CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK – 3 DÍAS / 2 NOCHES

• Highest Altitude: 2,915 m / 9,563 ft (Capuliyoc)
• Lowest Altitude: 1,550 m / 5,085 ft (Apurímac River)
• Campsite Altitude: 2,095 m / 6,873 ft (Santa Rosa Alta)
• Approximate Walking Distance: 13 km / 8 miles
• Estimated Hiking Time: 5 to 6 hours

Your adventure begins first thing in the morning at 4:00 a.m., with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. From there, you will embark on a scenic drive of approximately 4 hours, during which you will travel through picturesque Andean villages until you reach Capuliyoc, a spectacular viewpoint from which you will gaze upon the immensity of the Apurímac Canyon, recognized as one of the deepest canyons in the world.

Once at Capuliyoc, you will meet your trekking team and, after the initial briefing, you will begin a gradual descent along mountain trails that were originally laid out by the ancient Incas. Throughout the entire journey, you will be surrounded by incredible panoramic views that open up before you at every bend in the path. Along the route, you will pass through native vegetation, vividly colored landscapes, and, if weather conditions allow, you will have the opportunity to observe Andean condors soaring majestically through the sky.

After a morning of hiking, you will enjoy a relaxing lunch in the town of Chiquisca, where you will recharge your energy. Then, you will resume your ascent, now surrounded by increasingly lush vegetation, until you reach Santa Rosa Alta, where your comfortable campsite awaits you for this first night. There, we will serve you a freshly prepared dinner, which you can savor while admiring an impressive starry sky, all enveloped in the absolute tranquility that only the Andes can offer.

• Highest Altitude: 3,050 m / 10,007 ft (Choquequirao Archaeological Site)
• Campsite Altitude: 2,900 m / 9,514 ft (Marampata)
• Approximate Walking Distance: 16 km / 10 miles (round trip)
• Estimated Hiking Time: 6 to 7 hours

On the second day, you will wake up to a delicious and energizing breakfast that will prepare you for the most anticipated day of the trek. You will then continue your ascent toward Marampata, a beautiful mountain community from which you will enjoy truly impressive panoramic views of Choquequirao and the valleys that stretch out below it.

From Marampata, the trail will lead you directly to the magnificent Choquequirao Archaeological Complex, considered one of the largest and most enigmatic Inca architectural ensembles ever discovered. There, your expert guide will accompany you on a detailed tour through its imposing temples, ceremonial plazas, stepped agricultural terraces, ancient water fountains, and sacred enclosures, all while immersing you in the fascinating history that surrounds this extraordinary site.

You will have the entire day to calmly explore every corner of the extensive archaeological complex, with more than enough time to take photographs, absorb the energy of the surroundings, and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere, far removed from the noise and crowds of more heavily visited destinations.

As evening approaches, you will begin your return journey to Marampata, where a hot dinner and another night of rest await you, once again surrounded by a dreamlike mountain landscape that will accompany you until dawn.

• Highest Altitude: 2,915 m / 9,563 ft (Capuliyoc)
• Lowest Altitude: 1,550 m / 5,085 ft (Apurímac River)
• Approximate Walking Distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
• Estimated Hiking Time: 6 to 7 hours

After a good breakfast that will give you the energy you need, you will begin the final day of your trek by starting the return journey. To do so, you will descend once again through beautiful Andean landscapes until you reach the Apurímac River, and from there you will begin the final and definitive ascent that will take you back to Capuliyoc.

This final day will reward you with stunning viewpoints, surprising ecological diversity, and landscapes that will be etched in your memory forever, as you complete one of the most rewarding and challenging trekking routes you can undertake in Peru.

Upon your arrival at Capuliyoc, a well-deserved lunch will be waiting for you to celebrate the completion of the journey. You will then board our private transportation for the return trip to the city of Cusco, where you will arrive in the late afternoon, your heart full of satisfaction and your mind filled with the unforgettable memory of having visited one of the greatest hidden treasures of the Inca Empire.

Tour Highlights

• Explore one of the largest Inca archaeological sites in all of South America.
• Hike through the impressive Apurímac Canyon, one of the deepest in the world.
• Enjoy breathtaking mountain landscapes and panoramic views at every stage.
• Walk along ancient Inca trails, rich in history and surrounded by remarkable biodiversity.
• Experience an authentic camping adventure in the heart of the Andean wilderness.
• Travel with experienced professional guides and a fully trained support team.
• Perfect for adventure seekers looking for a route off the conventional tourist circuit.