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  • Salkantay trek (Mollepata - Aguas Calientes)

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    near Mollepata, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    AllyKaty
    Distance
    65.82mi
    Elevation +
    12356f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofSalkantay trek (Mollepata - Aguas Calientes) Photo ofSalkantay trek (Mollepata - Aguas Calientes) Photo ofSalkantay trek (Mollepata - Aguas Calientes)

    Salkantay trek (Mollepata - Aguas Calientes) *Trek time is purely walking time. We started from Cusco, the main street where all the colectivo's meet in the morning. It left at 6am and we arrived at Mollepata aroun...

  • Day 3 - Circuit Ausangate with Rainbow Mountains

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    near Uchullucllo, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Sebastian.Kraus7
    Distance
    18.29mi
    Elevation +
    2799f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofDay 3 - Circuit Ausangate with Rainbow Mountains Photo ofDay 3 - Circuit Ausangate with Rainbow Mountains Photo ofDay 3 - Circuit Ausangate with Rainbow Mountains

    The longest day of our trip. We left camp and had an early climb to the pass. It really helped to get going and warm up after a cold night. From the pass, we were able to see the rainbow mountains. We walked across the ...

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  • Machupicchu and Waynapicchu (Circuito 4) from Aguas Calientes

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    near Machupicchu, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Stavros P
    Distance
    10.58mi
    Elevation +
    3445f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMachupicchu and Waynapicchu (Circuito 4) from Aguas Calientes Photo ofMachupicchu and Waynapicchu (Circuito 4) from Aguas Calientes Photo ofMachupicchu and Waynapicchu (Circuito 4) from Aguas Calientes

    Machupicchu & Waynapicchu (Circuito 4) from Aguas Calientes. All the way up and down and visit to the museum without a bus. I wouldn’t recommend taking the bus as like this you miss some of the experience but that depend...

  • Cusco - Q'enqo - Huayllrcocha - Cristo Blanco - Cusco

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    near Sacsaywaman, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Florian Tosello
    Distance
    7.13mi
    Elevation +
    1086f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCusco - Q'enqo - Huayllrcocha - Cristo Blanco - Cusco Photo ofCusco - Q'enqo - Huayllrcocha - Cristo Blanco - Cusco Photo ofCusco - Q'enqo - Huayllrcocha - Cristo Blanco - Cusco

    Very nice hike around Cusco with several archeological sites, eucalyptus forests, wild guinea pigs, horses, a very nice family restaurant (amazing local people - trust me) and the statue of Cristo Blanco. Finally back to...

  • Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes Peru

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    near Machu Picchu, Cusco (Peru)
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    Green mandala
    Distance
    5.35mi
    Elevation +
    3478f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMachu Picchu - Aguas Calientes Peru Photo ofMachu Picchu - Aguas Calientes Peru Photo ofMachu Picchu - Aguas Calientes Peru

    Once in a life time. 1of the 7 wonders of the world We caught the 5am bus from town to the Machu Picchu security are then on to watch the sun rise over the valley & ruins.We stsrted the hike after the gate opened at 7am ...

  • Perolniyoc Waterfall and Ruins - circular route

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    near Rapchi, Cusco (Peru)
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    ysephur
    Distance
    4.17mi
    Elevation +
    1385f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofPerolniyoc Waterfall and Ruins - circular route Photo ofPerolniyoc Waterfall and Ruins - circular route Photo ofPerolniyoc Waterfall and Ruins - circular route

    Epic and beautiful route up past waterfalls and on up to Inca ruins, then back down round the other side of the valley back to the start. And no people! Be aware it's continuous uphill till you get to the ruin, you nee...

  • Pachar to Ollantaytambo

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    near Jajapunco, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    stephen.m.carmody
    Distance
    21.32mi
    Elevation +
    7188f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofPachar to Ollantaytambo Photo ofPachar to Ollantaytambo Photo ofPachar to Ollantaytambo

    2 day hike that could be broken into a 3 day hike, a lot of elevation to deal with with a pack on your back. Couldn't find any fresh water after reaching max altitude so stock up with streams you find after passing ruins...

  • Tauca-Huchuy Qosqo-Lamay

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    near Cuper Alto, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Bruno Castro Pletikosic
    Distance
    9.53mi
    Elevation +
    2192f
    TrailRank
    38| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofTauca-Huchuy Qosqo-Lamay Photo ofTauca-Huchuy Qosqo-Lamay Photo ofTauca-Huchuy Qosqo-Lamay

    Hiking to Uchuy Qosqo, an inca archealogical site. Nice place with awesome views and nice trail for runners. Highly recommended!

    It's a nice hike you can do near Cusco (by yourself). During the hike you can find several lakes, to see a Sahuasiray g...
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  • Abra Salkantay from Soraypampa.

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    near Soray, Cusco (Peru)
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    Dalmof
    with leticia del corso
    Distance
    3.30mi
    Elevation +
    2365f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofAbra Salkantay from Soraypampa. Photo ofAbra Salkantay from Soraypampa. Photo ofAbra Salkantay from Soraypampa.

