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Waqrapukara Tour in Cusco 1 Day

Waqrapukara Tour in Cusco 1 Day

15 hours | Price from $ 37 USD per person

15 hours

12 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.

Explore a Hidden Treasure in the Andes

This ancient Inca complex invites you to walk through its strategically located ruins, revealing the architectural and military genius of one of the most advanced civilizations in history. During the tour, you will walk along ancestral trails that were part of the Qhapaq Ñan, the Inca road network, connecting temples, fortresses and communities in an impressive system.

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 a.m.

Experience Highlights

Tour Route

Hotel pickup

04:00 hrs

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.

Mountain range landscapes, snack stop

Parking area and start of hike

08:30 hrs approx.

Guide instructions, 2 km hike along Inca trails

Waqrapukara archaeological site (4,100m)

10:00 hrs approx.

Guide explanation, enjoy the beauty of the site

Box lunch with view of the Apurimac Canyon

12:00 hrs approx.

Lunch at the parking area

Return to Cusco

18:00 hrs approx.

Arrival in Cusco

What Is Included?

Included

  • Pickup from your hotel
  • Entrance tickets to the Waqrapukara archaeological site
  • Tourist transport
  • Certified bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
  • 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$37

per person

Total Package

Best value

All inclusive

Desde US$43

per person

Private Service

Accessible Plan

Minimum 2 people

Without entrance tickets

from US$165

for 2 people

Total Package

Minimum 2 people

All inclusive

from US$165

for 2 people

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Prices are in US dollars (USD). Prices may vary by season and availability.

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Accessible Plan

$ 37 USD

per person

Without entrance tickets
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Total Package

$ 43 USD

per person

All inclusive
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Duration
15 hours
Departure
04:00 hrs
Group
Up to 12 pax
Altitude
4,200m
Difficulty
challenging
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