Comments on: Hiking, biking, rafting and zip-lining to Machu Picchu

By: Archana

Archana — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 07:48:54 +0000

Hi Rich! Yes, I think the jungle trek would be a good fit for your family. If my memory serves me right, it was a 4 day/3 night excursion, though, due to a delayed train heading back from Aguas Calientes (the port city for Machu Picchu) to Cuzco, it was essentially 4 days/4 nights. As far as price, it’s been a while, but I think it was something like $220 for two of us, including room/board, food, park fees and transportation. We booked this trek through our hostel Pariwana, but you can shop around for the “Inca Jungle trek” and get similar tours. Hope that helps!

By: Rich Davis

Rich Davis — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 01:31:37 +0000

We are a family of four (two boys 14, 18) and would like an adventure tour of Peru. We would like to start in Cuzco on April 1 and finish in Cuzco on April 5. We would like to raft, mountain bike, zip line, hot springs, see Sacred Valley ruins and of course tour Machu Picchu. What you have described seems to be right on. Can you tell me the length of time and costs associated with your tour? Thanks for the info!
Rich Davis

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By: Margaret

Margaret — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 23:05:25 +0000

Greetings from Cusco Peru!!!!! I am really happy you (Archana) have enjoyed this magic Inca Jungle adventure to Machu Picchu. This is, according to experts, not just an alternative to the classic Inca Trail, they say it is even better and I do agree!!! I really enjoy it whenever I go with the groups of TOURinPERU.com
Even though you do not need to book really in advance, it is suggested you do so. Next time you are planning to come and visit Machu Picchu, choose this great adventure and have lots of fun as a single traveller or in groups.

By: Anita

Anita — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 04:05:31 +0000

Hello!
I just completed my journey to Peru and yes the Ziplining was awsome! The rain was minimal for MP/Cusco. Seeing your picutures brought up wonderful memories. My friend got sick right after the Ziplining experience and actually left me in Peru alone! Actually, I had a better time alone and met some really memorable people. (including other solo travellers) We have exchanged email addresses to stay in contact. My next stop will be Laos. I am acutally considering doing this one alone. If you have any insight into that experience I will welcome any advice! Stay Happy and in Love!

By: Archana

Archana — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:59:50 +0000

Hi, Casey! So glad you enjoyed the photos. It was an amazing trek — and I DO remember the company! We booked it through our hostel in Cusco, Peru, which was Pariwana. You don’t have to be guests at the hostel to book through them, and you don’t really even need to do it in advance. We were in a bind because we both got sick and had to miss our scheduled classic trek, so we booked it last minute, just a few days before. July is a part of the peak season though, so you may want to call or email Pariwana to see if they can set you up beforehand in case you don’t have the luxury of a lot of time. But it definitely doesn’t require the months-in-advance booking that the classic trek calls for! It’s called the Inca Jungle Trek amongst most companies, in case you go with someone else.

Let us know if you have any more questions!

By: Casey

Casey — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:27:53 +0000

Hi there!

I am doing some Google searching to try and fine a good/legit company that does this sort of adventure trekking to Machu Picchu for our trip in July. Your photos look amazing and just like what we want to do! Any chance you remember the name of the tour company you went through?

Thanks so much for your help!
Casey

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