ANDEAN TREKS
ANDEAN TREKS
Cachicata
Trek
4 day tour

This Andean trek takes us through beautiful scenery of the Sacred Valley with Inca sites and snow capped mountains. Highest point: 4450 m
Salkantay
Trek
4 day tour

This trek takes you over a high pass (4570 m) close to the impressive Salkantay mountain and then down through cloud forest to Aguas Calientes. On day 4 you visit Machu Picchu.
Yanacocha
Trek
2 day tour

A beautiful trek with old polylepis forest and great views. You visit an andean lake with views of the Sacred Valley of the Inkas.
CACHICATA TREK – 4 DAYS
CACHICATA TREK – 4 DAYS
Cachicata Trek with Machu Picchu
4 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This Andean trek takes us through beautiful scenery of the Sacred Valley with Inca sites and snow capped mountains. Highest point: 4450 m
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Program
Hiking distance: approx. 13 km
Hiking distance: approx. 11 km
We meet our guide early to walk up (aprox. 1 hour 15 min.) or take the bus (not included) up to Machu Picchu (2400 m); the site opens at 6 am. We start with our guided tour of the archeological complex (2 – 2.5 h). Afterwards we have free time to explore on our own and enjoy the views, or maybe climb Wayna Picchu. In the afternoon we return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to the Sacred Valley or Cusco, transfer to your hotel.
Note: This itinerary is variable and may be modified according to the progress of the group, weather conditions etc.
Included
- private transport: Cusco – Soqma
- English speaking, professional guide for the trek and Machu Picchu
- all meals (till lunch of day 3), boiled water for drinking (vegetarian meals on request)
- cook and cooking equipment
- camping equipment (quality double tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs)
- horses to carry food, cooking & camping equipment + 5 kg of personal luggage p.p.
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- entrance fee to Machu Picchu
- First Aid Kit
- one night in hostal in Aguas Calientes (dwb) including breakfast
- tourist train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back
- transfer from train station to Cusco
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- hiking poles (optional)
- drinking water (partially, especially on day 4)
- entrance fee to Wayna Picchu (18 US$ p.p., limited spaces)
- dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes
- extra horse for personal luggage
LARES TREK – 4 DAYS
LARES TREK – 4 DAYS
Lares Trek & Machu Picchu
4 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek is a very scenic and diverse Andean Trek. You pass through natural forest and by andean lakes and also climb two passes with spectacular mountain views. We visit machu picchu on day 4. Highest point 4600 m.
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Program
We pick you up at 5:30 am to take you to the starting point of the trek in Huaran (3000 m) in the Sacred Valley; this is 1.5 hours by private minibus. While we have a small breakfast the horsemen pack the horses and we start to walk northward. The trail climbs gently following the Cancha Cancha river towards the community of the same name. This walk through the valley is very impressive, we see cultivated fields and pass through old Polylepis forests; this type of vegetation is very interesting for bird life like Hummingbirds, Flycatchers and Tit tyrants. After about 5 hours we reach Cancha Cancha village, with its typical stone houses. We set up our camp at the village or a little bit further up, at about 3850 m.
We meet our guide early to walk up or take the bus (not included) up to Machu Picchu; the site opens at 6 am. We start with our guided tour of the archeological complex (2 – 2,5 h). Afterwards we have free time to explore on our own and enjoy the views, or maybe climb Wayna Picchu. In the afternoon we return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to the Sacred Valley or Cusco, transfer to your hotel.
Note: This itinerary is variable and may be modified according to the progress of the group, weather conditions etc.
Included
- private transport: Cusco – Huaran, Lares – Ollantaytambo
- English speaking, professional guide for the trek and Machu Picchu
- all meals (till lunch of day 3), boiled water for drinking (vegetarian meals on request)
- cook and cooking equipment
- camping equipment (quality double tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs)
- horses to carry food, cooking & camping equipment + 5 kg of personal luggage p. p.
