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Hike to the Inca Fortress of Waqra Pukara – 1 Day

GENERAL INFORMATION

Duration: 1 Day
Starting point: 
Cusco (Pick up from your hotel).
Point of Arrival: 
Cusco (Historic Dawtown).
Travel style: 
Adventure, Hiking, Nature and Cultural.
Level of difficulty:
Intermediate
Distance from the Walk: 
14 Km. approx.
Hike Score: :The trek to the Inca Fortress of Waqra Pucara is a highly recommended way to discover the charm and magic of the Peruvian Andes.

Travel Dates: daily.
Hike Altitudes:
• Cusco City: 3,400 meters above sea level. (Main Square).
• Waqra Pucara:
4,140 meters above sea level.

Price Hike to the Inca Fortress of Waqra Pukara – 1 Day
Price 40.00 USD Per Person
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TOUR DETAILS

Information

INTRODUCTION

The name Waqra Pucara comes from two words from Quechua language that together mean Fortress of the Horns, making a clear allusion to the horns of cattle that are recently present in the area. Also, there is a local name for the place among the population, Llama Pucara, which translates as Fortress of the Llama, a name that would fit much better with the native Andean culture.

This great adventure begins in Cusco City and we know that it will satisfy the most demanding travelers and that they will truly make unforgettable memories through preserved and wild nature, with crystalline rivers, in addition to having the best panoramic views of the entire area to reach the incredible Inca Fortress of Waqra Pucara.

Finally, before you discover this fabulous hike, we invite you to join us on a virtual tour over the Peruvian Andes, in one of the most interesting treks. Now breathe, imagine and dream, you are almost in front of the INCA FORTRESS OF WAQRA PUCARA… Welcome!

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Discover the charm and magic of the Andes.
  • Explore these interesting places and learn about Andean life.
  • Visit and admire this incredible Inca Fortress.
  • Informed tour led by a friendly and knowledgeable local Guide.
  • Hike along beautiful landscapes and admire valleys, snow-capped canyons and great mountains.
  • Pickup included from all hotels in Cusco City.
  • Ideal for couples, groups of friends, nature lovers, and the whole family.
  • Free luggage storage while you do the tour.
  • It is a unique experience.

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

If you want to do the 1-Day Waqra Pucara Inca Fortress Tour, enjoying a complete journey filled with emotions, don’t have much time and are in acceptable physical condition, it is definitely for you.

The 1-Day Waqra Pucara Inca Fortress Tour is one of those things that no one should miss the opportunity to do, and enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience; be Woman or Man, Young or Old… This Route is simply for EVERYONE… We are waiting for you!

Itinerary

DETAILED ITINERARY

Very early in the morning, between 4:30 am. and 5:00 a.m. we will pick you up from the Hotel in Cusco City, and then head southwards in our Tourist Transportation on a paved road, arriving at the village of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast in a local restaurant. This part has a duration of 2 hours.

After enjoying breakfast we will continue the trip on our transportation for about 2 hours, passing through picturesque villages and beautiful landscapes such as lagoons and plains where you can admire native flora and fauna. Then we will arrive at the highway end in the Santa Lucia area.

In the Santa Lucia area, we will begin our hike to the archaeological site of WAQRA PUKARA, the distance is almost 2 km. The walk will be comfortable and calm for all travelers, enjoying this adventure along an incredible landscape.

Upon arriving at Waqra Pukara we will have a great tour of the place, explore its buildings, enclosures, squares. We will also have spectacular panoramic views of the canyon and listen to the very interesting explanation of our friendly Guide.

After enjoying this wonderful place and having a good rest, we return and go to Wayque village, we will continue for about 2 hours along a beautiful mountain road.

Upon arriving at the village of Wayque, we will have our delicious Box Lunch and then board our transportation back to Cusco City on a ride of approximately 4 hours, our arrival is scheduled for 6:00 pm.

NOTES

  • The schedules of this itinerary are for reference only, this may vary according to the physical condition of each person.
  • Up to one day before, please call us or inform us via email the name of your accommodations in Cusco City, to pick you up on the day of the excursion.

Included services

THIS TOUR INCLUDES

  • Pick up from your hotel on the day of the Tour.
  • One-way Tourist Transportation from Cusco City to the area known as Santa Lucia (Trek Head).
  • Professional Bilingual Tourism Guide (Spanish and English).
  • Entrance ticket to the Waqra Pucara Archaeological Complex.
  • All Meals during the Tour (01 breakfast, 01 Box Lunch).
  • There is the option of preparing vegetarian meals or special diets according to your requirements, at no extra cost.
  • First aid kit and emergency Oxygen Tank carried by the Guide.
  • Tourist transportation back from the Village of Wayque to Cusco City.

