Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek (Daily Departures)

Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek, We will pick you up from your accommodation at 7:00 a.m. and we will drive to the small village of Tauca located at 3900m/12,870ft above sea level aprox. From there, we will begin our trek, appreciating the landscapes of typical Andean valleys rich in corn, potatoes, barley, quinoa and other Andean tubers. As we ascend at 420m/13,360ft above sea level, the landscape will begin to change dramatically to that classic of high Andean savannah or Puna, with scant vegetation, mainly “ichu” or high altitude grass.

The view over the Cordillera Vilcabamba peaks is spectacular and we will especially appreciate Veronica, Pitusiray, Chicon and San Juan snow peaks. Soon after, we will start our descent toward Huchuy Qosqo along a path that leads to the Ccauca ravine, where you will be able to see the archaeological remains of Huchuy Qosqo and wild crops, such as tarwi, and a large quantity of cacti. We will walk downhill towards the Leon Punku ravine, where you will find remains of an Inca bridge and trail. This canyon boasts geological formations Huchuy Qosqo surrounded by majestic rocks and boulders that direct the river to Huchuy Qosqo.

Itinerary Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek

We will pick you up from your accommodation at 7:00 a.m. and we will drive to the small village of Tauca located at 3900m/12,870ft above sea level aprox. From there, we will begin our trek, appreciating the landscapes of typical Andean valleys rich in corn, potatoes, barley, quinoa and other Andean tubers. As we ascend at 420m/13,360ft above sea level, the landscape will begin to change dramatically to that classic of high Andean savannah or Puna, with scant vegetation, mainly “ichu” or high altitude grass.

The view over the Cordillera Vilcabamba peaks is spectacular and we will especially appreciate Veronica, Pitusiray, Chicon and San Juan snow peaks. Soon after, we will start our descent toward Huchuy Qosqo along a path that leads to the Ccauca ravine, where you will be able to see the archaeological remains of Huchuy Qosqo and wild crops, such as tarwi, and a large quantity of cacti. We will walk downhill towards the Leon Punku ravine, where you will find remains of an Inca bridge and trail. This canyon boasts geological formations Huchuy Qosqo surrounded by majestic rocks and boulders that direct the river to Huchuy Qosqo.

Huchuy Qosqo (“Little Cusco”) is a noteworthy Inca complex. It boasts very fine stonework in a large Kallanka (rectangular Hall), some residential and defensive quarters and interesting two-story buildings in stone and adobe. Huchuy Qosqo is located on a plateau, surrounded by Inca agricultural terracing and commanding superb views of the Vilcabamba range. After our visit of the ruins of Huchuy Qosqo, we will continue our hike, walking 2 and a half hours downhill to Lamay in the Sacred Valley. Once we reach Lamay, a car will transport us back to Cusco

Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek, is part of the packages: Huchuy Qosqo and Machu Picchu Trek 2 days / 1 nights

Our Huchuy Qosqo Full day Tours are done privately and the cost is based on your group size.

• 2 to 6 participants: $300 total
• 7 to 13 participants: $400 total
• 14 or more: Will be arranged and priced by your Inti representative.

NOTE: We sometimes offer to combine private tours (with your permission) into smaller groups with a discount. Let us know if you would be open to others joining you.

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What is included to Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek

• Pick-up from your hotel and drop-off near the main square
• Guide fluent in English and Spanish
• Transportation to the start of the trail
• Lunch, snacks
• First aid including an emergency oxygen bottle

Not Included:

• Tip, for your chef, guide and driver
• Entrance fee to access to Inca Site (price for the entrance is 25 soles)

What you need to bring to Huchuy Qosqo 1 Day Trek

• Long sleeved shirts
• Walking pants
• Polar or thermal clothing
• Sweater and Warm jacket
• Hiking boots
• Waterproof pants and jacket
• Wool gloves
• Scarf
• Wool socks
• Hat or cap for the sun
• Binoculars
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm

Optional items to take:

• Hiking poles
• Flashlight