▷ Choquequirao Trek 5 Days | Peru trek

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Acomodation

From 10°C to 22°C

Temperature

3,033 m | 9,950 ft

Max. Altitude

All year around

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Overview – Choquequirao Trek 5 Days

Discover Choquequirao on a 5-day trek through remote Inca trails, stunning landscapes, and ancient ruins in Peru.

Embark on a 5-day Choquequirao Trek and explore Peru’s hidden Inca city, known as the Sister of Machu Picchu. Located high in the Vilcabamba mountain range at 3,100 m, Choquequirao offers breathtaking views of the Apurimac River, glaciers, and sacred Andean peaks. This challenging trek is ideal for adventurous hikers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. Along the way, discover ancient Inca trails, unspoiled ruins, lush cloud forests, condors in flight, and vibrant wildlife. Supported by horses, with quality camping gear and nutritious meals included, the trek concludes with a relaxing visit to the thermal baths of Conoc.

Trip Type: Hiking, adventure, history, culture and nature
Trip Length: 5 Days/4 Nights
Group Size: 2-8 Hikers
Difficulty Level: Moderate to challenging, but rewarding hike.
Weather: Dry season (Cold & sunny days) – Rainy season (Changeable weather)
Hiking Distance: 50 km

Daily Itinerary for Choquequirao Trek 5 days

Day 1: Cuzco –Cachora- Capuliyoc – Chiquisca

Early morning pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Cusco at approx. 4:30 A.M. You will then begin the 4-hour drive to the trail head in Capuliyoc (2,850m/9,407ft). You’ll pass through the small town of Cachora and continue to Capuliyoc for breakfast, also, you will meet your horsemen here. Following, your trek will start by descending all the way down to Chiquisca for around 3- 4 hours, where you will have lunch and spend the night at Chiquisca Campsite. Along the way, you will enjoy great views of Apurimac Canyon, snow-capped mountains such as Padreyoc (5,571m/18,387ft).

Hiking Distance: 10 Km /6 miles (4 to 5 hours) downhill

Campsites Altitude: Night 1: 1950 m ( 6,398 ft)

Day 2: Chiquisca-Playa-Pajonal-Santa Rosa-Maranpata

Wake up around 5:00 am in your tent with a warm cup of coca tea or coffee before preparing for the most challenging day of the Choquequirao Trek. After a hearty breakfast, begin your descent for 1.5 hours to La Playa Rosalina, then cross the Apurimac River bridge and continue with a steady 2-hour climb to the village of Santa Rosa (1,500 m). After lunch, the adventure continues with a 2.5-hour ascent to Marampata (2,940 m / 9,646 ft), one of the most beautiful campsites on the trek. From here, enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes, stunning sunsets, and clear night skies perfect for stargazing. With some luck, you may even spot majestic condors soaring above the mountains.

Note: Our campsite could be around Sunchupata or nearest to Choquequirao site

Hiking Distance: 14 km/9 miles (6-7 hours) uphill

Campsites Altitude: Night 2: 3,033 m (9,950 ft)

Day 3: Choquequirao Day-Exploring the Lost City of the Incas.

After a nutritious breakfast, you will hike to the breathtaking Inca site of Choquequirao. Enjoy a private guided tour and explore its remarkable sections, including temples, terraces, palaces, ceremonial centers, and the famous llama carvings. Often called the “Cradle of Gold” and the “Sister of Machu Picchu”, Choquequirao was officially rediscovered in the late 20th century. This impressive citadel is perched on a ridge at 3,079 m / 10,164 ft, overlooking the glacier-fed Apurimac River.

Following your exploration, you’ll return to Marampata campsite for lunch, dinner, and an overnight stay.

*Lunch: You will also have choice for Lunch to go in our walking Tour in Choquequirao since this day is busy day and you would be tired to come back to our campground.

Hiking Distance: 7 km (Full day exploring)

Campsites Altitude: Night 3: 3,079 m / 10,164 ft.

Day 4: Marampata- La Playa-Chiquisca-Coca Masana

Like previous mornings, after your delicious breakfast you will prepare your journey back to Cuzco. It will take 2 hours back down to Marampata. You will continue enjoying all the landscapes along the way the Valley. From Marampata, you will begin the 4 hour steep downhill hike to La Playa. Once you reach La Playa (Pajonal), you will enjoy your lunch here. Following, it will be another two hours, uphill to Chikiska Camp, which is in the backyard of a family’s home or similar one.

Hiking Distance: 16 km /9.9 miles (8-9 hours) downhill

Campsites Altitude: Night 4: 2,100 m (6,889 ft)

Day 5: Coca Masana – Capuliyoc – Cusco

After an early breakfast, begin the final stretch of your Choquequirao Trek with a 3-hour uphill hike back to Capuliyoc. Here you’ll enjoy your last lunch with the Inca Vision team before saying goodbye to the horsemen and cooks who supported your journey. Together with your guide, you will continue by car to relax in the natural Conoc hot springs or, if time permits, visit the fascinating Saywite archaeological site.

On the return to Cusco (approx. 3 hours by car), you’ll pass through the town of Curahuasi, famous for its locally grown anise tea. Arrival in Cusco is around 7:30 p.m., with drop-off at your hotel—concluding an unforgettable adventure to the Lost City of the Incas.

Note: Visits to Conoc hot springs or Saywite are subject to schedule and timing.