NOT INCLUDED

  • Travel insurance.
  • Optional Tips for your care and service team (only if you wish, at the end of the Tour, you can give a voluntary tip for the guide).

What should you bring

LIST OF PERSONAL ITEMS YOU SHOULD BRING TO THIS TOUR

Please check this list and remember that everything is very important to the success of your trek.

Documents

  • Passport.
  • Printed or digital Tour voucher, issued by our company.

Essential

  • Small backpack.
  • Bottle of water and some snacks such as: cookies, candies, chocolates, cereals, fruits, among others.
  • Extra cash, if you want to buy some souvenirs.

Clothes and shoes

  • Jacket for the cold.
  • Waterproof clothing: rain jacket and/or rain poncho.
  • Hat to cover yourself from the Sun.
  • Hiking boots or comfortable sneakers.

Pharmaceutical products

  • Sunscreen.
  • Lip cream.

Other articles

  • Sunglasses.
  • Rubber-tipped hiking sticks (optional).

We recommend prior acclimatization, at least arriving in our city 1 day before this hike, and good health in general…

* If you have any Questions or Queries about the Items you should bring to the Tour, please contact us at WhatsApp: +51 984 525 006 / +51 984 683 047 or write to: info@incredibleperutours.com

Frequent questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here you will find the Most Frequently Asked Questions from our Clients. Before asking anything, we invite you to carefully read these questions and answers, as well as all our links about this Tour. This will help you obtain information in a simple, fast and practical way.

1. WHAT MEALS WILL I HAVE DURING THE TOUR?

We understand how curious you are about the quality of the food during the trip. For your peace of mind we include All Meals and Snacks during the tour. To do this, there is the option of having breakfast at a Restaurant in the Village of Cusipata. All reports and comments made by our clients guarantee and demonstrate that our meals are excellent.

All food is prepared with fresh ingredients, which are purchased very early in the local market in Cusco City on the same day of the tour. Everything is carried in our transport and then prepared by our cook. We do not use any canned or dehydrated foods. Everything is fresh, healthy and delicious!

Each of our cooks is professionally trained to prepare the best meals: breakfasts and lunches that will keep you full of energy for the hike. The meals start very early in the morning with a great breakfast and at noon you will have a very good lunch. Below are some examples of what our Chefs can prepare and serve:

Breakfasts: Scrambled eggs, breads, pancakes, omelets, cereals, fruits salad, toasts, orange juice, milk, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, butter, jam.

Lunch (Box Lunch): Rice with Chicken, Grilled Meat, Fried Rice, French fries, Boiled Vegetables, Salads, Omelets, etc.

In case you have special dietary needs, no problem! We are prepared to cater for vegetarians, vegans, celiacs and any type of food allergy at no additional cost, so you will be well fed throughout the tour.

2. HOW DO I BOOK MY TOUR?

Booking this Tour with us will really be very safe, easy and practical, you will also enjoy Payment Facilities such as Paying for your Excursion up to 1 day before the Tour.

⇒ To Book this Tour, just follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Fill out the Reservation Form: It is in the Reserve link.

2. Pay for the Tour: We accept all cards. You can use a Credit or Debit Card from any Bank and of any company: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINERS CLUB, DISCOVER, JCB, UNION PAY, ETC.

3. Print your Travel Coupon (Voucher): We will send it to you immediately after you have made the Payment.

⇒ OTHER PAYMENT METHODS: If you want to make the Payment by other means such as: PayPal, Western Union, Bank Deposit, Bank Transfer or some other form, let us know to send you all the necessary information to do so.

3. WHY ARE TICKETS SOLD OUT SO FAST?

Currently, our company has a DAILY SERVICE for this route, with a capacity of 19 travelers daily. Increasingly more people want to visit this incredible place and unfortunately there are very few Tour Agencies that carry out operations in that area directly. In addition, it is important to know that trips to this place can only be made by Tourism Agencies Authorized by the Peruvian Government.

Now that you know the reason behind the high demand, you probably feel the need to reserve a spot as soon as possible; So, for this you will need to do it through an Authorized Tourism Agency, like ours, Incredible Peru Tours.

4. WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE ON THE ROUTE?

As throughout the Andes weather is very unpredictable, it is impossible to say exactly what type of climate you will encounter during the Tour. No matter what month you travel to enjoy the Inca Fortress of Waqra Pucara, be sure to bring a waterproof jacket or a good rain poncho with you, or be ready with sunscreen at hand for a very hot day. Despite this, you can take into consideration our dry and rainy seasons.

During dry season (April to November), early mornings are cloudy and can be cold. As the morning hours pass, the clouds clear and Sun comes out, so it can be quite hot. Sunblock and a good hat to protect yourself are essential. However, keep in mind that sometimes it can be rainy in June and sunny in December.

During rainy season (December to March), pourings happen. However, don’t be surprised if some days are sunny this season. February is the month with the most rain, so we do not recommend doing this tour.

5. WHAT HAPPENS IF I GET ILL DUE TO ALTITUDE SICKNESS?

Don’t worry! All our Guides are trained in case you get sick with this condition. All our Guides carry an oxygen tank and a First Aid Kit, this ensures that you are very well evaluated and cared for, which will allow you to continue with the Trek. In addition, all our staff are prepared in case of Emergency. After being treated, if you still feel very bad and cannot continue with the hike, the Guide will make the best decision for you: whether to continue or return. For us, your Safety and Health always come first.

6. IF I ALREADY PAID FOR MY TOUR AND DECIDE TO CANCEL, WILL I BE REFUNDED?

We understand that unexpected things happen that are out of your control, therefore, we have designed a Refund Plan in case you want to Cancel the Trip.

Only for 1-day tours, as is the case, the refunds we will make will be subject to the date of the trip cancellation that you decide, and will be applied in relation to the date before the start of the tour, according to the box below:

CANCELLATION DATE OF THE TOUR BY THE CUSTOMER  PERCENTAGE TO BE RETURNED BY OUR COMPANY
From 0 to 3 days before the Tour 0%
From 4 to 10 before the Tour   25%
From 11 or more days before the Tour     50%

In addition to this, and in our desire to always seek the best for our customers, consider that if you wish to change the Date of Excursion you can do so without any additional cost, up to 2 days before the Tour.

7. DO I NEED TO BRING ADDITIONAL MONEY TO THE TOUR?

Yes, if you want to buy snacks such as: cookies, dried fruit, chocolates, candies or an additional drink such as soda, beer or an energy beverage, for it is possible to purchase these products in small stores in the area. Also, if you want to buy some souvenirs or handicrafts from the trip, you can buy them directly from local artisans.

8. WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO TOILET SERVICES ON THE ROUTE?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to access Toilet Services: at the beginning and end of the tour, at the Restaurant where you will have breakfast and lunch. These facilities also can be found in some areas during the hike.

9. WHAT TIME WILL WE RETURN TO CUSCO CITY?

Tour return time is scheduled for 5:00 pm. This time is only a reference, for there may be some unexpected delays that affect the arrival time such as: traffic, a traveler may have suffered a setback, poor road conditions, among others; so there may be the possibility of arriving later.

10. IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, CAN I CONTACT INCREDIBLE PERU TOURS?

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

You can contact us anytime, we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will be very happy to assist you, call us at Cell: +51 984 525 006 / WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047 or send us an email to: info@incredibleperutours.com. You can also check the Contact Us link on this website.

11. WHY SHOULD I BOOK MY TOUR WITH INCREDIBLE PERU TOURS?

There are very good reasons to Book your Excursion with Us, let’s look at some:

