We leave Cusco early in the morning, between 5:30 and 6:00 a.m., with pickup from the hotel in a comfortable bus. During the journey we visited the Chullpas de Ninamarca, located at 3750 m above sea level, and made a short stop in the picturesque folk village of Paucartambo, known for its colonial bridge. Then we ascend to Acjanaco, the highest point of the route at 4000 m above sea level, before starting the descent into the impressive cloud forest. This area stands out for its great biodiversity, with orchids, heliconias and ferns. We take a hike to observe the rooster of the rocks in its mating ritual, with the possibility of seeing trogons, quetzals, monkeys and the bespectacled bear. In the afternoon we arrive at our hostel in Pilcopata, 550 m above sea level, with private bathrooms and showers.