Enjoy a great adventure: Hike to the Inca Sun Gate

Peru



Hike to Inti Punku, the Sun Gate, on a guided tour from Cusco. Enjoy views of the Urubamba River, explore Inca quarries, and savor a breakfast and box lunch.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Andes on a guided hike to Inti Punku
  • Enjoy stunning views of the Urubamba River and the Veronica Mountain
  • Explore the ancient Inca quarries and learn about their history
  • Savor a delicious breakfast in Pachar and a box lunch at Inti Punku
  • Celebrate your hike with a craft beer tasting at a local brewery.

Description

Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Head to the Sacred Valley, stopping in the community of Pachar for breakfast, just a few kilometers from Ollantaytambo. Continue to Ollantaytambo, where you’ll start your hike. Follow the trail through ancient Inca quarries, once used to build the town’s monumental structures. Along the way, see pre-Inca chullpas (funerary towers) and enjoy panoramic views of the valley. After about 3 hours of ascent, reach Inti Punku, located at 3,900 meters above sea level. From this sacred portal, take in a privileged view of the snow-capped Veronica Mountain and the surrounding Andes. Rest, take photos, and enjoy your box lunch surrounded by nature. On the way back, descend to Pachar, where you can relax and celebrate the hike with a craft beer tasting at one of the region’s best breweries. Finally, return to Cusco in private transport, arriving in the afternoon.

Includes

Private transportation English-speaking private guide American breakfast Box lunch Hiking poles First aid kit and oxygen.

Important Information

  • The tour starts early in the morning between 04:00 – 04:30 am. The hike involves ascending to 3,900 m above sea level. Participants should be in good physical condition.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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