CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK 5 DAYS
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The Choquequirao citadel is one of the most visited points today, its incredible architecture and beautiful landscapes make this place a good and new option to learn about the Inca culture.
Itinerary
Dia 1: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Playa
The pick up from each hotel starts at 5:30 am, during 4 hours of road in our transport we arrive to Capuliyoc which is located over 3100 meters above sea level, on the way we will be able to observe towns, valleys, crops and mountains. Upon arrival we will meet our muleteer who will accompany us throughout the journey, we get ready and leave. After 3 hours of walking we arrive to Chikisca where we will have lunch. After lunch and after a 2 hour downhill hike we arrive at Playa Rosalina, where we will camp.
Dia 2: Playa – Maranpata – Choquequirao
Breakfast starts very early, then we will take the road for 4 hours approx. to Marampata where we will have lunch having Choquequirao, which is only 20 minutes away. We will rest here.
Dia 3: Choquequirao
After a comforting breakfast, we will finally visit the Choquequirao complex (Cradle of Gold in Quechua), during the whole day we will be able to enjoy this beautiful landscape. Then we will return to our camp to enjoy a tea before dinner and rest.
Dia 4: Choquequirao – San Ignacio – Villa de Loros
Today is the easiest day of the whole trek. We will walk downhill for about 2 hours until we reach the Apurimac River, pass the bridge and begin the ascent to the town of San Ignacio for lunch. In this area we can enjoy a beautiful waterfall. After lunch we will walk a little until we reach the valley of Villa de Loros (2600 masl) where we will camp for the night.
Dia 5: Villa de Loros – Saywite – Cconoc – Cusco
After breakfast we take the transportation to the archaeological site of Saywite where we will visit the Inca Monolith and pass by several water springs. Now we head to the hot springs of Cconoc to relax after many days of trekking. After lunch we return to the city of Cusco for a comforting.
Included
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
4 happy hours
Cook and kitchen equipment
Dining tents, tables and chairs
- Vegetarian, vegan, celiac and other meals available upon request.
- Camping equipment: Marmot tent (4-person capacity) for 2 persons
4 nights of lodging in campsites provided by the authority.
- Transportation to the beginning of the trek (Capuliyoc).
Transfer Ollantaytambo – Cusco (return)
Expedition train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
- Entrance to Choquequirao
Entrance to all the archaeological sites of the tour
Entrance to the hot springs of Cconoc.
Professional guide in all tours.
- Sleeping bag
- First Breakfast
- Tips
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Bring:
- Warm clothing and/or Waterproof Jacket.
- Sunscreen.
- Insect Repellent.
- Passport
Note:
- We are able to develop customized programs for groups with different interests.
different interests, including additional nights, additional excursions and flight reservations
and flight reservations to be arranged by previous agreement.
All tours can be given in private service, according to your choice:
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