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Full Day Tour in Quelccaya with Guide
Cusco, Peru
$206
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the awe-inspiring Quelccaya Glacier on this full-day tour from Cusco. Experience a scenic 5-hour journey through the stunning Andean landscapes, where mountains, rivers, and traditional villages come to life. Upon arrival, explore the largest tropical glacier in the world, marveling at its icy formations while learning about its ecological significance from an expert guide. Enjoy a hearty Andean breakfast and a local lunch featuring fresh ingredients as you immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and offers a unique way to connect with the high-altitude environment of the Andes.
- Full-day adventure to Quelccaya Glacier with scenic transportation from Cusco
- Explore stunning landscapes and learn about glacier ecosystems from a bilingual guide
- Includes breakfast and local lunch with fresh ingredients
- Suitable for moderate fitness levels; includes a 1-hour hike on uneven terrain
- Full-day adventure to Quelccaya Glacier with scenic transportation from Cusco
- Explore stunning landscapes and learn about glacier ecosystems from a bilingual guide
- Includes breakfast and local lunch with fresh ingredients
- Suitable for moderate fitness levels; includes a 1-hour hike on uneven terrain
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Full Day Tour in Quelccaya with Guide
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Local lunch
- Round trip tourist transportation from Cusco
- First aid kit and basic emergency assistance
- Traditional Andean breakfast in Phinaya
- Professional bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
- Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
- Quelccaya Glacier entrance fee (paid on site)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
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CuscoOur adventure begins with an early pickup from your accommodation at 3:00 AM. We will travel for approximately 5 hours from Cusco, crossing the breathtaking landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. Along the route, you will admire traditional Andean villages, rivers, valleys, and snow-capped mountains while preparing for an unforgettable day surrounded by nature. Upon arrival in the remote community of Phinaya, we will enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast to recharge our energy and acclimatize to the high altitude. After breakfast, we will continue by vehicle for approximately 1 additional hour toward the access point of Quelccaya Glacier, recognized as the largest tropical glacier in the world.
- Once we reach the end of the road, we will begin a scenic 1-hour hike toward the glacier. Along the trail, you will observe crystal-clear lagoons, streams, wild vicuñas, and spectacular views of the majestic Vilcanota Mountain Range. Your professional guide will explain the geological formation of the glacier, local history, and the effects of climate change on this unique ecosystem. After exploring the glacier and surrounding landscapes, we will return to Phinaya, where a delicious traditional Andean lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients awaits us. Following lunch and a short rest, we will begin our journey back to Cusco. During the return trip, we will make a special stop at Sibinacocha Lake, one of the largest and most beautiful high-altitude lakes in Peru, renowned for its turquoise waters and stunning mountain scenery. (pass by)
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CuscoWe will arrive back in Cusco at approximately 9:00 PM, concluding an extraordinary adventure through one of the most remote and impressive regions of the Peruvian Andes.
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Full Day Tour in Quelccaya with Guide
Cusco, Peru
$206
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!