CLASSIC CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
4 Days & 3 Night
Group Size
Up to 8 people
Transportation
Van, Train, Bus
Max Altitude
4200 m.s.n.m
Difficulty
Challenging
Service
Group
Duration:
4 Days
OUR CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK IS THE MOST SACRED PATH, THE BEST FOR YOU AND TO THE HEIGHT OF YOUR IMAGINATION.
Choquequirao Trek 5 Days 4 Nights, (3.303m/10,168ft) is the second most important archeological site in Cusco. It has a connection with the last Inca cities of Vilcabamba and with Machu Picchu and is in the middle of different Inca roads that traverse all of the Inca culture. The Choquequirao Trek is perfect for those looking to get away from the crowds or who are looking for something other than Machu Picchu during their trip. The trek takes you to the sister city of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao (The Cradle of Gold) which sits high above the Apurimac Valley.
We can see on our journey, various villagers who live in all of the area of Yanama, as well as glaciers, valleys and mines of silver and lead from the past that were being exploiting until just a few years ago. You must join us on this beautiful Choquequirao trek unforgettable adventure.
By booking your Choquequirao Trek with Machupicchu Condor Trek you are choosing the best.
4-DAYS CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK TRIP DETAILS
DAY 1: CUSCO – CAPULIYOC – PLAYA ROSALINAS – SANTA ROSA
This incredible and different adventure starts at 4:30 in the morning, Machupicchu Condor Trek staff will pick you up at the hotel and drive for the next 4 hours in our private bus to Capuliyoc (2,850 m/9,407 ft). Along the route we will observe spectacular valleys, mountains and snow-capped peaks, and we arrive to Capuliyoc with breakfast, meet our horse drivers and load all our equipment on the horses. We will only carry a small backpack with some personal belongings for the hike.
We will start walking down to Playa Rosalinas (1,475m/4,840ft) where we will have lunch. Along the way, you will enjoy magnificent views of the Apurimac Canyon and mountain peaks such as Padriyoc at 5,571m/18,387ft. After lunch, we will continue ascending for two hours to our first camp at Santa Rosa, (1900m/6234ft) where our hot drinks and snacks will be ready. W will have time to settle into the tents, which will already be set up, before dinner.
Summary day 1: Choquequirao trek.
Difficulty level : Moderate to Difficult.
Distance : 16 km / 10 miles approximately.
Hiking time : 5 to 6 hours approximately.
Meals included : Lunch, snacks, tea time and dinner.
DAY 2: SANTA ROSA - MARANPATA - CHOQUEQUIRAO
Machupicchu Condor Trek guide will wake you up at 6:00am with a hot cup of tea to enjoy before getting up. After an early breakfast, we start our hiking adventure for 2 hours to Maranpata (2,850m/9,350 f) site. We will enjoy the landscape and walk through out an amazing variety of flora and fauna to the magnificent archaeological site of Choquequirao. We will have lunch and, in the afternoon, we will take a private guided tour of this fascinating site.
During the tour, we will explore all the important sections, such as palaces, temples, ritual water fountains, the amazing Usnu (ceremonial platform), agricultural terraces, llama section and much more. The tour Guide will explain the fascinating history of this incredible place and if we are lucky we will be able to see the condor fly over the area. Finally, we camp in Choquequirao, where we will have tea time and dinner. Later we can enjoy the sky like Incas were.
Summary day 2: Choquequirao trek.
Difficulty level : Moderate to Difficult.
Distance : 16 km / 10 miles approximately.
Hiking time : 6 to 7 hours approximately.
Meals included : Breakfast, lunch, snacks, tea time and dinner.
DAY 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO – PLAYA ROSALINAS – CHIQUISCA
Machupicchu Condor Trek Tour Guide will wake you up at 6:00am with a hot cup of tea to enjoy before getting up. After breakfast, we will descend to the magnificent Apurimac River (1,550 m/5085 f), a hiking about 4 hours approximately. This river was considered one of sacred gods in the Inca time, because it shows strength and power. Finally, after lunch and siesta we walk up for an hour and a half to our third camp in Chiquisca (1,990 m/6528 f). Once again, your tents will be set up, with tea time and dinner.
Summary day 3: Choquequirao trek.
Difficulty level : Moderate to Difficult.
Distance : 12 km / 7.5 miles approximately.
Hiking time : 6 to 7 hours approximately.
Meals included : Breakfast, lunch, snacks, tea time and dinner.
DAY 4: CHIQUISCA – CAPULIYUC – SAYWITE – CUSCO
After a pleasant breakfast, we head towards the Capuliyoc pass. Once there, enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the Apurimac Canyon. Then we will take our car to Cachora (2,850m/9,407ft) for lunch. Then we will take our private transportation to the archaeological site of Saywite taking enough time to explore. Finally, our private bus will take us back to our hotel in Cusco, arriving around 6pm.
Summary day 4: Choquequirao trek.
Difficulty level : Difficult to easy.
Distance : 8 km / 4.5 miles approximately.
Hiking time : 3 to 4 hours approximately.
Meals included : Breakfast, lunch, snacks.
Included
- Transportation: Cusco – Cachora – Capuliyoc – Cusco.
- Professional guide:
- Entrance to Choquequirao
- Cook: In charge of meal preparation
- Horsemen and horses carry cooking equipment and camping equipment
- 05 kilos per person
- Food: 3 desayunos / 4 almuerzos / 3 dinners
- Equipment: dining tent, kitchen tent, tables
- Extra oxygen bottle and first aid kit
- * Options Vegetarian / special diet available.
- First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
- Kitchen tent and dinning tent with camp tables and chairs.
- Toilet tent.
- Duffel bags (up to 7Kg/15lbs per person). These are provided by your guide at your briefing (You need to give them back after the hike).
- Bus ticket from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes.
- Lunch at Sanctuary Lodge
- Entrance to Machu Picchu.
- Train ticket to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
Excluded
- Breakfast the first day
- Sleeping bag
- Extra Expenses (tips)
WHAT YOU NEED TO TAKE.
- Original passport and student card
- Insurance card is essential
- Sleeping bag (not included)
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- T hat and gloves comfortable pants
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen, insect repellent
- Water purification tablets optional water (Micropur recommended)
- Toiletries
- Personal medications
- Camera and film
- Flashlight with extra batteries
OPTIONAL ITEMS TO TAKE:
- Shorts
- Walking stick
- bandages
- Sandals
- Extra money
PRICE Classic Trek To Choquequirao 5D/4N
The Choquequirao 5 Day Trek is available on any date that it’s best for you, as long as we have a minimum of 2 hikers.
PRICE
- $577 USD per person
***We provide large Eureka 4 person tents for each 2 trekkers.
DISCOUNTS
- Group of 5 or more: $30 USD. – All you need is to book the trek together at the same time.
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
4/DAYS
Price
$
500
USD
Per Person
Group Size
Up to 16
Activity Level
Moderate
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
At Machupicchu Condor Trek, we understand that travel can present logistical problems, so we are committed to making your experience as safe as possible. We have a detailed manual that covers all logistical aspects, from proper storage of camping equipment to recommendations on accommodation and restaurants in Cusco. In addition, our staff is available at all times to answer any additional questions you may have. From your arrival to your last day in Cusco.
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