Inkilltambo

The name Inkilltambo comes from Quechua, meaning "Flowery Rest Stop" or "Garden Tambo". Built during the reign of Inca Emperor Wiracocha and expanded by Pachacutec, the site originally functioned as an important tambo (administrative relay station and rest stop) for chasquis (Inca messengers) traveling along the Antisuyo road toward the eastern jungle.

The trail leads down into a quiet canyon filled with native Polylepis trees, eucalyptus groves, and bubbling streams. The restored complex features multi-tiered agricultural terraces, carved limestone shrines, rectangular stone enclosures, and intricate water channels.

08:00 AM:Pick up form your accommodation Transportation to Villa San Blas, starting on foot towards the first atrraction. (Alternatively, we could start in Mesa Redonda archeologycal place, it takes 30 minutes more walking.)

09:00 - 10:15 AM: Explore Kusilluchayoc & Temple of the Moon Arrive at Kusilluchayoc to admire its carved stone figures. Continue a short distance to the Temple of the Moon, exploring the cavernous ceremonial chambers and niche altars carved straight into the rock outcrop..

10:15 AM – 11:30 AM: Hike the Qhapaq Ñan to Inkilltambo Follow an original section of the Inca Trail (Antisuyo route) downhill into the eucalyptus valley. Enjoy the quiet forest trail, crossing wooden footbridges over small streams..

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Guided Tour & Lunch at Inkilltambo Spend 1–2 hours exploring the Inkilltambo terraces, water channels, and ceremonial plazas. Enjoy a packed box lunch at the picnic areas surrounded by nature.

1:30 AM – 02:15 AM: Hiking to kallachaqa Follow an downhill road into the eucalyptus valley. Enjoy the quiet forest trail, crossing wooden footbridges over small streams.

02:15 PM – 3:15 PM: Explore kallachaqa archealogical place Complete the loop via Kallachaka Bridge and the Huayracpunku viewpoint,

03:15 PM – 04:00 PM: tranportation back to cusco downtown Hike back up along the exit to huayracpunku neighborhood, enjoying an short and faster walk back to the transport vehicle.

Kusilluchayoc (Temple of the Monkeys): An ancient rock shrine carved with reliefs of animals, including monkeys and felines.

Templo de la Luna (Temple of the Moon): A sacred ceremonial cave carved into a single massive limestone rock, historically used for fertility rituals and moon worship.

Inkilltambo Archaeological Complex: The central gem featuring polished stone niches, running water fountains, and sprawling terraces.

Kallachaka Bridge & Colonial Kilns: Historic stone bridges and remnants of Spanish colonial lime/tile kilns integrated into the trail.

360° Viewpoint: Panoramic views overlooking the valley, the city of Cusco, and Mount Ausangate in the distance.

Includes:

 Pick up from your hotel.
 Transportation during all the tour.
 Professional bilingual guide.
 entrance tickets
 Lunch in a touristic restaurant.

Not Includes:

bikes (optional)
 drinks
 snacks

PRICES 2026

N° people	1 Person	2 People	3 People	more people
Group	35 USD	30 USD	25 USD	23 USD
Private	150 USD	125 USD	105 USD	95 USD

private service: includes – entrance tickets to archaeological places and lunch(buffete).

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Acclimatization: Because the elevation stays around 3,500–3,600 meters, this is an ideal warm-up hike for your first or second day in Cusco before tackling higher treks like Salkantay or the Inca Trail.

Packing: Bring 1.5–2 liters of water, sun protection (hat and sunscreen), comfortable trail shoes, and snacks or a packed lunch.

Navigation: Offline maps (such as Maps.me or AllTrails) are recommended if hiking self-guided, as signage along the trial can be sparse.

When to book a trek: trek permits are not required for this trek. Departure dates depend on availability of the group.

Group size: minimum 03 people, typical group size 7 – 8 people, maximum 12 people.