Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
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Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
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Total distance: Approx. 60 km
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Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (Choquequirao)
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Minimum altitude: 1,500 m (Apurímac Canyon)
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Difficulty level: High
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Type: Trekking + archaeology + nature
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Mode: Hiking with camping
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Start/End point: Cusco
Itinerary Choquequirao Trek – 4 Days
Day 1: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Chiquisca – Santa Rosa
Starting altitude: 3,200 m (Cusco)
Lowest point: 1,500 m (Apurímac Canyon)
Camping altitude: 1,900 m (Santa Rosa)
Distance: Approx. 15 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
We’ll pick you up early from your hotel and drive for about 4 hours to Capuliyoc Viewpoint, where the trek begins. From here, we descend into the deep Apurímac Canyon, enjoying spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and the winding river below.
We stop for lunch in Chiquisca, then continue with an uphill section to reach our first campsite at Santa Rosa.
Day 2: Santa Rosa – Marampata – Choquequirao
Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (Choquequirao)
Distance: Approx. 12 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
After breakfast, we continue our ascent toward the village of Marampata (2,900 m), where we’ll enjoy lunch with panoramic views of Choquequirao in the distance.
In the afternoon, we hike to the Choquequirao archaeological site, one of the most important Inca cities of the Tahuantinsuyo. We’ll explore ceremonial plazas, terraces, temples, and structures surrounded by cloud forest.
Overnight camp near Choquequirao.
Day 3: Choquequirao – Marampata – Chiquisca
Minimum altitude: 1,800 m
Distance: Approx. 14 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
After breakfast, we’ll make a final visit to Choquequirao, then begin the return trek by descending once more to the Apurímac River, followed by a steep climb to the Chiquisca campsite.
Day 4: Chiquisca – Capuliyoc – Cusco
Ending altitude: 3,200 m (Capuliyoc)
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
After breakfast, we tackle the final uphill section to Capuliyoc, where our private vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. Arrival is expected between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m.
Includes
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Pre-trek briefing in Cusco
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Private transportation: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Cusco
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Professional trekking guide (Spanish/English)
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Cook, muleteers, and mules (6 kg per person)
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Camping equipment: tents, sleeping mats, dining/kitchen tents
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All meals during the trek: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
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Entrance ticket to Choquequirao archaeological park
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First aid kit and oxygen tank
No Incluye
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Sleeping bag (available for rent)
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Trekking poles (available for rent)
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Final lunch in Cusco
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Tips for the staff (optional)
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Travel insurance
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Personal snacks and beverages
Packing list Choquequirao Trek – 4 Days
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Daypack (30–40L)
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Sleeping bag (rated to -10 °C or lower)
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Warm clothing and rain gear
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Trekking poles
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Hiking boots
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Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
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Insect repellent
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Headlamp + extra batteries
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Personal medication (including altitude pills)
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Energy snacks
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Toilet paper and hygiene items
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Extra cash in PEN (Peruvian soles)
Recommendations
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Arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before to acclimatize
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Good physical condition is required for this trek
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Book at least 1 week in advance
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Travel insurance is highly recommended
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Ideal for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences
Prices Choquequirao Trek – 4 Days
Price per Person
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From $380 USD (shared group, min. 2 people)
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Private service: Request a custom quote
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Sleeping bag rental: $15 USD
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Special discounts for students and groups
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
-
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
-
Total distance: Approx. 60 km
-
Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (Choquequirao)
-
Minimum altitude: 1,500 m (Apurímac Canyon)
-
Difficulty level: High
-
Type: Trekking + archaeology + nature
-
Mode: Hiking with camping
-
Start/End point: Cusco
Day 1: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Chiquisca – Santa Rosa
Starting altitude: 3,200 m (Cusco)
Lowest point: 1,500 m (Apurímac Canyon)
Camping altitude: 1,900 m (Santa Rosa)
Distance: Approx. 15 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
We’ll pick you up early from your hotel and drive for about 4 hours to Capuliyoc Viewpoint, where the trek begins. From here, we descend into the deep Apurímac Canyon, enjoying spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and the winding river below.
We stop for lunch in Chiquisca, then continue with an uphill section to reach our first campsite at Santa Rosa.
Day 2: Santa Rosa – Marampata – Choquequirao
Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (Choquequirao)
Distance: Approx. 12 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
After breakfast, we continue our ascent toward the village of Marampata (2,900 m), where we’ll enjoy lunch with panoramic views of Choquequirao in the distance.
In the afternoon, we hike to the Choquequirao archaeological site, one of the most important Inca cities of the Tahuantinsuyo. We’ll explore ceremonial plazas, terraces, temples, and structures surrounded by cloud forest.
Overnight camp near Choquequirao.
Day 3: Choquequirao – Marampata – Chiquisca
Minimum altitude: 1,800 m
Distance: Approx. 14 km
Hiking time: 6–7 hours
After breakfast, we’ll make a final visit to Choquequirao, then begin the return trek by descending once more to the Apurímac River, followed by a steep climb to the Chiquisca campsite.
Day 4: Chiquisca – Capuliyoc – Cusco
Ending altitude: 3,200 m (Capuliyoc)
Distance: Approx. 8 km
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
After breakfast, we tackle the final uphill section to Capuliyoc, where our private vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. Arrival is expected between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m.
Includes
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Pre-trek briefing in Cusco
-
Private transportation: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Cusco
-
Professional trekking guide (Spanish/English)
-
Cook, muleteers, and mules (6 kg per person)
-
Camping equipment: tents, sleeping mats, dining/kitchen tents
-
All meals during the trek: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
-
Entrance ticket to Choquequirao archaeological park
-
First aid kit and oxygen tank
-
Sleeping bag (available for rent)
-
Trekking poles (available for rent)
-
Final lunch in Cusco
-
Tips for the staff (optional)
-
Travel insurance
-
Personal snacks and beverages
-
Daypack (30–40L)
-
Sleeping bag (rated to -10 °C or lower)
-
Warm clothing and rain gear
-
Trekking poles
-
Hiking boots
-
Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
-
Insect repellent
-
Headlamp + extra batteries
-
Personal medication (including altitude pills)
-
Energy snacks
-
Toilet paper and hygiene items
-
Extra cash in PEN (Peruvian soles)
Recommendations
-
Arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before to acclimatize
-
Good physical condition is required for this trek
-
Book at least 1 week in advance
-
Travel insurance is highly recommended
-
Ideal for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences
