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▷ Huchuy Qosqo Trek To Machupicchu 3 Days
Camps & Hotel
Acomodation
From 10°C to 19°C
Temperature
3,700 m | 12,130 ft
Max. Altitude
All year around
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Overview – Huchuy Qosqo Trek To Machu Picchu 3 Days
Discover Peru through the eyes of the Incas, hiking one of Cuzco’s most picturesque natural wonders. This trek from Cuzco toward HUCHUY Q’OSQO (mini Cuzco) it is a form of carrying out adventure Tourism combined with historical sites, this circuit is full with natural attractiveness that it grants the visitor a sensation of Adventure, several steps they exist, from where they can be observed the imposing Geography of the Andes, lagoons that concentrate wild birds, Creeks, landscapes and Panoramic views that allow to experience a mixture of Adventure and sensation of relaxation, at the same time you will observe diversity of flora and fauna that is manifested a lot, but in the rain times, climbing toward the heights, combining the Aspect of the mountains giving them a natural beauty that really satisfies any experience. We will also appreciate some Archaeological sites that show the domain of the Inca estate in these routes.
Would you like a remote and authentic experience in the Andes? If so, the Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu is the perfect adventure for you!
Trip Type: Hiking, adventure, history, culture and nature
Trip Length: 3 Days/ 2 Nights
Group Size: 2-8 Hikers
Difficulty Level: Moderate hike.
Weather: Dry season(Cold & sunny days) – Rainy season (changeable weather)
Hiking Distance: 17 km
Itinerary Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu 3 Days.
Day 1: Cuzco – Tambomachay- Queollaccocha lake-Pukamarca
The pick-up time from your hotel or Airbnb will be at 6:00 am, and then you will go on our private transport to the trail head (3,700 m / 12,139 feet), which is only 20 minutes from Cusco. Once you got there you will have breakfast. After breakfast, you begin your hike uphill for around 2.5 hours until you reach the highest point of the hiking (4,150 m / 13,615 ft) known as Inca pass. From here, we have wonderful views surrounded by mountains and snowy valleys. We continue going down to the Queollaccocha lagoon where you will have your lunch nearby here. After lunch we carry on to Pucamarca village where we will camp here. At the end of the afternoon, you will enjoy your hot tea and then have dinner accompanied by bright stars this is if the weather allows us. Then go to sleep.
Hiking Distance: 11 Km /6.8 miles (5 to 6 hours)
Day 2: Pukamarca – Huchuy Qosqo –Lamay- Maras salt mine-Ollantaytambo- Aguas Calientes
After an early breakfast, you will get ready to enjoy your wonderful day because today is your easy day. It will take just 2 hours or so to get to Huchuy Qosqo, then take your time to explore this magnificent Inka site. After a well-deserved rest and exploration in Huchuy Qosqo, we will re-start walking windy downhill to the lunch spot (Lamay village). Following, you will catch our van in order to go to Salt mine. Here, you will explore the multi-hued salt pans of Maras. The huge salt mines has been in use since the pre-colonial times.
After visiting the Salt mine, you will head to Ollantaytambo town. Once in Ollantaytambo, you will enjoy your dinner and will take a train to Aguas Calientes town for your overnight stay.
Hiking Distance: 6 km/3.7 miles (3-4 hours)
Day 3: Private Machu Picchu Tour. Return to Cuzco
Day 3 will be one of the more remarkable and busy day, because you will visit one of the 7 new wonders in the world and thus you will need to wake up early and will go up to Machu Picchu sanctuary with your guide by bus and you will have a memorable walking tour through the “lost city of the Incas” and let yourself be swept away by the magical landscape that surrounds this important ruin. Finish up with last photos and then return to Aguas Calientes town for the return trip to Cuzco.
Hiking Distance: Full walking tour in Machu Picchu for 2 hours
Upgrade options:
Climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain for views over the ruins or add an extra day in Machu Picchu.
Inclusions for Huchuy Qosqo Trek To Machu Picchu 3 Days
Included
- Pre-departure briefing in our office or your hotel:Time to be determined by the company.
- Private Accommodation: 1 night camping on the Huchuy Qosqo trek and 1 night of accommodation in a three-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. The hotel we book will be listed on your invoice. Upgrading hotels are always possible at additional cost.
- Camping equipment: Dining and kitchen tents, tents for 2 people, tables, chairs, and cooking gears (all carried by the horses).
- Inflatable mattress or foam sleeping pad: Air mattresses which add a lot of comfort to sleep and rest.
- Rain ponchos and duffel bags to pack your personal belongings
- Transportation: You will be provided with all transportation for this trek. A roundtrip bus ticket is included from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu Inca City and return.
- Train Ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo: On Day 3, you will return on the Expedition Class Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival at the station, our private van will transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
- Train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Professional Guides: English speaking, professionally educated guides. All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University.
