Visit to the Province of Espinar, Cusco; where we will know the magnificent geological formations of the 3 Canyons of Suykutambo and the archaeological zone of Maukallaqta + Qeswachaka Inca Bridge. Enjoy 2 days of nature and high Andean culture, without tourist. If you like something special !

Suykutambo, or the Tres Cañones geological complex, is made up of mountains on whose peaks rise rock formations of supernatural appearance. These, by projecting their shadows throughout the day, acquire various forms, such as hands, mythological animals, imploring human beings. Erosion has formed three perfect alleys with huge cliffs of volcanic earth that join in a huge natural amphitheater where the three streams meet surrounded by forests of queuñas and tholas, elements that make up a majestic landscape.

DAY 1

At 04:00hrs, pick up from the hotel in Cusco in our private transport, to start a trip of 5 hours approximately to the Province of Espinar. We will pass through the areas of Combapata and Sicuani, stop on the way to have a delicious breakfast and continue our journey to reach the 3 Canyons of Suykutambo, imposing walls of volcanic stone over 80mts high.

After the visit to the canyon, we will visit the archaeological site of Maukallaqta, a pre-Hispanic citadel where we will explore circular and rectangular constructions between 4 and 6 meters wide. At the end of the tour, we stay in overnight in a nice hostal in espinar 

Day 2 

Today we do another discovery, the unknown Qeswachaka Inca Bridge, We drive for about 2 1/2 h in amazing nature to the Q’ewe district. From there, you will have your first glimpse of the ancient bridge suspended between the steep rock cliffs, as we drive down the Apurimac canyon.

We will then leave the car and descend a steep path to a viewpoint to take photos, before carefully crossing the bridge together! Get ready for the adrenaline rush of a lifetime as you make your way across the swaying bridge, and try not to look too closely at the river several meters below! On the other side, the bridge attendant will greet us and give a brief demonstration of the bridge’s history and construction.

After visiting the bridge, we will drive to the region’s where the four famous lakes are: Pampamarca, Asnacqoccha, Acopia, and Pomacanchi. Set like jewels among the gold-green hills, they shine in the warm, afternoon sun as native flamingos and other birds fly and feed around their edges. We will stop in one of the lake shores to set our picnic blanket and enjoy our picnic.

Return to  Cusco  in 3 h 30 min drive where we arrive in the afternoon

NOTA 

Day 2 you can change for an other ( hiking ) tour 

Or Tour to Rainbow mountain Palcoya Click Here

Or Tour to waqra-pukara  Click here

What do we observe in the Suykutambo Canyon?
* It presents imposing geological formations of volcanic origin 80 meters high that give the appearance of endless and mysterious stone forests.
* It has a wide and incredible forest wealth composed of queñuas (Polylepis) and tholas (Parastrephia lepidophylla), which give rise to its name and where the rivers flow; in the same way, it also has an incredible fauna and is the habitat of the Raimondi puya, taruca and vicuña.
* In addition, an archaeological complex has been found in the area that is believed to have been the capital of the K’ana nation during Inca times.
* Around there are archaeological sites such as Maukallacta and Taqrachullo, the first one has enclosures of circular and semicircular shapes.

It is located between 3,500 and almost 5,000 meters above sea level.

What do we observe in Qeswachaka Inca Bridge?

During the reign of the Incas, a massive network of roads, and one in particular, called Qhapaq Ñan, united every part of the Inca empire. To cross the rugged geography of the Andes, many hanging bridges made out of vegetal fibers were erected. This complex technology has been transmitted from generation to generation in order that there is still today one remaining bridge. Indeed Q’eswachaka Inca bridge has been renovated annually for more than 500 years, connecting the past with the present. Suspended above the Apurimac River at 3,700 meters (12,139 ft) above sea level, Q’eswachaka bridge is restored each June by over a thousand of people from four communities. This ancient ritual was recognized in 2013 by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Crossing it is like going back in time.

Included 

• Transfer from and to hotel in Cusco
• Private professional guide and private transport
• Breakfast and 2 lunch+ 1 diner
• First aid kit
• 1 night hotel in Espinar
• Entree fees

Not included:

• Gratuities
• Extras