Huchuy Qosqo - Day 1: TAUCCA – HUCHUY QOSQO
Llama Trek starts at your hotel where a private minibus will pick you up to bring you to the community of Taucca, situated in the surroundings of the village of Chinchero. There, we meet with our team of porters and lamas. To start our Llama hike, with help of the porters, we first have to pack our personal belongings on the lamas. Everyone can bring approximately 5 kg. Then we start our climb through the typical Andean valleys rich in abena, quinoa, tarwi and Andean tubers. In the middle of our climb as we reach the pass (4,250m / 13,943ft), the environment starts to change drastically into Andean highlands or ‘puna’, with indigenous vegetation such as Andean grass (ichu). The views of the peaks of the Vilcabamba mountain chain are spectacular. After the pass, you will begin your descent to the settlement of Huchuy Qosqo, walking along a path that leads to the ravine of Puca Marka (red village) which is called that way because of the red colors of the mountain. There, we’ll find the Inca Trail that comes from Tambomachay, and that will lead us to a small canyon called Puma Punku, with the remnants of an Inca bridge, paths and impressive geological formations. Next, we will arrive at Huchuy Qosqo, where we pass by a balcony with an impressive panoramic view of the valley (3.200m / 10,498ft).
Huchuy Qosqo lies in a plateau, surrounded by agricultural terraces, and offers incomparable views of the Vilcabamba mountain chain and the river. The total length of your journey today will be approximately 10 km (6.2 miles), which is 6 to 7 hours walking. As we arrive, we will visit the Inca city of Huchuy Qosqo and then go to the inhabited house, where we will have a traditional dinner with the local family.

• Round-trip train on the Expeditions’ train.
• All meals covered: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Accommodations: Homestay family in Huchuy Qosqo & * Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• All-inclusive transport: private and collective options as per the itinerary.
• Support team: porters and lamas for the trek.
• Full entry to landmark sites: Huchuy Qosqo, Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, & Machu Picchu.

• Meals: Lunch in Aguas Calientes and dinner in Cusco

Experience a unique Andean cultural journey at Huchuy Qosqo, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu on a Llama Trek. This unique journey takes you to the heart of the highlands, passing through elevated villages (4200m) where farmers follow ancient customs and beliefs. Spend a night at a homestay, where people maintain time-honored lifestyles, the accommodations although rustic, provide comfort and a chance for unforgettable moments. A world away from modernization.
The Llama Trek to Huchuy Qosqo, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu take you along age-old pre-Incan trails. Witness diverse fauna and flora as you navigate varying ecological layers reaching up to 4250m. Enjoy stunning views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the small but beautiful Puma Punku canyon on your trek to Huchuy Qosqo.
For those looking for an adventurously immersive experience with the Andean people, off the typical tourist route, the Llama Trek is your best bet!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.