Itinerary

1. Full-Day Itinerary: Explore Waqrapukara – An Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventure from Cusco

   05:00 AM – Hotel Pickup in Cusco

   • Meet your guide and group for early morning departure from your accommodation.

   • Begin your journey into the remote Acomayo region.

   07:30 AM – Stop for Breakfast

   • Arrive at a local restaurant en route.

   • Enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast to prepare for the hike.

   09:30 AM – Reach Santa Lucia Trailhead

   • Drive through the scenic countryside and past the Pomacanchi Lagoon.

   • Begin your trek from the Santa Lucia trailhead.

   10:00 AM – Begin the Hike to Waqrapukara

   • Hike approximately two hours through high-altitude terrain.

   • Take in dramatic canyons, rock formations, and mountain views.

   12:00 PM – Explore Waqrapukara Site

   • Arrive at the Inca fortress at 4,300 meters elevation.

   • Spend around one hour exploring temples, walls, and platforms.

   • Learn about the site's Inca ceremonial and military past from your guide.

   01:00 PM – Start Return Hike to Santa Lucia

   • Begin the descent with photo stops along the way.

   • Retrace your scenic route back to the trailhead.

   03:00 PM – Enjoy Lunch at Local Restaurant

   • Return to the same or another nearby restaurant.

   • Relax and enjoy a freshly prepared local lunch.

   04:00 PM – Depart for Cusco

   • Begin your drive back, passing through beautiful Andean valleys.

   07:00 PM – Drop-off at Your Hotel in Cusco

   • Conclude the day with a hotel drop-off.

   • Leave with unforgettable memories of Waqrapukara's remoteness and majesty.