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From Cusco: Full-Day Inca Quarry Trail Hike to Cachicata

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Hike to Cachicata on the Inca Quarry Trail and walk in the steps of the pre-Inca and Inca civilizations to build various complexes. Overlook Ollantaytambo, and enjoy a packed lunch while there.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a scenic hike to Cachicata accompanied by a professional guide
  • Visit the Inca Bridge in Ollantaytambo
  • Enjoy views of the Urubamba River, the Ollantaytambo archaeological site
  • Marvel at the breathtaking views of Nevado Veronica from the Sun Gate

Description

Hike the Inca quarry trail accompanied by a professional guide. Start your outdoor adventure with a transfer from your hotel in Cusco to the Inca Bridge in Ollantaytambo. Join your guide as you set out from the trail head begin your climb. As you continue your Peruvian trek, head towards the Cacchicata Quarry where the Inca mined and shaped the massive stones to build the vast settlement of Ollantaytambo. See the boulders that still remain in the quarry, known simply as the tired stones, and enjoy a packed lunch while there. Extend your hike with an optional detour to visit the Inca ruins known as Inti Punku or Sun Gate, and admire the spectacular views from this structure located at the top of a hill overlooking Ollantaytambo.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish) Box Lunch First aid kit and oxygen Emergency horse

Important Information

  • Pickup is available from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center Good physical condition is required to complete the tour. Duration: 6-7 hours hiking approximately | Maximum altitude: Cachicata 10531 feet / 3209 m.a.s.l Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator. Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

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