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PATH OF THE ANCESTORS: SACRED NIGHT IN THE Q’ERO COMMUNITY

PATH OF THE ANCESTORS: SACRED NIGHT IN THE Q’ERO COMMUNITY

Duration: 2 days From $ USD 395.00

PATH OF THE ANCESTORS: SACRED NIGHT IN THE Q’ERO COMMUNITY

2 days from $ 395 |

Tripadvisor | Min Altitude: 2200msnm (3545 fasl) | Max Altitude: 2200msnm (3545 fasl)
Price From
$ USD 395.00
Duration
2 days
Group Size
Physical Level
Easy

Introduction

The Q’ero community is situated at approximately 4,500 meters above sea level, nestled in the Andean mountain range, where it safeguards and maintains its ancestral culture and traditions, coexisting in a close and harmonious relationship with nature.

It is an energetic, magical, and mysterious place where the Q’ero people take care of their natural deities and where their spiritual guides (P’aqos and Ñustas) remind us of their way of seeing, living, and feeling the world according to their ancestral traditions.

By visiting this circuit, filled with the ancestral knowledge and living culture of Q’eros, travelers will have the privilege of being treated as special guests. They will be able to share a unique and different experience by getting involved with their ceremonies, traditions, culture, gastronomy, and livestock.

Trip Details

  • Location: Cusco – Peru
  • Duration: 2 days / 1 Night
  • Type: Ceremonies, Hiking, and Adventure Tours
  • Destinations: Cusco, Paucartambo, Hualmanlipa, Q’eros Community (Chua Chua).
  • Difficulty: Moderate

Highlights

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Andes with an authentic overnight experience in the Q’ero community, an ancestral Quechua people who are part of the living legacy of the Inca civilization. You will be welcomed by a local family and have the rare opportunity to experience daily life as it has been lived for centuries, in deep connection with the land, the Apus (mountain spirits), and the ancestral wisdom passed down through generations.

As part of this experience, you will visit Apu Huamanlipa, one of the sacred and revered mountains for the local people. There, you will take part in a gratitude ceremony or another spiritual ritual, led by a Q’ero Paqo (spiritual master), depending on the purpose and energy of the group.

You’ll also explore a turquoise lagoon, fed by the glacial meltwaters of the majestic Huamanlipa mountain and surrounded by awe-inspiring views of the high Andean peaks. This site is not only breathtaking in its natural beauty, but also holds deep spiritual significance for the Q’ero people.

This is a truly unique experience that will connect you with what is essential, allowing you to share authentically with the Q’ero, and to discover a way of life rooted in balance, reciprocity, and deep respect for nature.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Cusco – Ninamarca - Paucartambo – Q’ero.

6:30 a.m. – Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
We begin our journey toward the Q’ero community, known as the last Inka Ayllu. Along the way, we’ll enjoy spectacular landscapes of the Andean mountain range, passing through valleys, high passes, and sacred peaks.

Our first stop will be at the archaeological site of Ninamarca, where we’ll observe ancient pre-Inka funerary towers (chullpas). We’ll then continue to the picturesque town of Paucartambo, famous for its folkloric traditions and well-preserved colonial architecture.

After a short rest and an opportunity to buy any last essentials, we’ll continue our journey toward the Q’ero village of Chua Chua, arriving around 2:00 p.m. Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a traditional Andean lunch prepared by our chef with fresh local ingredients.

In the afternoon, we’ll gather for an introductory talk about the spiritual meaning and purpose of the ceremonies we’ll experience during our stay. We’ll then participate in a welcoming and gratitude ceremony led by a Q’ero Paqo (spiritual guide) — a sacred ritual to open the journey with intention and connection.

The day concludes with a traditional dinner, followed by rest in designated tents or local family homes, under the starry Andean sky.

Day 2

Q’ero – Huamalipa – Cusco.

A special day of hiking and deep connection with nature awaits us.
At 6:00 a.m., we’ll begin the morning with hot water and coca tea, followed by a light, energizing breakfast made with local ingredients to prepare us for the day ahead.

We’ll then begin our trek toward Apu Huamanlipa, the most sacred mountain for the local Q’ero people. This 2 to 3-hour hike offers breathtaking scenery, including a vibrant turquoise lagoon fed by glacial melt from the Huamanlipa snow-capped peak, all surrounded by majestic highland landscapes. At the summit, we’ll take part in a ceremony of healing and connection with nature, guided by a Q’ero Paqo (spiritual master), to receive the powerful energies of Apu Huamanlipa.

After this transformative experience, we will return to Chua Chua, where a warm traditional lunch will be waiting for us. Later, we’ll share a meaningful moment with members of the community — a space for cultural exchange, gratitude, and mutual learning.

In the afternoon, we will board our private transportation back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel at approximately 9:30 p.m., bringing this powerful journey to a close.

What to Bring

  • 1 warm jacket – it is very cold at night
  • 1 raincoat and pants
  • 1 wool hat
  • Flashlight: essential
  • Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, the better)
  • comfortable walking shoes
  • Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
  • Quick drying towel. We offer small things, you can enjoy something bigger.

Recommendations

  • Camera and video camera.
  • hand sanitizer gel
  • Toilet paper and a plastic garbage bag.
  • Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, and tips
  • Original passport
  • T-shirts (quick-drying)

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