    There is water (little river/stream) in all the trail. A good water filter I think it's enough. The hiking starts at 3880 msnm at the Soraypampa camping site. At 4150 msnm (Salkantaypampa) there are some drinks to buy....

  • Choquequirao 6: Maizal - Yanama, Peru (6/5/18, 7:37:32AM)

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    near Victoria, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    drw
    Distance
    6.42mi
    Elevation +
    4491f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofChoquequirao 6: Maizal - Yanama, Peru (6/5/18, 7:37:32AM) Photo ofChoquequirao 6: Maizal - Yanama, Peru (6/5/18, 7:37:32AM) Photo ofChoquequirao 6: Maizal - Yanama, Peru (6/5/18, 7:37:32AM)

    Beautiful hike over Minas Victoria pass (13,500 ft), amazing views all around. Trail more rocky above Maizal and less mud. Easy hike from the pass down to Yanama. Snow covered peaks all around.

  • Laguna Juchuycocha Urubamba Peru

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    near Chicón, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Packing up the Pieces
    Distance
    6.72mi
    Elevation +
    4318f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofLaguna Juchuycocha Urubamba Peru Photo ofLaguna Juchuycocha Urubamba Peru Photo ofLaguna Juchuycocha Urubamba Peru

    Hike to Laguna Juchuycocha and all the logistics from Urubamba. This beautiful alpine lake sits over 15,200 ft, so the altitude may be the hardest part. The complete blog post below gives tips, tricks, and other us...

  • Winikunka Montaña de Siete colores Perú

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    near Uchullucllo, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    emoyap
    Distance
    4.37mi
    Elevation +
    1138f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofWinikunka Montaña de Siete colores Perú Photo ofWinikunka Montaña de Siete colores Perú Photo ofWinikunka Montaña de Siete colores Perú

    Montana de asiste colores Perú Cusco A must do for any hiker in the area. Climbing to over 5,000 mts or 16,500 ft is a feeling few hikers experience along with such a marvelous view!

  • Saywa Mountain

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    near Urubamba, Cusco (Peru)
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    Packing up the Pieces
    Distance
    3.49mi
    Elevation +
    3002f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofSaywa Mountain Photo ofSaywa Mountain Photo ofSaywa Mountain

    Climb the magical Saywa Mountain in Urubamba. At the top, find two peculiar ruins and incredible views of Mt. Chicon. One of my favorite hikes in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Each season the hike and scenery changes, each ...

  • Soraypampa - Chaullay via Salkantay and lake

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    near Soray, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Vishal Verma
    Distance
    14.99mi
    Elevation +
    2881f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofSoraypampa - Chaullay via Salkantay and lake Photo ofSoraypampa - Chaullay via Salkantay and lake Photo ofSoraypampa - Chaullay via Salkantay and lake

    This trek starts from soraypampa and ends at chaullay. This goes via the Salkantay lake and a view point. You can reach soraypampa with a collectivo from Cusco to Mollepata and then Mollepata to soraypampa

  • Pachatusan approach

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    near Oropesa, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    greenman197
    Distance
    4.67mi
    Elevation +
    243f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofPachatusan approach Photo ofPachatusan approach Photo ofPachatusan approach

    Took a colectivo for 2 soles to tipón. Walk to the sign and follow the dirt road until it ends. From there you can keep going to pachatusan summit. We stopped with another two hours (I’m guessing ) to summit. It definite...

  • Rainbow mountain and Red Valley

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    near Uchullucllo, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Jacqueline Smolders
    Distance
    5.20mi
    Elevation +
    1483f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofRainbow mountain and Red Valley Photo ofRainbow mountain and Red Valley Photo ofRainbow mountain and Red Valley

    The path is really easy to follow and the views are spectacular. Please be acclimatized before attempting this because the altitude is high.. 5000 m. Don't forget to visit the Red Valley as well. It is so quiet and beaut...

  • Day 4 - Circuit Ausangate with rainbow Mountains

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    near Cayena, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    Sebastian.Kraus7
    Distance
    9.90mi
    Elevation +
    1581f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofDay 4 - Circuit Ausangate with rainbow Mountains Photo ofDay 4 - Circuit Ausangate with rainbow Mountains Photo ofDay 4 - Circuit Ausangate with rainbow Mountains

    Day 4 and our last day. We woke up with clear blue sky and Matt was still feeling a bit off due the elevation. The final climb ahead of us, we left early and slowly up to the north pass of Ausangate. To our side, another...

  • Pisaq Ruins

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    near Pisac, Cusco (Peru)
    Author
    RickeyFlynn
    Distance
    3.11mi
    Elevation +
    577f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofPisaq Ruins Photo ofPisaq Ruins Photo ofPisaq Ruins

    Sep 16, 2017 9:57 am This is a track of the walk from top to bottom of the Ruins at Pisaq. To get to the starting pint you can hail a taxi from the main square in Pisaq and ask to be taken to the top of the ruins. From ...

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