Q’eswachaka Bridge Tour
Full Day
Up to 12 travelers
3,700 m / 12,139 ft
Easy to Moderate
Overview
This cultural route crosses the southern countryside of Cusco toward the Apurímac River canyon. Along the way, viewpoints over the Four Lakes break up the drive and reveal a less-visited side of the region.
Q'eswachaka Bridge Tour: what to expect
Q’eswachaka is a living work of engineering rather than a static monument. Quechua-speaking communities renew the bridge each year using plant fibers and knowledge passed through generations, a tradition recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.
Highlights of the route
- South Cusco route: Morning departure with scenic stops around the highland lake circuit.
- Community landscape: Continue through rural communities while the guide introduces local history and customs.
- Q’eswachaka: Guided visit to the bridge and canyon viewpoint before lunch and the return drive.
Itinerary
South Cusco route
Cusco – Four Lakes
Morning departure with scenic stops around the highland lake circuit.
Community landscape
Canas province – Quehue
Continue through rural communities while the guide introduces local history and customs.
Q’eswachaka
Apurímac canyon – Q'eswachaka – Cusco
Guided visit to the bridge and canyon viewpoint before lunch and the return drive.
What's Included
- Pre-tour coordination
- Professional bilingual guide
- Round-trip tourist transport
- First-aid kit and emergency oxygen
- Small-group assistance
- Tourist entrance fees unless expressly stated
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
- Services or activities not described in the itinerary
What Should You Bring?
- Passport or ID
- Water
- Sun protection
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm layers
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Small amount of cash