Quespehuara:
Guided hiking to the Water Temple
Discover Quespehuara, an impressive hidden Inca sanctuary dedicated to the worship of water. Walk along the Chacán River and explore aqueducts, ceremonial altars, and pre-Hispanic channels without the crowds.
Itinerary
The Hidden Sanctuary of Quespehuara
- Meeting Point (Start)
- Location: Cusco’s iconic Plaza de Armas (right in the heart of the city).
- Activity: Meet your official bilingual guide (Spanish and English) for introductions.
- Private Transport Transfer
- Route: From downtown Cusco toward the northwest of the city.
- Experience: Board a comfortable private vehicle and leave the urban bustle behind to enter a unique natural setting.
- Hike Along the Chacán River Watershed
- Difficulty: Easy and accessible hike.
- Scenery: Walk surrounded by beautiful Andean landscapes and lush eucalyptus forests.
- Exploration of the Quespehuara Archaeological Site
- Discovery: Tour an impressive Inca hydraulic laboratory and ceremonial center.
- Guided Explanation: Learn about the history of its ritual pools and the channels finely carved into the bedrock.
- Spiritual Connection: See the large stepped huaca (sacred shrine) dedicated to the worship of water and Pachamama (Mother Earth).
- Atmosphere: Enjoy a space of absolute peace and mysticism, far from the crowded commercial tourist circuits.
- Return to Cusco (End of the Experience)
- Transfer: Board your private transport after exploring the hidden sanctuary.
- Arrival: Travel comfortably back to the center of Cusco.
Includes/Excludes
- What’s Included
- Included
- Snacks: Bottle of water and Andean energy snack.
- Transport: Private round-trip vehicle from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas.
- Guide: Certified bilingual official tour guide (Spanish and English).
- Snacks: Bottle of water and Andean energy snack.
- Excluded
- Transport: Private round-trip vehicle from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas.
- Guide: Certified bilingual official tour guide (Spanish and English).
What to Bring
- Layered clothing: A comfortable T-shirt, a warm yet lightweight jacket, and a windbreaker or raincoat.
- Footwear: Hiking shoes or sneakers with good grip for the trail.
- Sun protection: Sunscreen (SPF 50+), sunglasses, and a cap or hat.
- Small backpack: Containing water (1 liter), snacks (nuts or bars), cash in soles, and your passport or ID card.
- For the altitude: Hard candies or a few coca leaves in case of fatigue.
Free Andean oracles (huacas) and sacred shrines
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