In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for Chavin de Huantar. Visit of the archaeological site that used to be, more than 2500 years ago, an important pilgrimage centre, where people traveled great distances to bring offerings in order to consult the prestigious oracle of the temple. In the late morning, return by road and transfer to the hotel in Huaraz. Free time at the end of the day. Meals open. Please note: around 70 miles.
In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for the Llanganuco Lagoon. Arrival at the edge of the lagoon and its turquoise waters, then climb to the Portchuelo pass, at an altitude of 4767 meters above sea level. Unobstructed view over the White Cordillera and its peaks, with some culminating at more than 6000 meters. Return by road and transfer to the hotel in Huaraz. Meals open.
In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for the Paron Lagoon, one of the largest lakes of the White Cordillera, with turquoise waters, and surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Return by road and transfer to the hotel in Huaraz. Cold lunch included. Dinner open. Hiking time: around 6 hours; Distance: 9 miles; Elevation gain: + 170 meters – 170 meters.
In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for the Lagoon 69, situated at the base of Chacraraju, at an altitude of 6112 meters above sea level. Observation of the surrounding glaciers including Huascaran, culminating at 6768 meters. Return by road and transfer to the hotel in Huaraz. Cold lunch included. Dinner open. Hiking time: around 6 hours; Distance: 13 miles; Elevation gain: + 650 meters – 650 meters.
In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for Pitec. After three hours of travel time, we start hiking to Lake Churup and its strangely-shaped banks and waters of variable colors. Descent to the village of Unchus. Return by road in local transportation and transfer to the hotel in Huaraz. Cold lunch included. Dinner open. Hiking time: around 7 to 8 hours; Distance: 9 miles; Elevation gain: + 585 meters – 1100 meters.
Day dedicated to a walk below 3800 meters high, at the heart of the communities of the White Cordillera. Night at Huaraz. Lunch included (picnic). Dinner open. Duration of the walk: 4 to 5 hours; Distance: 12 kilometers; Height difference: + 590 meters – 590 meters.