Descend into the deep Apurimac Canyon and climb to Choquequirao on a four-day journey. The return circuit passes Capuliyoc, Chiquisca, Playa Rosalina, Santa Rosa and Marampata, combining steep elevation changes with camping and time to explore the main archaeological sectors of the Cradle of Gold.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":298,"menu_order":0,"template":"","categories":[],"tags":[],"destino":[48],"servicio":[50],"tipo-tour":[96],"trekking":[104],"class_list":["post-1184","tour","type-tour","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destino-cusco","servicio-group-service","tipo-tour-trekking","trekking-choquequirao-en"],"acf":{"badge":"Archaeological trek","precio":500,"rating":5,"duracion":"4 days \/ 3 nights","review_count":0,"tipo_de_servicio":"Group tour","gallery":[298,1353,1346],"layout":[{"acf_fc_layout":"summary","title":"A demanding hike to the Inca city of Choquequirao","description":"
Descend into the deep Apurimac Canyon and climb to Choquequirao on a four-day journey. The return circuit passes Capuliyoc, Chiquisca, Playa Rosalina, Santa Rosa and Marampata, combining steep elevation changes with camping and time to explore the main archaeological sectors of the Cradle of Gold.<\/p>n"}],"highlights":null,"details":[{"icon_select":"time","icon":"","text":"
Duration:<\/strong> 4 days \/ 3 nights<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"start","icon":"","text":" Start:<\/strong> early pickup in Cusco<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"end","icon":"","text":" Finish:<\/strong> return to Cusco on the evening of day 4<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"type_service","icon":"","text":" Service:<\/strong> group trek<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"language","icon":"","text":" Languages:<\/strong> English and Spanish<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"difficulty","icon":"","text":" Difficulty:<\/strong> challenging<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"altitude","icon":"","text":" Maximum altitude:<\/strong> about 3,100 m \/ 10,171 ft<\/p>n"},{"icon_select":"distance","icon":"","text":" Distance:<\/strong> about 42\u201362 km \/ 26\u201339 mi, depending on access and camps<\/p>n"}],"tour_sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"information_features","title_acc":"Important information","title":"Before booking","description":" The 4D\/3N Choquequirao route is an intense trek with long climbs and descents, canyon heat and basic camps. Training and good health are required. Before payment, confirm camps, luggage allowance, admission, meals and group minimum.<\/p>n","items":[{"icon":"","text":" Train on steep hikes for several weeks before travel.<\/p>n"},{"icon":"","text":" Acclimatize in Cusco even though the maximum altitude is lower than other treks.<\/p>n"},{"icon":"","text":" The route has little shade, steep sections and large temperature changes.<\/p>n"},{"icon":"","text":" Camps and distances change with access, weather and group pace.<\/p>n"},{"icon":"","text":" Choquequirao may close sectors for conservation or archaeological work.<\/p>n"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"inclusions","title_acc":"Included \/ Not included","title":"Included","items":" Seek medical advice for heart, respiratory, knee, back, blood-pressure or mobility conditions. Report pain, exhaustion, dehydration or altitude symptoms immediately. Stay behind the guide, avoid cliffs and do not leave the trail. Obtain insurance covering trekking and evacuation. The operator may change camp, stop participation or arrange evacuation for safety; uncovered costs remain the traveler\u2019s responsibility.<\/p>n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"faqs","title_acc":"Frequently asked questions","title":"Frequently asked questions","items":[{"question":"How difficult is it?","answer":" It is challenging because of the accumulated elevation, long days and canyon heat.<\/p>n"},{"question":"Does it reach Machu Picchu?","answer":" No. This circuit visits Choquequirao and returns through the same area; Machu Picchu requires a longer program.<\/p>n"},{"question":"Where do we sleep?","answer":" At camps or basic rural lodgings according to the confirmed package.<\/p>n"},{"question":"How much luggage is carried?","answer":" A per-person allowance must be confirmed before travel. You carry your daypack.<\/p>n"},{"question":"Are there toilets and showers?","answer":" Infrastructure is basic and variable. Some camps offer local paid services.<\/p>n"},{"question":"Can the itinerary change?","answer":" Yes, because of weather, landslides, closures, conservation work or group condition.<\/p>n"}]}],"titulo_itinerario":"Choquequirao Trek itinerary","itinerary_days":[{"day_title":"Day 1","route":"Cusco \u2014 Capuliyoc \u2014 Chiquisca \u2014 Playa Rosalina","food":"","hotel":"","map":"","stops":[{"place":"Departure from Cusco","duration":"Very early","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Pickup and road trip toward Cachora and the Capuliyoc viewpoint.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Capuliyoc","duration":"Trek begins","ticket":true,"image":"","description":" Equipment preparation and first canyon and mountain views.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Chiquisca","duration":"Descent","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Steep hike on dry trails with a lunch break.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Playa Rosalina or Santa Rosa","duration":"Camp as scheduled","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Cross the Apurimac River and reach the rest area selected by the guide.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""}]},{"day_title":"Day 2","route":"Playa Rosalina \u2014 Santa Rosa \u2014 Marampata \u2014 Choquequirao","food":"","hotel":"","map":"","stops":[{"place":"Apurimac River","duration":"Early start","ticket":true,"image":"","description":" Prepare for the most demanding ascent of the itinerary.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Santa Rosa","duration":"Ascent","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Sustained zigzag climb with hydration breaks.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Marampata","duration":"Lunch","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Reach the community and obtain the first views of the complex.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Choquequirao","duration":"Camp","ticket":true,"image":"","description":" Continue toward the archaeological area and camp nearby according to the package.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""}]},{"day_title":"Day 3","route":"Choquequirao \u2014 Marampata \u2014 Santa Rosa \u2014 Chiquisca","food":"","hotel":"","map":"","stops":[{"place":"Choquequirao","duration":"Guided visit","ticket":true,"image":"","description":" Explore plazas, buildings, terraces and sectors opened by the authority.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Marampata","duration":"Return","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Begin the return route and reorganize the group.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Apurimac River","duration":"Descent","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Demanding descent to the canyon floor and river crossing.<\/p>n","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Chiquisca","duration":"Camp","ticket":false,"image":"","description":" Final ascent of the day and rest. 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