This hike starts near Chinchero
which we reach by car. We start walking in Alpachaca along the shore
of lake Piuray towards the village of Tauca. Before reaching Tauca,
we take a narrow path ascending a small valley which lead to the
first pass we have to cross. On clear days, the view from this pass
is magnificent, and we can see the Vilcanota ranges and the sacred
mountain of Ausangate.
Walking on over the mountain range
we spot a small lake to our right and below, where we can have lunch
while watching the llamas. We continue on over another pass which
again provides some superb views.
We start our descent into the Sacred
Valley. A bit further down, the trail becomes quite narrow and overgrown.
Once we reach a small stream, we follow it down to several Inca
teracces. Lower down we come to a ruin, the gateway to Huchuy Qosqo.
It takes about 45 more minutes
to reach Huchuy Qosqo from this point. Following the trail we arrive
at a small overgrown plateau and, looking over the edge, are rewarded
with our first view of the ruins of Huchuy Qosqo. We zig-zag down
the gorge and cross the stream again before reaching the ruins.
Our camp is set up near this site of cultural heritage. Dinner is
prepared and our sleeping bag awaits us.
DAY 2
We spend some time looking around
and listening to our guide explain the history of these ruins. After
our visit, we head towards the small town of Lamay. Here our driver
will pick us up and take us back to the hotel.
Group sizes Minimum 2 pax
Price includes All taxes, transport,
first-aid box, refreshments (crackers, fruits and drinks) Breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Bilingual guides (English, Spanish, German or
French). Camping equipment. It does not include transportation from
Cusco to Urubamba.