Huchuy Qosqo Trek 2D/1N – antes
Originally known as “Kakya Qawani”, the name of this impressive archaeological site located north of Cusco, above the Sacred Valley of the Incas, was changed to Huchuy Qosqo, or “Little Cusco”, in the 20th century. This will be the main site of our hike. It is believed that the palaces here were built by Viracocha, the eighth Inca ruler. Viracocha settled here after having conquered the other ethnic groups that had been living in the area. Located on a small place, Huchuy Qosqo is one of the most important archaeological sites, of which you will have an extensive view during the Huchuy Qosqo hike. This trek, including Sacred Valley. This way, this trek includes all the important places you must have seen as a tourist in Peru.
DAY 1: CUSCO – QORAO – HUCHUY QOSQO
After time to acclimatize in Cusco and a good night’s rest, we will pick you up early from your hotel, at around 6:00 am. Our first stop will be Qorao(7:00 am), which is located 3400 meters above sea level, in the hills above Cusco. Qorao is an Inca site that once served as a ceremonial complex associated with the worship of water. Our hike begins here. We will trek around the mountain of the Sacred Valley. Here you will be rewarded with a very impressive view over a series of valleys. We will continue walking along little-used trail, passing herds of grazing llamas and alpacas along the way. Andean birdlife can also be spotted on this section of the trail. Then we will stop for lunch in the small village of Q’enko(11:00 am), at 3500 meters above sea level. Our route in the afternoon follows a section of original Inca highway for about 2½ hours. Along the way we will see pre-Inca structures and a variety of different types of local flora before finally reaching the fascinating archaeological site of Huchuy Qosqo in the mid-afternoon(1:00 pm). You will have the rest of the day free to wander around the ruins and to enjoy the atmosphere of this Inca site. We will eat our evening meal here and set up camp in preparation for a good night’s rest.
DAY 2: HUCHUY QOSQO – LAMAY – CUSCO
After breakfast(8:00 am) we will head down for about 2½ hours to the village of Lamay, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. From Lamay to Cusco we will take a bus through the Sacred Valley. Our destination is Cusco(12:00 pm).
1st Day_Cusco- Qorao- Huchuy Qosqo
2nd Day_ Huchuy Qosqo- Lamay –Cusco
*This tour HUCHUY QOSQO is very recommendable for the travelers who don´t want a hard trek. (not too high, neither too hard)
*If you want a tour of one day, we can offer also ONE-DAY tour of HUCHUY QOSQO trek!
NOTES ON THE ITINERARY
- The times given on this itinerary are approximate.
- Hiking times depend on how the group progresses.
- The trip offers plenty of adventure.
INFORMATION
- For complete information, please send us an email.
- We will have a meeting at your hotel or en office minka peru expedition before leaving to give you complete trek details and to answer any questions.
DEPARTURE DATE
- Copy required for all bookings.
Departures are available along the year although due to weather conditions, the recommended period for this trek is April to November
What is included?
- Pre trek briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning of trek departure
- Transport from Cusco to the trailhead at the beginning of the trek in private car
- Entry fee to Ochoy Qosqo
- English/Quechua/Spanish speaking professional guide (you will have an assistant guide for groups over 6 people)
- Tents – 2 people in a 4 person tent which allows for greater comfort, and also storage of backpacks
- Basic foam mattress
- Cook and Cooking equipment (Assistants are provided for larger groups)
- Toilet tent
- Toilet paper, packin &pack out
- Meals (optional vegetarian food). Our professional cooks prepare meals that incorporate elements of the western diet and also traditional Peruvian delicacies. (Please communicate with your guide/cook during the trek if you have a preference for certain types of dishes) Salads, if served, are washed in boiled wáter
- Bio-degradable personal hand soaps
- Horses (for equipment and personal items) including horsemen. They carry camping equipment, food and kitchen utensils. We provide duffel bags at your briefing for your personal items (up to 7 kg/15lbs per person)
- 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
- Tents for our staff to sleep in
- First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- private transport from Lamay to Cusco
- One textile snack bag per person, to avoid the usage of plastic bags that contaminate our environment
What is not included?
- Dinner on the last night
- Huayna Picchu entrance fee: if you would like to climb this mountain an additional fee of US $16 per personal applies Breakfast on the first morning
- Entrance to the thermal springs
- Sleeping bags – If you haven’t got a sleeping bag or you don’t want the hassle of bringing one all the way to Peru with you, then we have sleeping bags for hire.
- Tips: please note that our agency staff is well paid so please feel free to tip or not as you wish.
What we recommend that your bring :
- A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek – prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie/touk. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
- Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – although no malaria risk has been reported
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
- Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
- Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc
- Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs
- Cash in soles and/or US$
- Original passport
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into Machu Picchu. Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended.
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far.
- Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount.
- Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage archaeological sites)
Prices 2019
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Optional Extras
- Sleeping back $5 per day
- Walking Pole $2 per day
- Inflatable Mettress $5 per day.
How to make a booking
If you would like to make a reservation for this program, please go directly to the Booking Online section of this website.
- Once you have chosen your tour, please read the Booking Terms & Conditions, as your booking is subject to these terms.
- Then fill out and submit the Reservation Form that you will find in the Booking Online section of this website.
- In case your reservation is confirmed, a money deposit will be requested to secure your reservation.
- Once we confirm the deposit reception, your booking is confirmed. A Service Confirmation Form will be sent to you including all the details of your program.
In case you have any doubts, queries or require additional information, please contact us, we will be very glad to assist you. Your request will be answered by return mail.
