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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
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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.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED?
• Sleeping bag.
• Botled drinks.
• 1st day breakfast, last day dinner.
• tips.
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ITINERARY NOTES
• 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 is not frequently visited by tourists, therefore tourist infrastructure is limited. This tour incorporates public transport, and use of local facilities. Visitors should be aware that things change, or may not go to plan. This is all part of the adventure!
For organisational reasons, we require one week to organise your booking, prior to departure.
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AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS
(these discounts are not cumulative)
• Students: US$ 20.00
(students require a valid International Student Identity Card and must be below 26 years of age. Please beware that Youth Travel Cards are not valid)
•Teenagers: US$ 20.00 (up to 15 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings) • Children: US$ 45.00 (up to 10 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)
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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 Make a Booking page.
PLEASE NOTE - you can do this tour with an overnight stay in Aguas Calientes. the price is the same but you have to pay for your hotel and meals in Aguas Calientes. If you would like us to organise your hotel please see our Aguas Calientes Accomodation Options.
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 Make a Booking page.
