At Choquequirao Booking we do not sell tours, we create journeys that transform.
We specialize in one of the most authentic and least travelled roads in Peru: the route to Choquequirao, the sister city of Machu Picchu, still hidden among the mountains and free of crowds.
Accompanied by passionate professional guides, we walk in small groups along paths that embrace the heart of the Andes, where each step brings us closer to the imposing and enigmatic Choquequirao, an archaeological site as powerful as it is sacred, which only those who really seek to connect with the essentials reach.
During the tour, we stayed in cozy family cabins with unique views of the majestic Apurimac Canyon. We are committed to sustainable and respectful tourism, where every night under the stars and every conversation with local communities enrich the experience beyond tourism.
Choquequirao is waiting for you, and not everyone arrives.
A day before the start of the walk, a briefing will be held with the guide, where all the details of the tour will be provided. In addition, the exact pickup point and time for the next day will be coordinated.
At 3:30 a.m., your guide will pick you up from the accommodation to travel by car for 3.5 hours to Capuliyoc, where we will have breakfast overlooking the Apurimac Canyon. We will start a hike downhill for 4 hours, passing through Chikisca, and continue for 1 more hour until crossing the Apurimac River. Then, we will ascend for 2 hours to Santa Rosa for lunch and rest briefly. Finally, we will go up another 2 hours to Marampata, where we will have dinner and spend the night, surrounded by stunning mountain views. Altitude: max. 2919 m / min. 1836 m Distance: 27 km Duration: 9 hours of walking Includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner
At dawn, after a nutritious breakfast, we will begin a walk of approximately 1:30 hrs. to Choquequirao, a prominent Inca citadel. It will be an exciting day of exploration, during which we will have enough time to assess the various structural features of this ancient citadel. We will even have the opportunity to examine unexcavated remains of architecture, covered by abundant vegetation. At the end of the day, we will return to Maranpata for dinner and overnight stay. Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner. • Maximum altitude: 3100 m • Minimum altitude: 2919m • Distance: 7.5 km / 4.25 mi • Walking time: 4 hours
Today’s hike will be a real test of endurance, so we will have some nutritious and energizing breakfast before embarking on a 2 hour descent towards the Apurimac River. Once we have crossed the river, we will begin our ascent to Chikisca, where we will pause for a delicious lunch before continuing our steep hike to Capuliyoc, a spectacular viewpoint, and it will take us about 5 hours. As we ascend, we will see stunning views of the Apurimac Valley. In the end, we will take transportation back to Cusco in our private vehicle. Meals included: breakfast and lunch. • Maximum altitude: 2919 m • Minimum altitude: 1836 m • Distance: 27 km / 16 mi • Walking time: 9 hours
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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