  • Very good location of Our Travel Office that allows better coordination at any time. We are located in Cusco City’s Historic Downtown, just 1 block from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas).
  • Excursion organized by an Authorized Peruvian Tourism Agency. We are 100% local workers. We are very proud to be Peruvian and have the great opportunity to share our Culture with you, with more than 15 years of experience organizing the best tours to the most incredible tourist destinations in our region. We have all our documentation updated and in order, complying with all procedures and formalities before the Local Government, thus being a Travel Agency recognized as an Authorized Operator of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this provides you with support and safety. It also guarantees our seriousness and commitment to your satisfaction, which will be achieved with great responsibility and enormous pleasure.
  • The Best Price for your trip and without hidden charges. Getting the best price is great and getting the best value is even better. We provide an All Inclusive Service trip at an affordable price, offering you the best Deals. We save you searching time with our Low Price Guarantee. How do we achieve this?… Simply because we are the Direct Tour Operator, managing the costs of the business at a local level and employing local people who will conduct your tour and without any intermediaries.
  • Travel with Experts: The best Tour Guides, Cooks and Porters in the region. Our Support Staff, locally known as “The Steel Team” is highly trained to assist all types of groups, families, friends, couples and all those who love outdoor activities.
  • High Quality Equipment for your Tour. From a simple trekking pillow to the most sophisticated walking stick, through the most comfortable sleeping tents and the best quality sleeping bags that guarantee a good rest. We buy new equipment every year, with a 2-year rotation, constantly looking for the best brands that are the most comfortable and safe for your trip.
  • Excellent meals – All included. You don’t have to worry about food, because we include all meals during the entire Trek. Our chef will impress you with the quality of the food prepared in a small tent and small kitchen. All meals are prepared with fresh ingredients, we do not use canned or dehydrated foods. In addition, there is the possibility of preparing vegetarian or special diets according to your needs, free of extra charge.
  • Safe and guaranteed departures. We are the only Tour Operator that guarantees all departures, since we operate 100% of our treks. Other agencies hope to have enough clients to start an Excursion. Even if we only have a single traveler for a Travel Date, this trip will be operated by us at the prices listed on this website and without surcharge. Normally our groups are small, and average 4 to 8 people.
  • We treat our travel staff in the best way and are committed to social projects in our region. We practice good treatment for our workers. That is why we provide Inca Trail tickets, accommodation, transportation, uniforms and good food for all our staff. The cooks and porters have paid Health Insurance and all of them have reasonable salaries according to the work they do. We are also committed to social program projects that bring benefits for children in local communities in Health and Education, which helps to improve their living conditions.
  • We practice Sustainable and Responsible Tourism. We are an eco-friendly company, committed to the environment and the sustainable use of ecological resources, which must have a minimal impact from Tourism activities. An important measure is that our kitchen staff uses biodegradable dishwasher detergents. We also constantly take part in Cleaning Campaigns for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
  • Personalized Service and Support. When you ask a question, we will always respond. We are here to help provide personalized care and support. Call or email our contact center from anywhere, anytime.

12. IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

If you want to do the 1-Day Waqra Pucara Inca Fortress Tour, enjoying a complete day filled with emotions, don’t have much time and are in acceptable physical condition, it is definitely for you.

The 1-Day Waqra Pucara Inca Fortress Tour is one of those things that no one should miss the opportunity to do, and enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience; be a Woman or Man, Young or Old… This Route is simply for EVERYONE… We are waiting for you!

Availability and prices

IMPORTANT:

  • We recommend you book the Tour as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this great experience.
  • If, there is no longer availability for your Tour Date, you can search for other similar Excursions.
  • If you are interested in doing this route and want to book, or would like more information, please contact us: Cell phone: +51 984525 006 / WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047 or write to: info@incredibleperutours.com

PRICES-2023/2024

We are committed to providing you with Safety and the Best Service at the Best Price, which is why throughout 2024 we are keeping all of our 2023 rates.
We have 2 CLASSES OF SERVICES for the TOUR TO THE WAQRA PUCARA FORTRESS – 1 DAY:

1. GROUP SERVICE:

Traveling with other people in the same group (Maximum of 19 travelers).

By person:$40 for each person

2. PRIVATE SERVICE :

Traveling only with your friends and/or family, according to the number of people that make up the group.

From 2 to 3 people:$140 for person
From 4 to 5 people:$120 for person
From 6 to 7 people:$100 for person
From 8 to 10 people:$80 for person
From 10 to more people:$60 for person

OPTIONAL SERVICES

If you want, for an additional cost you have the option of adding to this tour, up to one day before the trip, some extra services such as:

  • A Pair of Walking Poles for the route (Can be rented at our Head Office,  USD$5.00 per day).
  • Pick up from Cusco City Airport and transfer to your hotel, for USD$5.00
  • Pick up from the Hotel and transfer to the Airport for USD$5.00

TO CONSIDER:

  • Prices are shown in American dollars (USD$)
  • Our passion is group travel, so if you are coming with friends or family, please get in touch to offer you our promotions.
  • Our company also has promotions and discounts for student groups. Please contact us to receive our offers.
  • For your peace of mind and comfort, our tours do not have any hidden charges or expenses.
  • If you are interested in doing this route and would like to reserve, or want more information, please contact us:
  • Cell: +51 984 525 006
  • WhatsApp: +51 984 683 047
  • Email: info@incredibleperutours.com
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