Description
Get off the beaten path and discover one of Cusco’s most impressive archaeological sites with our Full-Day Tour to Waqrapukara—an ideal experience for lovers of nature, hiking, and Inca history.
The adventure begins very early with a pickup from your hotel, and we’ll head to Cusipata, where we’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet before continuing our journey to the community of Santa Lucía, the starting point of our hike.
During the tour, you’ll hike along trails surrounded by mountains, vast grasslands, and high-Andean landscapes that offer unforgettable panoramic views. As we continue, the scenery changes to reveal one of the region’s greatest hidden treasures.
When you arrive at Waqrapukara, you’ll be amazed by this impressive Inca fortress built on a massive horn-shaped rock formation—a feature that gave rise to its name, which in Quechua means “Horn-shaped Fortress.”
From its natural lookouts, you can admire the imposing Apurímac River Canyon—one of the deepest in Peru—and enjoy spectacular scenery surrounded by mountains, cliffs, and a tranquility that’s hard to find at other tourist destinations.
During the guided tour, you’ll learn about the history of this important ceremonial and military center, exploring its terraces, plazas, stone enclosures, and ancient paths built by the Incas, while discovering the role it played within the Tahuantinsuyo.
After the tour, we’ll begin our descent toward Santa Lucía to return to Cusipata, where a buffet lunch awaits us before we head back to the city of Cusco.
If you're looking for an authentic experience, away from the crowds and surrounded by breathtaking scenery, Waqrapukara is one of the best destinations for an unforgettable adventure in the Peruvian Andes.
