The high passes of the Cordillera Blanca
This is a trek amid some of Peru’s most stunning Andes mountain scenery.
The short trek through the heart of the Cordillera Blanca is followed by the opportunity to climb Pisco (5,752m), a non-technical climb of a beautiful Andean peak - suitable for those with no or limited snow and ice experience.
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Trek and climb in the magnificent Cordillera Blanca, Peru.
We take the bus from Lima to the bustling Peru highland city of Huaraz.
A few days are necessary to acclimatise to being 3,090 metres above sea level.
Santa Cruz Trek
Our trek features several of the finest views in Peru.
After a gradual ascent of the Santa Cruz valley, we look from the first pass (Punta Union, 4,750 m) across turquoise lakes and nearby glaciers to an array of awesome peaks.
Descend to the hamlet of Vaqueria then we are transported to the base of Pisco, where we relax for an afternoon before embarking on our ascent of this magnificent peak.
Extensions
Choose to trek the Inca Trail or take a trip into the Amazon rainforest.
You can also complement this tour with one of our Cusco extensions.
See our extensions sections for more information.
Check our Books and Maps section where you will find a range of literature to help you get the most out of your South American adventure.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 |
Arrive Lima. |
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2 |
Bus to Huaraz. |
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In Huaraz. |
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4 |
Acclimatisation walk. |
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5-8 |
4-day trek through Santa Cruz valley. |
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9 |
Trek to Base camp. |
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10 |
Base-camp to the summit of Pisco. |
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11 |
Return to Huaraz. |
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12 |
Bus to Lima. |
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Included
All meals and water while on trek, all breakfasts elsewhere, hotels, camping nights, camping equipment (tents, cutlery etc), guide, cook, porters and domestic transport.
Not included
International flights (we can look for prices for you), insurance, sleeping bag, other meals, snacks and drinks, any equipment hire (Crampons, harness and ice axe for Pisco ascent), personal items, airport taxes, optional excursions (i.e. rafting), extra entrance fees, tips, laundry etc.
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