Hiking Distance: 6 km/ 4 miles (3 hours) uphill

Included

Pre-departure briefing in our office or your hotel. Time to be determined by the company.
Private Accommodation: 4 nights camping on the Choquequirao trek.
Camping equipment: Dining and kitchen tents, Portable toilet tent, tables, chairs, and cooking gears (all carried by the horses).
Inflatable mattress: Thermarest air mattresses that are 3 inches thick and add a lot of comfort to sleep and rest.
Pillow, rain ponchos and duffel bag.
Transportation: You will be provided with all transportation for this trek. You will be picked up directly from your hotel around 4: 30 A.M, and brought to the trail head. When you arrive back to the end of your trek, our van will take you back to your hotel in Cuzco (Day 5).
Professional Guides: English speaking, professionally educated guides. All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in the Cusco region, and are committed to teaching others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe and sound and happy so you can enjoy your time worry-free!
Trekking Chef: A chef and his assistant, specialized in cooking on the trail, will prepare all of your delicious meals to replenish your energy along the trail.
Cargo Mules: On days 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 cargo mules will carry all camping equipment and your personal baggage allowance (7 kgs/15.4 lbs). On days 1 and 5 your duffel bags will be carried by car to your destination.
1 Saddle-horse or emergency horse: This service will only be available on the hard sections of the trek, as those are the most challenging ones.
Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners (Vegetarian, vegan, or special menus are available at no extra cost), 5 Snacks, 4 happy hours. All these meals are prepared by our Chef.
Water: We will provide you water for your morning hike every day and again during lunch. We suggest to bring your camel bag and extra energy drinks for this trek, because being well hydrated is the key to feeling great in the mountains.
Products for hygiene: You will be provided with a small towel, soap and hand sanitizer before each meal to clean your hands.
Entry ticket to Choquequirao Archeological Site.
Entry fee to the Hot Springs in Conoc.
First-Aid Kit: Our guides have received training in first aid from physicians. Our guides will bring an emergency oxygen bottle, as well.

Not Included

Sleeping Bags:You can rent one from our company if you do not have your own. Our sleeping bags are effective and durable to protect from temperatures as low as -18ºC (0ºF). They are mummy form and include a sleeping liner. The bags are cleaned after every use and have a maximum usage of 30 trips. (Cost: USD $20).
Walking Sticks:You can rent a set from our company if you would like (Cost: USD $15/pair).
Last Day: Dinner in Cusco.
Travel Insurance.
Tips for our staff:Tipping is of course 100% voluntary and should only be done if you feel like your guide, porters, horse men and Chef have done an amazing job for you.
Additional costsor delays out of control of the management (landslides, bad weather condition, itinerary modification due to a safety concern, altitude sickness, change of government policy, political instability/strike, etc.).

This Choquequirao trek is available all year around since the geographic terrain of the route enable to do this tour/ expedition. On the other hand, Peru usually celebrates annual festivities, special events, special occasions and activities such as: The Feast of the Sun, Easter Sunday procession, Folkloric Parade, Carnival, Christmas Day, Bullfighting, and so on, occasionally, unforeseen events such as: Solar and Lunar eclipses would be a surprising experience for you. For this reasons, Inca Vision Agency guarantees your departure dates. BOOK now! Only your confirmation is needed.

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We require a deposit of 50% of the total price per person for any tours or treks. The deposit can be made via PayPal or Western Union. If you rent camping and hiking gear, upgrade tours or receive a discount of the total price our sales team will email you the updated remaining balance payable at our Cusco office.

For shared service (Group Tour)

$ 650 USD per person (3 people minimum)

For private service (Private Tour) are based on group size:

2 People: $ 850 USD per person
3 People: $ 800 per person
4 People: $ 775 USD per person
5 People: $ 680 USD per person
6 People: $ 650 USD per person

Note.

If you book this tour for more than 2 people, ask for it and get a discount for this tour.
17 years old or less, the discount is $20 USD

According to Peruvian Law, you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu to qualify for a discount.

Note: If you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.

All students must provide a copy of their passport at the time of booking to receive the student discount. Email us a copy at: incavisiontours@gmail.com

Pay with PayPal

Please note that PayPal charge a fee of 5.5 % (only for online deposits) which the client is responsible for. The fee is for the use of PayPal’s secure payment gateway. Please send your deposit to incavisiontours@gmail.com and notify us after payment has made through PayPal.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: For this trek you will need one hold-all or duffel bag, which we will provide. However, you will be carrying your small day pack while hiking. Please pack as light as possible. A light backpack is key to feeling great!

Passport (very important)
Valid STUDENT CARD (if you booked as a student)
Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
2L Camelbaks or water bottles
Water for the beginning of your hike. We will resupply you at lunch.
Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles) and sandals. (very important)
5 Wicking/Hiking T-Shirts & and 2 hiking pants
Nice shirt and pants for Choquequirao day – remember you will always treasure these photos, wear something you love
Waterproof jacket/rain poncho, warm jacket, down jacket, fleece or sweater, scarf, wool hat, sunglasses, gloves and 5 pairs of socks
Bathing suits & small towel for the hot springs in Conoc ( It is optional )
Sun protection cream and sun hat (very important)
Insect Repellent
Camera/ Cellphone with extra Power Bank
iPhone/iPod for music
Flashlight or head lamp with spare batteries (very important)
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips