Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
Trip Type: Hiking, adventure, history, culture and nature
Trip Length: 3 Days/ 2 Nights
Group Size: 2-10 Hikers
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Semi-challenging, but rewarding hike.
Weather: Dry season (cold & sunny days) – Rainy season (Changeable weather)
Hiking Distance: 22km
Overview
The Andean mountains of Peru are rich in culture, nature & history. The picturesque landscapes around Cuzco are world renowned for their beauty and as a place of deep spirituality. For guests looking to experience a more intimate, but no less breathtaking hike, away from the crowds of Machu Picchu, consider the Inca Quarry trek to Ollantaytambo, also known as the Soqma and Cachicata treks. This trek starts in the remote village of Soqma and takes you through the high mountains, passing by the beautiful waterfall Perolniyuq, visiting the ancient Inca Archaeological site Qorimarka and the Inca Quarry Cachicata. The Quarry is the place where the Incas unearthed rocks to build Ollantaytambo. On this trek we will enjoy beautiful snow-capped mountains of the famous sacred valley. We will end the trek visiting spectacular Inca city Ollantaytambo.
This trek is recommended for people who want to experience the sacred valley away from the crowds and explore the less congested trails to Machu Picchu. The trip is supported with horses for your convenience and we provide you with top quality camping equipment and very delicious, balanced meals that will keep you energized the whole trek.
Would you like a remote experience in the Andes? If so, please join us!
Day 1: Cuzco – Soqma – Perolniyoq – Qorimarka
We will pick you up from 06:00am to 06:30 am from your hotel and drive to Mauka Iglesia a small Inca ceremonial place but an ancient sacred place that has been in use since before the Incan civilization. In the giant rocks are intricate carvings of portals, the energy here was very strong and felt electric. From here, a short drive will take us to Rafqa (2800m) and Soqma Villlage (3000 m), where we will start to hike and meet our horsemen that will join us during our hike, but before starting our hike we will grab our snack to go. A further one hour and half walk take us to Perolniyoc waterfall (3300m) where we will stop for photos and snack. From here, we continue to Qorimarka Inca site for another 40 minutes to explore for about 30 minutes over there, then getting to the base camp by lunch time.
Hiking Distance: 4 Km /2.5 miles (3 to 4 hours)
Day 2: Qorimarka – Intipunku – Choquetacarpo
After our early breakfast, we start to hike. A 4 hours hike will take us to the top of the first pass Pukaqasa (Pucyuccasa) (4400m). After enjoying the views of the mountains and of the below valley, we walk down for about 20 minutes to the lunch spot. From here, we continue another 2 hours to reach a small Inca site with amazing views of the valley below and Veronica mountain (5750m). Finally arriving our camp Choquetacarpo (3600m).
Hiking Distance: 11 km/8.7 miles (6-7 hours)
Day 3: Choquetacarpo – Kachicata Quarry – Ollantaytambo
We will have an early breakfast and then walk one hour downhill to the Cachiqata where we observe the location of the stones were cut for Ollantaytambo. We will have a tour and talk about how you can still see remains of stone work that was interrupted by the Spanish conquest.
From the quarry we descend for 3 hours until we reach Ollantaytambo (2,840 m / 9,315 ft). We will have lunch in Ollantaytambo. After lunch we will have walking tour in ollantaytambo and then go back to Cusco or Machu Picchu (customized service)
Hiking Distance: 7 km/ 5 miles (5-6 hours)
- This trek star with meditation morning into energetic place call it as a Ñauypa iglesia.
- Enjoy the Inca shower well known as waterfalls of the Perolniyuq.
- Visit the Inca archeological site Qorimarka, the Sun gate built by Incas and the Inca quarry.
- Enjoying panoramic views of Veronica (beautiful snow-capped mountain).
- Enjoy exploring Ollantaytambo site ,the Inca living city that remains since 600 years old
- The train travels along one of the highest train routes in the world, crossing through breathtaking landscapes on its way from Cusco to Ollantaytambo only enjoying on one and two-days trips.
Included
- Pre-departure briefing in our office or your hotel. Time to be determined by the Company.
- Private Accommodation: 2 nights camping on the Inca Quarry trek.
- Camping equipment: Dining and kitchen tents, Portable toilet tent, tables, chairs, and cooking gears (all carried by the horses).
- Inflatable mattress: Thermarest air mattresses that are 3 inches thick and add a lot of comfort to sleep and rest.
- Pillow, rain ponchos and duffel bag.
- Transportation: You will be provided with all transportation for this trek. You will be picked up directly from your hotel around 5: 30 A.M, to be taken to the trail head. In the last day, our van will take you back to your hotel in Cusco
- Professional Guides: English speaking, professionally educated guides. All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in the Cusco region, and are committed to teaching others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe and sound and happy so you can enjoy your time worry-free!
- 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.
- Cargo Mules: On days 1, 2 and 3, cargo mules will carry all camping equipment and your personal baggage allowance (7 kgs/15.4 lbs).
- 1 Saddle-horse or emergency horse: This service will only be available on the hard sections of the trek, as those are the most challenging ones.
- Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners (Vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost), 3 Snacks, 2 happy hours. 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.
- Products for hygiene: You will be provided with a small towel, soap and hand sanitizer before each meal to clean your hands.
- Entry ticket to Inca Quarry trail.
- Campsite fee for 2 nights
- 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 temperatures as low as -18ºC (0ºF). They are mummy form and include a sleeping liner. The bags are cleaned after every use and have a maximum usage of 30 trips. (Cost: USD $15).
- Walking Sticks:You can rent a set from our company if you would like (Cost: USD $10/pair).
- Last Day: Dinner in Cusco.
- Travel Insurance.
- 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.
- Additional costsor delays out of control of the management (landslides, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, altitude sickness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.).
The Inca Quarry trek is available all year around 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. BOOK now! Only your confirmation is needed.
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Availability Dates: All year around.
January 1st.
February or March (Variable Sunday)
March or April 1st to 8th.
June 24th
July 28th and 29th.
October 31st.
November 1ST and 2nd.
December 24th and 25th.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: For this 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)
- Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
- Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
- 2L Camelbaks or water bottles
- Water for the beginning of your hike. We will resupply you at lunch.
- Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles) and sandals. (very important)
- 3 Wicking/Hiking T-Shirts & 2 hiking pants
- Nice shirts and pants for Inca Quarry day – 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 set of socks.
- Sun protection cream and sun hat (very important)
- Insect Repellent
- Personal first aid kit
- Camera/ cellphone/ Powerbank
- IPhone/IPod for music
- Flashlight or head lamp with spare batteries (very important)
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips.
- TOILETRIES
- Face moisturizer
- Hand Sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Personal medications
- First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.
We require a deposit of 50% of the total price per person for any tours or treks. The deposit can be made via PayPal or Western Union. 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 shared service
- $ 415 USD per person (2 people minimum)
Note.
- If you book this tour for more than 2 people, ask for it and get a discount for this tour.
- 17 years old or less, the discount is $15 USD
According to Peruvian Law, you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu to qualify for a discount.
Note: If you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.
All students must provide a copy of their passport at the time of booking to receive the student discount. Email us a copy at: incavisiontours@gmail.com
Pay with PayPal
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