the National Tambopata Reserve. After a five kilometre walk, you’ll discover the amazing Sandoval Lake. It’s a real wonder, where you’ll see a great varierty of animals, such as birds, monkeys, sloths…After a typical lunch, you’ll go for a boat ride on the lake to see the animals from closer. If it’s a lucky day, you might see giant otters (animals in danger of extinctiuon) or very big black caimans (the biggest one registered is five metre long).
After breakfast you’ll head back to the city to visit the local market and discover some tropical fruits. Your guide will take you to the airport or to the bus station.
| Service Type | Price per Person | Required Pre-payment | Notes |
| Group Service | $1800 | $200 | Shared with up to 12, includes guiding and transports as listed |
| Private Service | $2000 | $250 | Dedicated for your group, with exclusive guide and vehicle arrangements |
Highlands in Cusco and valleys range from 5-20 degrees Celsius daytime, with colder nights around 0-5 degrees Celsius in June to August, and drier conditions from May to October. The Salkantay trek can see snow at passes, while Manu jungle averages 25-35 degrees Celsius with high humidity, and rain more frequent from November to April. I remember a sudden rain in the jungle turning a walk into a muddy adventure, so always carry a poncho.
Residents in Cusco combine Quechua traditions with modern routines, often sharing stories about Inca history over casual chats. Valley communities in Pisac are hospitable during market interactions, valuing polite bargaining. Trek locals near Soraypampa maintain offerings to nature, quiet and respectful. In Manu, indigenous groups along rivers emphasize conservation, willing to explain wildlife spotting techniques. A traveler once joined a fruit harvest on the trail, creating a simple but meaningful exchange.
Common dishes use potatoes, corn, and quinoa from local sources, such as soups in highlands or fresh fish in the jungle. Trek meals focus on carbs for energy. For cheap eats, Cusco vendors offer grilled corn under $1, or Puerto Maldonado markets have banana chips affordably. Organic ingredients are prevalent, but international like sandwiches may add $3-7 depending on the spot; inquire at eateries. Avoid heavy foods at high elevations to prevent discomfort.
In Cusco, stroll the main square for daily observations without costs. Pisac hills provide valley views openly. Aguas Calientes has short paths near town at no fee. Manu lodge areas allow brief self-guided loops for bird watching. A standout: Ollantaytambo’s water channels for a sense of Inca engineering freely.
Cusco’s side streets have family places with set lunches including soup and rice for $2-4. In Puerto Maldonado, local stalls serve ceviche under $3. Aguas Calientes eateries offer basic plates cheaply. Seek “almuerzo” signs for deals. I recall a $1.50 meal in Mollepata that energized the entire trek day.
| Month | Highland Temp (°C) | Jungle Rain (mm) | Tips |
| Jan | 8-18 | 200-300 | Rain gear for Manu |
| Apr | 10-20 | 100-200 | Good for clear treks |
| Jul | 5-15 | 50-100 | Warm layers for nights |
| Oct | 8-18 | 100-200 | Ideal wildlife viewing |
For all seasons, use breathable layers: short-sleeve shirts under jackets, sturdy pants for protection. Dry months May-October require hats for sun and gloves for cool evenings. Wet season November-April needs waterproof boots and quick-dry clothes. Avoid materials that stay wet. At higher spots, add scarves for wind. Reliable walking shoes are crucial everywhere. Statistics indicate 75% of participants report improved comfort with versatile attire.
The relaxing pace involves 3-5 hour walks on uneven trails, requiring good balance and moderate fitness. Altitude demands slow movements; approximately 15% experience mild symptoms, mitigated by coca tea. No serious health prerequisites, but consult physicians for respiratory issues. Hydrate with at least 3 liters daily. An story: a group member completed the Salkantay pass by pacing with the guide, transforming challenge into accomplishment.
This Cusco Machupicchu + Manu Jungle package lasts 9 days and 8 nights, allowing ample time to experience city tours, valley explorations, treks, and jungle activities at a comfortable pace. It accommodates up to 12 people per group, ensuring personalized guidance and smoother coordination in confined spaces like boats or narrow paths.
The tour ascends to approximately 4700 meters or 15418 feet in areas like high passes, with gradual increases to aid acclimatization. The relaxing level includes moderate walking days balanced by rest periods, suitable for those with basic physical condition but prepared for some uphill sections in treks.
Private transportation owned by BIO ANDEAN EXPEDITIONS is utilized for most transfers, with highly trained drivers handling mountain and jungle roads safely. Boats are used for river excursions in Manu, and trains for the valley to Aguas Calientes, where you can choose PeruRail for reliable schedules or Inca Rail for improved scenery observations.
Guides are experts in leading travelers from around the world, fluent in Spanish and English with additional languages available, possessing extensive knowledge of the routes to provide clear and detailed explanations of Inca constructions and Andean traditions during visits.
Meals feature natural, locally sourced organic ingredients as specified, such as 3 breakfasts in Salkantay. International cuisine options are available at additional costs depending on the location; consult the reservations team at BIO ANDEAN EXPEDITIONS to accommodate dietary preferences.
One of our representatives monitors your itinerary at all times, prepared to assist or adjust as needed. First aid kits are carried for emergencies, guides are trained in handling issues, and private transports are maintained for reliability in remote areas like trails or rivers.
Stays vary from hotels in Cusco to luxury domes with private bathrooms and hot showers during the trek, and lodges in Manu with basic facilities like beds and mosquito nets, all clean and appropriate for the environment to ensure restful nights after daily activities.
Yes, you can select PeruRail, which offers more departure times for flexibility, or Inca Rail, which provides cars with larger windows for better enjoyment of the surrounding landscapes during the journey from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
Sites such as Koricancha, Ollantaytambo, and Llaqtapata receive in-depth explanations from experienced guides on their engineering for purposes like astronomy and agriculture, connecting them to broader Inca history and traditions for a comprehensive understanding.
Certain days include optional elements like the walk to Humantay lagoon or visits to hot springs in Aguas Calientes, allowing personalization without disrupting the group’s schedule.
In Manu, boat rides and walks may reveal monkeys, parrots, macaws, caimans, capibaras, sloths, and possibly giant otters or black caimans, with guides pointing out their behaviors and habitats in the reserve.
Pack layers to handle shifts from highland coolness to jungle humidity, including waterproof items for rain and warm gear for evenings at altitude; the itinerary’s progression helps gradual adaptation to different conditions.
Yes, market visits in Pisac and fruit harvesting along the trail involve conversations and learning about daily lives, conducted respectfully to foster authentic connections with Andean people.
First aid kits address minor concerns, and guides know the nearest facilities; required insurance supports coverage, while the monitoring representative can arrange quick assistance in isolated spots like jungles or trails.
Unlike shorter options, this 9-day package covers 10 locations blending history, trekking, and jungle immersion, with BIO ANDEAN EXPEDITIONS’ proprietary resources and expert staff making it more comprehensive and dependable than competitors’ abbreviated versions.
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From November to January — especially in December — Machu Picchu Circuit 2 tickets, the most complete and popular route we usually include, are sold out on many dates.
For new bookings with departures during these months, if Circuit 2 is not available for your travel date, we will secure Circuit 3 first (lower urban sector with a longer, more immersive walk) or, if that is also unavailable, Circuit 1 (upper panoramic area with the iconic postcard view). All options are subject to availability.
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