Huchuy Qosqo Trek It is an excellent option of trekking for those who want outdoor activities but do not have much time, this fantastic option of 2 days combined with Machu Picchu is something unique and wonderful, in the tour we will enjoy beautiful views of hills, valleys, lagoons, flora and fauna, canyons and the archaeological center of Huchuy Qosqo.

In addition, it is not an overcrowded route so you can enjoy your walk being the only one in the mountains. Combining this walk with the visit to Machu Picchu is a fantastic alternative.

Itinerary

Pricing

From USD 59.00

Transfers

What our Machu Picchu Hikes Includes

• Professional Guide – We have the best selection of guides, all graduated from the national university of Cusco and grown up in this region with a deep love and passion for teaching their culture. They are fun but professional and will make sure you are safe and happy.
• Tourist transport. – We use clean and new vehicles for all our services, with professional drivers that will guarantee you a safe trip. Our drivers are constantly trained in prudent driving and customer service. The transport will be from Cusco to Soraypampa and from Ollantaytambo to Cusco at the end of our tour.
• Pick up from the hotel. – Our service includes picking up your hotel to start the tour, pick up time will be confirmed according to the location of your hotel, at the end of the tour we will also leave you back at your hotel. (Our service does not include pick up from AIRBNB type houses because many do not have a clear name or address), in that case we will coordinate a place and time to pick up.
• Meals. – 1 breakfast (the second day), 02 lunches and 01 dinners all prepared by our professional chef. The last day dinner is not included. We honor all dietary restrictions. Be sure to remind your tour guide of any food restrictions at the beginning of your walk. The food is typically served family style. You will enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the walk, along with an hour of tea and snacks. You will also be provided with a snack every morning, so that you can enjoy the walk.
•  Train Tickets. – The train ticket included on the service is on Inca Rail the Voyager, however, you can make an Up Grade to 360 º that has windows on the roof to enjoy the beautiful views on the road. This has a cost addition to $. 69 dollars per person, only the one-way.
• Bus tickets. – It is 25 minutes from the Town to Machu Picchu and 25 minutes from Machu Picchu to the town.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu. We take care of providing you with the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and this will be delivered to you on the day of the tour, by your guide.
• Porters: We include a personal porter, who is responsible for carrying your travel bag with your personal items. There is no additional fee for this. The night before the start of the walk we will give you your duffel bag to fill with the things you will need for the walk. You will not have access to your duffle bag until you arrive at your campsite at night of the first day.
•  Camping equipment: In Peru Private Tours we have the best equipment. We use a tent for 4 people only between 2 people so you will have more space to put your belongings inside your tent during the night. You will have a large dining tent to enjoy your meals as well as chairs and table.
• Water: from your first lunch until your last breakfast, PPT will provide you with all the necessary water. This water will be boiled, filtered and then cooled, before distribution. You must supply your own bottles of water or camelback. We recommend carrying around 3L. We will fill our waters at every meal.
• First aid: each of our guides has received training in first aid from a doctor. We hold mandatory training sessions every February, to which all the guides must attend. Your tour guide will always have a first aid kit for basic medical problems (traveler’s diarrhea, cuts, scratches, etc.) and oxygen. We will get you out of the way as quickly and comfortably as possible, if necessary, and we will make sure you go directly to a clinic to receive treatment.
•  Extras: We believe that it is the attention to small details that differentiates us from other travel companies. Each hiker receives a small pillow to sleep, a sponge mattress to isolate (Matra), a backpack covers to protect your belongings during the walk, a rain poncho, a cloth bag to carry your snacks and a waterproof bag to put your belongings before placing them in the duffle bag. We will work hard to create your best vacations.
• Private transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco. – Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo train station our staff will be waiting for you with a van only for our group to transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco or Sacred Valley.
• Permanent Assistance. – We want all the activities you do in our destination to be unique, unforgettable and safe, so you will always have an assigned personal assistant who will be in constant communication with you.

What Our Machu Picchu Hikes Doesn`t Include.

All travelers need a sleeping bag on the adventure routes, do not forget to bring your own. The walking sticks and air mattresses are optional and serve to provide greater comfort during the walk. If you do not want to bring any camping gear you can always rent from our office.

Sleeping bag or sleeping: $. 10 usd per person                           

Air Matras: $. 10 usd per person                                                       

Walking sticks (01 pair): $. 8 usd per person  

• Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain. – On this hike we will visit Machu Picchu in the afternoon, which is why there is no option to visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, unless you want to stay an extra night in Machu Picchu Pueblo and visit the next day, however, this can generate extra hotel costs and entrance tickets.
• Flights. – Flying to Cusco can be complicated. Delays occur frequently especially between October to March and it is not uncommon for flights to be canceled. Make sure you arrive in the city at least two days before the start date of your Tour to Machu Picchu. LATAM is the most reliable airline. Avianca and Peruvian Airlines are also acceptable companies. You will not return from your tour on the last day until around 22 pm So make sure your flight is not the day of the Machu Picchu Tour, rather the next day.
• Tips – Tips are always appreciated and should be based entirely on your level of satisfaction. Although it may not be usual for you, it has considerable importance for the people who will assist you during your trips.
• Travel insurance. – To protect your travel investment, we recommend to purchase a travel insurance. Getting travel insurance before leaving home is highly recommended and very easy. There are many insurance companies depending on your country of origin and at different prices according to your time of stay, take some time to review them and hire the one that best suits you. This is an excellent way to protect yourself while visiting Peru.

