Waqrapukara Hiking Day Trip from Cusco
Venture into the stunning landscapes of the Andes on this day trip to Waqrapukara. Start with an early morning pick-up and a scenic drive to Punta Carretera, where the uphill hike begins. This 1.5-hour trek leads you through breathtaking terrain to the ancient site of Waqrapukara, allowing time to explore and capture the beauty of the surroundings. Savor a delicious box lunch amidst the ruins before retracing your steps back to Punta Carretera for the return trip to Cusco.
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Waqrapukara Hiking Day Trip from Cusco
Pickup included
What's included in Waqrapukara Hiking Day Trip from Cusco
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The tour begins with pick-up from your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. Once the entire group is on board, we will start your journey towards the south of Cusco. We will travel for approximately 3 hours by tourist transport, making a stop in Cusipata to enjoy a comforting breakfast.
After breakfast, we will continue to the town of Santa Lucía, where we will take a detour and travel for another 15 minutes along a winding road until we reach Punta Carretera. Here, we will take about 10 minutes to get ready and make final preparations before starting the hike. We will begin the hike uphill, which will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and covers a distance of around 2.5 kilometers. Along the way, we will enjoy beautiful Andean landscapes, canyons, and mountains until we reach the archaeological complex of Waqrapukara.
Complejo Arqueologico Waqrapukara
Upon arrival, the guide will provide a complete explanation about the history, architecture, and cultural significance of this impressive site. Afterwards, there will be free time to explore on your own and take photos. After the visit, we will enjoy a delicious box lunch before starting your return.
Inclusions
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen.
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish – English).
- Tourist transportation.
- Entrance fee
- Pick-up from hotel within Cusco’s historic center.
- Box lunch.
- Breakfast en route.
- Extra expenses
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
our guide will contact you 10 minutes before arriving at your hotel located in the historical center.
