We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:30 a.m. to set off toward the South Valley. At 6:30 a.m., stop in Cusipata for an energizing breakfast, then continue through stunning Andean vistas photographing the four famous lagoons: Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnacocha, and Pampamarca. Around 9:30 a.m., arrive in Canas province where your guide presents safety guidelines and the fascinating 600-year history of the bridge. At 11:30 a.m., take a scenic panoramic walk and optionally cross the handwoven ichu-grass bridge over the Apurimac River gorge. At 1:00 p.m., experience an authentic cultural demonstration on how braided ropes (q’oya) are woven together. Enjoy a rewarding buffet lunch in Cusipata at 2:00 p.m. before returning to Cusco around 6:00 p.m..
