Huchuyqosqo to Machupicchu 3d/2n

Introduction

Huchuyqosqo is an awesome Pre-Spanish monument, located in the top of the Mountain Chain, from a league to the south of Calca, in the department of Cusco. Wiracocha, the eighth inca, was the one who choose Huchuyqosqo as its place to live. He ordered to build palaces, temples because he felt old and tired. He wished he leaved the government, to quit the work in Cusco and search for some peace and tranquillity in other place so he left Cusco.
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Day 1: Cusco / Chincheros / Huchuyqosqo

Early morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and we will pass through Cachimayo.  In Chinchero, we will visit a typical market and an archeological site, before continuing our journey to Tauqaq, a village located on the edge of Piuray Lagoon, where the group will begin the trek. After a short briefing about the route, we will walk until Tauqaq Pass , where we will see a mountain range to the south with the snowy peaks of Ausangate, Veronica, Pitusiray and Sahuasiray. Then we'll descend to our campsite, located just before Huchuyqosqo

1. Meals provided: Lunch , dinner
2. Estimated walking time: 5 hours

Day 2: Huchuyqosqo / Lamay / Ollantaytambo / Machupicchu

After breakfast we will visit Huchuyqosqo, an imposing architectural complex that includes a large open ceremonial center. We will enjoy a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley, the Vilcanota River, and the snow capped mountain range of the same name. After a guided tour, we will continue our way to Lamay at 3000 meters elevation. We will take the bus to Ollantaytambo, where we will take the train to Aguas Calientes and a nice hotel.

1. Meals provided: Breakfast ,lunch and dinner
2. Estimated walking time: 4-5 hours

Day 3: Aguas Calientes  / Machu picchu /  Cusco

Early in the morning the group will take the first bus to Machu Picchu, arriving there after 25 minutes.  The group will have a guided tour for approximately 2 hours and then free time to enjoy the citadel.

1. Meals provided: Breakfast  
2. Estimated walking time: 3 hours

*The places where we’ll set up our camp sites can change depending on the guide.
* Departure and arrival times are approximated.

Group Size: 2 - 16 people

What is included:

• Transportation to and from: Cusco – Chincheros - Cusco
• Backpacker train service: Aguas Calientes-Cusco
• Train ticket: Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
• Entrance ticket: Machu Picchu
• Bus ticket: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
• Hotel: Accommodation in Aguas Calientes (2nd day)
• Guide: Professional English and Spanish speaking guide; 2 guides for groups over 12 people
• Horses: Carry tents and cooking equipment,  sleeping pad Horsemen: in charge of the horses
• Emergency Horse: Just in case someone needs help
• Cook: In charge of meal preparation
• Meals: 2 Breakfasts/2 Lunches/2 Dinners/ Snacks and afternoon tea
• Equipment: tents (2 people in each, 3-person-capacity), Therm-a-rest sleeping pad, dinner tent, special biodegradable bathroom tent, kitchen tent, tables and chairs, table settings, first aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle.

What is not included:

•  Breakfast the 1st day, usually hotels offer this service
• Sleeping bag
• Lunch day 3
•  Tips for the guide, cook and porters

Extras:

• US$5 Sleeping bag rental(-10°C) for the whole trek
• US$10 Single tent accommodation
•  Extra night in Aguas Calientes: US$ 25.00 single accommodation (per night)
•  Extra night in Aguas Calientes: US$ 40.00 double accommodation (per night)

What you need to bring/carry: 

• Personal Sleeping Bag
• Flashlight
• Hat
• Sun block, sunglasses
• Warm clothes, Light clothes, 4 pairs of socks
• Insect repellent
• Chocolates, candies or other snacks
• Camera + Film/Video camera (optional)
• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for a few dollars)
• Water bottle and purification tablets (Micropur are recommended and can be bought in local pharmacies in Cusco)
• Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
• Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
• You also need to bring your original passport on the trail.

* Digital copy of International Student Identity Card (I.S.I.C.) required.