Q’ESWACHAKA BRIDGE
During the time of the Inca Empire, there existed an extensive road network known as the Qhapaq Ñan, which connected different Andean territories and allowed people to cross the complex geography of the Andes. As part of this extraordinary engineering system, suspension bridges made of plant fibers were built—an ancestral technology passed down from generation to generation.
Among them stands out Q’eswachaka, the last Inca suspension bridge still in use, traditionally rebuilt every year for more than 600 years, becoming a living symbol that connects the past with the present.
Located over the imposing Apurímac River, at an altitude of 3,700 m.a.s.l., Q’eswachaka comes to life when more than 1,000 inhabitants from four Andean communities gather to rebuild it through an ancestral ritual full of cultural significance. This tradition was recognized in 2013 by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Crossing the Q’eswachaka Bridge is a unique experience that invites visitors to travel back in time and connect with the living heritage of the Inca civilization.
Information:
The tour begins with hotel pickup between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., heading toward the Southern Valley of Cusco. Along the way, we will pass through small traditional villages in the region.
Our first stop will be in the town of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast. Immediately afterward, we will continue to the Combapata Viewpoint.
Later, we will make a short stop at the Mini Volcano of the Pabellones, a unique geological formation, and then pass through Yanaoca, one of the eight districts of the province of Canas, recognized for its cultural and scenic importance.
We will continue our journey for approximately one more hour until reaching the district of Q’ewe, where the famous Inca Bridge of Q’eswachaka is located. This ancestral bridge is made of plant fiber, measures 28.67 meters in length, and is situated at an altitude of 3,600 meters.
To reach the bridge, we will descend a series of zigzag paths that lead us to the Apurímac River canyon, with the ancestral bridge gradually coming into view.
We will have enough time to explore this important tourist attraction of Cusco and enjoy the natural surroundings of the Apurímac Canyon.
After visiting the Inca Bridge, we will head to Mosoc Llaqta, a historic site where the house of Túpac Amaru II is located. There, we will take a guided visit to learn more about his legacy.
Later, we will continue to the Four Lagoons Circuit: Pampamarca, Asnacqocha, Acopia, and Pomacanchi.
After the tour, we will return to Cusipata, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch.
Finally, we will head back to the city of Cusco, with an estimated arrival time around 4:00 p.m.
¿What 's included?
INCLUDED:
- Pickup from hotel or hostel
- Professional guide
- Tourist transportation
- Breakfast and lunch
- First aid kit (including emergency oxygen tank)
NOT INCLUDED:
- Entrance fee to Q’eswachaka Bridge: Foreigners S/ 20
- Drinks
Prices:
¿What Should I Bring?
¿What to bring for the Q’eswachaka Bridge Tour?
To fully enjoy this cultural and scenic experience, we recommend bringing only what is necessary and leaving the rest of your belongings at the hotel:
- Comfortable clothing suitable for hiking
- Water bottle or canteen
- Camera with extra batteries
- Sun protection items: sunglasses, hat or cap
- Light snacks (energy bars, dried fruits, chocolates, etc.)
- Cash for personal expenses
FULL DAY
From:
$41.00
per person
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