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Cusco – Cusipata – Pallay Punchu Mountain – Langui-Layo Lagoon – Cusco
4:00 AM – Hotel Pickup in Cusco
Your adventure begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. We will travel south through the beautiful landscapes of the Vilcanota Valley, passing traditional Andean villages and scenic mountain views on our way to Pallay Punchu.
6:30 AM – Breakfast in Cusipata
We will stop in Cusipata for breakfast and a short break before continuing toward the starting point of our hike. This is a good opportunity to prepare for the high-altitude adventure ahead.
8:30 AM – Arrival at the Trailhead
After breakfast, we will continue toward the Pallay Punchu area, near the Langui-Layo Lagoon. Upon arrival, your guide will provide a brief explanation of the route and recommendations for the hike.
9:00 AM – Hike to Pallay Punchu Mountain
We begin our hike toward the impressive Pallay Punchu viewpoint. Along the trail, you will enjoy panoramic views of the Andes, high-altitude grasslands, and the spectacular Langui-Layo Lagoon. The mountain is famous for its sharp, colorful ridges, which resemble the patterns of a traditional Andean poncho.
10:30 AM – Explore Pallay Punchu Viewpoint
Upon reaching the viewpoint, you will have time to admire the unique geological formations, take photographs, and enjoy the extraordinary mountain scenery. Your guide will share information about the landscape and the natural features of the area.
11:30 AM – Descent to the Trailhead
After enjoying the viewpoint, we will descend along the same trail to meet our transportation. Please follow your guide's instructions and walk carefully, as the terrain can be uneven and weather conditions may change.
1:00 PM – Lunch
We will stop for lunch before beginning our return journey. The lunch arrangements depend on the services included in your selected tour package.
2:00 PM – Return Journey to Cusco
We will begin the drive back to Cusco, passing through the scenic landscapes and traditional communities of the southern Andes.
5:30 PM – Arrival in Cusco
We expect to arrive in Cusco in the late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of our Pallay Punchu Mountain adventure. The arrival time may vary depending on road conditions, weather, and the pace of the group.
Note: This itinerary is a general guide. Pickup times, breakfast, lunch, hiking duration, and arrival time should be confirmed according to the actual tour service.
INCLUDED:
Hotel Pickup: Pickup from your hotel or an agreed meeting point in Cusco.
Round-Trip Transportation: Tourist transportation from Cusco to Pallay Punchu and back.
Professional Tour Guide: An experienced English-speaking guide who will accompany you during the excursion.
Breakfast: Breakfast before starting the hike, if included in your selected package.
Lunch: Lunch during the tour, according to your booking package.
First Aid Kit: Basic first aid equipment carried by the tour guide.
NOT INCLUDED:
Entrance Fees: Entrance tickets or local fees, if applicable and not included in your package.
Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance.
Personal Expenses: Snacks, drinks, souvenirs, and other personal purchases.
Additional Services: Horse rental or other optional services available locally.
Tips: Tips for your guide and driver; these are optional.
Extra Meals: Meals not specifically mentioned in your tour itinerary.
What to bring for this tour
A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek - prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature
Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be bought for about $1 in Cusco .
Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended. Extra socks are a must.
Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breath in the evenings if you wish to carry them.
Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie/touk. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping. * This is a particularly cold trek, you should make sure you have a lot of very warm clothes.
Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you)
Torch/ Flashlight and spare batteries
Camera, batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
Sun block
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Toilet paper, pack in & pack out
Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc.
Small towel or sarong
Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs )
Cash - sufficient for snacks, tips and souvenirs.
Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have one.
Binoculars (if you have them)
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