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- entrance fee to Machu Picchu
- First Aid Kit
- one night in hostal in Aguas Calientes (dwb) including breakfast
- tourist train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back
- transfer from train station to Cusco
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- hiking poles (optional)
- extra drinking water (especially on day 4)
- entrance fee to Wayna Picchu (18 US$ p.p., limited spaces)
- dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes
- extra horse for personal luggage
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 4 DAYS
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 4 DAYS
Trek to Choquequirao ruins
4 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek takes you to one of the last retreats of the Incas: Choquequirao (3033 m), it’s an archaeological complex where investigation is still in progress. It is situated close to the holy Salcantay mountain (6271 m) and above the impressive Rio Apurimac Canyon. You hike through spectacular andean scenery and see flora and fauna of the cloud forest. Highest point: 3033 m.
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Program
4:30 am pick up from your hotel and travel to Cachora (3100 m, aprox. 4 hours by private van). While we are having breakfast the crew packs the horses for the trek. On this day we walk 22 km, first going down, then a little uphill, passing Abra Capuliyoc, from where we have a great view of the Apurimac Canyon. Then we have a flat part near Coca Masana (2250 m) to finally descend to playa Rosalina on the banks of the Apurimac River, the main tributary of the Amazon River. Campsite at 1550 m.
In some occasions we may spend the first night in Chiquisca (1900 m).
In the morning, after breakfast, we have another opportunity to see the ruins. Our guide can also take us to the terraces with llamas made of stones. We then start our way back down towards Santa Rosa, where we have lunch, and then further on to Playa Rosalina. If the river situation is appropriate we can enjoy a refreshing bath in the turbulent waters of the Apurimac River. Alternatively we can camp in Chiquisca a little bit further.
Included
- private minibus transport Cusco – Cachora – Cusco
- English speaking, professional guide
- double-tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs
- cook and cooking equipment & all meals during the trek, drinking water
- horsemen and horses (to carry tents, food & cooking equipment & 5 kg luggage p.p.)
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- entrance to Choquekirao archaeological site
- First Aid Kit
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office)
- hiking poles (optional)
- extra drinking water (or purifying tablets, if you need very much water)
- extra horse for personal luggage
SALKANTAY TREK – 4 DAYS
SALKANTAY TREK – 4 DAYS
Salkantay – Machu Picchu Trek
4 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek takes you over a high pass (4570 m) close to the impressive Salkantay mountain and then down through cloud forest to Aguas Calientes. On day 4 you visit Machu Picchu.
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Program
We pick you up at 4:30 am at your hotel and travel by private minibus to the village of Mollepata (arrival around 7 am). From here we continue uphill to Soraypampa (3850 m), at the end of the road, where we meet the horses and horsemen. While we have breakfast the staff packs the horses and we start walking uphill towards the pass at 4600 m. Here we have beautiful views of the snow capped Salkantay Mountain (6240 m). Then we descend on the other side of the pass and in the afternoon we camp at Chaullay (3000 m) or at another camp a little bit further down. We have a teatime snack and eat dinner later.
Note: This itinerary is variable and may be modified according to the progress of the group, weather conditions etc.
Included
- Pickup at your hotel
- private transport to Soraypampa
- English speaking, professional Guide for the trek and Machu Picchu
- cook, cooking equipment & all meals (till lunch of day 3), snacks, drinking water
- one night in hostal in Aguas Calientes (dwb) including breakfast
- entrance fee to Machu Picchu
- train ticket “expedition” from Aguas Calientes to Poroy or Ollantaytambo & transfer to Cusco
- First Aid Kit
- horses to carry food & camping equipment & 5kg of personal luggage p.p.
