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| Group size | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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From: $200.00
Spanning an area twice the size of Machu Picchu, this ancient site will reveal the very essence of ecotourism. Nestled in a region with scarce tourist traffic, we take pride in sourcing all provisions and logistical support directly from local communities. This not only fosters a warm, communal atmosphere but also grants you the privilege of discovering one of South America’s best-kept secrets. This 5-day Choquequirao trek to Machu Picchu is full of adventure and cultural immersion.
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| Choquequirao | ||
| Group size | Full Price per person | Reservation per person |
| 1 | $ 800.00 | $ 200.00 |
| 2 | $ 550.00 | $ 200.00 |
| 3 | $ 450.00 | $ 200.00 |
| 4 | $ 400.00 | $ 200.00 |
| 5 | $ 350.00 | $ 200.00 |
| 6 | $ 300.00 | $ 200.00 |
One of the most well-preserved jewels of Inca culture is the great “Choquequirao.” As the site was re-discovered just over a hundred years ago, its significance remains a mystery. It has only been open to visitors since the year2000, which makes this magical place an off-the-beaten-path destination that one can enjoy without the large crowds of other tourist sites in the region. This trek is a unique experience given the physical effort it requires of visitors who wish to earn their encounter with the Inca world.
Day 1
We depart from Cusco at 08:00, heading north for approximately four hours to our starting point at the small community of Capulyoc. We will have lunch at Gladys’s house and take time to rest before we begin the first portion of the trek. At 15:00 we will hike towards the community of Chiquisca. After approximately three hours we will arrive at Melchora’s place where we will have dinner and spend the night in the Chiquisca base camp.
Day 2
After breakfast at Melchora’s house, we will start our second day of trekking. At 7:00am we will start our trek to Marampata. We will make the entire descent to the Rosalina bridge (a few hours from our starting point), and then take the trail up. After three to four hours of climbing we will arrive at the community of Santa Rosa to have lunch at Flor’s house. Once we have eaten and rested we will resume the hike to reach Marampata where we should arrive around 18:00. Here, we will have dinner and spend the night at Marampata base camp.
Day 3
Today we will explore the Choquequirao site. Early in the morning we will leave for the archaeological center, approximately two hours from Marampata. At the site we will explore the main areas of Choquequirao and enjoy a picnic lunch before our return to Marampata. Once in Marampata, we will pick up the rest of our luggage and begin the descent to Santa Rosa (where we had lunch the day before). We will spend the night in Santa Rosa base camp and rest for our last day of trekking.
Day 4
After breakfast with Flor, we will begin the journey back to Capulyoc. As the trail will already be familiar to us, we will have a good idea of what to expect for the initial descent to the bridge and the climb back to our starting point. A well-deserved lunch will await us in Capulyoc, after which we will begin the trip back to Cusco and end our expedition.
