The ancient city of Inca Raccay, located high up in the Andes of Peru, was inked to Choquequirao during Inca times. Almost no one visits this magnificent and historic remote Inca archaeological site located 10 km/ 6.25 from Cachora, which can be easily done in one day.
On our trip to Inca Raccay you will enjoy stunning views of Apurimac canyon and Choquequirao from a distance. Along the trail to Inca Raccay there are Quechua families farming potatoes, lima beans, quinoa and many varieties of corn. With a little of luck, we will see the majestic Andean condor, very common to see in the afternoon flying along the canyon walls. We will have plenty of time to explore the site and enjoy our picnic.
The Andes of Peru are spectacular snow-capped mountains incised by deep world-class river valleys. In our exclusive day tour of the Apurimac canyon, with breath-taking views, you will see an overprint of natural Andean environments and multi-generational farmed and terraced lands. You will get a stunning and ready-to-be-photographed view of Mt.
The half day tour can be done in the morning or afternoon. The guide will pick you up at our Choquequirao Guest House. This half day tour will take you through the community of Pantipata and along our way you will learn about local Quechua life style. Your guide will show you how farmers grow organic fruits and vegetables,
Chicha and Guinea Pig Tasting Tour: How Different Families Make Quechua Specialties...What is Chicha? Chicha is a fermented corn drink that has been very important throughout Andean history, before, during and after the Inca Empire. Actually, many Quechua families still make the chicha drink, and on our tour
Itinerary:The adventure will start at our Choquequirao Guest House where your guide and horses will be ready at 8:30 AM. This half day tour will take you through the community of Pantipata, along our way you will learn about local Quechua families life style. Your guide will show you how farmers grow organic fruits