- Trekking Chef: A chef and his assistant, specialized in cooking on the trail, will prepare all of your delicious meals to replenish your energy along the trail.
- Horseman and his assistant which is in charge of leading horses and taking care all the camping equipment.
- Pick up and drop off in your hotel.
- Cargo Mules: On day 1 and 2, cargo mules will carry all camping equipment and your personal baggage allowance (7 kgs/15.4 lbs). On days 2 and 3 your duffel bags will be carried by car or train to your destination.
- Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners (vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost), 2 Snacks, 1 happy hour. All these meals are prepared by our Chef.
- Water: We will provide you water for your morning hike every day and again during lunch. We suggest to bring your camel bag and extra energy drinks for this trek, because being well hydrated is the key to feeling great in the mountains.
- Wake-up tea: Hot herbal tea brought to your tent, each morning before breakfast.
- Products for hygiene: You will be provided with a towel paper, soap and hand sanitizer before each meal to clean your hands.
- We provide hot water buckets every evening so you can wash and feel refreshed.
- Entry ticket to Machu Picchu Archeological Site (Circuit 2 or 3) and guided tour
- Entry ticket to Salt-mine
- Entry ticket to arqueological site of Huchuy Qosqo
- First-Aid Kit: Our guides have received training in first aid from physicians. Our guides will bring an emergency oxygen bottle, as well.
Not Included
- Sleeping Bags: You can rent one from our company if you do not have your own. Our sleeping bags are effective and durable to protect from low temperatures.
- Walking Sticks: You can rent a set from our company if you would like.
- Last Day: Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
- First Day: Breakfast
- Tips for our staff: Tipping is of course 100% voluntary and should only be done if you feel like your guide, porters, horse men and Chef have done an amazing job for you.
Aditional Upgrades
- Rentals: Sleeping bag: $ 10 USD
- Rentals: Walking Sticks (pair): $ 10 USD
- Huayna Picchu Mountain: $65 USD per person (2-hour round-trip climb).
- Machu Picchu Mountain: $65 USD per person (3-hour round-trip climb).
- Vistadome Train (one way): $40 USD per person.
Departure Dates- Huchuy Qosqo trek To Machu Picchu
Departure Dates
This Huchuy Qosqo trek to Machu Picchu is available year-round since the geographic terrain of the route enable to do this tour/ expedition. On the other hand, Peru usually celebrates annual festivities, special events, special occasions and activities such as: The Feast of the Sun, Easter Sunday procession, Folkloric Parade, Carnival, Christmas Day, Bullfighting, and so on, occasionally, unforeseen events such as: Solar and Lunar eclipses would be a surprising experience for you. For this reasons, Inca Vision Agency guarantees your departure dates.
Check here your availability for Annual Festivities, Special Events, Huchuy Qosqo trek & Machu Picchu tour
Price for Huchuy Qosqo Trek To Machu Picchu 3 Days
To book the Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu, an initial payment of $ 200 USD per person is required. The remaining balance can be paid online or in person at our office in Cusco. The deposit can be made via We Travel, Western Union or MoneyGram. If you rent camping and hiking gear, upgrade tours or receive a discount of the total price our sales team will email you the updated remaining balance payable at our Cusco office.
For Group Tour Huchuy Qosqo Trek 3 Days
Price per Person:
Adults: From $540 USD Students and Children: From $510 USD
Note.
- We need a minimum of 3 people to run the tour
- 4+ People, please contact us for a special price
- If you book this tour for more than 2 people, ask for it and get a discount for this tour. “This condition applies only if you are part of a single group (For 3 + people booking at the same time) and does not apply to groups organized by the travel agency.”
- Children 17 years old or less, the discount is $30 USD (To receive the child discount you must send us a copy of the child’s passport).
- For a private tour, please request a quote by emailing incavisiontours@gmail.com or info@incavisiontours.com.
Student Discount:
To qualify for the student discount, one must be 25 years old or less at the time of entering Machu Picchu and you must submit a valid university ID with your booking. The ID must include your name, photo, and expiration date. Cards without an expiration date will not be accepted. Please bring the original student ID with you on the tour to pass the checkpoint.
Payment method
Pay via We Travel
Please note that We Travel charges a fee ranging from 1.5% to 3.9 % (depending on the type of currency used) for online deposits. For payment made via bank transfer a 2% fee will be applied which the client is responsible for. The fee is for the use of We travel’s secure payment gateway. Please, notify incavisiontours@gmail.com or info@incavisiontours.com after payment has made through, We Travel.