- emergency horse
- camping equipment (quality double tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs)
Not included
- sleeping bag, hiking poles (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes
- extra horse for personal luggage
- entrance fee to Wayna Picchu (18 US$ p.p., limited spaces)
- drinking water (partially, especially on day 4)
LARES TREK – 3 DAYS
LARES TREK – 3 DAYS
Lares Trek & Machu Picchu
3 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This is a shorter trek through typical Andean landscape, passing by glacial lakes and snow capped mountains. Highest point: 4600 m
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Program
At 4:30 am we pick you up to travel 3.5 hours to the starting point of the trek, Quishuarani village at 3750 m. After breakfast we start our trek, walking through Andean landscapes with lakes and up towards the Pachacutec Pass at 4700 m. The view from here is overwhelming: we have the Pitusiray and Sahuasiray snowcapped mountains right in front of us. Descending into the valley we pass by several glacial lakes. We can see herds of alpacas, llamas and sheep, it is also possible to see Gray Brocket Deer, Viscachas, Andean Goose, or with some luck the rare Giant Coot, Puna Hawks and the impressive Andean Condor. This night we camp at 3850 m, near Cancha Cancha village with typical stone houses.
We meet our guide early to walk up or take the bus up to Machu Picchu; the site opens at 6 am. Once inside we start with our guided tour of the archeological complex (2 – 2.5 h). Afterwards we have free time to explore on our own and enjoy the views, or maybe climb Wayna Picchu. In the afternoon we return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to the Sacred Valley or Cusco, transfer to your hotel.
Note: This itinerary is variable and may be modified according to the progress of the group, weather conditions etc.
Included
- private transport: Cusco – Quishuarani & Huaran – Ollantaytambo
- English speaking, professional Guide for the trek and Machu Picchu
- all meals (till lunch of day 2), boiled water for drinking during the trek (vegetarian meals on request)
- cook and cooking equipment
- camping equipment (quality double tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs)
- horses to carry food, cooking & camping equipment and 5 kg of personal luggage per person
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- entrance fee to Machu Picchu
- First Aid Kit
- one night in a hostal in Aguas Calientes (DWB) including breakfast
- tourist train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back, transfer to Cusco
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- hiking poles (optional)
- drinking water (partially, especially on day 4)
- entrance fee to Wayna Picchu (18 US$ p.p., limited spaces)
- dinner and lunch in Aguas Calientes
- extra horse for personal luggage
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 5 DAYS
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 5 DAYS
Trek to Choquequirao ruins
5 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek takes you to one of the last retreats of the Incas: Choquequirao (3.033 m), it’s an archaeological complex where investigation is still in progress. It is situated close to the holy Salcantay mountain (6271 m) and above the impressive Rio Apurimac Canyon. You hike through spectacular andean scenery and see flora and fauna of the cloud forest. This trek gives you a full day to explore the Inca site. Highest point: 3033 m.
Contact us for availability and prices!
Program
4:30 am pick up from your hotel and travel to Cachora (3100 m, aprox. 4 hours by private van). While we are having breakfast the crew packs the horses for the trek. On this day we walk 22 km, first going down, then a little uphill, passing Abra Capuliyoc, from where we have a great view of the Apurimac Canyon. Then we have a flat part near Coca Masana (2250 m) to finally descend to playa Rosalina on the banks of the Apurimac River, the main tributary of the Amazon River. Campsite at 1550 m. In some occasions we may spend the first night in Chiquisca (1900 m).
Included
- private minibus transport Cusco – Cachora – Cusco
- English speaking, professional guide
- double-tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs
- cook and cooking equipment & all meals during the trek, drinking water
- horsemen and horses (to carry tents, food & cooking equipment & 5 kg luggage p.p.)
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- entrance to Choquekirao archaeological site
- First Aid Kit
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office)
- hiking poles (optional)
- extra drinking water (or purifying tablets, if you need very much water)
- extra horse for personal luggage
YANACOCHA TREK – 2 DAYS
YANACOCHA TREK – 2 DAYS
Yanacocha Trek
2 days
Group size: 4 – 8 persons.
A beautiful trek with old polylepis forest and great views. You visit an andean lake above the Sacred Valley of the Inkas.
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Program
We pick you up at your hotel at 6:30 am to drive for about 1 hour to Huayo Kari in the Sacred Valley of the Inkas. Here we meet the horses and horsemen. We start walking uphill towards Yanacocha, which will take us about 4.5 hours. During the hike we may see birds such as hummingbirds and ducks and we walk through typical Polylepis forest and enjoy the view towards the valley. Later we reach the Yanacocha lake and spend the night nearby at 3750 m.
