Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu 3 days is another spectacular hike to Huchuy Qosqo ruins, and then to Machu Picchu by train. The 3-day Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu shows deep canyons and isolated Inca ruins with stunning views. This Andean Inca trail has a distance of 20 km or 12 miles, which runs from Cusco to Sacred Valley of the Incas. Also, this scenic hike is perfect for those who want to escape the crowds and enjoy the peaceful Andean scenery.
This 3-day Huchuy Qosqo Trek connects the Sacred Valley and then to Machu Picchu by train. The ruins of Huchuy Qosqo are located on the mountaintop overlooking the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas. Additionally, this fantastic Inca site comprises impressive stone buildings, water fountains as well as agricultural terraces. Your first night will be at a nice Local Homestay near the Inca site and the second night will be at the hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu for 3 days, inspires a peaceful atmosphere hiking through an ancient Inca trail while enjoying the amazing vistas of the imposing mountains around. The 3-day Huchuy Qosqo trek also allows you to enjoy the Machu Picchu Guided Tour at your own pace.
At the end of the tour, take the train to Ollantaytambo station. From here, we take you in the comfort of our private vehicle to your hotel in Cusco.
Our 3-day hike to Huchuy Qosqo and Machu Picchu is the easiest route; therefore, a perfect trip for friends and families. We also arrange the Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu in 2 days.
TREK DETAILS:
HUCHUY QOSQO TREK 3 DAYS ITINERARY:
Enjoy the best Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu in 3 days with an expert local company. We also offer the Huchuy Qosqo Trek 2 days to Machu Picchu.
Day 1: Cusco — Patabamba (Quenqo) — Huchuy Qosqo
Day 2: Huchuy Qosqo — Ollantaytambo — Machu Picchu
Day 3: Machu Picchu Guided Tour – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Day 1. – Cusco— Patabamba (Quenqo) — Huchuy Qosqo
The 3-day Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu starts when we pick you up from your hotel at 7 am and take you to the Community of Quenqo at 3886 m/ 12746 ft in Patabamba (A small community located above the Sacred Valley of the Incas).
Once at the trailhead, we begin hiking up towards the pass (4066 m/ 13336 ft) following an ancient Inca Trail used by ancient people to connect Huchuy Qosqo and the Sacred Valley. As you walk you will have magnificent views of the Urubamba mountain chain and the sacred Valley.
On the way, we will stop in Pumamarca a small community with thatched-roof homes to enjoy our Lunch box. Then, we will continue hiking down through the Leon Punku ravine, where a series of Inca steps will lead us down into the fabulous city of Huchuy Qosqo (3,670m/10,500ft).
Once there, you will have the opportunity to explore this unique Inca site, which was an important administrative, agricultural, and religious center displaying fine stone and mud brick architecture structures.
Then, we will continue hiking for 30 more minutes until we reach our local homestay. Here, our Host family will welcome you into their home with great affection and will show you your rooms. Late in the afternoon/evening, they will share with us some of their daily life activities. Depending on the season these activities might be farming, herding, farming guinea pig, weaving, etc. Later, we will enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by our host family.
Meals: Lunch Box, Afternoon Tea, and Dinner prepared by our host family.
Accommodation: Homestay at a local family’s home.
Hiking Distance: 7.5 km /4.65 miles
Highest pass: 4066 m/ 13,336 ft
Day 2.-Huchuy Qosqo—Lamay—Ollantaytambo—Aguas Calientes
After a delicious and nutritious breakfast with our host family, we will return to Huchuy Qosqo to take the trail that connects this important site with the sacred Valley towards Lamay town. We will walk downhill for about 1 hour and a half to 2 hours in a zigzagging and almost vertical trail with incredible views of the mountains and wide valleys with corn fields.
Our private Transportation will wait for us to take us to Ollantaytambo where we will have lunch. Then, We will explore the quaint and authentic Inca City of Ollantaytambo.
After this visit, We will head towards Ollantaytambo train station and take the train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night in a nice hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: El Mapi Hotel or Similar category.
Distance:5 km /3.10 miles
Day 3.- Machu Picchu Guided Tour – Cusco
Today you’ll finally visit Machu Picchu! To maximize the experience, we’ll have a very early breakfast to catch one of the first buses up to the citadel. Your hotel will store your backpacks until you return from your tour. The bus takes about 30 minutes to arrive at the monument. Your guide will immediately take you to a beautiful spot to watch the sunrise and take pictures. You’ll have about a 2-hour and a-half-guided tour where you’ll visit the most important parts of the monument and learn about Inca culture and history. Then you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes (25 minutes) where you will have lunch. Later you will take the train* to Ollantaytambo. The train trip to Ollantaytambo takes about 2 hours. Our transportation will meet you at the train station and take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
* The time of your train departure depends on availability at the time of booking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu is perfect for friends, couples, and small families. Select your arrival and departure dates, and group size with our private service. You set the pace to maximize your experience. The Huchuy Qosqo Trek is based on a minimum of 02 and a maximum of 08 hikers.
| Prices are per person, valid through 2023 | |||
| 2 | 3 – 4 | 5 – 6 | 7 – 8 |
| $ 1030 | $ 870 | $ 760 | $ 700 |
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We will design a customized trip to connect you with our Country through your interests, you can modify a tour package on our website. You decide where to visit, how long to spend in each place and type of accommodation that suits best for you, and more including:
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Day 1 (1 night).
At Huchuy Qosqo, a local family will receive us to spend the night on a homestay on the side of the mountain.
Local Experience at a Local Homestay.
Day 2 (1 night).
At Machu Picchu Pueblo, we stay at the following property (based on availability or Similar Category):
El Mapi Hotel 3*
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Length: 3 days/2 nights
Tour Type: Private Service
USD $: 780.00
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