Overview

Duration

Type tour

Difficulty

Easy

Altitude

Acomodation

Group size

Min 2 Passengers

Have you heard about the Qeswachaka Bridge? It’s the last remaining Inca Bridge today, kept alive by the locals from various nearby communities. Every year, more than 800 people come together, bringing lots of ichu grass, and spend just four days to renew it. If you want to experience this 600-year-old Incan legacy, join us on this tour to witness one of Cusco’s top attractions.

What to Expect:

On this tour, you’ll travel to the village of Quehue. Get ready to walk across this stunning 30-meter-long bridge and feel the thrill of balancing over the Apurímac River. If you visit in June, you’ll see the local communities gather to dismantle the old bridge and rebuild it anew. This event, recognized as a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, features ancient rituals and vibrant celebrations. Plus, you’ll get to visit the famous Four Lagoons—a journey filled with history and tradition you won’t want to miss.

Trip Details

Tour Details:

Attractions: Qeswachaka (Last Inca Bridge)
Type of Tour: Cultural, Nature, Adventure
Duration: Full Day
Difficulty: Easy
Availability: Every day (advance booking required)
Elevation: Min: 3,300 meters | Max: 3,700 meters
Group Types: Private (Minimum 2 people)

Itinerary One-Day Qeswachaka Inca Bridge Tour

DAY 1: CUSCO – FOUR LAGOONS – QESWACHAKA

Your day starts in Cusco with a hotel pick-up around 7 a.m., heading southwest. After nearly two hours of travel, you’ll visit the four lagoons: Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnaqocha, and Pampamarca (or Tungasuca). Enjoy some peaceful time by the lagoons before moving on to the small volcanic site near the village of Yanaoca.

Next, you’ll reach the Apurímac River and the impressive Inca Bridge. This hanging Inca Bridge is made from ichu fiber and spans the Apurímac River in Quehue district. The bridge has been around since Inca times and is renewed annually by locals from the four surrounding communities. Before starting the renovation, they offer a tribute to Pachamama (Mother Earth) as a sign of respect and gratitude.

You’ll have the chance to cross the Inca Bridge up to two times if you dare—it might seem easy, but crossing it will give you a rush of excitement, making you feel like a Chaski (Inca messenger). On your way back to Kanas, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the village. Then, make a final stop at the colonial Inca Bridge in Combapata, where you can compare the differences between the two bridges. The tour wraps up in Cusco around 5:00 p.m.