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Choquequirao Archaeological Ruins

Choquequirao Road

5 Days 4 Nights

5 Days 4 Nights

7+ Years

Alternate Routes to Cusco

“The Sacred Sister of Machu Picchu - Choquequirao Cusco”. “Discover in 4 days, the secret Inca city, Cradle of Gold”

We will discover the ancient Inca city of Choquequirao - Cusco, known as “the sacred sister city of Machu Picchu”.

The Inca city of Choquequirao rests deserted at the top of the Apurímac Canyon, the deepest in the Americas. There are no comfortable trains here, so we need true adventure lovers, as the trek is demanding with steep ascents and descents. However, our effort is rewarded by the breathtaking views offered by the canyon, majestic snow-capped peaks, formidable cliffs, and the silent, mysterious Inca city “Cradle of Gold” awaiting us.

Places to Visit

  • Cachora.
  • Santa Rosa.
  • Choquequirao.
  • Chiquiska.
  • Cusco.
  • Department
  • Cusco
  • Departure / Return Location
  • Pick-up from your hotel / Hotel
  • Departure Time
  • 6:00 AM (subject to change)
  • Return Time
  • Approximately 8:00 PM (subject to change)
  • Day 1: Cusco - Cachora - Santa Rosa
  • At 6:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel, then travel by bus for approximately 4 hours to the small town of Cachora, where we will meet our horseman and mules. We will enjoy the journey with spectacular landscapes and a variety of flora and fauna until we reach our campsite.
  • Campsite: Santa Rosa (1,650 m / 5,413 ft).
  • Distance: 12 km / 7.44 miles
  • Highest Point: Cachora 2,850 m / 9,348 ft.
  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 2: Santa Rosa - Inca City of Choquequirao
  • We start the adventure early, have breakfast, and begin our journey, crossing the Apurímac River and then descending to the lowest point of the trail. After this, we will face a steep ascent through a dense cloud forest toward the Inca site of Choquequirao. We have lunch and then take time to relax in the silence of the mysterious Inca city, appreciating plants and animals (with luck, condors) and views of nearby canyons and snow-covered mountains. We will camp at the Inca site of Choquequirao.
  • Campsite: Choquequirao (3,033 m / 9,950 ft).
  • Distance: 13 km / 8 miles
  • Highest Point: Inca City of Choquequirao (3,035 m / 9,954 ft).
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 3: Inca City of Choquequirao - Chiquiska
  • Time to recharge with our delicious breakfast, then we will visit and explore the Choquequirao archaeological complex for three hours with our guide, who will provide information about this Lost Inca City. At the designated time, we return to the campsite and then descend to our final campsite.
  • Campsite: Chiquiska (1,930 m / 6,332 ft).
  • Distance: 14 km / 8.6 miles
  • Highest Point: Inca City of Choquequirao (3,035 m / 9,954 ft).
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 4: Chiquiska - Cachora - Santa Rosa - Cusco
  • The song of the birds will wake us up for breakfast. Then we head back to Cachora. Finally, we take the bus back to Cusco, arriving around 8:00 PM.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

The Tour Includes:

  • Briefing, one day before the trek.
  • Pick-up from the hotel in Cusco.
  • Round-trip transportation (Cusco - Cachora).
  • Professional, bilingual guide.
  • Entrance ticket to Choquequirao.
  • 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 snacks, 3 dinners, hot drinks, cookies, and popcorn. If you have dietary requests such as vegetarian food, please let us know.
  • Dining tent with tables and chairs, and a cook.
  • Camping equipment (tents + mattresses).
  • Sleeping mattresses.
  • Horseman and mules (carrying kitchen and camping equipment).
  • Extra oxygen.
  • First aid kit.
  • Toilet tent.
  • Portable hot shower.

The Tour Does Not Include:

  • Water (for the first few hours; after that, our team will provide it).
  • Travel insurance: It is strongly recommended to purchase travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
  • Airfare.
  • Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic beverages not mentioned in the program.
  • Extra expenses and laundry.

Optional (we can provide these):

  • Sleeping bag and trekking poles.

Recommendations:

  • Drink coca leaf tea to prevent altitude sickness.
  • Stay hydrated during your tours.

Everything you should wear and carry in a lightweight backpack:

  • Original passport or documents used for your reservation.
  • Sleeping bag (not included but can be rented from us).
  • Hiking boots.


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