Cusco

About this hike

Historic city and starting point of the trek. At an altitude of 11,155 ft, Cusco offers a mix of culture, history, and natural beauty. This easy 10-mile walk through the city takes around 2-3 hours and is perfect for acclimatization, with beautiful colonial architecture and Inca ruins to explore along the way. Sitting at 3,400 m (11,152 ft), it is a city full of history, culture, and stunning colonial architecture, built atop ancient Inca foundations. It’s also the main starting point for treks to Machu Picchu.