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Choquequirao Trekking 4 Days
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Choquequirao has been nicknamed the ‘Twin Sister of Machu Picchu; This Incredible Citadel was built by the Incas on an impossible mountain top, overlooking the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian Andes.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Enjoy the nature, history, and adventure of visiting the Twin Sister of Machu Picchu
- Hike off the beaten path and visit the remote Choquequirao site
- Follow the footprints of the last Incas
- Prepare Pachamanca barbecue on the last day
- Enjoy the stunning views of the Apurimac Canyon
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Cusco
Cusco - Capuliyoc - Santa Rosa The departure will be from your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 am and drive across the Andes towards Capuliyoc, arriving at approximately 8:30 am.
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Cusco
Hiking. After the first breakfast prepared by your chef, start one of the legendary lost cities of the Incas, Choquequirao Inca Site. The first part it’s a 4-hour downhill from Capuliyoc (9550 ft. 2911 m) to our lunch place at Chiquiska (1893m – 6210 ft.). Along the way, you’ll get the first views of the Apurimac canyon, one of the deepest canyons in Peru, this part of the trek offer us spectacular panoramas with different landscapes from the highlands of Peru to the dense vegetation of the clouds forest. Distance: 10.8 km / 6.7 miles Hiking hours: 6 hours.
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Cusco
Hiking. After lunch, continue the journey for 2 more hours to Santa Rosa (2230mts – 7300ft) where we camp for the night. Camp Elevation: 2230mts – 7300ft.
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Cusco
Overnight in camp. Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner
Day 2
Cusco
Hiking. Santa Rosa - Maranpata - Choquequirao After breakfast, get ready for one of the most challenging but rewarding days on this tour. First, hike for 4 hours uphill to Marampata (9550 ft. 2911 m). On the way, you’ll visit sugar cane farms where locals produce “Cañazo”, a local alcoholic drink produced for centuries and delivered to cities like Cusco.
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Cusco
Lunch is in a local house with amazing views of the mountains and the river.
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Cusco
Hiking at Choquequirao. After lunch, ascend another 2-hour uphill to Choquequirao (3057 m / 10029 ft). A spectacular Inca Site perched in the Peruvian Andes, Choquequirao was one of the last Inca cities built in the cloud forest and abandoned during the conquest of Peru. It might have been one of the entrance checkpoints to Vilcabamba, the last capital of the Incas. in the 16th century. Distance: 14 km / 8.6 miles Approximate Hiking Time: 8 hours
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Cusco
Our campsite today is right next to this archaeological site, allowing us to walk to these mysterious places back and forth anytime we want to relax. Camp Elevation: 2,866 m / 9401 ft. Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner
Day 3
Cusco
Hiking. Choquequirao - Chiquisca Wake up with a cup of coffee or coca tea provided by your trekking team in your tent while you enjoy the most spectacular sunrise at this magical place. After breakfast, it will be a 3-hour downhill to Santa Rosa (2230mts – 7300ft), our lunch spot. Then later, continue down for 21 more hours downhill and 2 hours uphill until the last campsite at Chiquiska (1800m / 5905ft). This is a perfect day to enjoy the surrounding landscape from hundreds of different flowers, birds, and waterfalls in the distance. Distance: 16 km /9.9 miles Approximate Hiking Time: 8 hours
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Cusco
Overnight in camp. Camp Elevation: 1800m / 5905ft Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner.
Day 4
Cusco
Hiking. Chiquisca - Saywite - Cusco On the final day, wake up early and enjoy the last breakfast with your team. Then, prepare for the last 4-hour trek uphill to Capuliyoc where we’ll prepare a special feast, Pachamanca underground barbecue, where we’ll different kinds os vegetables, meats, fruits, and buried underground with hot stones. Distance: 8 km / 4.9 miles Approximate Hiking Time: 4 hours
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Abancay
Archaeological Exploration at Sayhuite. After lunch, say goodbye to all our trekking team that accompanied you to this expedition. Afterward, take the private transportation to the archaeological site of Saywite: a great mysterious rock believed to be the complex irrigation system of the region.
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Cusco
You’ll have plenty of time to explore the area, then return to Cusco, drop off at your hotel around 6:00 pm.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Airport transfer on request in Cusco Professional Native Tour Guide Second Tour Guide for groups of 9+ Trekking Che to prepare fresh meals Porters, horsemen Horses to carry food and equipment Duffle bag where you can put your personal stuff up to 7 kilos Pick-up and drop off from your hotel All transportation included during the 5 days of the tour Hot water bags to stay warm First aid kit with Oxygen bottle, satellite phones Entrance fee to Choquequirao site All taxes and booking fees included
Not Included
Sleeping Bag, air mattress, trekking poles (Can be hired from us) Dinner on day 4 (When back in Cusco) Gratuities (Optional) Travel Insurance (Strongly recommended)
What to Bring
Original Passport Rain gear Sun protection Comfortable clothes Extra snacks Water container for 2 litter at least
Meeting & Pickup
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco city at 5:00 AM.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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