Day 1: Cusco – Cancha Cancha Pass – Watoqto Campsite
Our adventure begins at 6:00 a.m. with a pick-up from your hotel in Cusco. We travel by private vehicle towards the high Andes, leaving the city behind for the raw beauty of the mountains.
Our route takes us over the stunning Abra de Cancha Cancha, a high mountain pass offering your first glimpse of the incredible scale of this adventure. From here, on a clear day, you can see the mighty snow-capped peaks of Ausangate and Salkantay.
We descend into the valley to the community of Mikaypata, where a delicious lunch prepared by locals awaits us. After a rest, we continue our journey to the remote Watoqto archaeological site.
Here, amidst ancient Inca stonework, we will set up our private camp for the night, a truly unique experience on this Trek Paucartambo Sacred Valley 2 Days.
Day’s Stats
- Highest Point: Abra de Cancha Cancha (approx. 4,200 m / 13,780 ft)
- Main Activities: Scenic high-altitude drive, community lunch, archaeological exploration.
- Accommodation: Camping at Watoqto archaeological site.
Day 2: Watoqto – Paucartambo – Ninamarca – Sacred Valley (Pisaq)
We awaken to the crisp mountain air at our unique campsite. After a hearty breakfast, we drive to the enchanting colonial town of Paucartambo.
Famous for its vibrant festivals, the town is a marvel of whitewashed walls and iconic blue balconies, with the magnificent Carlos III colonial bridge spanning the river.
After exploring the town, we continue our journey to the nearby archaeological site of Ninamarca, known for its mysterious pre-Inca funerary towers, or “chullpas.”
This marks the final cultural stop of our adventure before we begin the scenic drive that connects this remote region to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
The journey culminates as we arrive in the vicinity of Pisaq, completing our epic Trek Paucartambo Sacred Valley 2 Days. From here, you can choose to stay overnight in Pisaq or we will transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Day’s Stats
- Main Activities: Colonial town exploration, visit to Ninamarca chullpas, scenic drive.
- Destination: Pisaq (Sacred Valley) or return to Cusco.
