Waqrapukara Tour – Waqrapukara Peru Full Day Tour

Package Details

Duration Full day
Max Altitude 4,000 m / 13,123 ft
Group Size 2 to 12 people
Languages Spanish, English, Portuguese
Level Moderate

Overview

The Waqrapukara Tour is a great day out trip to the history, untamed, and spectacular mountain scenery lover. Our adventure will begin with an early hotel pick-up in Cuzco and our driver will take us through the valleys, rivers and small villages imparting us with interesting tales in between.

In the beginning at the trailhead, we shall walk the Inca Trail to Waqrapukara which is an amazing archaeological site at about 4,000 meters above the sea level. We will visit terraces, stone walls and ritual places and take photographs of the terrific landscape. Our tour guide will narrate us how the Incas were amazing in terms of building projects, and we will have free time and have a chance to immerse ourselves in the scenes.

We will then hike back, and drive to Cuzco , where we will have a bite and drink as we rest on our way back. We will also be in our hotel by the evening feeling inspired and amazed. The Waqrapukara Peru Full Day Tours provides us with a day of adventure, culture and memories of the trip that we will not forget.

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Day 1

Waqrapukara Full Day Tour

We are going to begin early and we are going to pick up at 4:00-6:00 A.M at the hotel in Cuzco . We are going to ride by the highlands to Cusipata, across rivers, small villages, and gorgeous valleys. At Cusipata, we will have a buffet breakfast in order to get energy to go over the day.
Following the breakfast, we shall proceed on through a side route (Chuquicahuana) and observe the beautiful Pomacanchi Lagoon. The road will give us spectacular scenery of the Andes and the farmlands of the area. We will get to the Waqrapukara parking area, where the hike will commence. It will need approximately an hour to climb through rough highland terrain with breathtaking sceneries everywhere.
At Waqrapukara, we shall visit terraces, ritual stages, and huge stone walls. The history, architecture, and cultural value of the place will be narrated by our guide. Free time will be given to us to capture pictures, appreciate the scenery and absorb the Andes air. Should we be lucky enough, we shall have a box lunch on the spot of itself, in the midst of beautiful scenery.
Going down the ruins is going to be less demanding and will afford us an opportunity to rest and admire the scenery much more lazily. After getting to the parking lots, we will put back on our transport and ride back. The next thing we will do is to stop at the local restaurant and have a buffet lunch, relax our legs and have the traditional Andean food.
The road trip to Cuzco will be more picturesque in terms of valleys and villages. At about 7.00 P.M. we shall reach the Plaza de Armas and end a really memorable day. The Waqrapukara Peru Full Day Tour will present us with something unimaginable about the history, culture, and beautiful mountainous scenery.

Day Statistics:

Distance traveled: Approximately 200 kilometers
Highest altitude: 4,000 meters above sea level at Waqrapukara
Lowest altitude: 3,200 meters above sea level at the parking area
Route: Cuzco – Cusipata – Waqrapukara – Cuzco
Difficulty level: Moderate (suitable for most fitness levels)

Included

  • Tourist transportation throughout the tour
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Professional guide
  • First aid kit and oxygen tank
  • Entrance to Waqrapukara

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Travel insurance

Others

Cash (soles) and/or credit cards
Energy snacks (bars, nuts, etc.)
Enough underwear and socks
Headlamp or handheld flashlight (with spare batteries)
Insect repellent
Passport or ID card (and digital copies)
Personal care products
Personal medications and basic first aid kit
Photographic Camera
Portable charger
Rain poncho
Reusable water bottle
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Trekking shoes or boots
Warm jacket

Recommendations for this Tour

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Warm clothing for high altitudes
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Hat or cap
  • Water bottle
  • Camera for photos
  • Personal identification (passport or ID)
  • Light rain jacket
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medications (if needed)

Important Info

  • Altitude Sickness Drink coca tea and acclimatize.
  • Local Currency Carry Soles (PEN) in cash.
  • Changing Weather Dress in layers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your trip.

How challenging is the Waqrapukara Peru Full Day Tour?

The tour is not so hard but can be classified as moderate and it suits average-fit individuals.

When and how do we start on the tour? How do we pick up at the hotels?

The tour would begin between 4.00 and 4.45 A.M., and they will be picked up right at the hotels in Cuzco .

Are they restricted to any age to be on this tour?

Any person may participate, although children have to be with them and under the supervision of a responsible adult.

Does the tour give meals during the day?

Yes, the tour should have breakfast, lunch and a box lunch, as noted in the itinerary.

Does it have restroom facilities on the route?

Bathrooms are located in the parking place close to Waqrapukara and at some of the rest stops on the road.

What should be carried during the tour?

The participants will need to carry water, warm attires, sunscreen, hat, camera, personal medicines, and identification.

What is the elevation of Waqrapukara archaeological site above the sea level?

Waqrapukara is at a level of about 4,000 above sea level.

Will somebody who is a professional guide be with the group during the tour?

Yes, a professional tour guide will inform you about history, culture, and architecture during the day.

How many hours of the hiking activity are part of the Waqrapukara Peru Full Day tour?

The climb to Waqrapukara and back will take around one hour depending on the pace in either direction.

Do the participants have mild mobility restrictions and can they cope with the terrain?

The age of participants does not matter, but minors have to be accompanied by an adult.

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