Huchuy Qosqo Tour – Itinerary
Day 1.- Cusco – Pata bamba –Huchuy Qosqo.
In the morning of Huchuy Qosqo tour departure, hikers will be colected from their hotels in a private transport. Then you will drive to the interesting village of Pata bamba. Where you start trekking, following a picturesque footpath of the locals until you reach the top of the mountain and have spectacular views over the Sacred Valley. To continue with Huchuy Qosqo Tour we will pass Siwa a beautiful village, with many pretty farming fields around. Then Huchuy Qosqo trail goes on the hills where llamas and sheep graze; enjoying all the beautiful mountain scenery. We will follow an Inca trail downward to a village of stone huts, with thatched straw roofs.
Next to Pucamarka village there is an interesting Inca site. Which functioned as the military post for the Incas; near to this beautiful ruins is our lunch place. In the afternoon as part of Huchuy Qosqo tour, we will hike through a beautiful small canyon; walking another 40 minutes on a beautiful trail we will arrive to the spectacular Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo.
Overnight in Camping.
Day 2. – Huchuy Qosqo – Chinchero – Machu Picchu Town
After breakfast our guide will show us the most beautiful structures of Huchuy Qosqo and tell us all the history of the Incas. Then we continue with Huchuy Qosqo tour, trekking uphill for 3 hours to the mountain top, taking in some breathtaking views of this area; we will head down to Tauca village for lunch. In the afternoon we will be transported down into the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo. In the evening we will have the famous train ride through the Urubamba canyon until we reach the town of Machu Picchu. The journey by train is approx. 1 ½ hours (expedition class). On our arrival at Machu Picchu town there will be a short walk of 10 minutes to your hotel where you will spend the night.
- Aguas Calientes Hostal:
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3. – Machu Picchu – to Cusco.
In the morning after breakfast you take a bus up to the ruins of Machu Picchu. (Bus included in price) so that we can observe this popular Sunrise on the top of this great site. To visit the temples our expert guide will lead the way and explain you all the history of the wonder of the world. To the end of Machu Picchu tour you will have some free time to sit down and admire this unique place.
At the convenient time you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, from where you catch the train. The journey back to Olllantaytambo is one hour and a half and then you are transported to Cusco hotel by our transfer.
- Cusco hotel:
- Meals: breakfast
Itinerary Notes – Huchuy Qosqo Tour 3 day
- The times cited in this itinerary are approximate. Walking times depend on the group and the guide can change lunch spots and campsites, depending on the progress of the group. Each guide has their own preferred route and it might not correspond exactly to the route described here.
- Remember that no trek in the Andes is easy – you still should be relatively fit and prepared to hike in difficult conditions.
What is included in the Huchuy Qosqo Tour?
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- Briefing with your guide before the Huchuy Qosqo tour
- Pick up from your hotel in the morning of the Huchuy Qosqo trekking departure.
- Transport from Cusco to the beginning of the huchuy Qosqo tour in a private car
- Entrance fee for Huchuy Qosqo tour and Machu Picchu.
- English/Quechua/Spanish speaking professional guide.
- Tents – 2 people in a 4 person tent which allows for greater comfort.
- Inflatable mattress For a greater comfort during the trek
- Cook and Cooking equipment (Assistants are provided for larger groups)
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food).
- Horses (for equipment and personal items) including horsemen.
- 1 emergency horse which can be ridden if you are feeling ill or if are a little slower
- Dining tent with camp tables and chairs & Kitchen tent for the cook to prepare meals
- First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Private transport from Taucca to Ollantaytambo.
- Expedition class train tickets round trip.
- Hotel night in Aguas Calientes
- Bus up and down to Machu Picchu.
- Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco hotel.
What is Not Included in the Huchuy Qosqo Tour?
- Breakfast on the first morning and last day lunch.
- Dinner on the last night.
- Sleeping bags – If you haven’t got a sleeping bag you can hire it here.
- Tips for the guide, cook and porters
- Additional horses for passengers’ luggage.
- Youth card is not accepted
- Huayna Picchu Mountain ticket
You should bring to Huchuy Qosqo Tour & Machu Picchu:
- A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek – prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature.
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be bought for about $2 in Cusco.
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots are recommended specially for the wet season.
- Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breathe once we arrive to the camp.
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
- Sleeping bag (you can hire these from us)
- Headlamp or Flash light.
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block and Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET.
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Toilet paper, pack in & pack out
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
- Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
- We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
- We recommend you getting your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require.
- Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs )
- Cash – sufficient for tips and souvenirs, or any drinks or snacks you might want to buy along the way.
- Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have one.
- Walking sticks or poles (you can hire these from us).
Optional extras for Huchuy Qosqo tour
You can hire some additional things with us – please contact your Travel Consultant / or our booking forms for the current rates.
- Extra mule to carry YOUR things
- Extra riding mule and muleteer to lead it
- Sleeping Bags suitable for – 10deg
- Deluxe Sleeping Bag suitable for -15deg.
- Walking stick lightweight aluminum – Two sticks are recommended for tough hikes.
- Thermarest Inflatable pillow
- Comforting Camping trek upgrade – bigger tents, camp beds, includes sleeping bag, and walking stick.
- Single tent supplement (if you don’t want to share a tent)
Hire Policy:
- When calculating costs to hire of walking stick, sleeping bag, calculate using the length of the tour. Even though you won’t use the equipment on the final day it will still be ‘on the road’ and ‘occupied.’
- If you hire equipment and break it – you are responsible for price of replacement /or repair. (please do the right thing!
Accommodations:
The accommodations are our suggestions, Standard class and superior class are the best hotels in their category per destination. For your safety and comfort, we only suggest hotels that have been visited and inspected by our staff.
