Huchuy Qosqo Trek
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3 Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek Itinerary
DAY 1
Starting from the Inca site of Tambomachay just outside of Cusco our path leads us over high passes, through valleys and small communities and past beautiful mountain lakes. With large swathes of grassland and large open lakes the area is home to a wide variety of birds including Andean Geese, Partridges and Lapwings as well as a variety of birds or prey, all of which are regularly spotted throughout the day.
Our goal for today is the village of Qenko located close to Lake Qoricocha (Golden Water). Qenko is a traditional Andean community; located high above Cusco and the Sacred Valley the people here still maintain the customs and traditions of ages past and the majority of villagers gain their income from herding llamas and alpacas. As only a few tourists come this way the people are always intrigued to see who has come to visit their village and to welcome them with open arms.
Ruins at Qenko
DAY 2
Today has two main focuses, learning about the customs and culture of the Andean people and a visit to the Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo. Waking up early we'll be taken by our guide to one of the houses where we'll get to meet a local family. The people are incredibly welcoming and are just as eager to learn about you as you are of them; they don't get many visitors in this area and are always interested to find out about you. After the visit you'll have the opportunity to give any gifts you've brought for the local people and also to buy some of the locally made art and snacks.
Following the visit we'll make our way to Huchuy Qosqo. The route follows an original Inca Trail that leads us down a beautiful, secluded valley that is filled with native plants, flowers and birds. It really feels like another world compared to the high grasslands we've left behind. In total it takes about two and a half hours to reach Huchuy Qosqo and after a break to rest and take in the views of the Sacred Valley you'll have a guided tour of the site to learn about the Inca people and their culture. In the afternoon we head down in to the Sacred Valley to the village of Lamay where we take a bus to Ollantaytambo and then a train to Aguas Calientes.
Following the visit we'll make our way to Huchuy Qosqo. The route follows an original Inca Trail that leads us down a beautiful, secluded valley that is filled with native plants, flowers and birds. It really feels like another world compared to the high grasslands we've left behind. In total it takes about two and a half hours to reach Huchuy Qosqo and after a break to rest and take in the views of the Sacred Valley you'll have a guided tour of the site to learn about the Inca people and their culture. In the afternoon we head down in to the Sacred Valley to the village of Lamay where we take a bus to Ollantaytambo and then a train to Aguas Calientes.
DAY 3
Waking up early we'll take the first bus back up to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens. We'll have a 2 hour guided tour of the site during which you'll learn about the Incas and visit all the most important areas of the citadel. After your tour you'll have free time to explore the site by yourself and either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain (optional). In the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo from where you will take our transport back to Cusco where the tour ends.
RESERVE MY HUCHUY QOSQO TREK
Huchuy Qosqo Trek 2018 Pricing
The Huchuy Qosqo Trek Includes:
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Hostel/Hotel Pickup
- Transport to Start of Trek
- Meals (2 Breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 Afternoon Snacks, 2 Dinners)
- English Speaking Guide
- First Aid + Oxygen
- Huchuy Qosqo Admissions
- Tents and 1 Night Hostel Accommodations on day 2 (Marco Wasi, Inka Tower or similar)
- Guided Machu Picchu Tour in English or Spanish
- Machu Picchu General Admission
- Train fro Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Return Transport by Bus and Train from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Does Not Include:
- Meals not specified
- Sleeping Bag (can be rented)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain Hikes - These can be added upon request ($20).
- Bus Transport from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes - This route is normally hiked, bus can be booked on location
Before You Book:
- Pricing is based on double occupancy
- Please ask us about special group discounts if travelling with 3 or more people
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking
- This tour begins in Cusco, Hostel/Hotel Pickup is included for Accomodation located in Cusco City Center
- Tour does not have set departures, you can choose your own start date
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Huayna Picchu / Machu Picchu Mountain not included in based price, subject to availability at additional cost.
- $20 off for students with Valid University/College Identification Card Must bring ID with you.
- If you are a señior or traveling with small children please ask us about our private tours.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 45 and 30 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 30 days or less of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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