Ancascocha Trail to Machu Picchu: A Less-Touristed Route for True Nature Lovers
Embark on the Ancascocha Trail to Machu Picchu, a less-touristed route that offers solitude, stunning mountain scenery, and encounters with local herders. Experience the beauty of Andean high valleys, snow-covered peaks, and ancient Inca trails.
Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 3 days learn more
Highlights

CUSCO – SOCMA VILLAGE – PEROLNIYOC INCAN RUINS – CHANCACHUCO

Perolniyoq Waterfall - We head out to Soqma Village, early in the morning, which is the trailhead to start our hiking. We’ll start hiking up following a small valley to Perolniyoq a small Incan site perched a top the mountain, but previously we’ll see a nice waterfall, you’ll have an explanation about the history of this site by our Tour Guide. After the lunch, we’ll continue hiking up for about 2 hours to reach the first pass Called Kuichicasa, at this point we’ll have stunning vistas of the Urubamba range where some snowcapped mountains are located, and the Sacred Valley of the Incas below us.

What's Included
  • Outdoor toilet tent.
  • Sleeping pad
  • Dining tent with table and chairs, and a kitchen tent, manned by a professional cooking staff.
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Private transport from your hotel to the start of the trail.
  • Horses and muleteers to carry the equipment and 15lbs of the hikers
  • Transport from the train station to Cusco.
  • Meals: Breakfast (5), lunch (4), dinner (4), with option for vegetarians, gluten free, lactose free.
  • First-Aid Kits, Oxygen tank.
  • Emergency horse, that will be staying with us during the hike to upload our personal day gears or ride
  • Camping tent
  • Professional english speaker tour guide
  • Expert mountain cook
What's Not Included
  • Sleeping bags, you might get them rented from us US$ 20
  • Hiking poles,you might get them rented from us US$15
  • Last lunch on 5th day.
  • Extra expenditure during the trek, such as: soda, alcoholic drinks, extra snacks, tickets for the hot springs in Machu Picchu town (Aguas Calientes)
  • Huaynapicchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for the staff ( voluntary of course)
Additional Information

The Ancascocha Alternative hike is undeniably one of the less frequented routes around Cusco, offering both solitude and some interaction with native inhabitants, particularly herdsmen. This journey is particularly tailored for those who have a deep appreciation for nature, elevated Andean locations, and stunning mountain landscapes. This trek is only provided by a few organizations, offering the chance to experience unspoilt scenery. The Ancascocha alternative path unveils stunning Andean high valleys, snow-capped peaks like Salkantay, Humantay, Huayanay among others, and vibrant lakes such as Salkantay and Ancashqocha. This venture allows us to witness original Inca pathways into the mountains that have been preserved over the centuries.

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 4 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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