Excursion to Waqrapukara with Coca Ceremony || Private Service ||

Excursion to Waqrapukara with Coca Ceremony || Private Service ||

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About This Tour in Cusco

Tour to Waqrapukara: If you are tired of traditional tours happening in Cusco, experience this full-day excursion to an imperial attraction known as Waqrapukara; Waqra means horn and Pukara is equivalent to watch-tower in the Quechua language, then this was a horn-shaped Militar watch-tower built back in the Inca period, it’s located on top of top of a steep mountain at 4,300 m a.s.l. We will pick you up early in the morning at about 4:30 am in your hotel and drive for around 3 hours to the southeast of Cusco, we will arrive at a small village known as Chuquicahuana where we will have some local breakfast. Afterward, we will ride towards a small village known as Rinconada, and from this place, we will start our adventure on foot. We will walk uphill for around 2.5 hours to reach Waqrapukara archaeological site, where you will have a mind-blowing experience.

Why Visit Cusco?

Cusco, Peru offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Cusco provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Cusco

You can reach Cusco, Peru by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • tour guide
  • oxygen assistence
  • Lunch
  • walk sticks
  • Breakfast
  • pick up from your hotel

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

To begin the tour to Waqrapukara, we

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 20 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

To begin the tour to Waqrapukara, we will pick you up from your hotel at 4:00 a 13 hours

To begin the tour to Waqrapukara, we will pick you up from your hotel at 4:00 a.m. and head south to admire the Pomacanchi Lagoon. Continuing the tour, we will arrive at Sangarara, where we will have breakfast and then continue to the community of Rinconada, where we will begin the hike to Waqrapukara. On this hike, we will observe a wide variety of flora and fauna typical of the area until we reach the archaeological site of Waqrapukara. Upon arrival, we will participate in a coca leaf ritual led by our guide. We will also visit the following sites: Intipunku (Sun Gate), the main square, towers, terraces, the Wiracocha site, and cave paintings. After visiting Waqrapukara, we will begin the return trip to Sangarara, where we will have lunch and board our transportation back to Cusco.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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