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Waqrapukara - Inca Fortress Full Day Tour

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Description

Discover Waqrapukara, one of the least visited archaeological sites in Cusco. Its Quechua name means Horn Fortress, referring to the distinctive horn-shaped rock formations that characterize the place. This tour takes you through Andean mountains, passing through traditional local communities, until reaching this mysterious site located at 4,110 meters altitude. At Waqrapukara you will find well-preserved Inca architecture remains: Main Plaza with distinctive horn-shaped rock formations, ceremonial portals with double and triple jamba, Wiracocha Sanctuary with ritual altar, circular watchtowers, seven agricultural terraces with irrigation channels, and residential structures. All surrounded by spectacular mountain landscapes with panoramic views of the Apurímac River region.

Detailed Itinerary

1

Cusco to Waqrapukara - Complete Exploration

Journey from Cusco to Waqrapukara: Early morning pickup from Cusco hotels, transfer to Cusipata with Andean breakfast, hike to Santa Lucia, ascent to Waqrapukara, guided tour of archaeological site, descent, lunch, and return to Cusco in the evening.
Comidas: Breakfast and Lunch Distancia: 116 km Dificultad: moderate
Cusco - Historic Center
04:00

Pickup at hotels in Cusco historic center

Duración: 30 min

Transfer to Cusipata
05:00

4-hour bus journey to Cusipata, a traditional town in Quispicanchi province. Observe local Andean life and landscapes

Duración: 120 min

Andean Breakfast in Cusipata
07:00

Authentic breakfast with fresh local products. Includes hot beverages, fresh bread, cheese and regional fruits

Duración: 30 min

Santa Lucia - Start of Hike
07:30

Journey to Santa Lucia, starting point for hike to Waqrapukara. Time to prepare and get ready for the trek

Duración: 140 min

Hike to Waqrapukara
09:50

40-minute hike to Waqrapukara, ascending 487 meters. Trail crosses Andean mountain landscapes with local flora and wildlife including llamas and alpacas

Duración: 40 min

Waqrapukara - Archaeological Site
10:50

Complete guided tour of archaeological site. Main Plaza with distinctive horn-shaped rock formations, ceremonial portals, Wiracocha Sanctuary, watchtowers, agricultural terraces with Inca irrigation systems, residential structures

Duración: 60 min

Descent to Santa Lucia
11:50

1-hour return from Waqrapukara to Santa Lucia. Mostly downhill trail with panoramic views during descent

Duración: 60 min

Box Lunch
12:50

Box lunch with vegetarian options. Served in Santa Lucia with views of the Andean mountains

Duración: 60 min

Return to Cusco
13:50

4-hour return bus transfer to Cusco. Arrival at Plaza de Armas approximately at 18:15

Duración: 265 min

Tour Details

Includes

  • Professional certified guides with experience in archaeology
  • Round-trip transportation from Cusco in comfortable bus
  • Andean Breakfast with fresh local products in Cusipata
  • Box Lunch with vegetarian option
  • Entrance to Waqrapukara archaeological site
  • Trekking poles for the hike
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen balloon for altitude emergencies

Not Included

  • Tips for guides (optional)
  • Alcoholic beverages or additional drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
per person
USD 30.00
1 day (14 hours)
Up to 15

Waqrapukara - Inca Fortress Full Day Tour

$30.00

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Tour Route

Explore the places you'll visit during this incredible journey

Inicio
Destino
Paradas
6 paradas
Estilo:

Itinerario

1
04:00
Cusco - Historic Center
Duración: 30 min
2
05:00
Transfer to Cusipata
Duración: 120 min
3
07:00
Andean Breakfast in Cusipata
Duración: 30 min
4
07:30
Santa Lucia - Start of Hike
Duración: 140 min
5
09:50
Hike to Waqrapukara
Duración: 40 min
6
10:50
Waqrapukara - Archaeological Site
Duración: 60 min
116 km
Distancia
moderate
Dificultad
4110m
Altitud máx
6
Paradas totales
USD 30.00
per person