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▷ Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
Camps
Acomodation
From 5°C to 15°C
Temperature
3,600 m | 11,800 ft
Max. Altitude
All year around
Availability Dates
Overview – Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
The Inca Quarry Trek (also known as the Cachicata Trek) is a scenic 3-day hike through Peru’s Sacred Valley, starting from Soqma village and ending in Ollantaytambo. This off-the-beaten-path trail takes you past the stunning Perolniyoc waterfall, ancient sites like Qorimarka, and the historic Cachicata Inca Quarry—where stones were carved for Machu Picchu.
Ideal for hikers seeking a less crowded alternative to the Inca Trail, this trek offers rich Andean culture, mountain views, archaeological ruins, and a truly immersive Peruvian hiking experience. Supported with horses, quality camping gear, and nutritious meals, it’s a moderate to semi-challenging trek perfect for adventurous travelers.
More details- Inca Quarry Trek
Trip Type: Hiking, adventure, history, culture and nature
Trip Length: 3 Days/ 2 Nights
Group Size: 2-8 Hikers
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Semi-challenging, but rewarding hike.
Weather: Dry season (cold & sunny days) – Rainy season (Changeable weather)
Hiking Distance: 22km
Itinerary Quarry Trek 3 Days
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)
Inclusions for Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
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, 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 and return.
- 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 1,2 and 3, cargo mules will carry all camping equipment and your personal baggage allowance (7 kgs/15.4 lbs).
- Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners (vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost), 2 Snacks, 2 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 Inca Quarry site and guided tour
- Entry ticket to Inca Quarry Trail and private lands.
- Entry ticket to arqueological site of Ollantaytambo.
- 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.
- 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
Price for Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
To book the Inca Quarry Trek, an initial payment of $ 100 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 Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
Price per Person:
Adults: From $415 USD Students and Children: From $400 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 $15 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 Inca Quarry Trek. Below is a quick list of prices.
Walking Stick: One pair for $10 USD.
Extra Single Tent: $25 USD
Departure Dates-Inca Quarry Trek
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.
What to Bring for Inca Quarry Trek 3 Days
Gear List
Important Reminder: For this Inca Quarry 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.
- Sun protection cream and sun hat (very important)
- Insect Repellent (along the Inca Quarry 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
