- Duration
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum
- 2 people
- Regular leaving dates
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Client Reports
Arturo J. GómezAugust 2011
Muchas gracias a todo el equipo de Aventuraquechua por habernos ayudado a cumplir nuestro sueño.
Hemos pasado 11 días maravillosos recorriendo la cordillera Huayhuash, la atención recibida, el mimo con el que habéis cuidado todos los detalles han hecho que un trekking "duro" se nos hiciese un paseo.
Gracias por todo
Arturo J. y Maricruz Pellín
Howard ScotlandJuly 2011
Our group used Aventura Quechua for a custom climbing and trekking trip of 11 days through the Vilcanota Range. Carlos and his crew covered every detail without fail. He handled everything from airport pick-up and Machu Picchu tickets to all of the logistics or a trek from Tinqui through to Pitumarca. Our cook, Domingo, surpassed the skill of all prior cooks we've hired over the course of 6 prior trips to the Andes. Arrieros Leo and Rocque covered every pack train need and many more tasks that just made the trip come together. Driver and facilitator John covered road transportation and miscellaneous needs on time, on route, and without a hitch, every time.
Simply said, Carlos and his crew met every logistical need and constructed a smooth custom trip, from airport pick-up to airport drop-off. I recommend him without reservation. For additional details as to our experience with Aventura Quechua please see the peru 2011 narrative at www.climbingwithbob.com.
Marie-Aimée DurandJanuary 2011
Bonjour à toute l'équipe de Carlos (surtout sa maman adorable hôtesse de Mi Casa à Huaraz!)
Nous étions 4 pour ce séjour de 4 semaines au Pérou de juin à juillet 2010, 10 jours de tourisme ou de transfert de ville à ville et 18 jours de trekking. Le sud d'abord avec son surprenant et grandiose canyon de Colca avec ses ramasseurs de cochenille; une étape farniente sur le lac Titicaca avec l'hospitalité chaleureuse des habitants de l'Ile d'Aman Tani; puis le trek de Choquequiraw, véritable enchantement des yeux, visite d'un site Inca très peu connu des touristes car il n'est accessible qu'après 2 jours de marche et se situe à 3000 m d'altitude, dépaysement total dans ses immensités sauvages et les sommets majestueux de la cordillère Vilcabamba. Nous découvrons aussi le chaleureux accueil des péruviens qui sont prêts à tout pour nous satisfaire alors que leur vie est très rude. La fin du trek nous emmène dans la vallée de l'Urubamba qui a été dévastée par les pluies diluviennes du printemps; le Machu Pichu nous apparaît au lever du soleil pour nous dévoiler tous ses secrets. Retour à Cuzco, ville royale dont le rues ont conservés des murs incas et où l'architecture espagnole est dominante comme dans beaucoup de villes du Pérou. Départ pour Lima, puis Huaraz, départ de notre trek dans la cordillère blanche. Malgré la pluie, les magnifiques sommets glaciaires à 6000m comme l'Alpamayo nous ont émerveillés.
Grand bravo aux guides, à l'équipe des muletiers et des cuisiniers, à Suzanna et bien sûr à Carlos qui nous a accueilli dans ce pays magique. Je reviendrais et ne manquerais pas de faire appel à vous. Marie-Aimée
Cultural Huaraz
This short tour gives you a chance to view the Peruvian Andean landscape as you travel between Lima and Huaraz. In Huaraz you will have two days of exploring and enjoying the scenery, as well as guided tours to the site of Chavin and the Llanganuco Lakes
Itinerary
Day 1 ARRIVE HUARAZ
This morning you will travel by local bus from Lima to Huaraz. This is an 8 hour ride and gives you a good opportunity to view the scenery. Transfer to your hotel/hostel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Day 2 HUARAZ – CHAVIN - HUARAZ
A day tour to the site of Chavin de Huantar. The Chavin Culture is the oldest, major culture in Peru (1300 - 400 BC). The ruins at Chavin de Huantar consist of a large main square which has a staircase leading into the “Castillo”. This is a three-storey, 13 metre high building which houses many chambers and tunnels – many of them underground. There are no windows or doors (other than the main entrance) but the whole complex was so well-designed that there is virtually no mustiness. A 4 metre high stone dagger can be found in the heart of the building.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
- Meals
- B
Day 3 HUARAZ – LLANGANUCO LAKES & CARAZ
Pick up from your hotel to start your tour to the beautiful twin lakes of Llanganuco, passing by the covered city of Yungay. This city was covered by an avalanche in 1970 after a strong earthquake on the 31st of May. After visiting the lakes, you descend down to the new town of Yungay, from where you continue on to Caraz, where you will have lunch in a local restaurant. You will also have an opportunity to visit the local markets before returning to Huaraz for the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
- Meals
- B, L
Day 4 HUARAZ - OUT
Transfer from your hotel to the bus station. You return to Lima by bus.
Meals - B
- Meals
- B
What is Included:
- Hostal/Hotel in Huaraz
Transfer to and from the bus station to your hotel in Huaraz
English and Spanish speaking local guides
Transportation to and from sites
Bus from Lima to Huaraz and return to Lima
What is not Included:
- Entrance fees
National or international flights
Medical insurance
Tips to staff
Meals
Alcoholic Drinks, Laundry and any other Personal Expenses
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