Breafing (Previous Information)

All information sessions are held in our office at 06:00 PM the night before your trek. If you cannot assist to this talk please contact our office staff to serve you better.

Arriving to Cusco

The airport in Cusco is currently quite small and only for domestic flights, so all international travelers by plane must disembark in Lima and go through Customs. Even if your flight to Cusco is the same day by the same airline, you must pick up your bags in Lima and then register them again.

The best way to get to Cusco is by air and there are several airline options. LATAM tends to be the most expensive, but it has more flight options. But you also have PERUVIAN, AVIANCA, STAR PERU, LC PERU to choose according to your preference. Expect flight delays or cancellations, due to the high altitude of Cusco, tends to be difficult to land so that on rainy days you can paralyze air traffic. Bus tours are always available and although the journey may be long, especially from Lima, Peru buses are well maintained and are comfortable. This option is recommended if you come from a city closer to Cusco like Puno or Arequipa. Buses from Lima will take around 20 hours to arrive to Cusco.

Pick Up from The Hotels.

We pick up all our clients from the hotel for all tours. While your hotel is in the center of the city of Cusco, we will coordinate this pick up with the guide at the information session. Pick-up times may vary between 20 and 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions and hotel locations.

Cusco is an ancient city with cobblestone streets and very narrow corridors. Very small hotels and Air BNBs are often located on streets that cars cannot pass through. They are also usually located on the side of the hill, with long and steep climbs to the property, difficult to maneuver with luggage. We recommend that you do not stay in one of these places and try to find places where there is easy access to carry your bags.

Health Concerns

It is important that you be honest with your guide about any health problems you may suffer.

You should seek advice from your doctor about vaccinations and medical precautions. Peru Private Tours will not provide medical advice. It is your responsibility to assess the risks and requirements of each aspect of the Tour based on your own circumstances, limitations, fitness level and medical requirements.

If during the trek you get sick of extreme altitude or any other illness that not allows you to continuing with the journey, but you want to visit Machu Picchu by train, we will work with you to coordinate this trip. This will be a new trip and may involve additional costs. We will use as much of the logistics purchased from the original route to keep rates low.

If you experience problems while walking and cannot continue, a porter will escort you to the nearest road and wait while a car comes to pick you up and take you to the nearest health clinic.

Group trips

Group tours are made up of different types of people, with different walking skills and ages. By accepting a group trip, you understand that some people may be slower or faster than you. Everyone can make their own pace for the walk, the guide will work through the group to spend time with everyone. Groups can request some modifications to the tour and the guide will work with everyone to make the best decision for the group.

Strikes

Unfortunately, strikes are very common in Peru and can cause many interruptions in our Tours. Roads are often blocked, trains stopped. We will do everything possible to operate your Tour, even before the start date. Some tours may be canceled under these circumstances. Our Operations Department will coordinate with you in this situation. Your safety is always our main concern and will determine how we decide.

Lost Items

You are responsible for your personal items throughout the Tour. Be diligent about where you leave your stuff and remember to remove all items from our vans, tents, restaurant, etc. Do not leave anything involuntary while walking. Other hikers or teams can pick it up without knowing to whom it belongs.

Weather

The climate in Cusco and Machu Picchu is unpredictable. In general, the dry season in Cusco is from April to October, but this does not prevent the rain from falling in June or the sun coming out in December, just prepare for any weather condition. No matter which month you take the hike or excursion, or which tour you are on, make sure you have adequate clothing that includes a waterproof jacket, pants, poncho and waterproof gloves.

Also be prepared for four seasons in a day. Many of the excursions through the Andes involve many microclimates and you will have to be prepared for all seasons. The layers are always key because they are easy to adjust to different temperatures. And the nights will always be cold, so get ready with a warm jacket.

Altitude sickness

As soon as the people reserve the trip to Peru, specifically to Cusco, they begin to wonder about altitude sickness. High altitudes contains less oxygen than at sea level and forces your body to work harder to get the oxygen it needs. For few days at high altitude your body adjusts to the least amount of oxygen in the air.

The first symptoms of altitude sickness may be; headache, fatigue, followed by loss of appetite, nausea or vomit, dizziness, trouble sleeping, difficulty breathing during exercise. If any of these effects worsen, contact our office and we will help you get to a doctor.

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Travel insurance

To protect your travel investment, we recommend buying travel insurance. Getting travel insurance before leaving home is highly recommended and very easy. There are many insurance companies depending on your country of origin and at different prices according to your time of stay, take some time to review them and hire the one that best suits you. This is an excellent way to protect yourself while visiting Peru.

From: USD 40.00 per person