Private Full Day Tour To Waqrapukara
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
At the top of a mountain in Cusco, Peru, there is an enigmatic Inca fortress that very few people know about. The place has an overwhelming landscape, where gigantic stone formations stand out and its beauty is one of the most spectacular in the Andean world. Fortress, sanctuary, astronomical observatory? Are the interpretations for this enigmatic monument of classic Inca architecture that rises to 4, 300 meters above sea level, in the abysses of the canyon of the Apurímac river, to the south of the city of Cusco. This enigmatic fortress is built on top of the Waqrapukara mountain and offers us a landscape of mountain ranges that are lost in the horizon, as well as gigantic rock formations that give depth to the Apurimac river valley. The ecological floors that we will travel are Quechua, Suni, and Puna, observing its characteristic flora and fauna.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
What's not
- Tips
Itinerary
This tour start from Cusco at approx. 3:30am from your centrally located hotel.
Waqrapukara is one of Cusco’s hidden beauties at 4300 m (14100 feet) that not many tourists know about. Originally constructed by the Qinchas and later conquered by the Incas, it was declared a national cultural heritage in 2017 and is the Machu Picchu of the pre-Incas. During this easy 1.5 h hike, you will get to enjoy amazing views of the Apurimac canyon and discover a sight that not many tourists get to see! This day tour from Cusco will take you back in time and make you feel like the ancient Incas that once conquered the Andean mountains.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Rainbow Mountain Cusco Agency
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Cusco
- Its from-price is 89% above the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cusco
Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.
The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.
Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.
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