From Cusco: 4 Lagoons and Queshuachaca Bridge Tour
ID: GYG791874-1266422
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the four lagoons of Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnacocha, and Pampamarca on a day trip from Cusco. Visit the Queshuachaca Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a picnic lunch.
Discover the beauty of the Peruvian Andes on a full-day tour of the four lagoons. Stop for breakfast in the Andean town of Cusipata, see the famous Queshuachaca Bridge, and enjoy a picnic lunch by the lagoon.
After being picked up from your hotel in Cusco at around 4:00 AM, travel south in search of the four lagoons. Make a stop along the way to have breakfast in the Andean town of Cusipata, and then continue with the tour until you reach the Quehue district to see the famous Queshuachaca Bridge.
Admire the footbridge that dates back to the Inca period, built entirely of a vegetable fiber called ichu. This rope walkway, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renewed every year in a ritual that preserves historic Inca techniques.
Then it's on to the first and the largest of the four lagoons: Lake Pomacanchi, home to a wealth of native plants and wildlife, especially exotic birds, which are attracted to its clear waters. Not far from here, reach the Acopia lagoon, on whose shores is the picturesque village of the same name.
Continue to Lake Asnacocha before stopping beside Pampamarca lagoon to admire its beautiful natural landscapes. Return to Cusipata to refuel with a delicious picnic lunch. Then, having eaten, return to Cusco, leaving you back at your hotels at around 6:00 PM.
Highlights
- Discover the Queshuachaca Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- See the four lagoons of Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnacocha, and Pampamarca
- Learn about the history of the Queshuachaca Bridge from your guide
- Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the Andean town of Cusipata
- Admire the beautiful natural landscapes of the four lagoons
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing as the weather can be cold.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Carry water and snacks for personal use.
Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views.
Be prepared for an early start as the pickup is at 4 am.
all tours begin with pick-up at your respective hotel (please note that hotels must be within the historic center of Cusco, if it is far away, a meeting point will be designated by prior coordination).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
