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Quelccaya Glacier Day Tour from Cusco

Hasta 12 Personas Group size
4,650 m / 15,190 pies Maximum altitude
Moderado Difficulty level

Quelccaya Glacier Day Tour from Cusco, stop by stop

A high-altitude day trip with breakfast in Cusipata, glacier views, lunch in Phinaya, and stops at Sibinacocha and Checacupe.

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    CuscoPickup and return area
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    CusipataBreakfast stop
  3. 3
    Quelccaya GlacierGlacier area for orientation; the marker does not show the trail.
  4. 4
    PhinayaÀ la carte lunch

Reference road to Phinaya

Road orientation map towards Phinaya. Glacier access depends on weather and local instructions; entry to ice caves is not guaranteed.

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Why book with Machupicchu Luna Tours

Transport from Cusco

The agency coordinates pick-up and return in one day.

Breakfast in Cusipata

The buffet breakfast is scheduled before the drive to the plateau.

Bilingual guide

The guide accompanies the group and explains access limits around the glacier.

Lunch in Phinaya

The programme includes a lunch stop before the return.

Sibinacocha stop

The glacial lake offers another perspective on the Vilcanota landscape.

Checacupe bridges

The bridge stop is scheduled on the return leg.

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Itinerary

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Quelccaya Glacier Day Tour from Cusco

03:20–03:50 · Pick-up. Pick-up in Cusco and drive to Cusipata for breakfast.

High plateau and Quelccaya Glacier. Continue across the high plateau. The itinerary allows about 15 minutes on foot from the parking area; the visit depends on weather and open access.

Lunch in Phinaya. Stop for an à la carte lunch before the return leg.

Sibinacocha, Checacupe and return. The itinerary includes stops at the lake and the bridges of Checacupe. Return near Cusco’s Plaza de Armas around 20:00, depending on conditions.

Places to visit

Cusipata
Quelccaya
Phinaya
Sibinacocha
Checacupe

Inclusions

Included

  • Pick-up in central Cusco and round-trip transport.
  • Professional bilingual guide.
  • First-aid kit and oxygen.
  • Vegetarian or special meals by prior arrangement.
  • Buffet breakfast and à la carte lunch.

Not included

  • Admission; confirm the current fee.
  • Services not listed.

Before Traveling

  • Allow time to acclimatise in Cusco before the tour.
  • Bring warm layers, a waterproof jacket, water, sun protection and shoes with good grip.
  • Follow your guide and stay within permitted areas.

Important

Road orientation map towards Phinaya. Glacier access depends on weather and local instructions; entry to ice caves is not guaranteed.

Packing List

  • Allow time to acclimatise in Cusco before the tour.
  • Bring warm layers, a waterproof jacket, water, sun protection and shoes with good grip.
  • Follow your guide and stay within permitted areas.

Prices

Ask Machupicchu Luna Tours for the rate and availability on your travel date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can timings change?Yes. Timings are approximate and depend on route conditions and group pace.
What should I confirm before booking?Road orientation map towards Phinaya. Glacier access depends on weather and local instructions; entry to ice caves is not guaranteed.
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