3 DAYS HUCHUYQOSQO
3 Days / 2 Night
Group Persons
2 to 10 people
Dificulty
Moderate
Altura
3.600 m.s.n.m
ITINERARY
The hike to Huchuy Qosqo begins from the Inca site of Tambomachay on the outskirts of Cusco, our path takes us through valleys and small communities, passing beautiful lakes and mountains.
Then, after having an exhaustive walk we will arrive near Lake Qoricocha (Golden Lake) and have lunch and fill ourselves with energy to continue the walk. Continuing our journey to Huchuy Qosqo we will ascend to the highest pass of the day and then descend and go through agricultural terraces, a fabulous canyon with a portion of the Inca trail.
We will spend the night on one of the terraces of Huchuy Qosqo, obviously when you get there you will enjoy a spectacular and delicious dinner.
After a abundant and nutritious breakfast, you will enjoy the guided tour throughout the archaeological site of Huchuy Qosqo and then descend for approximately 2 hours to the town of Lamay where we will have lunch.
Once we are ready and well fed, our private mobility will be waiting for us to head towards Ollantaytambo. to have a brief tour of this mysterious and magical place, considered the last intact living place.
Inca town that exists, you will surely enjoy this picturesque town and its old cobblestone streets. In Ollantaytambo, you will board the train that heads to Aguas Calientes.
As soon as you arrive and after checking in at the hotel, you will have the afternoon free to visit the relaxing and explore the town. Make sure you go to bed early and save energy for the next day.
After having a delicious breakfast we will go to the bus station to take the buses to the majestic Citadel of Machu Picchu, also known as “The Crystal Condor”. After a 25 minute bus ride to Machu Picchu, where we will have to present the entry tickets with your passport.
Your tour guide will take you to the best views and the best-known places that this beautiful place has. The guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours. You will also have moments of connection. Since in the time of the Incas this place was considered one of the most important and spiritual.
At the end of the visit we will take the bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then board the train back to Ollantaytambo. Finally, a private bus will take you back to Cusco and back to your hotel.
If you are thinking of hiking to the Huayna Picchu mountain or the Machupicchu mountain, you will have to reserve your tickets well in advance.
PRICE & INCLUSIONS
We offer private tours with exclusive transportation, professional guides and personalized assistance. Each experience is custom designed to ensure comfort and quality. Contact us for more details and quotes.
INCLUDES
- Professional Tour guide
- High quality service and security
- Previous information
- First aid kit
- Personalized service.
- Private transport to hotels and sacred sites.
- Entrance tickets
- Camping Tents
- Mattress
- Entrance fees to all archeological sites, sacred temples.
- Train to/from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu).
- Entrance to Machu Picchu with shuttle service
- Water
- Snacks
- 2 Breakfast
- 2 Lunch
- 1 Dinner
NOT INCLUDES
- Airfare to Cusco, Peru.
- Cancellation & medical insurance.
- Meals, snack and drinks not specified.
- Tips & gratuities for guides, drivers, bellboys, waiters, etc.
- Any items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, and telephone calls.
- Travel insurance.
- Sleeping Bag
- Walking Poles
RECOMENDATIONS
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Hat and gloves
- T-shirts
- Hand sanitizer
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Money (Peruvian soles and coins )
- Water bottle or Camelbak
- Sun protection cream
- Water
- Toiletries
- Personal medication
- Camera
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FREQUENT QUESTIONS
First and foremost, double check now that you have your passport and that it is valid and up to date. It is required to have a passport that is valid for 6-months or more to enter Peru. We will need your passport number to make reservations at hotels and at Machu Picchu.
Arrival city is Cusco (CUZ -Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport). Most airlines will have you fly into Lima where you will go through customs and then board your connecting flight to Cusco.
Groups are usually 8 to 10 people. This also depends on the time of year. The maximum is 10 people and the minimum is 2 people.
You must bring your passport, as it is required for entry to Machu Picchu and for hotel check-ins. We also recommend bringing copies of your important documents. Your passport must also be valid for at least 6 months.
You can book the tour through our website or at our office. Cancellation policies vary depending on the tour or itinerary, but generally, you need to cancel at least 30 days before the tour for a full refund. Please check the specific terms when booking.
We strongly encourages participants to come prepared with health insurance and travel insurance. Here are some suggested websites to determine what insurance best meets your individual needs:
We want you to feel your absolute best while on the journey. We will be in altitudes varying from 3360mt (11000 ft.) – 3900mt (13,000 ft.) Here are some suggestions to help you maintain a vibrant state of health and wellbeing:
- Drink a lot of water and stay well hydrated
- Rest as much as possible upon arrival
- Drink coca leaf tea and herbal teas upon arrival; continue to drink it daily.
- DO NOT drink the tap water in Peru. Hotels & restaurants will have purified water to drink. Bottled water is available as well.
For motion sickness, bring ginger candies to have on hand while on shuttles, trains and buses