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Huchuy Qosqo Trek Full Day

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Travel Duration: Full Day Tours
Departure: Cusco
Group Size: 10 per group
Availability: Daily Departures
trip-styles: hiking
Max Altitude: 4150 m - 13.615 ft
Lodging Type: not
Difficulty: easy
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Huchuy Qosqo Trek Full Day

If you are looking for an exciting day trip from Cusco that takes you off the beaten path through beautiful Andean landscapes, small communities and a fascinating archaeological site, we recommend Huchuy Qosqo trek. You will be able to escape from the busy city and spend the day among nature and learn all about the beautiful surroundings and the Inca history.

You can book this trip with us any day of the week and enjoy some peace and quiet on this quiet route away from the city.
This hike offers a wonderful combination of natural beauty and contrasts in landscape, wildlife, and ancient cultures. It takes you through impressive high-altitude forests and grasslands covered with fresh straw, where herds of llamas and alpacas roam freely and graze all day. You will pass through small communities and see how the locals go about their daily rural life before descending into the archaeological park to explore.

The Huchuy Qosqo Trek takes you on an absolutely stunning route through the hills to the lesser known Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo. This park is located on a plateau with spectacular views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba mountain range. Inside, you can explore and learn all about the ancient culture of the Incas.

You don’t need to worry about a thing on your day, as we take care of all the logistics and make sure you have all the food you need, as well as arranging your transport to and from the starting and ending point. You will be accompanied by an expert guide passionate about the region and its history and excited to share everything he knows on this huchuy qosqo hike.

The highlight of the Huchuy Qosqo Trek Full Day

  • Hike through the beautiful landscapes of the Andes and take in the most astounding views.
  • Pass through small communities in the middle of the hills and see how they go about their daily lives away from the city.
  • Enjoy an off-the-beaten-path hike to a rarely visited and unique archaeological site in Cusco.
  • Learn all about the region and the history of the Incas.
  • Explore the fascinating Huchuy Qosqo archaeological site in the company of your knowledgeable guide.
  • ITINERARY

DAY 1Hike through the Andes and discover ancient secrets

Places we will arrive
Cusco
Qoricocha
Pumamarca
Huchuy Qosqo
Lamay
Cusco Hotel

Today our amazing adventure to Huchuy Qosqo full day, begins at 7:00 am. We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and then drive to the small town of Ccorao, which is about 30 minutes from Cusco, before turning off along a small road to the Andes and the small town of Patabamba at 3,850m / 12,631ft. ft. We will then continue to Lake Qoricocha (4,050 m / 13,287 ft), the starting point of our trek. Along the way, the Andean landscape is unmissable.

Once we arrive at the starting point, we will ascend for 45 minutes to the Apacheta Pass, the highest point of our day’s trek (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). From here the rest of the walk is downhill for another 2 hours so not too hard on the legs.

On our route, we will first arrive at the ancient community of Pukamarca, where we will have a short break and then continue our way through beautiful green valleys and the impressive Puma Punku (“La Puerta del Puma”) canyon. From here, you will walk an original section of the Inca Trail, which has been restored as part of the Qhapaq Ñan project. The Inca Trail is one of the most recognized routes in the entire world, so this is an exciting addition to your trek.

This trail will take you to the isolated and mysterious Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo (“little Cusco”) which sits above the Sacred Valley of the Incas at 3,600m/11,811ft. When you arrive, your guide will lead you through the archaeological park and show you all the impressive Inca buildings on the site, such as sacred temples, storehouses, Inca terraces for agriculture, and the Inca reservoir used to store water during the dry season. It is a very interesting place to visit, and you will learn a lot about the Incas.

After your guided tour, we will enjoy our delicious box lunch, and after a short break, we must begin our 40-minute descent to the town of Lamay (2,941 m / 9,649 ft) which is next to the Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley. Of the Incas. From there, we will take you in our private transport to your accommodation in Cusco.

  • MEALS: Lunch
  • WALKING DISTANCE: 8.08 miles – 13 km
  • CAMPSITE ALTITUDE: No camp
  • WEATHER: Cold
  • HIKING TIME: Around 6 – 7 h
  • HIGHEST ELEVATION: 4200 m – 13.780 ft
  1. Departure and arrival times are approximate.
  2. Campsites are subject to change according to our guide’s criteria and the group progress.
  • INCLUDED
  • High Quality Service & Safety
  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Experienced tour guide in English and Spanish
  • Medical Kit or First AID Kit
  • Customer service 24/7
  • Meals
  • Meals: Lunch (1)
  • Food: (vegetarian and vegan food options available)
  • Snacks on the trail daily
  • Water during the hike
  • Transportation
  • Day 1: Private transportation from Cusco to the hiking point (Patabamba)
  • Day 1: Private transportation back to your hotel in Cusco
  • Permits & Entrance Tickets
  • Entrance ticket to Huchuy Qosqo trekking
  • Extras included in our service
  • Extra oxygen
  • Hiking poles
  • What is not included?
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities for our staff
  • Additional costs or delays beyond our control
  • BEFORE YOU GO

> Information meeting or briefing

The night before your trip to huchuy qosqo trek, information meetings are held at your hotel at 6 pm with your trekking guide. And if you cannot attend at this time, you must arrange to do it at another time.
During the briefing, you will receive your duffel bag for your belongings that you intend to take on the hike, which will not be in your backpack.
These informational meetings last approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

> How many days do I need to acclimatize in Cusco before the trip?

