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1 DAY HUCHUY QOSQO HIKE

CUSCO-TREKS - TOURS FULL DAY

1 day Duration

01 - 15 people Group size

Pull / private Tipo de servicio

VAN Transporte

3762 masl / 12 342 ft Maximum altitude

Lugares a visitar: CHINCHERO - HUCHUYQOSQO - LAMAY

The 1-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek is an experience that allows us to leave the city of Cusco behind and immerse ourselves in the Andean landscapes while discovering the history of this important archaeological site. Throughout the day, we’ll combine hiking, nature, and culture on a route that crosses different landscapes of the region.

Our adventure begins early with pickup from your hotel before heading to the town of Chinchero. There, we’ll have a short break to purchase some snacks and water before continuing to the trailhead. Along the way, we’ll be accompanied by our guide, who will share information about the history and surroundings.

Upon reaching Huchuy Qosqo, we’ll have time to explore this beautiful site, listen to our guide’s explanations, and enjoy the scenery. We’ll then continue our descent toward Lamay, where we’ll have free time to enjoy lunch before beginning our journey back to Cusco.

Horario de partida: 06:30 AM

Dificultad: Moderate

Horario de retorno: 07:00 PM

1-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek: A Hike Through History and Andean Landscapes

The 1-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek is an excellent alternative for travelers who want to enjoy a hike during their visit to Cusco and discover a site rich in history. The route will allow us to enjoy the landscapes of the Andes as we follow a marked trail accompanied by our guide.

The experience begins with transportation from Cusco to Chinchero, where we’ll have time to purchase water and some snacks for the hike. We’ll then begin our hike and enjoy different landscapes along the way until reaching Huchuy Qosqo.

Once there, we’ll learn more about its history and have free time to take photographs. We’ll then continue our descent toward Lamay, where we can enjoy lunch comfortably before returning to the city of Cusco.

Tour Highlights

Early pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
Journey to the town of Chinchero.
Time to purchase water and snacks before the hike.
Hike along a marked trail accompanied by our guide.
Journey through the natural landscapes of the Andes.
Visit to Huchuy Qosqo.
Guide’s explanation about the history of the site.
Free time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
Descent to the town of Lamay.
Free time to have lunch in Lamay.
Return to the city of Cusco.

Huchuy Qosqo Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Cusco – Chinchero – Huchuy Qosqo – Lamay – Cusco

Early in the morning, we’ll pick you up from your hotel to begin our journey toward Chinchero, where we’ll have time to purchase water and some snacks for the hike. We’ll then continue to the trailhead and begin our ascent along a marked trail accompanied by our guide. Upon reaching Huchuy Qosqo, we’ll learn more about the history of the site and have time to take photographs. Finally, we’ll descend to Lamay, where we’ll have free time to enjoy lunch before returning to Cusco.

Why Book with Us?

At Peru Top Experience, we focus on organizing every stage of the journey so you can enjoy the experience comfortably and with the support of our team. We’ll accompany you throughout the excursion, providing guidance as you explore the landscapes and attractions that are part of this route.

The 1-Day Huchuy Qosqo Trek is an excellent option for combining hiking, nature, and history in a single day. You’ll be able to discover Huchuy Qosqo, enjoy the Andean landscapes, and finish the experience with a descent to Lamay before returning to Cusco.

With Peru Top Experience, you can enjoy this adventure from Cusco and experience a journey designed to help you discover a different side of the region’s heritage and landscapes.

1-D HUCHUY QOSQO HIKE

06:30 – 07:00 Pick up from your hotel to join the group and start the experience.
07:00 – 08:00 Car ride from Cusco to the village of Chinchero. Place where we can buy some snacks and water for the road.
08:30 – 11:30 We start the huchuy qosqo hike along the marked trail accompanied by our guide.
When you reach the top you will have a explanation by our guide who will give you more information about the history of this beautiful place, in addition there will be free time to take the pictures you want.
12:30 – 15:00 At the end we continue our trip down towards the village of Lamay where our transportation is waiting for you.
You will enjoy some free time to have lunch comfortably.
15:00 – 18:00 Return trip to the city of Cusco.

* The transportation leaves you at the Plaza Regocijo so that you can still visit the main square.

Tourist transportation: Cusco – Santa Lucia – Cusco
Entrance ticket: Waqrapukara
First aid kit
Oxygen balloon
Professional guide specialized in trekking
Meals: Breakfast and lunch buffet

Personal expenses and tips
Food not mentioned
Horse service

The best season for this 1-day Huchuy Qosqo Hike is between March and December, the rest of the year should take into account the presence of sudden rain.
As a recommendation, you should have breakfast before departure or ask for a box breakfast for the road.

Identity document (ID card or passport).
Daypack and personal equipment:
Hat and sunglasses.
Mosquito repellent.
Light clothing during the day
Warm clothes for the night.
Water in canteen
Cash for personal purchases.
Camera
Rain poncho (Recommended for rainy season).

How extensive or difficult is the hike?

The trail is extensive in distance, it is flat and the geography is simple so we do not require previous experience, however having previous hiking or exercise routines helps a lot in acclimatization.

Is it necessary to do the huchuy qosqo trek with a travel agency?

Yes, although we can walk the trail by your own, but it is always recommended to have the company of a professional guide. The trail contains many shortcuts and it is very easy to get confused from the main path.

What is the temperature that awaits you?

Due to the altitude, we will find this huchuy qosqo hike we will have a temperate and cold climate so the clothes we wear should be suitable for this, a small backpack will help us to carry the necessary luggage for the trip.