Overview
TOUR TO WAQRAPUKARA, THE INCA FORTRESS FULL DAY
This magical Waqrapukara Tour is special for adventure lovers, in this incredible walk you will discover one of the new wonders of Cusco, the Waqrapukara Archaeological Center. This incredible Inca fortress from the Inca period, in addition to having a particular and unique shape, is also surrounded by an impressive landscape that will allow you to take incredible photographs.
Waqrapukara is the perfect place to take pictures and take a beautiful walk. The best complement for your trip to Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Come and be part of this adventure in the Peruvian Andes surrounded by lagoons and canyons.
Waqrapukara awaits you!
The tour to the Inca Fortress of Waqrapukara is available in Private Service.
Itinerary
ITINERARY OF THE WAQRAPUKARA TOUR
Tour Start: 04:00 am
CUSCO WAQRAPUKARA
- Early in the morning, at 4:30 a.m., our private transportation will pick you up from your hotel to begin our adventure to Waqrapukara.
- We will take the route to Puno to Chuquicahuana from where by a detour we will go to Sangarará, the land of Tupac Amaru, there we will have our breakfast. Then we will go to the Quenterococha Lagoon, where we will get off our vehicle and prepare for the walk.
WALK TO WAQRAPUKARA
- We will start the fantastic walk to Waqrapukara and cross a beautiful flat road, full of beautiful landscapes. On the route we will have slight descents and ascents and we will find beautiful lagoons. Finally we will go down for approximately 40 minutes until we reach Waqrapukara.
- Our guide will provide valuable information about the place and then we will have enough time to take amazing pictures, explore on our own and rest.
END OF TOUR TO WAQRAPUKARA
- We will start the return by the same way to our vehicle that will take us to the place where we will have our delicious lunch.
- Finally, our vehicle will bring us back to your hotel in Cusco.
Time: 13 hours approximately.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Include
INCLUDED
Professional guide (Spanish and English).
Tourist Transport and Professional Driver.
Tourist Breakfast and Lunch (Vegetarian option).
First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
Handmade Canes.
Entrance Ticket.
NOT INCLUDED
Walking sticks (5.00 USD).
Services not mentioned.
Water and snack.
Tips.
packing list
WHAT DO WE RECOMMEND TO BRING FOR THE WAQRAPUKARA FORTRESS TOUR?
To enjoy the Waqrapukara Fortress Tour, do not forget to bring with you:
- Passport or identity document (valid).
- Small backpack (bottle of water, snacks and more).
- Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional).
- Trekking Shoes or Sneakers.
- Light, warm clothing, gloves, scarf, jacket.
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho if your visit is between the months of October to March.
- Personal medication.
- Sunglasses.
- Sun hat.
- Sunscreen (SPF 35+).
- Lipstick.
- Walking stick.
- Camera and camcorder with extra batteries.
FAQS
HOW LONG DOES THE DAY TRIP TO WAQRAPUKARA LAST?
The Waqrapukara tour has an approximate duration of 14 hours. It begins in the morning with hotel pickup and ends around 6:30 PM in Cusco.
WHAT TYPE OF VEHICLE IS USED FOR THE WAQRAPUKARA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE TOUR?
We use vans as comfortable and safe vehicles suitable for tourist excursions, with a capacity of up to 18 seats, to offer a comfortable experience during the journey. If you prefer a private tour, we offer a wider range of vehicle options that are convenient for you.
HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE IN THE GROUP OR SHARED SERVICE FOR THE WAQRAPUKARA TREK?
The group size for the tour may vary at times and is going to be according to your booking.
WHAT TYPE OF GUIDES ARE INCLUDED IN THE TOUR AND IN WHICH LANGUAGES CAN THE TOUR BE CONDUCTED?
We have professional guides licensed in tourism and experienced in speaking multiple languages, including Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, and other languages as available. Our guides are trained to provide detailed information and enhance your experience during the tour with their local and cultural knowledge.
DOES THE WAQRAPUKARA CUSCO TRIP INCLUDE LUNCH?
Yes, as this is a full-day tour, the lunch is included in the price. It is a buffet lunch so you will have many options to enjoy the Peruvian gastromy. Furthermore, you will have breakfast before starting the hike. It is a buffet lunch so you will have many options to enjoy the Peruvian gastromy.
WHERE CAN I PURCHASE THE ENTRANCE TICKET FOR THE WAQRAPUKARA TOUR?
The entrance ticket is sold at the entrance of the attractive. Make sure to bring cash and your ID or passport if necessary.
WHAT IS THE PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS TOUR?
You can find more information on our Terms and Conditions page.
 WHY BOOK WITH KANTU PERU TOURS?
- Kantu Peru Tours is a Cusco travel agency that operates all the packages directly. We don’t give commissions to travel agencies or any other thirds parties that inflate the costs.
- The staff that works with us are professional and responsible. Before they start working with Katu Peru Tours, we have a training course about customer service.
- We have all the tourist permissions and certificates, granted by the Municipality of Cusco, and the Minister of Peru (DICETUR – MINCETUR), which guarantees us to operate in Cusco and the sacred valley Machu Picchu.
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Tour Price
PRICE OF THE WAQRAPUKARA TOUR
Waqrapukara Tour is done in a group and private service based on the size of your group.
“Ask first for availability, 24 hours before the tour date otherwise we can not ensure availability”
GROUP SERVICE |
PRICE PER PERSONA |
WAQRAPUKARA |
| GROUP SERVICE (REGULAR GROUP- 18 Pessoas) | Before: $65.00 USD
Now: $60.00 USD |
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PRIVATE SERVICE |
PRICE PER GROUP |
WAQRAPUKARA |
| Per Group 1-3 Persons | Before: $265.00 USD
Now: $260.00 USD |
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| Per Group 4-5 Persons | Before: $305.00 USD
Now: $300.00 USD |
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| Per Group 6-8 Persons | Before: $345.00 USD
Now: $340.00 USD |
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| Per Group 9-13 Persons | Before: $385.00 USD
Now: $380.00 USD |
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To do the tour to Waqrapukara in a private group of 14 or more people, check with our booking department.
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