Duration:
Price:
Maximum Altitude
3,600 m.s.n.m
Difficulty
Difficult
Group Size
02 and 08 people
Type of Service
Group
Huchuy Qosqo means (little Cusco). It is one of the new attractions for the alternative trekking to Machu Picchu where one can appreciate the most beautiful views of the Andes with its glaciers and the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
The settlement at the archaeological ruin at Huchuy Qosqo dates back to between 1000 and 1400 CE. In the early 1400s, according to the Spanish chronicler Pedro de Cieza de León, it became a royal estate of the semi-mythical Viracocha, (c. 1410-1438), the eighth Inca ruler. The Inca Empire did not as a common practice tax the income or production of its citizens, but rather controlled land and labor. Thus, Inca leaders acquired large royal estates to increase their power and wealth and that of their descendants who inherited the estates. Royal estates served also as elegant country palaces and, at times, fortresses to fend off rivals for power. Thus, the name Huchuy Qosqo, “Little Cusco”, for a royal estate or government center modeled on the Inca capital.
Day 1: Hard.
After picking up guests from their hotels at 6:00 am in CUSCO with our private bus, we will start our journey towards Pukapukara village. where we will begin our unique adventure we will pass through an Inca place Tambomachay. Hike Tambomachay – Quellhuacocha and pukamarca
Hiking 10 hours approximately distance (14 km – 8.75 miles).
Day 2: stunning.
we will start our walk along an Inka trail. We will go through a small canyon which is very beautiful engineering. Hike Pukamarca – Huchuy Qosqo and Lamay
Hiking 06 hours approximately distance (10 km – 6.25 miles).
Bus 2 hours and train 2 hours.
Day 3: Machupicchu.
For our last day we will have to catch early bus to reach the Machupicchu archaeological site (30 minutes by bus). The site opens at 6:00 am and we will firstly head towards the “guardian house” which is the perfect spot for “postcard” pictures and some of the best views.
Bus 30 minutes approximately distance (10 km – 6.5 miles
HIGHLIGTS:
- The best local professional tour guides.
- The best hikes, campsites and tours in the world.
- Discover the incas land along the way to Machupicchu.
- Explore the best tourist destination, Machu Picchu
- Travel with the best local agency travel. Tour operator.
Incluided
✓ PERMITS AND TICKETS FOR THE INCA TRAIL.
We will secure all necessary permits once we receive your complete information and reservation deposit. Permits are subject to availability and are issued for a specific date and under your name. They cannot be changed under any circumstances. Changes in password number are only permitted for renewal reasons. In that case, you must provide both your old and new passport.
✓ PRE- DEPARTURE BRIEFING.
We offer a tourist orientation to our visitors before doing the excursion to Machupiccchu. The briefing starts at 6:00 p.m. We understand you may be nervous or have any questions about the excursion. This is the opportunity to meet with your tour guide and travel companions.
✓ EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDES.
We have local professional tour guides who know a lot about their history and customs. They know the Inca trails very well and speak fluent English. You will feel safe your hands.
✓ TRANSPORTATION.
Transportation is included in your tour package. from pick up from your hotel Until the conclusion of your tour in Cusco.
First day: You´ll be picked up from your hotel in the morning and travel in our transportation to Tambomachay , the starting point of the trek
Third day: Bus ticket up and down
Third day: Transport from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco. Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.PeruRail (Expedition Service)
✓ MULETEER.
Our muleteer Team will carry all camping equipment and supplies needs for the trek. Additionally, we’ll include the personal service of a porter responsible for carrying your duffle bag and personal items
✓ CAMPING IQUIMENT.
Dining tents, tables, chairs and cooking equipment, portable toilet and sleeping tents.
✓ DUFFLE BAG. For the trek, you will receive a duffle bag to pack your personal belongings up to maximum weight 7 kg or 15.4lb this weight includes your sleeping bag
✓ MEDICAL KIT:
All our tours guides have received training in first aid and rescue and high mountains rescue. In the event that a tourist requires medical attention during the trek, our staff will be able to assist you. We have a first aid kit. In an extreme case of a medical emergency, you will be evacuated to the nearest medical center.
