See Huaraz
from new heights.
Four days of turquoise lakes, mountain valleys, ancient temples and striking glacier scenery.
Blue lakes.
Ancient temples.
Mountain air.
Discover the highland towns and glacial landscapes of the Huaraz region, from Llanganuco's blue waters to the ancient ceremonial center of Chavín de Huántar and the ice-covered slopes of Pastoruri.
Take the scenic road through the Callejón de Huaylas, cross the mountains toward Chavín de Huántar, and explore the glacier landscapes of Huascarán National Park.
The places you'll
remember most.
Glacial lakes, ancient architecture and dramatic mountain landscapes define this four-day route.
Llanganuco Lagoon
Glacial-blue waters beneath the Cordillera Blanca.
Chavín de Huántar
Stone temples and passages from Peru's ancient past.
Pastoruri Glacier
A high-Andean landscape of rock, snow and ice.
Four days around Huaraz.
Open each day for the route details and photographs of the places mentioned in the itinerary.
Day 01 Callejón de Huaylas & Llanganuco Lagoon Huaraz → Callejón de Huaylas → Llanganuco · Highland towns & mountain lake · lunch
Settle into Huaraz, visit towns of the Callejón de Huaylas and see the waters of Llanganuco below the Andes.
Upon arrival, meet your representative at the bus station and transfer to your hotel in Huaraz. Begin a full-day excursion into the Callejón de Huaylas, the valley framed by the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra.
The itinerary includes visits to towns such as Carhuaz, Recuay, Caraz and Yungay, each offering a look at life in the Áncash highlands.
Continue to Llanganuco Lagoon for mountain views and the striking glacial waters, with the snow-covered Huascarán massif rising nearby. Lunch is listed for this day.
Day 02 Chavín de Huántar & Querococha Lake Huaraz → Querococha → Chavín de Huántar · Archaeology & mountain route · lunch
Cross a dramatic Andean route to one of Peru's earliest major ceremonial archaeological sites.
After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Chavín de Huántar, an ancient temple complex with stone passageways, tunnels and channels. The source itinerary dates its construction to around 800 BC.
The journey also takes in the scenery of Querococha Lake and the Cordillera Blanca. The route passes through the high-mountain Cahuish tunnel, also commonly spelled Kahuish.
Lunch is listed as part of the Day 2 excursion.
Day 03 Huascarán National Park & Pastoruri Glacier Huaraz → Huascarán National Park · Glacier excursion & nature
Explore the mountain scenery of Huascarán National Park and walk toward Pastoruri's icy slopes.
After breakfast, set out for Huascarán National Park and an excursion to the Pastoruri glacier area. The route reveals rugged alpine landscapes, glacial peaks and opportunities to stop for photographs.
Along the way, look for Puya de Raimondi, the unusual giant Andean bromeliad recognized for its towering flower spike and long life cycle. The source itinerary describes a hike on the slopes of Pastoruri.
The excursion takes place at high elevation. Ask the tour operator about the walking conditions, local access rules and suitability for your group.
Day 04 Free Day in Huaraz & Transfer Out Huaraz · Leisure & departure
Enjoy free time in Huaraz before your evening transfer to the bus station.
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to rest or explore Huaraz at your own pace. A nighttime transfer to the bus station is scheduled in the supplied itinerary.
The document also mentions that flights to and from Lima may be possible on a limited schedule. Confirm current flight availability separately when planning your departure.
A little preparation goes a long way.
Huaraz's highland excursions include mountain roads and outdoor walking. A few practical choices will help you plan the trip.
Prepare for mountain weather
Bring suitable walking shoes, warm layers, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and drinking water. Check the forecast and current walking conditions before departure.
Review the listed meals
The itinerary mentions lunch on Days 1 and 2, and breakfast on Days 2, 3 and 4. Confirm the full meal plan and any dietary requests when booking.
Confirm hotels and transfers
Bus-station transfers are listed on the first and last days. Ask about hotel arrangements, glacier access, departure schedules and any optional flights to or from Lima.
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