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One
day hikes quick menu
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| NEW! chaullacocha community hike |
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Descending to the Sacred Valley Chinchero - Sacred Valley - Pisac |
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Inca Fortresses |
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Shapes of the Past |
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Weaving & Farming
Chawaytiri |
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Inca Estates & Hot Springs
Huchuy Cusco & Macha Cancha |
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To the Origin of the Incas
Maukallacta & Puma Orqo |
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K'alla cancha & the Inca Prison
A half day adventure near Cusco |
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The Southern Loop
Tipon & Pikillacta |
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One day trips are perfectly combined with our Cultural Extensions - which give a little insight into Peruvian Culture. |
highlight: for inca enthusiasts and those with a real interest in Peru, this visit to Maukallacta & Puma Orqo is absolutely fascinating!
trip description
There are two myths about the origin of the Incas.
The most well known has the founders of the Inca empire emerging from Lake Titicaca. The other myth is not in the least similar to the first and tells of four brothers emerging from a cave, known as Tampu Tocco. One of the brothers, Manco Capac, settled Cusco and became the first Inca.
In this fascinating trip we venture deep into history and visit the Inca Ruins at Maukallacta and Puma Orqo. Some archaelogists say that these sites are actually the true location of Tampu Tocco and therefore the birthplace of the Inca Empire.
As we are using public transport, we depart Cusco at 5am on a jam-packed bus full of locals returning to their homes. Don't be surprised if sheep are sharing the bus with you! We cross a pass, beautiful in the dawn light, and are dropped off at around 7am Huaynacancha to begin our hike to the ruins.
Our uphill hike takes us to the ruins of Maukallacta, distinguished for their extensive nature and fine stonework. We continue through a traditional village, to Puma Orqo, an interesting rock outcrop carved by the Incas.
We lunch at Puma Orqo before heading back to the village of Yaurisque by going cross country on a route used by shepherds. Arriving in Yaurisque, we will take local transport back to Cusco.
itinerary
Departure: 4.30 pickup from hotel Return: to your hotel approximately 4pm.
Hiking: Huaynacancha to Maukallacta 1 hour , Maukallacta to Yaurisque 3-4 hours
Included: English, Spanish & Quechua speaking guide, Boxed Lunch, Transport by public bus
Not included: Water & Snacks, Entry fees (sometimes requested)
What you need to bring: Money for entry fees, snacks and souvenirs, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, jumper (sweater), rain protection (or plastic poncho), plus any other personal items you might wish.
This tour is perfectly combined with one of our Cultural Extensions - Chicha & Sapo!
We must be the change we wish to see. Gandhi
We offer affordably priced tours for two people so that you can depart on most days. If you are travelling alone, you can still depart on this tour, any day. (Price: $110)
If you have a group of five or more people, please contact us for a special rate.
This trip uses PUBLIC TRANSPORT. If you would like comfortable private transport, this can be arranged. Please contact us for costs.
For our payment conditions and booking please refer to our page Payment & booking
APUS PERU Adventure Travel Specialists - Email: apusperu@westnet.com.au
© A.Svenson 2005. The design, content and photographs (except where noted) are 100% original. The majority of our treks were designed by Apus Peru.
