Waqrapukara 1-Day Tour from Cusco

14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

We are a team specialized in providing Tourist Services, establishing our headquarters in the Immortal City, Navel of the World CUSCO.

What's Included

Lunch
Bilingual Professional Guide (English / Spanish)
Breakfast
Air-conditioned vehicle
Oxygen and first aid kit
Trek poles
Entrance to Waqrapukara
Expenses not detailed

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-ups are made from central hotels in Cusco, if you are in remote areas check the meeting points or additional cost for the transfer

Itinerary

Duration: 14 hours (approximately)
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    The tour begins with pickup from your hotel between 4:00 and 4:30 a.m. Once the group is complete, we will start the tour. We will travel for approximately three hours by tourist transport to the town of Santa Lucia. Along the way we will make a stop in Cusipata to enjoy a delicious breakfast before continuing our journey.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    From Santa Lucia we will take a detour that will take us, in about 15 minutes, along a zigzagging road to the point known as Punta Carretera. There we will make a short 10-minute break to get ready and finalize the details before starting the hike to the Waqrapukara archaeological complex. With everything ready, we will start our hike towards Waqrapukara. It will be about 90 minutes of tour of ancient paths and landscapes that seem to be taken from a dream. Throughout the 2.5 kilometers, the energy of the Andes will accompany every step.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Waqrapukara, also known as the Horn Fortress, is an archaeological gem of Cusco located above the imposing canyon of the Apurimac River. This Inca site consists of platforms, ceremonial squares and spectacular rock formations that create a unique landscape in the world. Despite its beauty and mystery, Waqrapukara remains a destination little explored by travelers. Its name comes from Quechua — “Waqra” (horn) and “Pukara” (fortress) — and reflects its sacred and defensive character. Built by the ancient Qanchis and later incorporated into the Inca Empire, Waqrapukara was recognized in 2017 as a National Cultural Heritage Site by the Ministry of Culture of Peru.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Cusipata

    After visiting Waqrapukara, we will return along the same trail to Punta Carretera, where our transport will be ready to take us back to Cusipata. In this picturesque village, we will enjoy a semi buffet lunch with Andean delights. Then we will continue the journey to the city of Cusco

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Cusco (Pass by)

    After lunch and a short break we will return to the city of Cusco, arriving at approx. 18:00 (service ends 1 block from the Plaza de Armas del Cusco)

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Aremika Travel

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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