Cusco & the Sacred Valley
We make the historical city of Cusco our base for our first four days, allowing time to acclimatise and prepare for the trek ahead. Here we include several hikes in the Sacred Valley andwe also have the opportunity to raft the white waters of the Urubamba River, before driving to the start of our trek, in the small village of Cachora.
The Lost City of Choquequirao
Beginning our 8 day, fully-supported trek, it takes us two days to reach Choquequirao. The ruins of this Lost City received their first foreign visitor, an intrepid French explorer during the 18th Century, and Hiram Bingham followed in 1910 - one year before his discovery of Machu Picchu. Since them the settlement has seen few visitors, and we camp here for two nights to fully appreciate this magical location.
Trek to Machu Picchu
Leaving Choquequirao, we continue with 5 further days trekking through the Andes towards the legendary Machu Picchu. Though not technically difficult, reaching heights of up to 4500 metres above sea level on deserted pathways this trek is not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced walker! But those who take the challenge will enjoy stunning mountain scenery, see magnificent Andean plant and animal life, and adventure through several incredible Lost Cities of the Incas.
Transport: Coach/Train/Flights as itinerary.
What to Expect: Trekking is graded as strenuous and is only for the physically fit. Max altitude 4500m.
