Choquekirao and Machupicchu


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In the Andean region lies the legendary citadel of Choquequirao, resisting the passage of centuries in the midst of the mountains' sharp boulders and wild vegetation, which still covers almost 80 percent of its surface. Its panoramic view is simply majestic. Imposing snow-peaked mountains and hills covered with the lushest vegetation are located at over 9000 feet, under and intensely blue sky eternally dotted with white clouds, in the realm of the condor and of history.

Larger than Machu Picchu, the citadel of Choquequirao represents the latest archeological destination in southeastern Peru. Located 140 km from the Inca capital of Cusco, Choquequirao is a jewel lost in the midst of time, surrounded by imposing snow peaks and deep valleys. Without doubt, an Andean experience that you will never forget!!! There is also an opportunity for horse supported trekking where two legs can be swapped for four.

According to Peruvian archeologists, this lost city was the place where the last Incas who escaped from Cusco, took refuge and resisted 40 years of Spanish invasion. After Manco Inca's defeat in Cusco, the survivors of the once powerful Inca Empire fled to Choquequirao. It was an important political and religious centre, where the last descendants of the empire continued to perform its great rituals.

Route:- Lima, Cusco, Choquekirao, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Machupicchu.

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(HK-18695-P)

Meals included while on the salar crossing.

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* Local Payment US$ 250
* Pre and post tour accommodation
* International flights
* Domestic flights not detailed
* Departure tax
* Travel insurance
* Tips and extra expenses unspecified.
* Transfer In - Out

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Moderate

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Itinerary & Highlights

Day 1: Lima
Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned, so you may arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities are planned.

Look for a Welcome Note posted in the hotel lobby

Day 2: Cusco
Transfer to the airport of Lima to go to Cusco, reception and transfer to hotel, we recommend taking a rest to get acclimatized. Rest of day free.

Day 3: Cusco
Once we get there, we will have some free time to explore the city and get ready for our next adventure.

Day 4: Cachora (Start to the hike of Choquekirao)
Early pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer by private transportation to the trailhead at Cachora. It is possible to visit the hot baths at Coñoc on the road. The first couple of hours of hiking along this fascinating Inca trail will be good acclimatization. The trail follows a gradual descent of 1500 meters toward the dramatic canyon of the Apurimac-river, one of the largest tributaries of the Amazon. After lunch in Chikiska we cross the bridge and ascend through a subtropical area where you can enjoy the many different types of orchids, bromeliads and begonias. We spend the night near the colorful Andean village of Santa Rosa.

Day 5: Marampata
From the village of Santa Rosa we make an early morning start for Choquequirao. This is a challenging day, as we ascend to the pass the walking gets harder but the views are spectacular. We see the natural wonder of the Apurimac rivers deepest canyon and may have the chance of spotting a condor. We have lunch in Maranpata and in the afternoon descend to the enigmatic lost Inca site of Choquequirao at 3000 meters above sea level.

Day 6: Choquekirao
After an early breakfast we spend the day exploring the mystical Inca site of Choquequirao surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery in the midst of the cloud forest. We return to our camp near the archeological site for another night and dreams inspired by Inca legends

Day 7 Chiquisca
Today we retrace our steps through the cloud forest and stop for lunch in the picturesque village of Santa Rosa. We continue our descent to the amazing canyon of the Apurimac-river and camp on its shore

Day 8: Cusco
We finish our trek with an ascent to the trailhead at Cachora; we will stop for lunch on the road and finish our trek in the afternoon. Then it's back to Cusco for a well earned rest.

Day 9: Cusco
Early in the morning a bus will pick us up to go to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It starts out in Pisac, a picturesque town with colonial and racially mixed features. In the archaeological centre of Pisac one finds a hill called Intihuatana with and an impressive view of the valley. We continue our trip to Ollantaytambo that was at the times of the Tahuantinsuyo a giant centre for agriculture, administration, social, religious and military activities.

Day 10: Machupicchu
In the morning we go to the train station, to take the train through the beauiful valley to the rim of the jungle, leaving us at the village of Aguas Calientes They will be waiting for us to go up to the majestic city of Machu Picchu, one of the hidden marvels of the world that is awaiting your visit. In the afternoon we take the train back to the city of Cusco.

Day 11: Cusco
Today is a relaxing day, free time to explore the fascinating imperial city of the Incas, visit its market, buy souvenirs, take optional activities, and get ready for one last night in the city

Day 12: Departure.

Accommodation & Centre Details

Camping (06 nights)