1 Day itinerary in Peru, South America
Classic Huchyuy Qosqo Day Trek
Reach heights of 4,100m on this 1-day trek to Huchuy Qosqo ruins with awe-inspiring views of the Sacred Valley dotted with magnificent Inca archaeological sites. Stay away from the crowds on this lesser-known trek and appreciate the beauty of this remote trail.
By Sandra, Leslie, Isaac and Eli
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English, Spanish
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Cusco
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Hiking
Outdoors & Nature
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Trek through amazing landscapes in the Andes mountains
Enjoy panoramic views of the Urubamba Mountain range
Explore the Huchuy Qosqo ruins in the Sacred Valley
Experiences the Andes in one day
Trek through amazing landscapes in the Andes mountains
Enjoy panoramic views of the Urubamba Mountain range
Explore the Huchuy Qosqo ruins in the Sacred Valley
Experiences the Andes in one day
Itinerary
Per Person
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Cuzco - Chinchero (3,600m) - Piuray passage (4,100m) - Huchuy Qosqo ruins (3,600m) - Lamay (2,900m)
You will be picked up from your hotel between 5:30 and 6:00 am and head towards the community of Lago Piuray, close to the town of Chinchero which will take us an hour to reach. There we will begin our adventure at 3600 m. The trek begins with a 3-hour walk upwards until arrival at Piuray passage, located at 4100 m. We will be awarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the Urubamba mountain range and small lagoons. Our adventure continues with a 2-hour journey down to the Huchuy Qosqo ruins, a beautiful Inca city built in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Its name in Quechua means "Little Cuzco". There, our guide will lead the visit across this magical archeological site. At the end of our visit we will have some time to enjoy our box lunch. Then, with a steep 2-hour downhill walk, we’ll make our way to the town of Lamay. Our transport service will pick us up and drive us to Cuzco, where our trip will come to an end around 5-6pm.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Lunch
What’s Included
Meals
- Lunch (1)
Transport
- Hotel pickup
- Private transport Cuzco - Chinchero (start of trek) & Lamay - Cuzco (or Ollantaytambo)
Extras
- English speaking guide on trek
- Pre-departure briefing
- Entrance fees at Huchuy Qosqo
Not Included
- Other food/drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Trekking poles
- Hotel drop-off
- Personal expenses
About Sandra
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