All treks Cusco Peru Package: Huchuy Qosqo Trek Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights Type: Culture and trek in the andes Group Size: To suit group requirements Difficulty Hike Moderate Departures Day: - Daily departures are available along the year although due to weather    conditions, the recommended period for this trek is April to October. -  All private service departure dates are adapted to your request.         DESCRIPTION Huchuy Qosqo is an archaeological site located at 3650 m.a.s.l. (11800 fasl). Huchuy Qosqo (wich means Small Cusco) is an interesting set of ruins that are believed to have been abandoned by the time the Spanish arrived in Peru.It was built during the government of Wiracocha who choose it as his residence for militar and political reasons. The settlement comprised two floor buildings, houses for the workers and soldiers, terraces and two big squares. Its estrategical location at the top of Vilcabamba mountains, surrounded by the Apus Sahuasiray and Pitusiray shows the importance of this Inca site. The trek to Huchuy Qosqo lasts 3 days and 2 nights. We’ll get to see the religious acqueducts of Tambomachay, the amazing geological formation of Queser and beautiful scenes in the route that lead to an amazing archaeological site. ITINERARY DAY 1:- CUSCO - VILLAGE OF PUCAMARCA The first day of the hike is easy. We are collected early from our hotel in a private transportation, towards the interesting ruins of Tambomachay (3700 meters). From here we follow the main road it curves sharply up hill to reach a pass of near 4200 meters. The beginning of the trek will be on level terrain, and the landscape will be that of typical Andean valleys rich in corn, potatoes, barley, quinoa and other Andean tubers. Follow it down into valley and through the small community at the bottom. As we descend along the trail you will see a beautifully green valley stretching away. The path we see on its right slope leads to Pisac.  Passing through the village and across a new bridge the trail takes us up over the second pass at around 4300 meters into high open country. On route we will see Lake Qoricocha (Golden Lake in Quechua) We continue along this clear trail. Arriving at the highest point of the trek, at 4350 meters.Finally, we descend towards the Pucamarca community at 4010m / 13153 ft, where we arrive in the late afternoon. Here we dine and camp through the night. DAY 2: VILLAGE OF PUCAMARCA - HUCHUYQOSQO – CUSCO. We leave camp at around 8.00 am, and walk downhill towards the Leon Punku ravine, where we find remains of an Inca bridge and trail. This canyon boasts geological formations surrounded by majestic rocks and boulders that direct the river to Huchuy Qosqo at 3600m/11808ft, where we arrive by mid morning. Huchuy Qosqo is an Inca archaeological complex with imposing architecture that includes a large open ceremonial center, from which we enjoy a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley, the Vilcanota River, and the snow capped mountain range of the same name. While in the complex, we will receive a guided tour until lunchtime, after which we continue our way to Lamay at 3000m/9840ft. Lamay is a town dedicated to agriculture and cattle raising. Later in the afternoon, our private transport drives us back to Cusco. Estimated arrival time in the late evening. Meals: B, L What is included Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to Tambomachay (starting point of the trek) Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks. Our tents are 3-season, highly maintained to ensure an excellent performance in field Entrance ticket: Huchuy Qosqo archaelogical complex English speaking professional guide (2 guides for groups of over 8 people) Porters (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment) Porters to carry personal gear up to a maximum of 6kg per person (including sleeping bag and sleeping pad) Accommodation for all our staff Meals (01B, 02L, 01D + daily morning snack + daily tea service on day 1). Vegetarian menu is available at no extra cost Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle Private transport from Lamay to your hotel in Cusco What is not Included: Sleeping bag rent: US$ 5.00 per day. Our sleeping bags are –8ºC-comfort (0ºF) and mummy form and include a sleeping liner. They are cleaned after every use and have a maximum usage of 30 trips Tips for guide and camp staff. Horses to carry your personal items. Alcoholic drinks. What we recommended that you to bring: Original Passport. Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required) A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco). Sleeping bag for up to –8ºC-comfort (0ºF). Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp A down jacket is especially recommended for this trek since it runs at high altitude and temperatures may easily drop below freezing in the evening and at nights Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions) Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses) Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack. Swimsuit (if you wish take a dip at the hot springs along the route) Cash in soles and/or US$ for souvenirs, drinks and tips (easier in smaller change) Insect repellent -minimum recommended 20% DEET (no malaria has been reported Personal medical kit Walking poles if you think you will want them Options and Rentals: Sleeping bag rent: US$ 5.00 per day. Our sleeping bags are –8ºC-comfort (0ºF) They are cleaned after every use and have a maximum usage of 30 trips. Personal horse and horsemen for riding or carrying extra personal belongings while on the trek. Extra cost is $50 for the trek. Therm-a-rest inflatable sleeping pad rent: US$ 5.00 per day Prices Information: Trek prices are not stated on this website due to forever changing government and park fee prices. Please email us for more information.