Full Day Hike To Waqrapucara In Cusco
Description
Visit the archaeological site of Waqrapukara (fortress) in the Cusco region. Built by the pre-Colombian Qanchi tribe, and later conquered by the Incas, the ancient Andean city of Waqrapukara is one of Peru's archaeological treasures. Travel to Pitumarca town and enjoy some scenic landscape views of the Peruvian Andes from this region.
Highlights
- Explore the Pitumarca town
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Peruvian Andes
- Explore the spiritual town and centre of Waqrapucara
- Behold stunning views of the Apurimac canyon
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- Leave Cusco early in the morning around 3:30 AM for the journey to Pitumarca town.
- Arrive at Pitumarca town and have breakfast. Continue your road journey till you reach the beginning of the hike at the Peruvian flat terrain, a paradise spot where one can see panorama views of the Peruvian Andes.
- Explore the spiritual town and centre of Waqrapucara, with a visit to the local temple, whilst enjoying stunning views of the Apurimac canyon.
- Finally, follow a trail that goes down, by the mountainside. This will include about three hours of trekking until you return back to your starting trail for the return journey to Cusco at 7:00 pm.
What's Included
Pick-up from your hotel
Transportation
Cusco Tour guide
Breakfast and lunch box
Entrance fee to Wakra Pukara
First aid equipment
What's Excluded
Dinner
Snacks on the way
Tips for the crew
What to bring
Hiking boots
Small daypack or backpack (the smaller the better)
Comfortable, lightweight trekking clothes or activewear (layers recommended)
Waterproof, sturdy hiking boots with good ankle support and traction
Raincoat or rain poncho
Warm coat
Hat and gloves
Hand sanitiser
Sun hat or cap
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Water (at least 1L)
Personal medications
Camera
Some money to buy snacks
Meeting Point
Cusco, Peru
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Per Person | |
1 To 4 | USD 50 Per Person |
This is a group tour |