THE SISTER OF MACHU PICCHU
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREKKING
DURATION4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
FROMUPON REQUEST
DIFFICULTY
CHALLENGING
CODE: CSQ-CHO-04D
Cusco Adventure
TECHNICAL PACKAGE
Crossing the imposing Apurimac Canyon to reach the sacred terraces of Choquequirao is one of the most authentic experiences in the Andes. This trek combines Inca history, biodiversity, and the challenge of one of the deepest canyons in the world.DURATION4 Days
STARTCusco
TYPETrekking & Cultural
DESTINATIONChoquequirao
LATITUDE13° 23' 21" S
LONGITUDE72° 52' 33" W
4 Days
Timeline
01
DAY 01
CUSCO - SAYWITE - CHIKISCA
Departure from Cusco (7:00 am). Visit to the Saywite Stone (ceremonial water center). Transfer to Capuliyoc. 3-hour descent to Chikisca (1930 masl) in the Apurimac Canyon.
02
DAY 02
CHIKISCA - MARAMPATA
Descent to Playa Rosalinas (Apurimac River). Demanding ascent passing through Santa Rosa to the village of Marampata (2920 masl). Accommodation in rustic lodges.
03
DAY 03
CHOQUEQUIRAO ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
Main day. 1h 40min hike to the citadel. Guided visit: Main Plaza, Ceremonial Temple, Qolcas, and Llama Sector. Lunch and return to Marampata.
04
DAY 04
MARAMPATA - CAPULIYOC - CUSCO
Early descent to the Apurimac River to avoid the heat. Final ascent to Capuliyoc to visualize the entire path walked. Return to Cusco by transport (4 hours).
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