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The Southern Loop - Full itinerary and inclusions
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We’ll pickyou up between 6am and 7am. We will head towards the interesting ruins of Tipón where we’ll see elaborate examples of Inca agricultural terracing created by the Incas, irrigated by an impressice aqueduct. From here we continue our trip to Pikillacta (a pre-Inca city whose name means ‘Place of the Flea’ in the Inca language, Quechua!) and on to the colonial church of Andahuaylillas. Known as the ‘Sistine Chapel of the Americas’, this is an eye-popping must-see!
After an action packed morning we head for Sicuani for lunch, through Andean landscapes and past Urcos and Huacarpay lakes, a bird watcher’s paradise!
We will then continue to the village of Raqchi, which is dominated by the huge, eerie Temple of Wiracocha, one of the most mysterious constructions in Cusco. It is a unique complex of cylinder-shaped columns and four naves. There is no other construction like this, which is believed to have been the biggest Inca building in the whole empire! However, this is not the only ruin left standing as there is also a great wall, ceremonial fountains, sphere-shaped buildings and rectangular houses.
We’ll then drive the 119km back to Cusco, arriving around 8pm.
Itinerary Notes - Southern Loop
- 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.
- The program is subject to change, due to weather and other unexpected circumstances
- When you are visiting people's homes please be respectful. Please refer to our Responsible Tourism pages.
What's included?
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- Professional, English speaking guide
- Collection from your hotel in the morning of trek departure.
- Private Transport as described in itinerary
- lunch
What is not included?
- Snacks and Water
- Boleto Turistico & Entry fees.
You should bring:
- A light day pack to carry your things
- Your Boleto Turistico (Tourist ticket)
- Water bottle and water
- Money for snacks, souvenirs and tips if you wish to tip.
- Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Jumper (sweater)
- Rain protection (or plastic poncho)
- the Cusco region can experience "all seasons in one day" therefore its wise to take a warm hat and gloves, as well as s sunhat, when you leave in the morning, in order to be prepared for all eventualities.
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AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS (these discounts are not cumulative)
• 5% discount on treks only for members of South American Explorers Club (SAE)
• $30 off listed price if you are doing a 3 day plus trek with Apus Peru.
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