Trip introduction
Cusco, being the capital of tourism in Peru, offers travelers many alternatives for adventure sports activities, among which we can find zip lines in the Raqchi area, very close to the town of Chinchero. This activity will give you the option to cross through cables between mountains and enjoy an enchanting landscape from another perspective of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Responsible Travel.
By booking this trip, you will be helping provide a special Christmas breakfast for low income children in Cusco.
Overview
We will fly as if we were an Andean condor, crossing the mountains from one side to the other by perfectly insured cables to enjoy unique views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas from above, we will cross a hanging bridge giving more excitement to our tour accompanied by a highly professional team. qualified.
**** This activity is quite safe and is certified under international quality standards. All the equipment used is professional line, mostly the PETZL brand is used in safety harnesses, ropes, carabiners, etc. Our guides are trained to provide you with the best care and information on the correct use of the equipment.
Day 1: CUSCO – CHINCHERO - RAQCHI – CUSCO
First of all, we will pick you up at your hotel and leave the city where our journey to Racchi will begin. The place is located in the upper part of what is known as the Sacred Valley, this makes the landscape impressive with views of the snowy Chicon.
Already in this place, part of our team of guides will be ready to give us an informative talk on safety and what aspects we must take into account to have a good experience doing this adventure activity.
Then we will start the moment of adrenaline crossing some nearby mountains from end to end giving us the impression as if we were flying in the middle of the Cusqueños Andes and before finishing we will take the opportunity to cross a Tibetan bridge giving our tour more excitement.
On the way back to Cusco we will make a brief stop at the textile centers of Chinchero where we can take the opportunity to learn about and discover the process of spinning the fabrics, which in many cases takes time as this is a process with many details since only natural colors are used. for its preparation.
And finally we will be arriving in the city of Cusco at approximately 1:00 pm.WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR THIS TREK?
- Pick-up from your hotel for start the trip
- Private Tourist transportation round trip
- English speaking professional guide
- First Aid kit
- Professional equipment for the zipline
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- Drinks
- Tips for the driver, guide
BENEFITS OF TRAVELING WITH TERRA PERU AVENTURAS
- Assistance 24/7 a week in English.
- Qualified professionals on all tours
- Professional Guides in English on all tours
- Free transfer from the airport to the hotel
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read the following information carefully. This will help you resolve your doubts and/or questions about our services
ARRIVAL IN CUSCO
All our services start at the airport of the city of Cusco where our driver will be waiting for the arrival of your flight to be able to drive you to the hotel of your choice, this service has no additional cost.
For which it is necessary that you provide us with your flight details and confirmation 1 or 2 days before your arrival in the city, our staff will be waiting with the Terra Peru Aventuras sign which you have to locate.
THE BRIEFING
The briefing is the information that is provided to our clients prior to a trip, this will be done one night before the selected activity at the hotel of their stay. In general, the schedule will depend on the other activities that you have planned to carry out, but many times it usually takes place between 6 and 7 at night.
HOW CAN I BOOK THE ZIP LINE TOURS?
To start a reservation, the first thing we request is your personal data along with the details of the date you would like to do the walk, then we will request an advance payment of 40% of the total value of the walk in order to generate the purchase of the necessary tickets for the tour.
After the deposit, our reservation staff will send you the confirmation of the reservation of the Tour which will include the DATE, NAME OF THE TOUR, PERSONAL DATA OF THE CLIENT, AMOUNT DEPOSITED AND AMOUNT PENDING PAYABLE UPON ARRIVAL IN THE CITY.
Terra Peru Aventuras offers you different payment methods depending on your needs, from bank deposits, transfers via Wester Union, as well as PayPal (consider +8% to the deposit to be made for reasons of bank commissions)
WHEN DO I MAKE THE FINAL PAYMENT OF THE TOUR?
In general, the total payment must be made upon arrival, we recommend making the payment in cash, due to commission issues from international banks that may be unfavorable to you in case you want to make a payment with your credit card. Our staff gives you more details about it.
CAN I CHANGE THE DEPARTURE DATE AFTER I HAVE PURCHASED THE TICKETS?
For all our tours with the exception of Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Salkantay, yes! is possible to modify the date without any cost, this must be communicated to our staff as soon as possible in order to carry out the procedures for the modification with a new date.
WHAT HAPPENS WITH ALTITUDE SICKNESS?
Any good experience will depend on a good physical condition, if you practice any physical activity regularly you should not worry about a possible altitude sickness, however as an additional recommendation we suggest acclimatizing, in this sense you should consider spending at least 3 days to do some walk and 1 day to be able to carry out some activity or cultural tour.
There are medications that could achieve better acclimatization, but since we are not doctors, we suggest you drink plenty of water and coca infusions to achieve better acclimatization.
WHEN THE TOUR ENDS, DO YOU TAKE US TO THE HOTEL?
Everything will depend on the style of travel that you chose. Our clients who travel in a private service have the option of ending the tours at their hotel. However, those who opt for a group tour, our tour ends in the Plaza Regocijo or close to it so that you can walk without any worries to your hotel.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?
- Small backpack
- Confortable shoes
- Jacket and mountain pants, not jeans
- Fleece
- Camera
- Sunscreen: sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses
- Rain jacket and/or rain poncho
- Water bottle
- personal first-aid kit (if you have any personal medication, you must take it with you)
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, tips
- Toilet paper
- Personal documents (Passport)