Ausengate Overnight Tour

About This Tour

Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure in the Ausangate region, home to towering snow-capped peaks, thermal hot springs, and the breathtaking 7 Lakes trek. This tour combines Incan history, Andean landscapes, and local culture for a truly immersive experience. Your private guide will pick you up at 7:00 AM from your hotel, beginning the journey with a 1.5-hour drive to Tipon, an ancient Incan water temple. Here, you’ll learn about the Inca Empire’s advanced hydraulic engineering. The journey continues with a 40-minute drive to Pikillacta, a fascinating pre-Incan archaeological site. After exploring, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch before embarking on a 3-hour scenic drive to Ausangate, where your camp will be set up. Spend the evening relaxing in the hot springs, enjoying a hearty dinner, and stargazing before resting for the night in comfortable tents under the Andean sky.

The next morning, after an early breakfast, you will begin the 7 Lakes hike, a moderate 12 km (7.5 mi) trek at elevations between 4,200m – 4,600m (13,780ft – 15,090ft). Along the way, you’ll see alpacas, llamas, weavers, and stunning Andean lakes. After lunch and some relaxation, the team will pack up camp, and by 2:00 PM, you will begin the return journey to Cusco.

Highlights

1. Private Hotel Pickup at 7:00 AM & Transportation
   Enjoy a comfortable 1.5-hour drive to Tipon and a 40-minute drive to Pikillacta before heading to Ausangate.
2. Guided Exploration of Tipon & Pikillacta

• Visit Tipon, an ancient Incan water temple, and learn about its hydraulic system.
• Explore Pikillacta, an expansive pre-Incan Wari archaeological site.

1. Freshly Prepared Lunch & Camp Setup at Ausangate
   Your cook will prepare a delicious meal before heading toward Ausangate for camp setup.
2. Relax in Ausangate Hot Springs
   Soak in thermal hot springs with stunning views of the glacier-capped peaks before a delicious dinner prepared by your cook. End the night with incredible stargazing before sleeping in your tent.
3. Early Morning Breakfast & 7 Lakes Hike

• Hike 12 km (7.5 mi) at altitudes between 4,200m-4,600m (13,780ft – 15,090ft).
• Witness Andean weavers, alpacas, llamas, and breathtaking landscapes.
• Enjoy plenty of time to take photos and soak in the natural beauty.

1. Lunch & Return to Cusco
   After the hike, enjoy a hearty lunch, relax, and then begin the return journey to Cusco around 2:00 PM.