Choquequirao 4 days perfect hiking tour

Multi-day tourCusco, Perú

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The hiking tour to visit Choquequirao is one of the most difficult. It is an uphill path for the first few sections, which can seem tricky. However, this trip will be totally satisfactory because we will be able to see one of the most incredible archaeological sites in Cusco. Choquequirao is considered the Sacred sister of Machu Picchu, in addition, it has more construction area and green areas. Like Machu Picchu, it is also located on a mountain that is surrounded by many platforms. The walk will start from Capuliyoc, from the first day we will be walking under the inclement sun.

This tourist package offers all the necessary tourist services to complete the trip, we will have a tourist guide, camps to spend the night, a group of muleteers to help us with backpacks or luggage, we will also have expert cooks on hiking trails and in Special transportation both to start the tour, from the door of the hotel and at the end of the tour at the door of your hotel.

General information

Partially refundableCancel up to 120 hours in advance to receive a 50% refund.

Duration Check availability for start times.

GuideEnglish, Español

Pickup service includedWait in the lobby of your hotel or at the agreed meeting point 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Pickups are available from hotels within the historic center of Cusco.

from590.00 USDby person

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Date

What will you do

Everything will start with the briefing meeting, one night before starting the tour. The main and starting day of the tour will have transportation from your hotel to start the trip to the town of Cachora, and then arrive at Capuliyoq. From there, the walk will begin and it will also be the meeting point with the porters and cooks that will make our trip easier. The first section covers a large part of the valley formed by the Apurímac River until reaching the mountains that offer a spectacular view of this place. On the third day you can visit Choquequirao and we will use the camping area of this place to spend the night. In the afternoon of the third day the return walk begins, we will return by the same path and on the fourth day we will board the transport to return to Cusco. As usual in our services, we will take care of taking you to the hotel door upon arrival in Cusco.

Itinerary

Day 1

Our services will start early, from the door of your hotel. Once the group is complete, we will start with the departure from Cusco.
Our destination will be in Capuliyoc after 4 hours of travel. From the exit of the city, we will begin to see beautiful landscapes.
In Capuliyoc we will meet all the support teams, including porters, muleteers and cooks.
After the presentation, it's time to get ready to start the walk on the first day.
This day we travel more than 15 kilometers until we reach the area of La Playa Rosalina.
During the arduous walk, you will be able to appreciate one of the deepest canyons in the world that is formed by the Apurimac River.
From this area it is also possible to see Choquequirao in the distance.
Both lunch and dinner will be served at the rest camps.
The night will be spent at Rosalina Beach.

Day 2

We will be able to have breakfast at the camp early. After that we will continue with the walk.
The distance to walk is more than 16 kilometers.
The first two hours of the route we will have to ascend to the town of Santa Rosa.
The walk will take place due to warm weather.
After a well-deserved rest, it's time to follow the ascending path to the Marampata sector. Place where we will have an exquisite lunch.
In the afternoon, it is possible to take a brief first tour of Choquequirao.
In Choquequirao you can not only appreciate the Inca constructions, but also the sharp mountain peaks and the entire valley and the Apurímac canyon that we left behind.
The camp will be organized in the Choquequirao camping area. During the afternoon, on some occasions, you can see the flight of the condors.
After dinner, the group will be able to rest in the assigned tents.

Day 3

After breakfast, the group will be able to do the complete tour of Choquequirao, where you will learn more about the history and motives, thanks to the guide.
A complete tour of the entire citadel is made, you will visit the constructions of La cradle of gold, the Sector of the flames of the Sun, the ceremonial Ushnus and the vast religious constructions.
After the tour we return to the camp, prepare our belongings and begin the return.
When you return, the route will be easier than the day before, since you will have to go down to Playa Rosalina.
The weather will also be warm, although towards the afternoon, you will need to wrap up a little more.
Throughout this journey we will once again be able to enjoy the spectacular views of the entire Apurímac Valley.
This day we will spend the night and have dinner in the sector known as Chiquisca.

Day 4

Before continuing with the final walk, we will be able to have breakfast.
We will start activities early. The remaining walking time will be only 6 hours.
The distance to walk is more than 15 kilometers.
The path can be complicated, because it will be an ascending path.
The destination of this first section is Capulliyoc.
In Capuliyoc we will taste lunch together with the entire group that made the trip.
We will continue with the route on foot to the town of Cachora, where the transport that will take us to Cusco will wait for us.
It is estimated to arrive in Cusco before 9:00 p.m.

What includes

Briefing to inform the tour in detail.
Our schedules and itineraries are respected punctually.
We start the tour activities with the pick up from your hotel.
Transportation from Cusco to Cachora (round trip).
Accredited guide and expert on the route. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Transportation is comfortable and neat.
Cooks, muleteers and porters with extensive experience on the route.
First aid kit and oxygen cylinder.
Some personal hygiene products are delivered.
Food in vegetarian option.
Food during the adventure (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners).
Tents and mats for the 3 nights.
Breakfast during the first day (only at the client's request, a box lunch is provided).
Sleeping bag (only at the client's request).
Trekking poles (only at the client's request).
Dinner on the fourth day.
Printed photographs.
Tips.

Important information

What to bring

The route is complicated, it will be necessary to have hiking shoes.
Passport or ID.
Sunscreen along with a cap or hat.
Preferably light and comfortable change clothes.
On the first and last day you may require a jacket.
Preferably light change clothes for the last few days.
A waterproof poncho.
A smaller backpack, for personal items.

Before travelling

Check the belongings in the travel backpack.
Confirm the pick-up times.
Prepare a space and another accessory where you can safely carry personal documents and money.
Our travel advisors can help you before and during your trip.
Carry personal hygiene accessories or medicines if necessary.

It's prohibited

Follow the trail on your own.
Disrespect the guide or the rest of the travel companions.
Damage the road and the buildings in Choquequirao.
Camp on your own, without prior notice and authorization from the guide.

Frequent questions

For whom is this tour recommended?

This tour is one of the strongest that can be done in Cusco. It is recommended to do it to people who really love hiking trails. However, it is also recommended for groups of friends who want to get out of their comfort zone and try something totally new. For them, a few months of physical preparation would be recommended.

What will we find in Choquequirao?

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