KIND HUMAN EXPEDITIONS

Welcome to Cusco! After arrival and check in at the hotel, we encourage you to take a short walk through to acclimate to the high altitude and immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of Cusco. We will meet in the evening for a briefing on the adventure that’s about to begin.

The day starts with a tour of Cusco unlike any other. We will learn about the controversial dating of its foundation, and about the mesmerising connections between the layout of the ancient city and the stars. After lunch, we will make our way to the stunning site of Sacsaywaman, a simply unmissable stop for anyone trying to fathom the monumental genius of Cusco’s first settlers.

We’ll leave Cusco after breakfast and head to the Sacred Valley, where we’ll first stop for a visit to the enigmatic complex of Ñaupa Iglesia, almost unknown to tourists. Here, we will take part in a Pachamama offering led by our friend and Pampamisayoq Marcelino. We will spend the afternoon walking around the astonishing archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. We will proceed to go to our eco-lodge for a warm dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Exploring Machu Picchu will be an experience that is nothing short of magical and incomparably richer than that of a typical tourist. We will immerse ourselves in a one-of-a-kind, timeless experience as we visit South America's most important old citadel through the eyes of a world-class expert. Be ready to travel back in time and far into the Universe for the next few hours, as this experience will write its own chapter in your memory books. We will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes in the late afternoon, and spend the night in town.

This morning we will embark on a train journey to Ollantaytambo. Our initial destination will be the pre-Inca site of Urco, an ancient temple revered for its connection to water. Our journey then takes us to the quaint Inca town of Calca, where we will browse through a market displaying fresh produce from the nearby jungle and mountains. At Lamay lodge, a hyper-traditional Pachamanca lunch awaits. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the sacred sounds of ancient instruments during a private concert by local musicians.

After breakfast, we will make our way to towards the base of Mount Ausangate. Along the way we'll have the opportunity to explore fascinating sites like the Qoyasuyu gate, reaching the town of Ocongate after lunch. Marcelino will then join our group, guiding us along the mountain trails to locate the perfect spot for our activities and ceremonies.

The sacred pilgrimage starts in the little town of Mahuallani, where we begin our hike uphill, surrounded by high peaks and friendly alpacas. Despite the flocks of pilgrims, a sense of peace and tranquility greets us as we reach the sacred center of the pilgrimage site. We take a moment to reflect and offer our own prayers and intentions before continuing on our journey. We will spend the night at Kind Human private camp.

The full moon will meet the sun in a miraculous encounter at the sunrise. The pilgrims gather around the lagoon and the glacier, honoring its power, beauty, and bounty. The ceremony includes chants, dances, offerings, and other expressions of gratitude to nature and the life force that emanates from the glacier. We head back to Cusco after lunch by private van.

On this final day we will enjoy a private visit to The Pre-Colombian Art Museum of Cusco, followed by a farewell lunch and transfer to the airport.