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Waqrapukara Tour in Cusco 1 Day
15 hours | Price from $ 44 USD per person
15 hours
Up to 14
4,200m / 13,780ft
challenging
15 hours
14 pax
challenging
4,200m
Overview
Inca fortress at 4,100 m.a.s.l. with horn-shaped towers. Military architecture, panoramic Andes views and ancestral Qhapaq Ñan trails.
Waqrapukara Tour: Adventure and Mystery in the Cusco Andes
The Waqrapukara Tour takes you to a unique archaeological site in Cusco, located at 4,100 m.a.s.l. Its name comes from Quechua: "waqra" (horn) and "pukara" (fortress), reflecting its imposing structure.
This Inca fortress combines engineering, military strategy and a breathtaking natural setting, offering panoramic views of the Peruvian Andes. Exploring Waqrapukara means delving into the history of an advanced civilization, discovering its architecture and the mysticism that surrounds it.
An Unforgettable Adventure
At Ready to Travel Peru, we take you to discover the majesty of Waqrapukara, where history, mysticism and natural beauty merge into a unique experience.
Duration: 15 hours (1-day tour). Departure time: 04:00 - 04:40 a.m.
Experience Highlights
Tour Route
Hotel pickup
04:00 - 04:40 hrs aprox.
Pick up from your hotel in Cusco
Breakfast in Cusipata
06:00 hrs approx.
Buffet breakfast at a tourist restaurant
Santa Lucia (Pomacanchi)
08:00 hrs approx.
Enjoy the stunning Andean scenery, with a stop to buy snacks and water.
Parking area and start of hike
08:30 hrs approx.
Begin a 2 km hike along ancient Inca trails, following your guide's safety briefing and instructions.
Waqrapukara archaeological site (4,100m)
10:00 hrs approx.
Enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and the local climate while learning from your guide’s explanations.
Box lunch with view of the Apurimac Canyon
12:00 hrs approx.
Lunch at the parking area
Return to Cusco
18:00 - 18:30 hrs approx.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at a central square in Cusco, conveniently located near hotels and main attractions.
What Is Included?
Included
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco
- Tourist transport
- Certified bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Entrance tickets to the Waqrapukara archaeological site
- Buffet breakfast and box lunch
Not Included
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Before You Go
Recommendations
Valid passport or original ID document
Entrance tickets to attractions (provided by your guide)
Trekking shoes or comfortable sneakers, layered clothing for temperature changes
Sun hat, sunscreen and warm clothing for the cold
Rain poncho or waterproof jacket (rainy season November – March)
Water and a light snack for the trek
Camera or phone with sufficient battery
Pricing
2026 Tour Price
Shared Service
Accessible Plan
Without entrance tickets
Desde
US$44
per person
Total Package
Best valueAll inclusive
Desde
US$50
per person
Private Service
Accessible Plan
Minimum 2 people
Without entrance tickets
from
US$220
for 2 people
Total Package
Minimum 2 people
All inclusive
from
US$260
for 2 people
Prices are in US dollars (USD). Prices may vary by season and availability.
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Duration
15 hours Departure
04:00 hrs Group
Up to 14 pax Altitude
4,200m Difficulty
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