CHOQUEQUIRAO WITH MACHUPICCHU 7D - 6N

Overview

Choquequirao is known as sister of Machupicchu is one of the Inca citadels that is little known by tourists is located in Apurimac canyon at an altitude of (3100masl/10170ft.) Where also frequents the world’s largest flying bird (condor). that is why Guiding Cusco decided to make a 7-day trek including Machupicchu through mountain ranges passing the mines victory since Inca times even the locals are still extracting this great copper ore. Passing some communities such as Marampata, Yanama, Maizal, Totora, etc.. Also passing different ecological floors and reaching the wonder of the world Machupicchu making a very strong trek of 6 days and the last day 7 Machupicchu. This trek is considered the most difficult in terms of physical activity. I Edwin Camala as a trekking guide considered in the Cusco region this would be the most difficult thinking with altitude problem and with physical activity problems.

Itinerary

DAY 1 CUSCO-CACHORA-CAPULIYOC-SANTA ROSA BAJA

Our Guiding Cusco team will pick you up at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. and take you by minibus for 4 hours to the start of the trail at the viewpoint of Capuliyoc (2,885 masl / 9,465 ft). Here you will have 40 minutes to get ready, both travellers and workers such as cooks and muleteers. After all this we will be ready to appreciate the Inca city of Choquequirao and the Apurimac Canyon. The first 3 hours of trekking will be downhill to Chikiska, where we will start the trek into the highlands towards the Apurimac Canyon, where the climate is warmer. Lunch will be served by your mountain chef using fresh local products. The second part of the day is a 2.30 hour hike down 30 minutes to Rosalina Beach at an altitude of 1,500 masl/4,920 ft. Then it is uphill to lower Santa Rosa Camp (1,914 masl/6,280 ft). This is a 2 hour pure ascent and we will do this part in the afternoon when it is cooler.

DAY 2 SANTA ROSA BAJA-MARAMPATA-CHOQUEQUIRAO

After an early breakfast, you will start the most challenging part of the trek. The hike starts with a 3 hours zigzag ascent to Marampata (2,850 m.a.s.l. / 9,350 ft.). From here you will be able to see Choquequirao and you can also buy some soda or chocolates as this is the last village before Choquequirao. After all this we will continue to Choquequirao camp (3,000 masl/9,840 ft). Another 2 hours more lunch will be waiting for us ready and it is here that we will spend the night as we also have lunch. After a lunch from our mountain chef in the afternoon you will have time to visit this place less visited by tourists and your guide will be able to explain in detail about the history and you will be able to have a sunset in Inca city like the Incas. explore all the Inca city its temples, terraces and more than all llamas sector do not miss. Fantastic view of the mountains and a wide variety of flora and fauna.

DAY 3 CHOQUEQUIRAO – PINCHAUNUYOC – RIO BLANCO – MAIZAL

Wake up with a hot cup of tea in your tent while enjoying the view of the Andes. Then you will have breakfast with your trekking team and continue with the excursion. This day you will have another opportunity to visit the Inca city Choquequirao in the morning and observe the sunrise of the same Inca city. After all this you will continue to your destination until Choquequirao pass will be an hour of ascent. In Choquequirao pass you will have a majestic view where you will find yourself alone with your equipment in a pure connection with nature. Afterwards you will start with a 2 hour descent to Pinchayunuyoc. This place is another place of pure terraces with water springs, continuing with a descent to Rio Blanco (1,880 masl / 6,167 ft) for another hour. Lunch will be served here and you can also take a dip in the river as the weather will be perfect for an open air bath. Be sure to bring a good mosquito repellent. After lunch it will be a 4 hour zigzag ascent to a place called maizal (2,891 masl / 9,488 ft). There we will stay with a local family, the Perez family. That’s all for this difficult day.

DAY 4 MAIZAL – VICTORIA PASS – YANAMA – QOLLPAPAMPA

After breakfast, you will continue the excursion, today you will find a 5 hours climb up to Victoria PASS, the first part is a gradual ascent with an impressive view of mountains around as well as tunnels that the Inca miners worked and the last part will be Inca steps or zigzag path all the way to Victoria PASS (4,210 masl / 13,549 ft.). where you can see mountains like Pumacillo, Padreyoc, etc. After the photos a descent of 1 hour and a half to the Yanama community (3,700 masl / 12,139 ft.). where you will have lunch. After lunch you will pack your things to continue with a small truck to Qollpapampa place (2,900 masl / 9,514 ft.) camping place for tonight day 4 will also be the time to say good bye to a member of the group (arriero), and in Qollpapampa you will meet many trekkers who will be doing Salkantay trail.

DAY 5 QOLLPAPAMPA –PLAYA SAHUAYACO – LUCMABAMBA

After breakfast you will continue with the hike like the other Salkantay trekkers for them day 3 and for you professional trekkers day 5 with a gradual descent having another type of vegetation like orchids. It will also be a more relaxing day finding plantations like granadilla, avocado, coffee, and etc. With a duration of 5 hours of pure relaxation on this day you will have lunch at Playa Sahuayaco (2,100 masl/6,880 ft) after lunch if you want your guide will be able to process your organic coffee from beans to your own coffee. In this place you have the option to visit the hot springs of Cocalmayo which will not be included if you want you can visit together with your guide the price would be no more than 60 soles. but all this is optional.