(If we arrive at the lake early, we may continue for another 2.5 hours up to 4000 m at the foot of the Chicon mountain. We can camp nearby and like this we only need to walk downhill the next day, to get back to the Sacred Valley.)
After breakfast we walk another 45 minutes up towards a lookout point. Here we enjoy the great view of the Sacred Valley. After a short break we start our descent to the village of Yucay. On the way we can also see the town of Urubamba. Upon arrival in Yucay we have lunch. Our van is waiting for us to take us back to Cusco or to Ollantaytambo, from where we can take the train to Aguas Calientes. Arrival in the afternoon.
Included
- Private transport Cusco – Huayo Kari – Cusco (or Ollantaytambo)
- professionel english speaking Guide
- horses to carry food and camping equipment as well as max. 5 kg personal luggage
- horse men, emergency horse
- Camping equipment (tents, mats, tables and chairs)
- Cook and all meals during the trek (till lunch of day 2), snacks
- First Aid Kit
Nicht inbegriffen:
• Schlafsack (können Sie bei uns ausleihen)
• extra Trinkwasser
• alkoholische Getränke
If you wish to combine this trek with a visit to Machu Picchu, please contact us for details.
HUCHUY QOSQO TREK – 2 DAYS
HUCHUY QOSQO TREK – 2 DAYS
Huchuy Qosqo Trek
2 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek takes you from Cusco over the Puna highlands and down to the Sacred Valley. It’s a trek with few tourists and with interesting landscape, including the visit to the archaeological site of Huchuy Qosqo.
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Program
After breakfast we continue for about 1.5 hours to Huchuy Qosqo. Leaving Pukumarka we walk through an impressive gorge with wooden bridges. Further down we can already see the terraces of Huchuy Qosqo. Arriving at the site, the guide will explain about the ruins and the inca culture. From here the view over the Sacred Valley is fantastic. After exploring the site we start the descent towards the village of Lamay, which takes about 2 hours. Our van is waiting for us to take us back to Cusco or to Ollantaytambo. In Ollantaytambo we can take an afternoon train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu).
Included
- private transport: Cusco – Sacsayhuaman/ Corao, Lamay – Cusco (or Ollantaytambo)
- English speaking, professional Guide
- entrance fee to Huchuy Qosqo
- all meals (till lunch of day 2), boiled water for drinking
- cook and cooking equipment
- camping equipment (quality double tents and mats, dining tent, tables and chairs)
- horses to carry food, cooking- and camping equipment & 5 kg of personal luggage p. p.
- emergency horse
- First Aid Kit
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- drinking water (partially)
- extra horse for personal luggage
If you wish to combine this trek with a visit to Machu Picchu (day 3), please contact us for details.
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 8 DAYS
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 8 DAYS
Choquequirao to Machu Picchu Trek
8 days
Group size: 2 – 6 persons.
This trek takes you to one of the last retreats of the Incas: Choquekirao (3033 m) and then onwards through Andean scenery, over high passes and through scenic valleys all the way to Aguas Calientes. A little frequented trek with great views but also with strenuous climbs. On day 8 we visit Machu Picchu. Highest point 4668 m.
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Program
Note: This itinerary is variable and may be modified according to the progress of the group, weather conditions etc.
Included
- private transport to Cachora
- English speaking professional guide
- horses to carry food and equipment
- emergency horse (with saddle)
- double tents and mats, tables, chairs
- all meals during the trek, drinking water
- entrance to Choquequirao & Machu Picchu ruins
- 1 night at Hostal in Aguas Calientes including breakfast
- tourist train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo or Poroy
- transfer from train station to hotel
- First Aid Kit
Not included
- sleeping bag (for rent at our office in Cusco)
- hiking poles
- drinking water (partly, especially day 8)
- meals in Aguas Calientes
- entrance to Wayna Picchu (+ 18 US$)
- horse for personal luggage (if more than 5 kg)