Choquequirao 4 days / 3 nights

Introduction

The archeological site of choquequirao is part of the complex system of Andean town in Vilcabamba Valley. In the time of the Incas, it was united and in communication with MachuPicchu by a complex network of trails.

CHOQUEQUIRAO :

Is situated in the spurs of the mountain range of SalKantay, at 3,035m.a.s.l. Surrounded by the snowcapped Apus of Yanama, Ampay, Choquetacarpo, Pumasillo, and Panta on the right site of Apurimac river in the Santa Teresa district, the convention province of the department of Cusco.
Is an Inca town formed by small sites apread out in rubblework that in its adjoining constructs a complex metropolis similar to those of the other regions placed on the crest of the hill by the same name - Choquequirao.

Itinerary

DAY 01 :

we leave from Cusco at 6:00 am in morning arriving at Cachora town at 11:00 am in the morning where we will have our lunch. There, after we arrange the equipment on mules and horses. From that place we can observe the majestic Padrajoc y WAYNA CACHORA snow covered peaks, we can appreciate the beautiful change of the landscape from precipices to snowy mountains.
On the way, we will observe APURIMAC canyon with its impressive depth and in SANTA ROSA we will set up our campsite.
The approximate time of the hike is about 8 hours. On this day we will pass the small settlements: la Colmena (2870 above sea level), cocamasana (2330 above sea level ), torowisqana(2285above sea level ), chiquisca(1950 above sea level ) grove place where we can find water; Playa Rosalina(camp in 155 above sea level ), La Huerta (2705 above sea level ) and finally we arrive in Santa Rosa (2115 above sea level ).

DAY 02 :

Early morning (5:00 am) after breakfast; we continue our hike going up to Choquequirao. We will arrive at the archeological site of CHOQUEQUIRAO after 5 hours. Good time to enjoy that majestic place. We will observe the three levels of the excavated ruins, where we can appreciate houses, terraces and other parts of this late Inca-town, like the ruin in progress excavation and finally areas unexplored - that can tell us about this last refuge of the oppressed Inca empire. Approximately at 3 o´clock in the afternoon (depends on the weather) we can appreciate "the flight of the condors".
CHOQUEQUIRAO is considered as "The Last Refuge of the Inca Empire" the oldest reports assign to JUAN ARIAZ DIAZ, as one of the first persons who explored the zone in 1710.
Our bilingual guide will explain the history and importance of the site after the Spanish arrived in PERU. We will have our lunch and dinner in RAYACPATA(2910masl).

Choquequirao DAY 03 :

after an early breakfast we pack and star walking back to CHIQUISQA. We can observe again Apurimac canyon. Here we may be lucky to appreciate the flight of the condors, the exuberant vegetation and its variety of flowers and orchids. The time of the hike is about 10h. Altitude: 3033- 1950 above sea level. Passing the sane small settlements as on the way up., we will stop in PLAYA ROSALINA where we will have our lunch and after that we will continue to CHIQUISQA. Here we are going to spend the night on our campsite.

DAY 04: CHIQUISQA - CACHORA - CUSCO

Early morning after breakfast (5:00 am) we continue to - arrive to Cachora town. On the hike we can appreciate again the majestic PADRAJOC snow-covered peak that decorate to APURIMAC canyon.
The time of hike to arrive to CACHORA is about 7h. In the way back to CUSCO optional we make a stop in CCONOC and enjoy of the HOT NATURAL SPRINGS!!
Showers are available the same time we can see native products of the area.. We will arrive in CUSCO approximately al 10 PM

Included:

• Collection from your hotel in the morning
• Bus to the start of Cachora village
• Choquequirao entrances fees
• English speaking professional guide (two guides for groups over 9 persons)
• Igloo tents - 2 persons in each 4-person capacity tent with plenty of space for your backpacks
• Double thickness foam mattress
• Cook and Cooking equipment
• Meals (03B,03L,03D) - food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, rice, all rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking, hot drinks including coca leaf tea which is excellent for the altitude.
• Teatime everyday (tea, coffee, biscuits, popcorn)
• Horses for equipment (to carry the tents, food, and cooking equipment)
• Dining tent with camp tables and chairs
• Kitchen tent
• Accommodation for our Horseman and cooks
• First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
• Return transport Cusco.

What is not included:

• Breakfast on the first morning.
• Entrance to the thermal springs in ConnocUS$5.( last day optional)
• Sleeping bags can be hired in our office for US$ 8 for the 4 day trek.
• Tips for the guide, cook and porters

What you need to bring/carry:

• Backpack
• Sleeping bag (can be hired from our office for US$3 per day).
• Rain jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for a few dollars)
• Strong, comfortable footwear
• One complete change of clothing (you can afford to carry more changes of clothing if you hire a personal porters, see options below)
• Sweater and jacket (something warm)
• Water bottle and purification tablets (Micropur are recommended and can be bought in local pharmacies in Cusco)
• Flashlight and batteries
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
• Sun block (sun protection cream)
• Insect repellent
• Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
• Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc.
• Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
• Swimsuit (if you plan on visiting the hot springs at Conoc after the trek)

How to make a reservation:

To make a reservation please follow this steps:

Step 1.- Click in Book now and fill in the form that ‘s show to you with all the information required.

Step 2.- We will require a non-refundable trek deposit of US$150 per person confirming your trek booking. The deposit is to be paid by the following ways By westen union : you can o it in any office of western union in your city Payment On-Line: If you decide to use this system you will have to pay 8% of the total payment that you have made , this is a tax for the transaction.

Step 3.- Send an e-mail to info@cuscomaravilla.com with the code of the payment that you made.

Step 4.- You will get a confirmation e-mail from us with the conformity of your reservation.

Recomendations:

1.- Time of arrival in Cusco after returning from the trek. Unless you plan to stay an extra night in Aguas Calientes, you will return to your hotel in Cusco for approximately 8:30pm on the 7th day of the trek.

2.- We suggest you that your arrive to Cusco at least 2 days prior to trek departure becuase you have to pay the trek balance before 8:pm 2 days before you start the trek. Arriving 2 days prior to the trek also ensures that you are better acclimatized to the high altitudeso you can enjoy the tour withow any trouble. However 3 days is recommended, during this days you can also visit another places that are in the City.

3.- We need to know the name of your hotel and the telephone of it please check this in the reservation form. This allows us to locate you if there are any problems with your arrival. You will also be asked to confirm your hotel in Cusco when you come to the office to pay the trek balance.

4.-If you want to make a reservation between 7 to 3 days before the trek please cont us to info@cuscomaravilla.comin order to verify the availability of spaces.

 

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