✓ FOOD:
We try to offer natural and organic food. we buy the whole ingredient from farm farmers; They work all their products naturally and without chemicals. We have professional chefs from Inca Trail.
Note: Our clients when booking the tour. You must notify us if they have allergies or food restrictions to ensure that the food is prepared properly.
✓ WATER:
We offer water. First it is boiled, cooled and filtered. to fill water bottles or Camelback (the chef will provide clean water after each meal)
Note: we recommended to bring two liters’ bottles or camel’s bags because plastic bottles are prohibited.
vSUPPORT STAFF:
All travel agencies need a support staff that includes: chef, chef assistant, horse owner and porters. We offer work for both men and women with living wages.
Our staff are the humble people of the mountains who like to share their culture and history.
No Included
× Lunch on the last day
× Travel insurance: Highly recommended for all hikers.
× Additional tickets Machupicchu mountain and Huaynapicchu mountain $ 70
× Tips for the crew, guide, cook and porters
× VISTADOME Train – $67 USD per person extra. (Return only)
× Personal tent- $30 USD – (Please request when you book your trek)
× Additional night in Aguas Calientes – from 70 USD per person (depending on availability)
Huayna Picchu Mountain: $75 USD – This needs to be booked in advance and please let us know at the time of booking (it books out very quickly).
Picchu Mountain is an optional trek within Machu Picchu Citadel which do not include a guide. The climb is usually done on your own after your tour of Machu Picchu Citadel. If you would like the extra hike to be guided, please request in advance. There is an extra cost for this extra guided tour.
RENTALS:
- Sleeping bag: $20 to rent
- Inflatable air mattress: $15 to rent
- Trekking poles (pair): $20 to rent
- Hiking Backpack: $20 to ren
MORE IMPORTANT:
Original valid passport (a copy will not be accepted).
Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
Valid student card (if booked as a student).
PERSONAL BELONGINGS:
- Trekking boots.
- Trekking backpack 20 or 25 liters.
- Water bottle or camel bag of 02 liters.
- Hat and sunglasses
- Rain clothes
- Sun cream, insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper
- Personal medication
- Camera, extra batteries
- chocolates, sweets, energy bars or dried fruits.
- 3 shirts (absorbent shirts are the best)
- 2 pants / hiking pants
- 3 sets of underwear.
- 4 sets of socks
- 1 warm jacket for colder nights
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and paste
- Facial moisturizer
- Power bank / battery charger
- 2 plastic bags to separate wet or muddy clothes.
Extra money to buy extra drinks or snacks has to be in Peruvian soles.
- We recommend our hikers to arrive in Cusco 2 or 3 days before their trek. This will allow you to acclimatize to the height so as not to have problems in the walk.
- In Cusco we have only one main airport, most flights arrive from Lima to Cusco, which is the most recommended and easiest for our tourists.
- The trip from Lima to Cusco by bus is quite long approximately 22 hours and it is not recommended that you travel directly to Cusco. If you want to do it, we recommend that you do it by sections Lima – Nazca – Arequipa – Puno and Cusco.
- In Cusco we have many hotels located throughout the city of Cusco. If you need help booking a hotel or would like some recommendations on where to stay, do not hesitate to contact us.
- Arriving in Cusco you have extra days before or after your walk. We are happy to help you organize some more important tours as there are tourists who want to spend more days in the imperial city of the Incas.
- We offer free pick up and transfer from the airport to your hotel in Cusco. We do this in order that you don’t have to worry about anything. Let us know in advance the airline company, the schedule and flight number that arrives in Cusco.
- Near the weather, Cusco is located at 3,350 m or 11,050 ft. which makes the weather very difficult to predict. In Cusco, we have two seasons; the rainy season, which runs from November to March, and the dry season, from April to October. We recommend the dry season that is from April to October. But for some tourists the stations don’t matter and they plan their tour according to the time they have and it is possible to organize some tours according to the weather.
- At near altitude sickness or soroche, Cusco is located at 3,350 m or 11,050 ft. Therefore, the air is short, dry and difficult to breathe for which it is recommended to arrive in Cusco 2 or 3 days in advance of the tour
WE RECOMMENDED TO OUR VISITORS:
- Drink enough water.
- Mate coca.
