Waqra Pukara Excursion
From: $45.00
Waqra Pukara Excursion
From: $45.00
Waqra Pukara Excursion
The Waqra Pukara excursion begins with a trip from Cusco to Acomayo, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast. From there, we continue to Pomacanchi Lagoon, and from this point, we embark on a 3-hour hike to the Waqra Pukara fortress. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to admire stunning mountainous landscapes and rock formations. Upon arrival, we explore the archaeological site with an expert guide. Afterward, we return to Pitumarca for lunch before heading back to Cusco in the afternoon.
Places You Will Visit on This Tour:
- Pomacanchi Lagoon
- Waqra Pukara Fortress
- Pitumarca Village
This tour includes:
✅ Shared transportation
✅ Bilingual guide
✅ First aid kit
✅ Oxygen
✅ Meals: breakfast and lunch
✅ Drop-off in Cusco city center
Services Not Included:
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Entrance fee to Waqra Pukara (S/15.00)
❌ Tips (optional)
❌ Beverages
Schedule:
- Start: 04:00 a.m.
- End: 05:00 p.m. (approx.)
Detailed Itinerary: Waqra Pukara Excursion
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04:30 a.m. – Hotel Pick-up
The transport will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to begin the journey.
06:00 a.m. – Breakfast in Acomayo (Pitumarca)
We will arrive in the district of Acomayo (Pitumarca), where we’ll enjoy a delicious Andean breakfast.
07:00 a.m. – Continue the Journey to Pomacanchi Lagoon
After breakfast, we head to the majestic Pomacanchi Lagoon. Here, you can enjoy panoramic views of the lagoon, surrounded by meadows and farmland.
08:00 a.m. – Arrival at the Start of the Hike
We continue our journey to the starting point of the hike to Waqra Pukara. The hike lasts approximately 3 hours.
08:15 a.m. – Begin the Hike
We begin the hike, enjoying the local flora and fauna, as well as the stunning views of the mountains and rocky formations.
11:15 a.m. – Arrival at Waqra Pukara
We arrive at the Waqra Pukara fortress, where we’ll take a short break.
11:30 a.m. – Guided Tour of Waqra Pukara Archaeological Site
We will explore the archaeological site with our guide, who will explain the history and significance of this impressive place.
12:30 p.m. – Free Time for Exploration and Photography
You’ll have some free time to explore the site, take photos, and enjoy the surrounding landscape.
01:00 p.m. – Return to Pitumarca
We return to the village of Pitumarca by transport.
01:30 p.m. – Lunch in Pitumarca
We will enjoy a traditional lunch in Pitumarca to replenish our energy.
02:30 p.m. – Return to Cusco
After lunch, we board the transport to head back to Cusco.
05:00 p.m. – Arrival in Cusco
We conclude the tour with an estimated arrival time in Cusco around 5:00 p.m.
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