Waqra Pukara full day tour

Do you have free days in Cusco and feel like you’ve seen it all?

Visit the impressive Inca archaeological complex of Waqrapukara, surrounded by stunning views over the Apurimac Canyon.

This enigmatic fortress is located on top of a steep mountain and features eight Inca terraces with retaining walls and stone stairways.

The hike to Waqrapukara is a new and alternative day trip in the Cusco area.

and is ideal for those who love to hike and are looking for adventure.

We recommend doing this tour if you would like to practice for the Inca trail or Salkantay trek.

Getting there involves a 3½-hour drive from Cusco, and then a 2-hour trek.

The hike to Waqrapukara is a new alternative to do something different around the Cusco area.

This tour is ideal for those who love to hike and like adventure.

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at around 4:30 am.

If your hotel is not located in the historic centre of Cusco, you can meet us at the Plaza de Armas and we can pick you up from there.

After getting all the group together, we will depart Cusco at around 5:00 am and will head to our first stop, the town of Sangarará. This is the start of our 2 hour walk to the archaeological complex of Waqrapukara. Here, you will have free time to explore this beautiful site and take pictures. During our hike we will be able to see amazing viewpoints and breath-taking landscapes. After exploring the wonders of Waqrapukara at length, we will make our way back to Cusco. We will hike until we reach our private transportation. We will arrive back in Cusco at around 6:00 pm.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness