The 10 Best Day Trips from in Calca, Cusco Region

This private overnight trek is ideal for those who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. This is a relatively easy hike of only 4- 5 hours, with elevations from 6725-13287 feet (2050-4050 m). Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Sacred Valley of the Incas, or Valley of Urubamba, and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota of the Andes and snow-capped mountains over the 5000 msnm. You will enjoy the hike over the Salkantay, Veronica, Chicon and pitusiray high mountains.

Inclusions: Lunch, Overnight accommodation in Hotel 3 Stars. , Professional guide, Private tour, Meals as per itinerary (01=breakfast, 01=lunch), Train Tickets / Bus tickets / admission fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Breakfast 1D, Lunch2D , Dinner1D are not included, BIOSECURITY PROTOCOLS AND SUPPLIES COVID - 19

You will start the day by going to a Peruvian family-run farm that also acts as an organic demonstration farm and speciality school for Peruvian farmers (campesinos). Connect with local Peruvians that you wouldn’t otherwise with the help of a translator from the AASD staff. This experience will have you learning about development, traditional knowledge, and organic agriculture. You also will have a chance to get your hands dirty by helping out on the farm depending on the needs of the season. A traditional Peruvian lunch will be made from fresh produce from the Ecohuella farm with an accommodation for dietary restrictions. After lunch, you will visit ruins in Urco where you will learn about the history and legend of the site. Next, you will go to the Youth Association of Urco where they specialize in making silver jewelry. You will make a personalized silver ring to take home. You also will be able to make additional purchases at Echouella or the Youth Association to support them.

Inclusions: Visit and Fair Payment to local family at Ecohuella, Transportation during the tour duration, Guide and Interpretation (from Spanish to English, and vice versa), Farm-to-Table (please let us know of dietary restrictions), Visit to Ruins, Personalized Silver Ring , Presentation and Tour of the Ecohuella Farm, Farm Work (preparing beds, weeding, planting, etc.) , Chicha Breaks (Fermented Corn Drink)

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities

This tour will give you a glimpse of a Peruvian family-run farm in the Sacred Valley and how it also acts as an organic demonstration farm and speciality school for Peruvian farmers (campesinos). You will learn firsthand how small-scale farmers are using bio-intensive methods to improve their livelihoods and to promote a stronger relationship with Pachamama (Mother Earth). Connect with local Peruvians that you wouldn’t otherwise with the help of a translator from the AASD staff. This experience will have you learning about development, traditional knowledge, and organic agriculture. You also will have a chance to get your hands dirty by helping out on the farm depending on the needs of the season. To finish the tour, a traditional Peruvian lunch will be made from fresh produce from the Ecohuella farm with an accommodation for dietary restrictions. At the end of the tour, visitors will have an option to purchase an organic vegetable bag from the farm for an additional price.

Inclusions: Farm-to-Table (please let us know of dietary restrictions), Visit and Fair Payment to local family at Ecohuella, Transportation during the tour duration, Guide and Interpretation (from Spanish to English, and vice versa), Presentation and Tour of the Ecohuella Farm, Farm Work (preparing beds, weeding, planting, etc.), Chicha Breaks (Fermented Corn Drink)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

This trek is ideal for those passengers who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Valley of Urubamba and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Guide, entrance fees , food (1 breackfast,1 lunch, 1 Dinner , Hostel Accommodation, Vegetarian Option or special diet available, Transports , Train round trip , van round trip , Bus up and down

Exclusions: Food Breakfast day 1 and lunch, dinner day 2, Cold water and snacks, Hot Spring in Aguas Calientes (s/20), Huayna Picchu Mountain (US$25 ) and Machu Picchu Mountain (US$ 25)

Calca is located in the Sacred Valley of the Inca, It is a very quiet and non-touristy town, characterized by its beautiful nature and pleasant climate. Its location is strategic, for excursions, such as Huchuy Qosqo, Ancashmarca, Urco. It is also ideal for visiting traditional communities, for cultural immersion reasons in an indigenous community. Calca is at an altitude of 2,900 m.s.n.m., and is surrounded by imposing mountains, such as Pitusiray, with an altitude of 4.987 msnm. According to the Andean religious system, this mountain, along with its dual, the Sawasiray, are considered among the most important Sacred Mountains or Divinities, called "Apus". Likewise, these Apus are associated with the reproduction of food plants and, therefore, not only the farmers of Calca invoke them, but also, those of other distant places, Ethnography and ethnohistory report various myths and religious practices related to these mountains, dating back to pre-Hispanic times.

Inclusions: All taxes, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide / Driver/guide, Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks and Lunch, Gratuities

This trek is ideal for those passengers who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Valley of Urubamba and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Professional Bilingual guides, Food 1 breakfast, 1 Lunch ,1 Dinner, Hostel Accommodation, Vegetarian Option or special diet available, bus round trip and train round trip

Exclusions: Breakfast day 1 and lunch, dinner day 2, Cold water and snacks, Hot Spring in Aguas Calientes (s/15), Huayna Picchu Mountain (US$25) and Machu Picchu Mountain (US$ 25), Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu

> YOU will be involving, crossing valleys and mountains before arriving to the “Lost City of the Incas”, Machu Picchu > Trek OFF the beaten path. > Is an alternative route to the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, > Is ideal for those passengers who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. > Huchuy Qosqo Means (small Cusco) > Enjoy a cultural experience with spiritual ceremonies and meditations

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, english speaking Guide , train to and from - ollantaytambo - aguas calientes ., bus up and down - Aguas Calientes - Machu picchu , Transport van to and from , 1 Night Hostel Accommodation, Vegetarian Option or special diet available, Food 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch , 1 Dinner

Exclusions: Breakfast day 1 and lunch, dinner day 2, Cold water and snacks, Hot Spring in Aguas Calientes (s/20), Huayna Picchu Mountain (US$25) and Machu Picchu Mountain (US$ 25)

Inca alternative way of 01 day, ideal for families and public in general, route little visited by classic tourists, we will know the possible functions in pre-Inka and Incas times, we will share experiences with the local Andean people, we will be part for some monentos of lifestyle carried by our Andean brothers and we will learn about the Andean cosmovision and the importance of an element that we find along the way.

Inclusions: Private transportation, lunch, Assistance throughout the trip

Exclusions: services not mentioned

The Lares Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. Taking you off the beaten track with visits to authentic Andean communities whilst being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys this fabulous trek offers a real insight in to the lives of the people of Cusco as it once was. The route we offer starts in the village of Pumahuanca in the Sacred Valley and finishes in the hot springs of Lares with a visit to the village of Cuncani along the way. On Day 3 of the trek you take a bus from Lares to Ollantaytambo and then carry on by train to Machu Picchu.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, All Campping Equipment, First Aid kit and Oxigen Bottle, Horse to carry your duffle bag (7 kilos per person), Round trip Bus tickets to Machupicchu & Train Tickets Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo, Entrance fees to Machupicchu Arqueological complex

Exclusions: Lunch & Dinner last Day, Sleeping Bags & Walking Sticks, Tips for your crew: cooks, horse men, guides US$25-30 approx., Travel insurance policy

In this community, Andean culinary art is enjoyed, where you participate in the elaboration of delicious dishes with natural supplies “Huchuy Qosco also known as "Little Cusco" It is a unique experience with private service.

Inclusions: Pick up from the Hotel, Private transportation, Professional guide, Interpret local, Gastronomic activity, Pachamanca lunch, drop off at the Hotel

Exclusions: Tips, Additional features