Hike to Choquequirao
04 Days 03 Nights

Description of the Program.

• Day 01: Cusco – Cachora – Chiquisca:

  Very early we leave by private bus to the Cachora community, then at approximately 3:30 hours reach the mentioned area, where we will find our carriers to then begin the walk between wonderful landscapes of wildlife, after 02 hrs., we will arrive at the Abra Capuliyoc that is located at 2800 meters above sea level, from this place you will see the amazing Valley of the Apurimac, depth, Majesty and surrounding to the harmony of its snow-capped peaks; After a walk of descent of 3 hrs, arrive to Chiquisca place where camp. Dinner.

• Day 02: Chiquisca – Choquequirao:

  Very early began our descent, appreciating the magnificent landscapes of the Canyon of the Apurimac until 1,495 m.a.s.l., we will pass the modern suspension bridge of the Apurimac river, from there takes us a long, hard climb for 5 hours towards our goal, after a tired Trek arrived at Choquequirao to appreciate the wonder that saves us the past, walk its streets, venues, etc. Then we went to Raqaypata, we arrived just in time to enjoy the incredible sunset on the peaks snowfall before a delicious dinner and a rest well deserved in our camp (3000m).

• Day 03: Choquequirao – Chiquisca:

  They ate breakfast and starts the day by visiting the restored part and we explore the newly discovered places which are being excavated and restored, an optional tour is the waterfall House (300 meters below Choquequirao) the archaeological monument is an Inca city which has divided sectors with different functions and which communicates through passages to the plaza mayor. This square is defined by constructions of different uses and has ceremonial and 2 levels of housing. The remains of the monument show that the city was suddenly abandoned. You can see temples of the Sun and Earth, real residences, rooms of rest, and residences for farmers. Also, from the highest point of the Husno, we appreciate again the twilight magic of the Apurimac Canyon, surrounded by the different Apus or mountain tutelary, with a little luck we’ll see a condor in all their magnificence bidding farewell to the God Sun. After this wonderful experience again road along the same route that brought us to Choquequirao, is undertaken gradually descending to the shores of the Apurimac river. Becomes Rosalina Beach for lunch, and after a short break continues to Chiquisca place of last night.

• Day 04: Chiquisca – Cachora – Cusco:

  Again, we started walking towards Cachora for a duration of approximately 03 hours, can be seen again the barrel, as well as the diversity of flora and fauna with their different altitudinal or ecological. Finally, you arrive at Cachora to board the bus that brings us back to Cusco. Getting moved to the hotel. Choquequirao (from the Aymara chuqui, gold, and of the quechua kiraw, wedge, i.e.: “cradle of gold”) last bastion and refuge Inca.

Aditional Information

• Includes:
  • Private round-trip transportation and return.
  • Entrance.
  • Professional Adventure Guide.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
    Camping (tent and flask, tent and bathroom) equipment.
  • Mules and horses to carry the equipment.
  • Cook and Assistant.
  • Muleteers.
  • 01 emergency per 03 people horse.
  • First aid equipment.
• What advise you carry:
  • Clothes light.
  • Equipment for rain.
  • Warm clothing for the night.
  • A pair of hiking boots.
  • Flashlight with batteries extras.
  • Hat or Cap.
  • Extra money.
  • Mosquito repellent.

Itinerary

• Day 01 Cusco- Cachora – Chiquisca:
  • Very early our guide will pick you up at the hotel, we will leave by private bus to the city of Cachora.
  • After 03h30, they arrive at the starting point where the muleteer and the mules await us to start the walk.
  • After 02 hrs., We will arrive at Abra Capuliyoc which is located at 2800 meters above sea level, from this place we will observe the incredible Apurimac Valley. Lunchtime
  • Then continue the walk, descend approx. 03hrs to reach the place called Chiquisca, where the first camp awaits you, dinner.
• Day 02 Chuquiska – Rosalina Beach – Choquequirao:
  • After breakfast very early, we will descend to La Playa Rosalina (1550m / 5085f).
  • From there, we will continue towards Marampata (2850m / 9350f), where we will have a beautiful view of the archaeological complex of Choquequirao (3033m / 9951f). Lunch and short rest.
  • Then continue the walk to Raqaypata, you will arrive just in time to enjoy the incredible sunset in the snowy peaks before a delicious dinner and a well-deserved rest in our camp (3000).
• Day 03 Visit Choquequirao – Return to Chiquiska:
  • After breakfast, then you will go to the highest part to appreciate the sunrise. Here you will observe the first visit to the archaeological site of Choquequirao.
  • In this archaeological monument, the central square stands out, which is defined by constructions of different uses, they have ceremonial and 2 levels of housing
  • You can see temples of the Sun and Earth, royal residences, restrooms, and residences for farmers.
  • After this wonderful experience, the road is taken again along the same route that took us to Choquequirao
  • After the descent arrives at Rosalina beach for lunch, after a short rest, continue to the place of Chiquisca at night, this will be the last camp.
• Day 04 Chiquisca- Cachora- Return to Cusco:
  • Again, we start walking towards Cachora for an approximate duration of 03 hours, where you can observe the diversity of flora and fauna with its different altitudes or ecological floors.
  • Finally, they will arrive in Cachora to address the mobility that takes them back to Cusco.
  • Transfer to the hotel.