Culture & history Day Trips From Deals & Discounts Tours Landmarks & monuments Day trips Outdoor activities Outdoor sports Nature & adventure Viewing points Religious & spiritual activities Hiking National parks UNESCO sites

Hike to Inti Punku, the Sun Gate of Ollantaytambo, on a full-day trek from Cusco. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and the Verónica Glacier, and savor a box lunch on the trail.

Highlights

• Feel the energy of the Andes as you hike to the Sun Gate of Ollantaytambo
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and the Verónica Glacier
• Explore the ancient terraces and snowcapped peaks of the Andes

Description

Start your day with a hotel pickup in Cusco and enjoy a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley toward Ollantaytambo. Along the way, your guide will share stories of the Inca civilization and the sacred mountains that once guided their paths. Before the hike, participate in a traditional Andean ritual led by a local shaman. Through a small offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the Apus (mountain spirits), you’ll ask for protection and harmony on your journey — a moment of deep spiritual connection before entering the ancestral trail. Begin your trek to Inti Punku, known as the Sun Gate of the Incas. As you ascend gradually, marvel at breathtaking views of the Urubamba Valley, ancient terraces, and the towering Verónica Glacier, whose white peaks contrast with the emerald landscapes below. At the top, reach Inti Punku, a ceremonial gateway believed to honor the rising sun and the sacred mountain spirits. Take time to rest, reflect, and capture panoramic photos as your guide shares the myths surrounding this mystical site. Descend along the same trail, discovering new perspectives of the Sacred Valley bathed in afternoon light. Upon returning to Ollantaytambo, enjoy a delicious Andean lunch prepared with local ingredients (vegetarian options available). Finally, relax on your return journey to Cusco, carrying with you the energy of the Apus and the peace of the Andean highlands — a perfect balance of adventure, culture, and spirituality.

Includes

Private transportation English/Spanish-speaking guide Breakfast Boxed lunch Hiking sticks First aid kit and oxygen

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund