THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Ride rediscovered Inca roads from the high puna to Machu Picchu across four days of biking, hiking, coffee farms, waterfalls and a final train into the sanctuary. Expect steep geology, warm jungle valleys and practical logistics around altitude and trains.
Ride rediscovered Inca roads from the high puna to Machu Picchu across four days of biking, hiking, coffee farms, waterfalls and a final train into the sanctuary. Expect steep geology, warm jungle valleys and practical logistics around altitude and trains.
Book with Vertikal Zipline
Book directly with Vertikal Zipline for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve NowVerified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Vertikal Zipline · Aguas Calientes, Cusco
Morning mist lifts off the Vilcanota as the first shuttle leaves Cusco; you feel the Andes breathe beneath the tires and the jungle’s humidity press against the windows. On day one the road climbs to Abra Málaga (4,216 m) and then surrenders to a long, layered descent by bike—rivers dare you to keep pace and cloud forests crowd the trail.
moderate.
4 days.
Good cardiovascular fitness and comfort with sustained hikes and long bike descents; prior multi-hour hiking experience helps
Machu Picchu ticket and train reservations are included by many operators on this route—confirm with your provider; independent tickets require advance booking.
Basic cycling competence on gravel and downhill sections is needed; guides provide safety briefings and protective gear for descents.
Yes—this hidden path is open year-round, but weather affects trail conditions and river levels, especially in the rainy season.
Visits to Cocalmayo thermal pools are part of the itinerary and allow time to soak after long trekking days.
These tracks are ancestral Inca roads that linked agricultural hamlets to administrative centers; locals and archaeologists have recently cleared sections previously reclaimed by jungle.
Tour operators work with communities to maintain trails and manage visitor impact; stick to paths, pack out waste and support local guides to reduce environmental pressure.
Vertikal Zipline operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Vertikal Zipline
Book directly with Vertikal Zipline for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now