It is very important to be well acclimatized to the altitude before exerting yourself on a hike. We recommend that you arrive in Cusco at least 2 or 3 days before the trek begins to help you acclimatize and avoid possible problems with altitude sickness during the trek.

Suppose you have already been to another area of Peru at a high altitude before arriving in Cusco. In that case, we still recommend that you have a full day in Cusco to rest, recover from your trip and fully enjoy your trek and have a unique experience.

>Will the altitude affect me?

When traveling through the Andes in Peru, some people will experience effects of the altitude. But these day hikes, like Huchuy Qosqo trek full day, help you acclimatize for the next longer or higher hikes you may take. If in case you suffer from altitude sickness, we have what it takes to help you with the symptoms.

> Payment of trek balance in Cusco

The trek you have booked must be paid in full at the time of breifing or days before departure.

We would greatly appreciate it if you would pay the balance of the trip in cash in US dollars or in local currency. To withdraw here in Cusco we have several ATMs along Av. El Sol (either in US dollars or in local Peruvian soles).
You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance with traveler’s checks.

> Pick up from your hotel

Our PERU TREK Company transports will pick you up from your hotel, as long as you are in the Historic Center of Cusco. Pick-up time will be coordinated with your guide at the briefing. The pick-up time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic.
Cusco is a very old city, therefore it has many narrow and cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnb may be located on streets with no car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to carry luggage. We strongly recommend that you book an accommodation with good access.

> What can I do to prevent altitude sickness?

We recommend drinking plenty of water and drinking coca tea that can be ordered wherever you want, it can also be prepared with boiled water and dried coca leaves. At least one day before the huchuy qosqo trekking we recommend you eat light foods and if you have any medication prescribed by your doctor you can take it and the best thing you can do is keep in mind that you will be fine.

> Group tours

Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also agree that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, everyone can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wants to modify the route; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications can be made.

> Can I store my luggage at your office?

Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored in our office (you can coordinate during the day of the briefing or by email) or at your hotel, both for free.
Any equipment you don’t need on the trek can be safely stored at your hotel. Almost all hotels will offer this service. Do not leave valuables with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and get an itemized receipt (in the unlikely event of theft, many insurance companies require you to have a copy of the receipt with all items). It’s best to put items like credit cards in a sealed and signed envelope for added peace of mind.

> Strikes and demonstrations

Strikes and demonstrations are often frequent in Peru, and this can interrupt some of our planned tours. They can block the roads and take control of the railroad tracks. However, we will try to keep your tour as planned, even if it means leaving the night before your scheduled date. In these circumstances, tours can also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our top priority and decisions will be made appropriately.

> Lost objects

You are responsible for your personal belongings during the huchuy qosqo trek. Please pay attention to where you leave your belongings and remember to take everything once you leave your bus, tents, and restaurants.

  • TRIP CHECKLIST
  • Original Passport
  • Water bottle or canteen
  • Good hiking boots with ankle protector or similar
  • Rain gear (especially if traveling in the wet season, from October to March)
  • Hiking poles
  • Personal medication
  • Sunblock and sunglasses
  • Comfortable trousers
  • Toiletries and hand sanitiser
  • Hiking long-sleeve T-shirts
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Some snacks such as chocolate, cereal bars, candies, nuts, energy bars
  • American dollars and Peruvian soles in cash
  • Backpack to carry your things
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Katy S

Family Traveller

Thank you for the special time I had with my 12-year-old daughter, Chelsey. We wanted a bit of adventure, a moderate level of trekking, and a chance to truly meet the local people. We really enjoyed exploring the ruins of Huchuy Qosqo (little Cusco), We had just the right amount of hiking, fun with a real Inca family.
Once again thank you, PERU TREK for making our trip so unforgettable!.

August 25, 2022

Darius Tolkin

Couple Traveller

My family just visited this great Inca ruin, we did a 1-day hike, we hired the services of PERU TREK from home and it was a good choice, our guide Alex was very professional, very knowledgeable and an expert in mountain routes.

I recommend everyone to stay a few days in Cusco to acclimatize before doing this trek. Everything was very well organized with PERU TREK, so if you are looking to do this trek and want to hire a good company, do not hesitate to contact them, you will have a great experience.

August 7, 2022

Allison B

Couple Traveller

Clearly, it is not the traditional tourist agenda in the Sacred Valley of Cusco and… what a pleasure to discover this temple along the path.
The trail is a bit challenging due to the heights, but you are in the middle of the valley and very close to the local people who work and live there.
The temple is very beautiful. Brilliant brilliant!!
The way back in the Valley towards Lamay is done through a very steep path but with a great view.

February 20, 2022
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