Pay via Western Union
Please note that Western Union charges a variable fee for online deposits, depending on your nationality and location. Western union payments should be addressed to the following receiver:
- Full Name: Jaime Cusi Huaman
- Address: APV. Jardines Del Inca C-10, Cusco – Perú
Pay via MoneyGram
Please note that MoneyGram charges a variable fee for online deposits, depending on your nationality and location. MoneyGram payments should be addressed to the following receiver:
- Full Name: Jaime Cusi Huaman
- Address: APV. Jardines Del Inca C-10, Cusco – Perú
Please remember to send us the tracking code (MTCN) in order to pick up the deposit and confirm your booking. Once your payment is made via Western Union or MoneyGram, please notify ours sales team.
In the event you need to cancel your trip, cancellation fees will be assessed as outlined in our cancellation policy. If canceling, you may not transfer your deposit to another person’s trek/tour. See Inca Vision Tours ‘Terms and Cancellation Policy
Optional Upgrades (Need to book in Advance):
There are several optional upgrades you can include in this trip. Below is a quick list of prices.
Huayna Picchu Mountain: $65 USD per person (2-hour round-trip climb).
Machu Picchu Mountain: $65 USD per person (3-hour round-trip climb).
Note: You can only hike one of these mountains, and it must be done after the guided tour of Machu Picchu due to time limitations.
Vistadome Train (one way): $40 USD per person.
Walking Stick: One pair for $10 USD.
Extra Single Tent: $30 USD
Huayna Picchu | Machu Picchu Mountain
Huayna Picchu, the mountain overlooking Machu Picchu, is a 45-minute hike to the top, located next to the Machu Picchu Inca city. The descent can be steep, so it may not be suitable for those afraid of heights. This hike can be done after your Machu Picchu tour.
Machu Picchu Mountain requires a 3-hour round-trip hike. Due to its popularity, reservations should be made at least one month in advance. Please note that weather conditions are beyond our control.
Train: On our four-day Inca Trail journey to Machu Picchu, a return train ticket on the Expeditions Train is included, offering comfort and scenic views. For an enhanced experience, you can upgrade to the Vistadome Train for the return trip, which features larger windows, comfortable seating, a glass roof, and onboard entertainment, including shows and a complimentary snack.
Hotel: If you are doing overnight tours or treks that lead to Machu Picchu, you will be provided accommodation in a 3 star ★★★ hotel (Intipunku hotel or similar) in Aguas Calientes. For upgrades or cancellation, please enter your request in the special request box above. If you are booking a Peru Package Tour for 5 or more days, please contact our sales team.
Room Types: Matrimonial (1 bed for 2 people); Double (2 single beds), Single (1 bed for 1 person). If you wish to add extra beds, please specify in the special request box above.
Additional Night in Aguas Calientes: Stay an extra night after your 3-day Huchuy Qosqo trek to relax, explore Machu Picchu further, or visit the hot springs. Ideal for those planning to climb Huayna Picchu the next day. Contact us at info@incavisiontours.com or incavisiontours@gmail.com for options and prices.
What to Bring for Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu 3 Days
Gear List
Important Reminder: For this Huchuy Qosqo trek, you will need one hold-all or duffel bag, which we will provide. However, you will be carrying your small day pack while hiking. Please pack as light as possible. A light backpack is key to feeling great!
- Passport (very important)
- Valid student card (if you booked as a student).
- Good daypack (25-30Lt): The smaller, the more confortable.(very important)
- 1L Camelbaks or reusable water bottles
- At least 1 liter of water for the first day until lunch, and after that we will supply you with boiled water for the rest of the hike.
- One pair of comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles) and a pair of sandals. (very important)
- Wicking/Hiking Breathable T-shirts (2 Short Sleeve T-shirts and 1 Long Sleeve T-shirts) and 2- Hiking Pants & Leggings– remember you will always treasure these photos, wear something you love.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho, warm jacket, down jacket, fleece or sweater, scarf, wool hat, sunglasses, gloves and 3 pairs of socks
- Small travel towel & Bathing suits for the hot springs (Optional on your own in Aguas Calientes).
- Sun protection cream and sun hat (very important)
- Insect Repellent (along the Machu Piccchu tour)
- Camera/ Cellphone with extra Power Bank (very important)
- Ear plugs (optional)
- Flashlight or head lamp with spare batteries (very important)
- Extra Snacks (Energy bars, energy drinks, fruits, electrolytes, etc.).
- Extra Money in Cash & Cards for souvenirs, drinks, meals, tips, and emergency situations (can be in Soles or USD).
Other items
- Sleeping bag (or you can rent one from us)
- Sleeping bag liner and inflatable pillow (optional)
- Large plastic bags to organize your items and keep them clean and dry during your tour.
- Trekking poles with rubber tips (or you can rent a pair from us)
Toiletries
- Face moisturizer, toilet paper
- Hand Sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Personal medications prescribed by your doctor (to prevent headaches, stomach issues, heart problems, etc.).
- First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc
