Cusco - Cachora -Santa Rosa

Ruinas de Choquequirao - Our first day starts out from the village of Cachora, a 4 hour drive from Cusco. Leaving Cachora the path works it’s way down in to the Apurimac Valley and we will have fantastic views of snow-capped peaks in the distance and the Apurimac Valley spread out before us throughout the day, also after a few hours walking we’ll get to have our first views of Choquequirao sat on the far side of the valley. The area around Choquequirao is rich in life and we will see a wide variety of flora and fauna as we make our way down in to the valley. Our campsite for the night is at Santa Rosa (2200m / 7215ft.) which is on the other side of the Apurimac River. As the campsite is a little further along the trail than most groups go it is one of the quietest places to camp on the whole trek so we can enjoy the beautiful scenery around us without distraction.

Santa Rosa-Choquequirao

Ruinas de Choquequirao - Today is probably the hardest day of the trek. To get to Choquequirao we need to make our way back up the opposite side of the Apurimac Valley which involves ascending about 800m / 2624ft. over a distance of 14km / 8.7 miles through hot and humid conditions. It’s quite tough going but the views we get today mixed with the wide variety of flora and fauna you find on this side of the valley make it worth it.Throughout the day we will see a wide variety of bromeliads, orchids and stands of bamboo; After about a 5 hour walk we’ll arrive to our campsite close to Choquequirao (3050m / 10,005ft.) and settle in for the night - if the weather is clear the views of the sunsetting from here are amazing Condors soaring over the valley below.

Choquequirao-Chiquiska

Ruinas de Choquequirao - Today’s focus is on exploring Choquequirao. Waking up early you’ll head off on a guided tour of the site during which you’ll be shown the most important and interesting sections of the city and get to learn about the Inca culture and the close relation between Choquequirao and Machu Picchu. Compared to Machu Picchu little is known about Choquequirao even though it has been known about for much longer. Originally discovered in the 17th century by the Spanish it lay abandoned and forgotten until recent years when tourism raised the profile of the city and exploration began. Even with this increased interest only 25% of the city has been explored and many of its secrets still wait to be discovered. After your tour you’ll begin the trek back to Cachora along the route we came. Our campsite for tonight is Chiquiska (1800m / 5905ft.) in the base of the valley by the Apurimac River.

Chiquiska-Cachora-Cusco

Ruinas de Choquequirao - Today is the final stretch of the trek as we make our way back to Cachora. Winding our way back up the side of the valley we’ll have our final views of Choquequirao in the distance before arriving to Cachora in the late afternoon and travelling by bus back to Cusco.

• 9 included meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, and 3 Dinners with dietary options available
• Dining tent furnished with tables and chairs
• On-site first aid kit for emergencies
• Comfortable accommodation with tents and sleeping mattresses
• Round-trip tourist transportation to the trailhead
• Luggage assistance with horses carrying up to 6kg of personal items
• Professional English-speaking tour guide
• Expert Masterchef to enhance your dining experience throughout the trek

• Sleeping bag $.25 Walking pole $15, You might rent from your local operator
• Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 4
• Extra horse for back riding $.50 per day

The 4-day Choquequirao hike is ideal for individuals seeking solitude or an alternative to Machu Picchu during their journey. The trail leads to Machu Picchu’s sibling city, Choquequirao (The Golden Cradle), nestled high above the Apurimac Valley. It offers a rich diversity of plant and animal life and stunning landscapes, making it an excellent option for both individual and group travelers.

• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.