HUCHUY QOSQO TREK TO MACHU PICCHU 2 Days / 1 Night

DAY 1: CUSCO – PATABAMBA – HUCHUY QOSQO – LAMAY – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS

CALIENTES

Hotel Pick-Up in Cusco

Your professional Llama Path guide will pick you up early from your hotel in Cusco (5:00 am) and
transfer you to the high Andean community of Patabamba, the starting point of your trek.

 Starting altitude: 3,850 m / 12,631 ft
 Highest point: 4,200 m / 13,780 ft
 Finishing altitude (Lamay): 2,900 m / 9,514 ft
Trek Information
 Distance: 13 km / 8 miles
 Trek duration: approximately 5–6 hours
 Difficulty level: Moderate
 What You Will Experience

During this incredible hike, you will enjoy:

 Authentic Andean communities preserving ancient traditions
 Panoramic views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas
 Dramatic mountain landscapes and high-altitude scenery

 Native Andean flora and fauna
 Ancient Inca trails and agricultural terraces
 Traditional irrigation channels built by the Incas
 The fascinating archaeological site of Huchuy Qosqo
 Huchuy Qosqo Archaeological Site

Huchuy Qosqo, meaning “Little Cusco,” is an important Inca administrative and agricultural center
strategically located above the Sacred Valley.
Your expert guide will lead a full guided visit explaining its history, architecture, engineering, and
significance within the Inca civilization.

Lunch During the Trek

This tour includes a boxed lunch for the trekking day, prepared by Llama Path.

Each box lunch includes:

 1 boxed meal per person (approx. 2 kg total weight)
 1 liter of water per person
 Seasonal fresh fruit

We recommend carrying a comfortable daypack for your belongings and lunch.

Descent to Lamay

After visiting Huchuy Qosqo, you will begin a scenic descent along an ancient Inca trail down to the
village of Lamay, enjoying changing landscapes and valley views. Upon arrival, your private
transport will take you to Ollantaytambo.

Dinner in Ollantaytambo : Before boarding the train, you will enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Ollantaytambo, included in your tour.

Train to Aguas Calientes : In the evening, you will board the scenic train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).

Upon arrival, our team will assist you with your hotel transfer.

Overnight accommodation: Comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU – GUIDED VISIT – RETURN TO CUSCO

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with an early breakfast at your hotel in Aguas Calientes. Your guide will provide final instructions before your visit to Machu Picchu.

Bus to Machu Picchu Citadel : You will take the shuttle bus (approximately 25 minutes) from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu. The route offers spectacular views of the cloud forest and the Urubamba River valley.

Guided Tour of Machu Picchu (IMPORTANT: CIRCUIT SYSTEM)

Upon arrival, you will begin a professional guided tour with your Llama Path expert guide.

Important Information : The guided visit inside Machu Picchu is conducted according to the official circuit assigned by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture at the time of ticket issuance.

Circuits are subject to availability and regulations and may vary depending on the season and entry schedule.

Your entrance ticket will be assigned to one of the available official circuits at the time of your reservation, ensuring compliance with Machu Picchu regulations while still allowing you to experience the most important highlights of the citadel.

Possible Highlights (Depending on Assigned Circuit)

 Agricultural terraces with panoramic views
 The Sacred Plaza
 The Temple of the Sun (subject to availability)
 The Sacred Rock
 Water fountains and ceremonial channels
 Residential and urban sectors of the Inca city
 Strategic viewpoints for photography

Your guide will provide a detailed explanation of the history, engineering, spirituality, and cultural significance of Machu Picchu, bringing the Inca civilization to life.

This system ensures a regulated, sustainable, and high-quality visitor experience while preserving this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Return to Aguas Calientes : Take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time before your return journey.

Train & Return to Cusco : In the afternoon, board your return train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival, our private transport will transfer you back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel.