PACKAGES / CUSCO & MACHU PICCHU
Choquequirao Tour - 5 Days
4 Nights
Camping
+20 People
Visitors
3,033 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Challenging
Difficulty
TOUR DETAILS
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day trek connecting two jewels of the Inca legacy: Choquequirao and Machu Picchu. This route, known as the 5-Day Choquequirao and Machu Picchu Trek, takes you through breathtaking landscapes and archaeological sites steeped in history.
Choquequirao, whose Quechua name means “cradle of gold ,” rises above the Quriwayrachina mountain range. Often called the “sacred sister” of Machu Picchu, it was built around the same time by the Inca Pachacuti, and its architectural design shares many similarities with the famous citadel.
Unlike Machu Picchu, which receives up to 5,000 visitors a day, Choquequirao remains almost untouched by mass tourism, attracting only a few adventurers daily. This is due to its remote location: it requires at least two days of hiking from the nearest town to reach it. In fact, its isolation was such that the Spanish conquistadors never managed to invade it.
Currently, the construction of a cable car is planned, which will facilitate access and will likely boost tourism in the area significantly.
Keep in mind that this is a demanding trek at high altitude. The highest point of the route reaches 4,660 meters (15,290 feet) above sea level. Therefore, it is recommended to spend at least three to four days in Cusco before starting the trek to acclimatize properly and minimize the risk of altitude sickness.
Detailed Itinerary
Cusco – Cachora
We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and travel by private transport to the village of Cachora (2,909 m). After a short break, we’ll continue to Capuliyoc (2,915 m), where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Apurímac Canyon.
There, we’ll meet the muleteers and the cook to begin the descent to Chiquisqa (1,836 m). After lunch, we’ll continue our trek, crossing the Apurímac and Blanco rivers, until we reach Santa Rosa (2,200 m), where we’ll camp for the night.
1 Night Hotel
Accommodation
3,399 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Breakfast
Meals
Santa Rosa - Marampata
After breakfast, we begin a three-hour uphill hike from Santa Rosa to Marampata (3,110 m). From there, we get our first glimpses of Choquequirao. After lunch, we continue for another two hours to the ruins.
Our guide leads a tour of the complex, of which only 40% has been excavated. Although the local stone is difficult to carve, the architecture is impressive, and the natural surroundings inspire a profound sense of awe. Condors are often seen soaring overhead.
We end the day with dinner at the campsite under a starlit sky.
1 Night Hotel
Accommodation
2,040 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Breakfast Lunch
Meals
Santa Rosa – Marampata – Choquequirao
After breakfast, we’ll begin our trek by descending to Playa Rosalina, at 1,550 meters (5,085 feet), where we’ll hike for four hours along the Apurímac River.
We’ll have lunch by the river and then continue our trek to our campsite at Chiquisqa, located at 1,836 meters (6,023 feet), a three-hour trek.
1 Night Hotel
Accommodation
2,430 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Lunch
Meals
Chiquisca – Capuliyoc – Cachora – Ollantaytambo – Tourist Train – Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, we’ll ascend for about two hours to Capuliyoc (2,915 m / 9,561 ft), where our transport will be waiting to take us to Cachora.
From there, we’ll continue to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, a journey of approximately four hours. We’ll have time to explore this picturesque town, a prime example of Inca urban planning.
Finally, we’ll take a three-hour train ride to Aguas Calientes, enjoying beautiful views of the Andean countryside. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
3,500 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Breakfast Lunch
Meals
Machu Picchu – Cusco
Early in the morning, the crew will give you a box of snacks before you board the bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu, a 25-minute ride.
Upon arrival, our guide will assist you through security, and once inside, you can enjoy the scenery as the clouds dissipate and the first rays of sunlight illuminate the Inca structures.
We will conduct a two-hour guided tour, followed by free time to explore the citadel on your own. If you have booked the Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain hike, our guide will direct you to the trailhead. You can also choose to hike to the Sun Gate, which offers a breathtaking view of the citadel. This is also the entry point for those hiking the Inca Trail.
After the tour, you will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time for lunch (not included in the tour package). Later, you will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco. We will arrive in Cusco at 9:00 PM.
3,399 m.s.n.m
Altitude
Breakfast
Meals
What does this tour include?
Includes
Sesión informativa sobre senderismo.Guía local.Cocinero de campamento.Vaquero con mulas o caballos.Tren de Ollantaytambo a Aguas Calientes.Entrada a Choquequirao y Machu Picchu.Hotel en Aguas Calientes.Todas las comidas listadas.Equipo de camping.Servicios de senderismo de primera clase que incluyen: agua caliente y jabón biodegradable.Peso máximo por pasajero: 7 kg/15 lb.Does not include
Alimentos no mencionados en el programa.Gastos personales.PRICE PER PERSON
$450 USD
7 Days / 6 Nights · Shared Group
- Book with a 30% Deposit.
- Free Cancellation Up to 15 Days Before.
- Spanish and English Speaking Guide.
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