Top Activities on the Ground in Cusco - page 35

The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is a popular alternative to the Inca Trail. It is considered by many to be the best alternative route due to the natural beauty found along the trail and the lack of crowds. Because it is a more remote and rugged route, the Salkantay Trek has significantly fewer people than the Inca Trail. With breathtaking and inspiring views, this less traveled trail is invaluable. It is truly, as the Incas called it, sacred. If you are looking for an adventure in Peru, consider the “Salkantay Trek” as an option to reach Machu Picchu.

This tour is a travel alternative that allows you to know the main archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, such as Pisac, Ollanta and Chincero, you will also visit the wonder of the Machupicchu world, it will be perfect for you since in just two days You will know the most beautiful of the city of Cusco.

This day you can walk through a local and typical community of the Andes. You will also see the Hacienda house, dated from the 17th century, and it is in restoration. To finally get to a beautiful waterfall.

This activity shows you the views and the life in the high andes. Here you will see what you cannot see from the Valleys. It is a moderate but spectacular hike along the high andean slopes. You will get to see life in the highlands of the Andes.

Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo & Hiking Retreat is perfect for a hiking holiday in Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo. During our private tour hiking tours, discover authentic heart of the Andes at the same time. We offer customized trekking opportunities based on the specific needs that you might have. Being a part of a Meditation Retreat in Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo can be a wonderful experience for your mind, body and soul. You can also enhance your spiritual quest by exploring the unique sights and sounds of Andes. The Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo is a natural erosive formation that was formed millions of years ago, meets with the Vilcanota chain of the Andes, above 4,900 m with its flocks of lamas, alpacas, and sheep and several medicinal plants. Wellness Retreat that will have you at nature’s heart, high in the sky amongst the breathtaking Snowy Sacred Mountain of the Ausangate.

Waqrapukara remains an enigmatic site built in seclusion far away from most other sites in Cusco. This place was considered more sacred than Machu Picchu. The clue is a vaulted niche three jambs that faces the sun rise, you'll see it when you arrive there. It's design and difficulty to reach suggests it was meant to be a secret. Not much is known about its purpose. The surrounding valley is breathtaking and you'll get to see a side of Cusco not many others see. Waqrapukara is considered off the beaten path. We also have 2 day hike which involves exploring tombs on the mountain ridge. Inside the tombs are the untouched remains of the Qanchi who were around during the Inca.

Waqrapukara remains an enigmatic site built in seclusion far away from most other sites in Cusco. This place was considered more sacred than Machu Picchu. The clue is a vaulted niche three jambs that faces the sun rise, you'll see it when you arrive there. It's design and difficulty to reach suggests it was meant to be a secret. Not much is known about its purpose. The surrounding valley is breathtaking and you'll get to see a side of Cusco not many others see. Waqrapukara is considered off the beaten path. We also have 2 day hike which involves exploring tombs on the mountain ridge. Inside the tombs are the untouched remains of the Qanchi who were around during the Inca.

The adventure begins with a transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the starting point of the trek to the impressive Palcoyo mountain range. Alike Vinicunca, the 7-colour mountain, Palcoyo acquires its colouration due to minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, among others, accumulated over millions of years, which now offer a visual spectacle. Unlike Vinicunca, the arrival to the Palcoyo mountain range is of a moderate and accessible level since it is a walk without great slopes, reaching a maximum elevation of 4,900 metres above sea level. Upon arrival, enjoy the beautiful view of the mountain range and take a few minutes to appreciate the surroundings calmly thanks to the lower traffic of visitors in the area. After this visit, start the descent and enjoy a picnic-lunch while continuing to enjoy the view. When finished, you are transferred back to your hotel in Cusco.

We pick you up from the hotel between 4 am in our private transport to go to Mollepata, we will arrive in 2 hours approximately to this small town, the we will have breakfast to start our hike towards Humantay Lake. We will continue in our transport for approximately 1 more hour until Soraypampa which is located at 3900 msnm. Our guide will give you some recommendations to start the trek to Humantay Lake located at 4200 msnm Which is very close to the mountain Salkantay. We start the hike to Humantay Lake for approximately 1 hour and half; enjoying the beautiful views of the snowy mountains Salkantay and Humantay. When we reach Laguna Humantay we will enjoy the beautiful turquoise lagoon. Later you will enjoy a small snack watching the beautiful landscapes, continue the walk back to Soraypampa. In the afternoon we will arriving to Mollepata and have the lunch. After lunch we return to Cusco in our private transport. We will arrived in Cusco around 7:00 pm ; we drop you at your hotel.

this unique tour where you can enjoy 2 day full adventure and nature. if you are walking lover, this is a Good experience for you. • AVAILABILITY: Every day • TOUR DURATION: 10 hours • FREQUENCY: All year

You can live a great experience in Peru and Cusco visiting several attractions of the country and arriving at the great wonder of the Machupicchu world. In 6 days they will live the most unforgettable experience of your life.