About this experience
This trek is ideal for those passengers who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Valley of Urubamba and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota.
At a glance
- Duration: 48 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Original passport, don’t forget to get the Machu Picchu stamp!
- Medicines and personal use items, credit or debit card (see personal spending money), camera and films, rechargeable batteries and adapters, binoculars, cover for backpacks, shirts/t-shirts, sun hat, sun block, sunglasses, toiletries (biodegradable), watch or alarm clock, water bottle, rain poncho, plastic bags for your personal stuff to keep dry
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What is included
- Lunch
- Hostel Accommodation
- Dinner
- Transports , Train round trip , van round trip , Bus up and down
- Breakfast
- Vegetarian Option or special diet available
- Meals
Not included
- Food Breakfast day 1 and lunch, dinner day 2
- Cold water and snacks
- Hot Spring in Aguas Calientes (s/20)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain (US$25 ) and Machu Picchu Mountain (US$ 25)
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Main Office cuesta santa ana Nª 702
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PERU TRAVEL COMPANY
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- A small Backpack at least 30 lt
- Original passport, don’t forget to get the Machu Picchu stamp!
- International Student Identity card (ISIC) if applicable. Green card if you are student
- Travel Insurance card is essential
- Medicines and personal use items, credit or debit card (see personal spending money), camera and films, rechargeable batteries and adapters, binoculars, cover for backpacks, shirts/t-shirts, sun hat, sun block, sunglasses, toiletries (biodegradable), watch or alarm clock, water bottle, rain poncho, plastic bags for your personal stuff to keep dry
- Emergency money at least 200- 300 extra soles (USD$120)
- Note: walking poles are not allowed into Machu Picchu
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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