Overview
The journey continues on the second day as you venture into the spectacular Suykutambo Canyon. Here, history and nature blend seamlessly at the archaeological complex of Taqrachullo, featuring pre-Inca and Inca structures built dramatically into rocky formations high above the rushing river.
Your exploration deepens at Mauk’allaqta, an ancient ceremonial and administrative center where you will walk among stone plazas and traditional funeral towers, known as chullpas. This is an active exploration involving moderate hikes through pristine Andean landscapes at a minimum elevation of 11,318 feet, making it perfect for those seeking authentic discovery away from heavy crowds.
By choosing this tour, you gain hassle-free access to remote sanctuaries with all logistics expertly handled. Your booking completely covers entrance tickets, hotel accommodation, round-trip transport from your Cusco hotel, and a dedicated professional guide. Additionally, curated meals—including local lunches, dinner, and breakfast—are fully provided, ensuring you can focus entirely on the history and stunning scenery.
Summary
Warari Caves & Chiñisiri (Cusco – Livitaca – Espinar)
Morning: The tour begins with a 6:00 am pick-up from your hotel in Cusco for a 5-hour drive to Chumbivilcas. Upon arrival at the Warari Caves in Livitaca, you will take a guided tour to explore underground formations like stalactites and stalagmites while learning about local legends.
Midday: After the cave visit, you will enjoy a box lunch in a scenic outdoor location near Livitaca to relax and recharge.
Afternoon: The adventure continues with a drive and hike to the Necropolis of Chiñisiri to see pre-Inca tombs. Afterward, a 3-hour private transport drive through Andean landscapes will bring you to Espinar (Yauri) around 5:30 pm to check in and rest.
Evening: At approximately 7:00 pm, you will have dinner at a local restaurant in Espinar to conclude the first day.
Taqrachullo & Mauk’allaqta (Espinar – Suykutambo Canyon – Cusco)
Morning: The day starts at 7:30 am with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a journey toward the Suykutambo Canyon. Around 8:30 am, you will visit the Taqrachullo archaeological complex, a pre-Inca and Inca site situated on rocky formations. Next, you will explore the archaeological site of Mauk’allaqta, where the guide will explain its importance as a ceremonial and administrative center while viewing stone structures and traditional funeral towers (chullpas).
Midday: You will return to Espinar at approximately 1:30 pm to enjoy a delicious local lunch.
Afternoon/Evening: At 3:00 pm, you will board the private vehicle for the return journey to Cusco. You will arrive back in Cusco at approximately 8:00 pm, with a direct drop-off at your hotel.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco to Livitaca & Espinar – Exploring the Warari Caves and the Necropolis of Chiñisiri
6:00 am – Private pickup from your hotel in Cusco to begin the scenic drive toward Chumbivilcas.
11:00 am – Arrival at the Warari Caves in Livitaca for a guided underground exploration of stalactites and stalagmites.
1:00 pm – Outdoor box lunch in a scenic location near Livitaca to relax and recharge.
2:30 pm – Short drive and hike to the Necropolis of Chiñisiri to observe its ancient pre-Inca tombs.
5:30 pm – Arrival in Espinar via private transport through the high-altitude plains; check-in at the hotel.
7:00 pm – Evening dinner at a handpicked local restaurant in Espinar.
Day 2: Adventure in Espinar – Discovering the Taqrachullo and Mauk’allaqta Archaeological Sites
7:30 am – Breakfast at the hotel in Espinar before heading toward the Suykutambo Canyon.
8:30 am – Guided visit to the archaeological complex of Taqrachullo, exploring pre-Inca and Inca ruins on the canyon cliffs.
11:00 am – Exploration of Mauk’allaqta to learn about this ancient ceremonial center, its stone plazas, and chullpas.
1:30 pm – Return to Espinar for a rewarding local lunch before the journey back.
3:00 pm – Private overland transport departure through the Andean landscape toward Cusco.
8:00 pm – Arrival in Cusco and direct drop-off at your hotel