- Deep breathing exercises.
- Soft walks.
- Diamox or acetazolamide (you can find these medications at any pharmacy in Cusco, check with your doctor to make sure you are not allergic to any medications).
DISCOUNTS:
- 18 to 25 years old: $30 USD. Information required from the student card: name of university, student name, photo of student, expiration date, etc. A copy of the card is required at booking to obtain government approval for the discount.
- Under 18 years old: $30 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
- Under 11 years old: $40 USD. Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Itinerary
After picking up guests from their hotels at 6:00 am in Cusco (3,300 m/10,890 ft.) with our private bus, we will start our journey towards Pukapukara village situated at (3,800 m/12,540 ft.) where we will have our first breakfast. A guided visit of the Tambomachay archaeological site will follow.
We will then walk towards our first campsite Pukamarca (3,900 m/12,870 ft.) This section of the trail is quite strenuous as it goes from 3,800 to 4,300 m. Hence for this tour we recommend spending a minimum of two days in Cusco to get used to the altitude. Half way along the trek we will have lunch. Here the landscape is very beautiful with lakes, the Andes mountain range, and lamas with their shepherds.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Min Altitude: 3,600 m (11,880 ft.)
- Max Altitude: 4,300 m (14,190 ft.)
- Distance Traveled: 14 km (8.75 miles)
- Walking Time: 10 hours approximately
- Base camp attitude: 3,900 m (12,870 ft.)
- Climate: dry – cold.
At 5:30 we will have our “wake up” tea (the famous magic coca leaf tea). After breakfast we will start our walk along an Inka trail. We will go through a small canyon which is very beautiful like no others. Here the flora starts to change from the typical Andean to the Sacred Valley of the Inka; views are spectacular and unique. Upon reaching the Huchuy Qosqo archaeological site we will have a guided tour. We will then walk downhill Lamay (2,900 m/9,570 ft.) here the climate is very mild and here we will have our last lunch and say goodbye to our porters and cooks. Our private bus will then take us to Ollantaytambo where we will catch the train to Aguas Calientes (2,000 m/6,600 ft.). Here we will stay overnight in a hotel and we will have our last dinner.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Min Altitude: 3,900 m (12,870 ft.)
- Max Altitude: 3,900 m (12,8700 ft.)
- Distance Traveled: 10 km (6.25 miles)
- Walking Time: 6 hours approximately
- Base camp attitude: 2000 m (6,600 ft.)
- Climate: dry – cold – warm.
For our last day we will have to catch early bus to reach the Machupicchu archeological site (it takes 30 minutes by bus). The site opens at 6:00 am and we will head towards the “guardian house” which is the perfect spot for “postcard” pictures and one of the best views. We will then start our guided tour, which will last approximately 2 hours, where we will visit the most important sites. After the tour you will have time to visit Machu Picchu on your own. You also have the option to climb the Huaynapicchu or Montaña Machupicchu mountains (these have to be reserved in advance). In the afternoon we will get on the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and from there we will provide you with private transport to your hotel in Cusco.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast
- Min Altitude: 2,000 m (6,600 ft.)
- Max Altitude: 2,400 m (8,000 ft.)
- Distance Traveled: 10 km (6.25 miles)
- Bus Time: 30 minutes approximately
- Base camp attitude: 2000 m (6,600 ft.)
- Climate: Humid – warm.
Faq's
Bring light and breathable clothing for daytime, but also a warm jacket for the cold mornings and evenings. Comfortable hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a rain poncho are highly recommended.
The hike involves moderate trekking at high altitude, so it is better suited for people with a basic level of fitness. It may be challenging for young children or those not accustomed to walking long distances.
Yes, a certified guide accompanies the group, providing information about the route, history, and cultural significance of the places visited.
Yes, the trail includes scenic points overlooking valleys, mountains, and ancient Inca ruins—ideal for photo breaks along the way.
Weather can shift quickly in the Andes. The trek continues with the proper equipment, but if conditions are too severe, the guide will decide the best course of action for safety.
Transportation is private, arranged exclusively for the tour group, both at the beginning and the end of the hike.
Yes, carrying some cash in local currency is recommended in case you want to buy handmade crafts or snacks in the small communities along the route.