1-Day Mama Simona Mountain Trek from Cusco on an Ancient Inca Trail

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike an ancient Inca trail up the holy mountain of Mama Simona
• 02 Take in scenic countryside west of the Cusco valley
• 03 See symbols of ancient rituals along the trekking route
• 04 Enjoy panoramic views over the Cusco valley from 14,000 feet

Trek on Mama Simona, a holy mountain of the ancestors located west of the Cusco valley. Follow an ancient Inca trail through scenic countryside, passing symbols of ancient rituals along the way. Reach the summit at 14,000 feet to enjoy sweeping views over the Cusco valley and its surroundings before returning to Cusco in the early afternoon.

Enjoy the view of the Cusco valley and its surroundings from the top, at an altitude of 14,000 feet.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cusco

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mama Simona Mountain Hike from Cusco

• Start from the city of Cusco with a 30-minute drive to the west of the valley.

• Hike for about 2 and a half hours on an ancient Inca trail to the top of Mama Simona, a holy mountain.

• Enjoy the view of the Cusco valley and its surroundings from the top, at an altitude of 14,000 feet.

• Return to Cusco in the early afternoon.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation

• Professional guide service

What's Not Included

• Walking sticks optional

• Water & snacks

Know before you go

• This walk is suitable for all ages, and there are resting places along the way.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cusco, Peru

Tour start

Cusco, Peru

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.