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Huchuy Qosqo (with Machu Picchu)
2 Day / 1 Night Tour
- 2 days / 1 nights
- Max Group Size: 8
- Starts in Cusco
- Book all year round
- Regular & luxury tents available
- Ends in Cusco
Introduction
This trek is perfect for travellers seeking a remote escape, surrounded solely by nature, far from the usual tourist paths. Huchuy Qosqo, meaning “Little Cusco,” sits high above the Urubamba Valley and offers stunning panoramas of the Vilcanota mountain range. During this adventure, you’ll experience a night under the stars, camping in the serene wilderness or staying with a local family.
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Itinerary
Check out the itinerary for our 2 day Huchuy Qosqo Inca Glamping Tour to Macchu Picchu below:
Our adventure begins with a drive from Cusco to the Inca site of Chinchero (3,760 meters). From there, we’ll start our hike, ascending a winding path to a pass at around 4,200 meters. The trail then leads us downhill into a lush valley and towards a small, secluded community.
As we move through the village, the path climbs again to a second pass (4,300 meters), taking us through vast, open landscapes. We will pass the picturesque Lake Qoricocha (Golden Lake in Quechua) along the way, offering stunning views of the mountains around us.
The final descent brings us to Huchuy Qosqo (3,650 meters), where we’ll arrive in the late afternoon to set up camp or stay with a local family, enjoying dinner under a sky filled with stars.
- Hiking time: 6 hours
- Meals: Lunch and dinner included
Huchuy Qosqo is nestled above the Urubamba Valley, overlooking the agricultural town of Lamay, known for its farming and cattle raising. Once an Inca administrative center, Huchuy Qosqo features a blend of stone and adobe structures that showcase the impeccable masonry of the Inca style.
As we follow the scenic trail with the towering Pitusiray Mountain as our backdrop, we’ll come across an ancient stone and adobe gate — the original entrance to Huchuy Qosqo for those ascending from the Urubamba Valley.
From Lamay, our private transport will take us to explore the remarkable sites of Maras Moray and the Salt Mines, as well as the colonial town of Chinchero. We expect to return to Cusco by around 6 pm.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch included
Notes:
- This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and group preferences.
- From Chinchero to Lamay we are accompanied by porters or horsemen and mules that will carry all camping equipment.
- Tips for porters, cooks and guides are always welcome. The porters are also very grateful for a small donation, for example clothes or school equipment for their children.
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- Pre-trek briefing with the guide and delivery of maps.
- Additional guide for groups larger than 9 people.
- Expert trail chef.
- Assistant chef for groups larger than 9 people.
- Horses carrying camping equipment and food.
- Meals during the trek: 7x breakfast, 7x lunch, 7x dinner.
- Free vegetarian option (please inform us in advance).
- First aid kit.
- Oxygen tank.
- Camping equipment: tents and sleeping mats.
- Kitchen equipment: kitchen tent, dining tent, cooking utensils.
- 1 Night stay in a three star hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
- Return train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo (Expedition Service), departure times: 16:22 hrs, 18:20 hrs, 21:50 hrs (subject to availability).
- Tourist transport: Ollantaytambo Station – Cusco.
- Sleeping bag.
- Tips for the guide and porters.
- Services not indicated in the itinerary.
- Muleteers or mules for personal luggage.
- It does not include the first breakfast and dinner on the last day.
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu: USD $65.00.
- Rental of an extra riding horse for when tired.
- Additional tent
- Sleeping bag, you can rent them from us.
- Walking sticks (available for hire)
- If you wish to extend your stay in Aguas Calientes (the town just below Machu Picchu), please contact us for hotel prices.
- Travel insurance (recommended). We recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unexpected inconveniences during your tour (e.g., trip cancellations or interruptions) to protect your travel investment.
- Medical insurance (please bring a printed copy).
- A small backpack to carry a light coat in case the weather changes during the trek.
- Appropriate rain gear (raincoat) and a rain poncho.
- In the large backpack carry warm overnight clothes.
- It is advisable to place all your clothes and sleeping bag inside plastic bags to prevent them from getting wet if it rains.
- Original passport.
- Sleeping bag, or you can rent them from us.
- Small towel.
- Trekking shoes, comfortable, it is recommended that they are waterproof.
- Sandals/ flip-flops
- Hats for sunny and cold weather.
- Sun block and moisturizing cream & after sun.
- Insect repellent (minimum 20%).
- Flashlight, camera, camcorder and batteries (with the cold weather they are consumed quickly).
- Toilet paper, wet wipes.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Snacks (energy bars, dried fruit, chocolates, cookies, etc.).
- 2 x 600 ml water bottles. You can refill it with boiled water during the trekking.
- Cash in soles and dollars.
- Hiking poles (recommended) or you can rent them from us.
- Pants
- Socks, polo shirts
- Underwear shorts
- Sweater, jacket.
- Towel, bathing clothes.
- Hat, scarf, sunglasses.
FAQs
We recommend that you pack with care when preparing to embark on this magical trek. The weather in the Andes can be extremely changeable so we recommend:
- Hiking boots. Make sure that these are comfortable enough and they give you appropriate support as you will be walking for several days. The last thing you want to ruin your trek is blisters or foot sores!
- Warm clothing. The Andes often drops below freezing at night due to the fact that you are at high altitude. Make sure that you bring hats, gloves, scarfs and warm apparel with you to guard against the cold.
- Waterproofs. We recommend bringing water protective wear which is both light and insulated. Depending on the season, you might want to bring a light waterproof in the dry season, whilst a heavier waterproof for the rainy-season. Check with your guide if you are unsure on what to bring.
- Small rucksack. This smaller rucksack is for travelling during the day. Your guide will ensure that your larger bags and heavier equipment which you do not require for hiking is taken on horseback to the next stop ahead of you so you have it at the end of each day.
- Altitude sickness tablets. We always recommend bringing altitude sickness tablets with you when travelling to places which are often hundreds of metres about sea-level.
- Torch or flashlight. We recommend bringing a torch with you so that you are able to see where you are going at night. It’s not a good idea to fumble around in the dark without seeing where you are going!
We understand that sometimes your plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. If you make a booking but then wish to cancel it, the following cancellation policies apply:
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Yes. We always recommend that you take out an insurance policy before travelling. We do not cover you on our insurance policy and we require you to sign a waiver prior to travelling for any damages, injuries etc that may occur on your trip.
However, you can rest assured in the knowledge that our experienced guides will ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable trip.