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Private Excursion to Waqrapukara Archaeological Site from Cusco
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At a glance
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Price from
- $120 / person
- Location
- Cusco, Peru
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Amaru Explorer Peru
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 3:00 AM–7:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 2–69)
- $120
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Waqrapukara
- For the start of the Waqrapukara tour, we will pick up at the hotel at 04:00 a.m. and head south during this trip to appreciate the Pomacanchi lagoon. - Continuing with the tour we will arrive at Sangarara where we will have a breakfast, and then continue to the Rinconada community where the walk to Waqrapukara will begin. - On this hike we can see a lot of flora, typical fauna of the area until to arrive to the archaeological site of Waqrapukara where we will visit the following places: Intipunku (door of the sun), main square, towers, terraces, Wiracocha enclosure and cave paintings. - After the visit to Waqrapukara we will begin with the return to Sangarara where we will have a lunch and the mobility for our return to Cusco.
What's included
Included
tour guide
Lunch
oxygen assistence
walk sticks
pick up from your hotel
Private transportation
Breakfast
Not included
No exclusions added
Pickup Locations & Times
pick up from Hotels or airbnb. The guide will contact you via WhatsApp, so it is necessary that you provide us with a number to contact us with your country code.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Excursion to Waqrapukara Archaeological Site from Cusco lasts about 13 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 3:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. pick up from Hotels or airbnb. The guide will contact you via WhatsApp, so it is necessary that you provide us with a number to contact us with your country code. Pickup points include Hotel El Alamo Ejecutivo & Spa, Hotel Wanakawri.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Amaru Explorer Peru.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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