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Choquequirao Trekking 4 days

Choquequirao Trekking 4 days

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Choquequirao has been nicknamed the ‘Twin Sister of Machu Picchu; This Incredible Citadel was built by the Incas in an impossible mountain top, overlooking the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. Highlights of Choquequirao Trek  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   Support our Social projects booking with TreXperience

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📍Industrial 115, Cusco 08007, Peru
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What you'll see & do

  • DAY 1: 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. After the first breakfast prepared by your chef, start the TreXperience to 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. After lunch, continue the journey for 2 more hours to Santa Rosa (2230mts – 7300ft) where we camp for the night. * Distance: 10.8 km / 6.7 miles * Hiking hours: 6 hours * Camp Elevation: 2230mts – 7300ft. * Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner * Accommodations: Camping * Difficulty: Moderate
  • DAY 2: SANTA ROSA – MARANPATA – CHOQUEQUIRAO - After breakfast, get ready for one of the most challenging but rewarding days on this TreXperience! 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. Lunch is in a local house with amazing views of the mountains and the river. 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. 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. * Distance: 14 km / 8.6 miles * Approximate Hiking Time: 8 hours * Camp Elevation: 2,866 m / 9401 ft. * Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner * Accommodations: Camping * Difficulty: Moderate
  • DAY 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO – CHIQUISCA - Wake up with a coup fo 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 * Camp Elevation: 1800m / 5905ft * Difficulty: Moderate * Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner * Accommodation: Camping
  • DAY 4: 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. 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. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the area, then return to Cusco, drop off at your hotel around 6:00 pm. * Distance: 8 km / 4.9 miles * Approximate Hiking Time: 4 hours * Difficulty: Moderate * Meals: Breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner * Accommodation: Not included * Difficulty: Moderate

What's 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
  • Boiled water provided to drink
  • All meals included during the tour
  • Special dietary options available
  • Comfortable camping equipment (dining tents, tables, chairs)
  • 4 man Eureka tents for every 2 people
  • Sleeping foam mattress
  • 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

What's not included

  • Sleeping Bag, air mattress, trekking poles (Can be hired from us)
  • Dinner on the day 4 (When back in Cusco)
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Travel Insurance (Strongly recommended)

Good to know

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking

Wait at the lobby of your hotel.

Requirement

Original Passport

Rain gear

Sun protection

Comfortable clothes

Extra snacks

Water container for 2 litter at least

Good to know before you go

Difficulty:
Moderate

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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