08:00 hrs. We will begin our journey from Ayacucho toward Vilcashuamán, crossing the high-Andean landscapes of the Ayacucho puna and reaching approximately 4300 m / 14,108 ft. Along the way, we will visit the Manallasaq Puyas Raimondi Forest, also known as titanka, an emblematic Andean plant that flowers only once during its biological cycle.
We will continue to Pumacocha Lagoon, located beside the Intihuatana Archaeological Complex. Here, we will explore important Inca structures such as the tower and the Inca Baths. We will then arrive at the Vilcashuamán Inca Citadel, where we will visit the Main Plaza, the Temple of the Sun and Moon, the Inca Palace, the Sun Gate, and the monumental Ushno.
16:00 hrs. We will begin our return journey to Ayacucho. 19:30 hrs. The tour will end at the starting point, located one block from Ayacucho’s Main Square.
Places to visit
Manallasaq Puyas Raimondi Forest
Pumacocha Lagoon
Intihuatana Archaeological Complex
Vilcashuamán Inca Citadel
Day details
4300 m / 14,108 ftMaximum altitude
Note: As the route reaches elevations above 4,000 m, proper acclimatization is recommended. Bring water, sunscreen, and warm clothing for the high-Andean areas.
