huchuy qosqo trek to machupicchu
Itinerary
DAY 1: CUSCO ‐ HUCHUY QOSQO
Pick up from the accommodation at 6:00 a.m., transfer to the archaeological site of Tambomachay; the walk will begin in this place, and continue through landscapes of puna and over the Sicllaccasa pass (4020 m / 13186 ft).We will walk along a trail that leads to the Ccauca ravine, where we will find archaeological remains and wild crops, such as tarwi, and a large number of cacti. We reach the Queullococha pass (4185 m / 13727 ft), surrounding the area with spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks of Verónica, Pitusiray and Chicón. We walk along the Queullococha Lake, where we can see huallatas, ducks and small fish and then climb to the Challu Challu Pass (4220 m / 13842 ft).
Then we ascend to the fourth step in Rumicruz (4230 m / 13874 ft). Then we make our way to the Inca quarry (4220 m / 13842 ft), which was the place where the stones were extracted to build Huchuy Qosqo. We descend to the community of Pucamarca (4010 m / 13153 ft), where we will arrive in the afternoon. Here we have dinner and camp at night. huchuy qosqo trek to machupicchu
- DIFFICULTY: Moderate
- MEALS: Breakfast | Lunch
DAY 2: HUCHUY QOSQO – LAMAY – AGUAS CALIENTES
After breakfast; we leave at 7:00 a.m. from our campsite to continue to Huchuy Qosqo. Walk downhill to the Leon Punku ravine, where we find remains of an Inca bridge and trails. This canyon has geological formations surrounded by majestic rocks and that direct the river to Huchuy Qosqo at (3600 m / 11808 feet). Huchuy Qosqo is an Inca archaeological complex with imposing architecture that includes a large ceremonial center, from which we enjoy a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley. Then, the explanation begins to walk about two hours to the next point, going down about two hours until we reach Taucca, where we have the lunch place, from here we take our transport to Ollantaytambo station where we take the train to Aguas Hot, we spend the night in a beautiful Hotel in Aguas Calientes. huchuy qosqo trek to machupicchu
- DIFFICULTY: Moderate
- MEALS: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
lDAY 3: MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO
We arrived that we were all waiting for, one of the 7 wonders of the world and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO we will wake up early and after breakfast option to walk or board the bus to Machupicchu, we will make a 30-minute trip arriving at the citadel of Machupicchu. We will have a guided tour of 2 hours and 30 minutes to know the most important places of Machupicchu, you can visit the most impressive places such as the Royal Mausoleum, the 3-window temple, the main temple, the Sacred Square, the famous Intihuatana where Incas sages tied the sun on the winter solstice in June, stairways, squares, fountains, etc.
After the tour you have free time of a few more hours to visit Machupicchu on your own and if you go if you want to climb one of the mountains – Huaynapicchu (must be booked in advance) Then you will have to return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch (not included). In the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy (Depends on availability) where our transport will wait for you to return to Cusco.
- DIFFICULTY: Moderate
- MEALS: Breakfast
Incluyed
INCLUYED
Pick up from your hotel.
Tourist transport Cusco / Tambomachay (Start of the trek)
Entrance Huchuy qosqo & Entrance to the sanctuary of Machupicchu
Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
Cargo mules to carry all equipment, tents, food, kitchen equipment, restaurants and tents, passenger equipment (5 kilos maximum).
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 appetizers, 2 lunches and 2 dinners.
Diet options * Vegetarian available.
All these meals are prepared by our chef and his assistant.
Equipment: Kitchen and dining tent.
First aid kit with oxygen balloon.
Emergency horse.
Executive tourist train: Ollantaytambo / Aguas Calientes / Ollantaytambo or Poroy (According to availability)
Return transport: Train station / Hotel Cusco.
01 camping nights (Tents for 2 people)
01 night of 3 * Hotel in Aguas Calientes
24-hour support service from our offices in Cusco
NO INCLUYED
Breakfast on the first day, lunch and dinner on the last day.
Huayna Picchu Mountain Ticket or Machu Picchu Mountain.
Sleeping bag.
Walking sticks.
Tips
Travel insurance.
Additional features.
Price
OPTION 1 |
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$ 750 USD Per person |
SHARE SERVICE |
OPTION 2 |
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$ 950 USD Per person |
PRIVATE SERVICE |
RECOMMENDATIONS
OFFICIAL PAPERS
Original passport and migration card
Student card (valid per year)
Travel insurance
SLEEPING TEAM
Sleeping bag (can be rented at the agency)
Thermal rest mattress (can be rented at the agency)
CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES
Warm clothes: layers of varying temperatures, especially at night.
Thermal / gloves / scarves: wool socks / wool hat for cold nights, t-shirts for the entire walk.
Rainwear: a good raincoat and rain pants and a plastic rain poncho.
Long hiking pants
Hiking shorts
Tshirts
Underwear and casual stockings
Hiking socks
Small towel.
Waterproof gloves
Swimwear for hot springs (optional).
FOOTWEAR
Rugged, waterproof, lightweight hiking boots
Camping shoes such as tennis shoes or sandals or other footwear for use in our camps
TRAVEL ACCESSORIES
Light backpack of 30-50 liters, which is light for the walk
Trekking poles (can be rented at the agency)
Bottle of water “canteen” or camelback
Personal medical kit
Personal hygiene kit
Insect repellent
Hand sanitizer gel
Toilet paper
Headlamp (very important)
Camera and spare batteries
Extra battery charger
Sunscreen / hat and sunglasses
Earplugs
EXTRA MONEY
Extra money for drinks
Tips or gratitude for the work team
Memories, etc. (soles or dollars)
Info importante
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
- To climb the mountain of Huayna Picchu or Machupicchu mountain, there is a limit of spaces per day, it is recommended to check availability with us and book in advance.
- The pick-up, arrival and train schedules are referential, this will depend on the availability of the train company.
- We always do our best to follow the fixed itinerary, however it may change from time to time based on temporary weather and park restrictions, availability, weather, road closures, guest / injury capacity and natural events such as fires and floods.
ABOUT THE SERVICE
- Prices are per person in US dollars USD
- The cost of the program is based on a minimum 02 program in Shared and Private Service. In the case there is only 01 person to ask if we have a confirmed group to group it in shared service.
- The reservation of trains, tickets and hotels is subject to space availability.
DISCOUNT
- Foreign tourists up to 25 years with a student card and effective date per year, get a discount of $ 25.00 USD.
ADDITIONAL
Huayna Picchu Mountain $ 25.00 USD
Machupicchu Mountain $ 25.00 USD
Sleeping bag $ 20.00 USD
Inflatable air mattress $ 20.00 USD
Walking sticks (Trekking) $ 20.00 USD
Improve the category to 4 * and 5 * Hotels in Aguas Calientes (Consult us)
lImprove the category of panoramic return train $ 70.00 USD
Improve the luxury return train category $ 450.00 USD