Huchuy Qosqo Inca Trail Trek
$648
/person
3 Days
Private Service
Hike, Train & bus
3-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu with Traditional Guinea Pig Experience.
3-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu with Traditional Guinea Pig Experience. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that blends history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This 3-day journey takes you along the Huchuy Qosqo Inca Trail, where you’ll explore one of the best-preserved Incan sites overlooking the Sacred Valley. Witness the ancient embodiment of Mother Nature, admire stunning high-altitude lakes, and walk through diverse terrain with panoramic views of charming villages. To enrich your experience, enjoy a traditional Guinea Pig on the Stick Demonstration, a cultural practice passed down through generations. The journey culminates with the awe-inspiring visit to Machu Picchu, where history and mystery come alive.
Discover the perfect balance of adventure, tradition, and natural beauty on this unforgettable trek.
- Enjoy an incredible Inca Trail trek from near Cusco with a connection to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- Feel a deep connection with Mother Nature in the land of the Incas, while also learning about the medicinal plants and animals, llamas, and alpacas.
- Walk through the footsteps of the Inca Trail Huchuy Qosqo, surrounded by ancient civilizations.
Day 1: Immersive Trek and Guided Discovery of Huchuy Qosqo.
Pickup from the hotel at 6:30 a.m. We will drive to the starting point of the trek, Ichu Cancha, for 1 1-hour and 30-minute drive in a private van. As we start our trek to Huchuy Qosqo, an Incan city, we will be guided by a knowledgeable tour guide who will educate us on the local flora and fauna. Our challenge is to reach the Rumi Cruz pass at 4100 masl / 13186 feet, then we will head to the community of Pukamarka for lunch. Our chef will be waiting with a local drink as a welcome drink. Then we will have our tasty lunch with amazing panoramic views.
After lunch, we continue walking to Huchuy Qosqo Inca city, enjoying the amazing views. Arriving at Huchuy Qosqo, we will explore the religious site and the urban sector, which is the palace of King Wiracocha, father of Pachacutec. After that, we will spend the night in the Huchuy Qosqo community in a local family in the mountains. Then we have tea time and dinner.
Day 2: Explore the Sacred Valley – Overnight in Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Town.
Awaken at 6:30 am with a soothing cup of aromatic muña tea, the perfect start to another unforgettable day in the Andes. After a nourishing breakfast, set out on a scenic mountain hike lasting approximately 4 to 5 hours, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
Following the hike, our private transport will take you through the breathtaking Sacred Valley of the Incas. Your first stop will be the fascinating Maras Salt Mines, a dazzling network of ancient salt pools still in use today. Next, enjoy a delicious lunch in the Maras district, savoring authentic local flavors.
In the afternoon, continue to Moray, the remarkable Inca agricultural laboratory, where concentric terraces reveal the ingenuity of Inca engineering. From there, journey to the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo, where you’ll explore its impressive archaeological complex and cobblestone streets.
Later, board an Expedition Train for a two-hour train ride to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town). Upon arrival, your tour guide will accompany you to a comfortable 3-star hotel for check-in. In the evening, enjoy a well-prepared dinner before retiring for a restful night—ready to experience the wonders of Machu Picchu the next day.
Day 3: Guided Exploration of Machu Picchu and Return to Cusco City.
Explore Machu Picchu on day 3, one of the 7 Wonders of the World, the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. We will start with breakfast at our hotel, then we will go to the bus station to take a bus to Machu Picchu for 35 35-minute drive. After spending 3 hours exploring Machu Picchu, we will admire the architecture and Inca hydraulic engineering, as well as the important sites within the archaeological center of Machu Picchu. Return from Machu Picchu and enjoy your lunch in Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu town
Tourist Train.
Our tour guide will escort you to the train station in Aguas Calientes to board your train back to Ollantaytambo. Please arrive at the train station at least 30 minutes before you leave. Once you arrive in Ollantaytambo, take our bus for 1 hour and 30 minutes back to Cusco to your hotel.
Included:
- Briefing at 7:00p.m.m about your trip,
- Pickup and drop off, English-speaking professional tour guide.
- Experience 1 night in the mountains in a Local family lodge
- Day 1: Enjoy daily afternoon snacks, including popcorn, teas, and hot water.
- A professional chef will prepare all your meals on the Inca Trail to Huchuy Qosqo, ensuring a delicious experience.
- Day 2 and Day 3 breakfasts. Day 1 lunch and dinner. Special dietary options menus are available at no extra cost.
- Local fruits will be provided as snacks on Days 1 and 2.
- Day 2: 3-star hotel in Machu Picchu town.
- A first-aid kit and an oxygen bottle are carried by the tour guide to ensure your safety.
- All entrance tickets to Huchuy Qosqo, Maras Salt Mine, Moray Laboratory, and Ollantaytambo.
- Round-trip tourist train tickets.
- Machu Picchu Ticket.
- guinea pig demonstration
- Day 1 Breakfast.
- Day 2 Lunch and dinner.
- Day 3 Lunch. and dinner.
- Walking Sticks (pair): you can hire from our company.
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- gratuities: for the staff at your wish.
- Additional costs or delays caused by management are out of control like landscape, bad weather conditions, cases of itinerary modification with a view to safety concerns, illness, change of government policy, and political instability strikes.
- Expenses are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Drinks, beer, soda, etc
What should you bring.
- A small Backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek.
- Your original Passport, Sturdy Hiking boots.
- Flashlight, Camera, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses.
- Insect repellent, a Rain poncho, and a rain jacket.
- Toiletries – toilet paper – small towel.
- Personal medical kit, Snacks.
- Extra money for souvenirs, and drinks.
- Trekking poles. you can hire from our company.
Contact a travel advisor
We will contact you as soon as possible, typically within 2 hours via WhatsApp, or alternatively, within 24 hours by email.Thank you for your time and interest in touring with Peruvian Culture Tours.
Follow the steps below to book the tour:
- Select a day from the calendar.
- Enter the number of passengers and enter the required data.
- Enter the additional information.
- Choose the payment method.
Prices
- Adult Price: $ 648 per person.
- Student Price: $ 628 per student.
Discount:
We offer a special discount of $20 for students.To qualify, students must present the original student card issued by their university, which must meet the following requirements: it should include university information, the student’s personal details, a photo of the student, and an effective date that is no later than December 31 of the current year.
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$648
Important: Private service price. 3-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu with Traditional Guinea Pig Experience is available! Daily departures! (Minimum 2 people).