DAY 6 LUCMABAMBA – LLACTAPATA – HYDROELECTRICA- AGUAS CALIENTES TOUW

Wake up among coffee and avocado trees. Then, you will continue for 3 hours along an ancient Inca Trail to Llaqtapata (2,814 masl/9,232 ft). You will have the first and best view of the Great Inca City of Machu Picchu. After enjoying the views, you will also find a small Inca construction where your guide will be able to tell you more. Then zigzag dow to ahobamba valley. Where hidroelectric place and luch.

After lunch you will have another 3 hours walk along the side of the train tracks to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m.a.s.l./6,690 ft.). Overnight in a Hotel in Aguas Calientes, with hot shower and wifi after several days over mountains civilization again.

DAY 7 AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU-OLLANTAYTAMBO-CUSCO

Today will be the most important day of your 7 days tour, today you will get up very early as every day, you will take the first bus to Machu Picchu to enter before sunrise. First you will go up to the top where the classic photo is taken and then you will start the guided tour, exploring the most important streets, squares and temples of the citadel of Machu Picchu. After the guided tour, you will have time to explore on your own or hike to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain (additional hikes other than the citadel). In the afternoon, take the 14:55 expedition train back to Ollantaytambo then to Cusco. Return to your hotel around 7.00pm, where the trek from Choquequirao to Machu Picchu ends

IMPORTANT LIST FOR 7 DAYS TREK CHOQUEQUIRAO WHIT MACHUPICCHU

During the Choquequirao Machu Picchu Trek, you’ll need good hiking gear as you’ll be in the wild for several days. Here are the essentials you need to take on your trip

Includes

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Pick up and drop off from your hotel in Cusco.
All transportation during the seven days of the tour.
Professional native English speaking guide
Mountain chef, muleteers
Pack mule to carry food, equipment and 7 kilos of your belongings.
Drinking water except on the sixth and last day
All meals included except lunch and dinner on the last day.
Camping equipment (tents, table, chairs, portable toilet).
Five nights camping with comfortable equipment.
One night hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
Foam sleeping mattress, pillows, sheets.
First aid kit, oxygen bottle.
Entrance fee to Choquequirao and Machu Picchu
Entrance to Machu Picchu
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Expedition train back to Cusco

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?

Sleeping bag, trekking poles, air mattress (you can rent with us)
Lunch and dinner on the last day
Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain
Entrance to Machu Picchu mountain (different from the MP Citadel)
Gratuities (optional, but very important for those who took care of their health during the trip)
Travel insurance (highly recommended)

What to bring

WHAT TO PACK IN THE DAYPACK?

Rain gear is very necessary
Sun protection every day
Warm clothes, hat, and gloves
Comfortable clothing for seven days
Insect repellant very important
Toiletries and hand sanitizer
Personal medication, band-aids, moleskin
Flashlight and extra batteries

WHAT TO PACK IN THE DUFFLE BAG?

Sleeping bag
Sandals, sneakers
Clothes for 7 days: pants, tshirts, underpants, termal clothing.

Price

“CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK TO MACHUPICCHU 7 DAYS” can leave any day of the week, from march though january. We stop operating in february, becouse of rainy season and maintenance of the route.

PRICE 2024

Group Price: US$ 1,500.00 per person

REQUIRED pre payment: US$ 700.00 per person.

BALANCE. (CUSCO): US$ 800.00 (Usually paid in cusco 2 or 3 days before the star of your adventure)

This small group adventure is guaranteed to opérate whit just 2 people.

The payment can be made through the Openpay link that has an additional charge of 5% for online deposit, and half of the payment will be made without any additional charge as it will be in our offices or directly to the staff in charge of Guiding Cusco that will visit your hotel.

HOTEL IN AGUAS CALIENTES TOWN.

Most treks to machupicchu ends in aguas calientes town, so you will spend the last night in a hotel in the town. rather tan camping (including a shared room in a standard 3-star hotel). If you need a hotel upgrate or prefer a sigle room, you can pay an extra fee. Please enquire for more details.

EXTRA HIKES AROUND MACHUPICCHU.

Complementary services and upgrades you can include in this trip:

HUAYNA PICCHU mountain(highly recommended): US$ 70.00
HUCHUY PICCHU mountain: US$ 50.00
Single supplement(hotel at aguas calinetes town). US$ 35.00
Extra night at aguas calientes town. US$ 60.00
Vistadome train (from aguas calientes town – ollantaytambo). US$ 70.00

EXTRA EQUIPMENT FOR THE TREK OF CHOQUEQUIRAO TO MACHUPICCHU 7 DAYS.

Additional ítems you can rent for this trip:

Sleeping bag : US$ 30.00
Trekking poles(1 pair): US$ 30.00
Inflatable mattress. US$ 30.00

PRICE GUARANTEED

Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the Price will not increase, whatever the circumstances. So please, before booking, ensure you have read all our important tour information.

STUDENT DISCOUNT.

Student discount apply to anyone 17 years old or younger. To receive the discount, we requirea copy or clear photo of the Passport at the time of booking. It must be valid and not expire within the travel dates.

US$ 20. 00 off

EXTENSIONS AND DEALS.