Qoyllor’ity Sacred Pilgimage
with Andres Adasme

Arrival & Welcome

• Welcome to Cusco!

• After arrival and check in at the hotel, we encourage you to take a short walk through the cobblestone streets of the city to acclimate to the high altitude and immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of Cusco. We will meet at the hotel in the evening for a briefing on the adventure that’s about to begin.

  • Overnight in Cusco

  • Meals included: D

Cusco & Sacsayhuaman

• The day starts with a tour of Cusco unlike any other. We will learn about the controversial dating of its foundation, and about the mesmerising connections between the layout of the ancient city and the stars. We’ll see and touch Cusco’s different layers of construction, testimony of old civilizations that left each a stone footprint for future generations.

• A nice welcoming lunch is included today at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will make our way to the stunning site of Sacsaywaman, a simply unmissable stop for anyone trying to fathom the monumental genius of Cusco’s first settlers.

  • Overnight in Cusco Meals included: B,L

Ñaupa Iglesia / Ollantaytambo

• Today, prepare to visit another two jewels of ancient architectural mastery. We’ll leave Cusco after breakfast and head to the Sacred Valley, where we’ll first stop for a visit to the enigmatic complex of Ñaupa Iglesia, almost unknown to tourists. In this place rich of sacred significance, we will deliver a Pachamama offering, led by our friend and Pampamisayoq from the Ocongate Community, Marcelino.

• We will spend the afternoon walking around the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, whose fabulous architectural setting still leaves us astonished by the size, originality and detail of its structures. We will proceed to go to our eco-lodge, where we will enjoy a warm meal and a good rest.

  • Fire pit and overnight in Ollantaytambo

  • Meals included: B,L,D

Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu

• Today is a big day. Exploring Machu Picchu will be an experience that is nothing short of magical and incomparably richer than that of a typical tourist. We will immerse ourselves in a one-of-a-kind, timeless experience as we visit South America's most important old citadel through the eyes of a world-class expert. Our day will start early with a spectacular hike on Huayna Picchu, the imposing mountain that can be seen in the backdrop of any image of the Inca citadel. It’s a unique experience to catch a view from the other side - and possibly the most breathtaking view of all. We’ll be back for lunch at the base, where we’ll refresh and collect our energies for our private tour into the citadel. Be ready to travel back in time and far into the Universe for the next few hours, as this experience will write its own chapter in your memory books. We will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes in the late afternoon, and spend the night in town.

  • Overnight in Aguas Calientes

  • Meals included: B,L,D

Sacred Valley / Lamay

• This morning, after breakfast, we will embark on a train journey to Ollantaytambo. Our initial destination will be the pre-Inca site of Urco, an ancient temple revered for its connection to water, acoording to archaeological findings. Our journey then takes us to the quaint Inca town of Calca, where we will browse through a market displaying fresh organic produce from the nearby jungle and mountains. At Lamay lodge, a delectable lunch awaits, featuring a taste of local tradition with dishes like pachamanca, cooked the way it's meant to be.

• In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the sacred sounds of ancient instruments, during a private concert performed by skilled traditional musicians.

  • Fire pit and overnight at Lamay lodge

  • Meals included: B,L,D

Ocongate / Azulqocha

• Fueled by a hearty breakfast, we will make our way to towards the base of Mount Ausangate. Along the way, we'll have the opportunity to explore fascinating sites like the Qoyasuyu gate, reaching the town of Ocongate after lunch. Marcelino will then join our group, guiding us along the mountain trails to locate the perfect spot for our activities and ceremonies. This will certainly be a day to remember, an absolutely unique experience in the company of a local Q’ero, taking us to a next level of immersion into the roots of ancient Andean civilizations.

  • Fire pit and overnight in Ocongate

  • Meals included: B,L,D

Qoyllor’ity Pilgrimage

• The sacred pilgrimage starts in the little town of Mahuallani, where we begin our hike uphill, surrounded by high peaks and friendly alpacas. Nearing the sacred site, reverence fills the air. Prayers and music weave through the incense-laden breeze, locals chew coca leaves with solemnity. Despite the flocks of pilgrims, a sense of peace and tranquility greets us as we reach the sacred center of the pilgrimage site. The energy here is almost palpable, and you can feel the presence of countless pilgrims who have journeyed here before us. We take a moment to reflect and offer our own prayers and intentions before continuing on our journey. We will spend the night at Kind Human private camp.

• Dinner, fire pit and overnight at Sinakara Mt.

  • Meals included: B,L,D

Lake ceremony / Cusco

• The full moon will meet the sun in a miraculous encounter at the sunrise. The light of the dawn reflected on the ice crystals creates a dazzling spectacle for the eyes, a moment of pure, unspoiled magic. Fill this Present with joy and gratitude. It is a sacred time where the connection with the earth is renewed and the interconnection of all forms of life is celebrated. The pilgrims gather around the lagoon and the glacier, honoring its power, beauty, and bounty. The ceremony includes chants, dances, offerings, and other expressions of gratitude to nature and the life force that emanates from the glacier.

• We head back to Cusco after lunch by private van.

  • Overnight in Cusco

  • Meals included: B,L

Farewell

• After a journey filled with immersive experiences in Andean culture, its architecture, astronomy, and the extraordinary Qollor'ity festival, gratitude remains. The memory will be imbued with beautiful images, the soul enriched by truly unique moments. On this final day, the experience will be topped off with a visit to The Pre-Colombian Art Museum of Cusco. Enjoy a guided tour showcasing the stunning artifacts and jewelry on display in a beautifully curated exhibit.

• Farewell lunch

• Transfers to airport

• Flights back home

  • Meals included: B, Farewell lunch