Begin your journey with a pickup from your accommodation in Cusco at 3:00 AM. Travel for approximately 5 hours through the silent landscapes of the Andean highlands. Admire mountains, rivers, and traditional villages along the way.
Upon arriving in the village of Phinaya, enjoy a comforting Andean breakfast. Recharge and acclimatize to the altitude before continuing. Then, travel for about 1 hour to get closer to the Quelccaya Glacier, the largest tropical glacier in the world. Take in the magnitude of the ice and snow.
From the point where the vehicle route ends, embark on a 1-hour hike to the glacier. Observe crystal-clear lagoons, streams, wild vicuñas, and the imposing mountains of the Vilcanota mountain range. Learn about the geology, history, and climate changes of the area from your guide. Connect with nature and learn about high-altitude ecosystems.
On the way back to Phinaya, enjoy a typical Andean lunch, prepared with fresh local ingredients. Rest and share experiences before starting the return journey to Cusco. During the trip, make a special stop at the Sibinacocha Lagoon, one of the largest and most beautiful in the highlands. Finally, arrive in Cusco around 9:00 PM, concluding an unforgettable day.