4 Days Guided Tour in Choquequirao Peru

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Cusco to Santa Rosa through Capuliyoc
4 stops
1
Your journey starts at 5:30 AM from Cusco, driving through Anta's hills and the Apurimac Valley. At 9:30 AM, you'll break for breakfast. By 10:30 AM, you'll be at Capuliyoc, where after admiring the views, you'll begin descending into the Apurimac Canyon at 11:00 AM. As you trek, the landscape changes from alpine to desert, with diverse birds and flora accompanying you.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
2
By approximately 2:00 PM, you will reach Chiquisca (6,234 feet / 1,900 meters). A brief rest and a leisurely lunch await you here. Post-lunch, the trek resumes, leading you further into the depths of the canyon.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
You’ll encounter Playa Rosalinas (4,921 feet / 1,500 meters) around 3:00 PM, a serene beach by the roaring Apurimac River. A short pause might allow you to refresh and splash some river water on your face.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Starting at 3:30 PM, you'll begin a challenging ascent to Santa Rosa, reaching the campsite by 6:00 PM. After dinner at 7:00 PM, enjoy the serene Andean night sky before a restful sleep in the mountains.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
A Steady Ascent to Choquequirao
2 stops
5
Dawn arrives at the Santa Rosa campsite at 5:30 AM, followed by breakfast. By 6:00 AM, the trek towards Marampata begins, enriched by nature and wildlife. By 8:30 AM, trekkers reach Marampata, take a short break, and snack up for the next leg to Choquequirao.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
6
By 10:00 AM, the trail offers glimpses of the distant Choquequirao. Amidst beautiful landscapes, trekkers lunch at 12:00 PM near the ruins. At 1:00 PM, a tour of the Choquequirao archaeological site delves into Inca history and culture. By 4:00 PM, camp is set near the ruins, and by 6:30 PM, twilight sets in. A fulfilling dinner is followed by restful sleep among the ancient stones by 8:30 PM.
10 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Immersion into Choquequirao and Descent into Chiquisqa
3 stops
7
Morning arrives in Choquequirao by 6:00 AM. At 6:30 AM, trekkers enjoy breakfast amidst the ruins. Starting 7:00 AM, they delve deeper into the wonders of Choquequirao, walking among the ancient structures and soaking in their rich history. The journey then shifts back to lush landscapes.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
8
By 10:00 AM, trekkers head back to Marampata through the beautiful landscapes. The descent offers changing views. By midday, they reach Marampata, where they break for lunch and rest at 12:00 PM.
2 minutes • Admission ticket included
9
The journey continues at 1:00 PM towards Chiquisqa, marked by varied elevations and stunning views of the Apurimac Canyon, rich flora, and occasional fauna sightings. By 5:00 PM, trekkers reach the Chiquisqa campsite. A flavorful dinner is served at 7:00 PM under the stars, leading to a restful sleep by 8:00 PM.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
A Farewell to the Trails, from Chiquisca to Cusco
2 stops
10
The last day at Chiquisca starts at 5:00 AM, with breakfast at 5:30 AM. Trekking begins at 6:00 AM towards Capuliyoc, rediscovering sights along familiar trails. By 9:00 AM, the viewpoint at Capuliyoc offers magnificent views of the Apurimac Canyon. After capturing memories, a gentle descent leads to the trek's end by 12:00 PM, celebrated with a nourishing and congratulatory lunch.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
11
Cusco
The journey back to Cusco begins around 1:30 PM, driving through picturesque Andean roads. As you reminisce about the trek, the scenery shifts from mountains to the historic allure of Cusco, which welcomes you by 6:00 PM. The trip concludes, leaving a lasting impression of adventure on your soul.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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