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1 Day Tour to Qeswachaka Bridge - Itinerary
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(guideline only)
06:00 Pick up from your hotel in private vehicle
8:00 Visit the famous 4 Lagunas (4 lakes) in the Acopia region
09:00 Breakfast in Yanaoca
11:00 Arrival at the Qéswachaka bridge, to see the dancing and walk over the bridge. We will have lunch on site and have several hours free to soak in the unique atmosphere.
15.00 depart to return to Cusco, we will have dinner en route.
19:00 Arrival back in Cusco
Please email us directly for prices! reservas@apus-peru.com
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2 Days - Bridge and bicycle to Qeswachaka - Itinerary
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DAT ONE: Cusco – Qeswachaka: You will be picked from your hotel in a private vehicle, in which we will drive for 2 hours south from Cusco to Pomacanchis Lake (3,600m). Here we get on our mountain bikes to cycle on the rarely used bumpy road – around 20km between Pomacanchis Lake and Acopia Lake. Our private car accompanies us for the whole distance if you decide you don´t want to ride anymore. We transfer to the tiny volcano of Yanaoca to the Abra of Yanaoca. From here it is a 35km descent to Qeswachaka Bridge. This is the last used Inca bridge over the Apurimac River and the grass fibres of the bridge are renewed each year in an “annual construction of the bridge fiesta”. We will camp here, but you should be aware that this will not be “remote” camping as there will be a typical Andean fiesta going on around you.
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DAY TWO: Qeswachaka – Cusco: After breakfast we will have time to cross the bridge, or observe the construction in practice. (depending on what day you visit.) We will continue onto Qarañawi Grotto, which we will explore for several hours before heading back to Cusco in the afternoon.
Please email us directly for prices! reservas@apus-peru.com
Itinerary notes - Tour to Qeswechaka Bridge
- The times cited in this itinerary are approximate. Walking times depend on the group and the guide can change lunch spots and campsites, depending on the progress of the group. Each guide has their own preferred route and it might not correspond exactly to the route described here.
- This is an adventurous trip. You should be sure to bring an open mind, flexibility and a sense of humor. Most of all you should be prepared to go with the flow. Most of all, you are joining an Andean fiesta - and you should be willing to accept their means and methods of celebration.
- This region has limited tourist infrastructure and this tour makes use of local facilities. Visitors should be aware that things change, or may not go to plan. This is all part of the adventure, and visitors to Peru are encouraged to have an open mind and be open to the differences in the way things are done in another culture.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
• High quality mountain bike.
• Safety equipment, (helmets).
• English and Spanish speaking guide.
• Entrance fees.
• Private transport.
• 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner, snacks and water.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
• Sleeping bag.
• Botled drinks.
• 1st day breakfast, last day dinner.
• tips.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING
• A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek - prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature.
• Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be bought for about $1 in Cusco.
• Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended. Extra socks are a must.
• Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breath in the evenings if you wish to carry them.
• Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie/touk. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping. ** This is a particularly cold trek, you should make sure you have a lot of very warm clothes.
• Ear plugs!!! Needed for this fiesta Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you)
• Torch/ Flashlight and spare batteries
• Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
• Sun block
• After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
• Insect repellent - minimum recommended 20% DEET - although no malaria risk has been reported
• Toilet paper, pack in & pack out
• Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
• We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
• Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc.
• Small towel or sarong
• Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs)
• Cash - sufficient for your final lunch in Aguas Calientes, tips and souvenirs.
• Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have one.
• Walking sticks or poles (we can hire these to you. Please note poles with metal tips cannot be carried into Machu Picchu and should be left at your hotel on the final day)
• Binoculars (if you have them)
optional extras
We can hire the following to you.
- Extra mule to carry YOUR things - $10.00 per trip day
- Extra riding mule and muleteer to lead it - $18 per trip day
- Sleeping Bag suitable for – 10deg $4.00 per trip day
- Deluxe Sleeping Bag suitable for -15deg. $5.00 per trip day)
- Walking stick lightweight aluminum ($2.00 per day, per stick) Two sticks are recommended for tough hikes.
- Thermarest inflatable mattress - $4 per trip day
- Inflatable pillow - $2 per trip day
- Comforting Camping trek upgrade $40.00 per trip day
- Single tent supplement (ie you don’t want to share a tent) $25.00 per person
HIRE POLICY:
When calculating costs for hire of walking stick, sleeping bag, calculate using the length of the tour. Even though you won’t use the equipment on the final day it will still be ‘on the road’ and ‘occupied.’ If you hire equipment and break it – you are responsible for price of replacement /or repair. (please do the right thing!)
AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS (these discounts are not cumulative)
- 5% discount on treks only for members of South American Explorers Club (SAE)
- $30 discount if combined with an Apus Peru trek, 3 days plus.
TO MAKE A BOOKING
Please visit our Make a Booking page.
You will need to email us to check availability, receive booking forms and then make your deposit. For our payment conditions and booking please refer to our
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* For organisational reasons, we require one week to organise your booking, prior to departure.
