Full Day Tour in Quelccaya with Guide

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1. Our adventure begins with an early pickup from your accommodation at 3:00 AM. We will travel for approximately 5 hours from Cusco, crossing the breathtaking landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. Along the route, you will admire traditional Andean villages, rivers, valleys, and snow-capped mountains while preparing for an unforgettable day surrounded by nature. Upon arrival in the remote community of Phinaya, we will enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast to recharge our energy and acclimatize to the high altitude. After breakfast, we will continue by vehicle for approximately 1 additional hour toward the access point of Quelccaya Glacier, recognized as the largest tropical glacier in the world.

   5 h

2. Once we reach the end of the road, we will begin a scenic 1-hour hike toward the glacier. Along the trail, you will observe crystal-clear lagoons, streams, wild vicuñas, and spectacular views of the majestic Vilcanota Mountain Range. Your professional guide will explain the geological formation of the glacier, local history, and the effects of climate change on this unique ecosystem. After exploring the glacier and surrounding landscapes, we will return to Phinaya, where a delicious traditional Andean lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients awaits us. Following lunch and a short rest, we will begin our journey back to Cusco. During the return trip, we will make a special stop at Sibinacocha Lake, one of the largest and most beautiful high-altitude lakes in Peru, renowned for its turquoise waters and stunning mountain scenery.

   Passage devant

3. We will arrive back in Cusco at approximately 9:00 PM, concluding an extraordinary adventure through one of the most remote and impressive regions of the Peruvian Andes.

   5 h

Annulation

Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 heures avant le début de l’expérience, avec remboursement intégral.

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How it compares in Cusco

• Its from-price is 56% below the median of the 4460 experiences we list in Cusco.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 2914 of 4460.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cusco

Cuzco, ancienne capitale inca dans les Andes péruviennes, allie murs de pierre massifs et églises coloniales ; porte d'entrée du Machu Picchu.

La Plaza de Armas est le cœur de la ville, encadrée par la cathédrale et l'église jésuite de la Compañía. La maçonnerie inca subsiste dans tout le centre, le plus célèbre étant le Qorikancha, le temple du Soleil sur lequel les Espagnols ont bâti un monastère, et la pierre à douze angles de la rue Hatun Rumiyoc. San Blas, le quartier des artisans, grimpe en pente raide avec ses ateliers et ses cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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