Embark on the four-day Choquequirao Trek in Peru, starting in the Cusco Region. This journey takes you through the Apurimac Canyon and alongside the Apurimac River. On this 64-kilometer (40-mile) trek, you'll approach "Choquequirao," meaning "Cradle of Gold," located at about 3,050 meters (10,000 feet) elevation. Hidden amidst high-altitude vegetation, the enigmatic ruins of Choquequirao await. Despite the challenging thin air, the breathtaking sight of the untouched Inca ruins is the ultimate reward.
Highlights
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Tour
Camping Equipment
Lunch
Camping Site Fees
Dinner
Breakfast
Round-trip Transportation
Porter Services
Personal Items
Personal Gear
Tips
4 Days Guided Tour in Choquequirao Peru
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Embark on the four-day Choquequirao Trek in Peru, starting in the Cusco Region. This journey takes you through the Apurimac Canyon and alongside the Apurimac River. On this 64-kilometer (40-mile) trek, you'll approach "Choquequirao," meaning "Cradle of Gold," located at about 3,050 meters (10,000 feet) elevation. Hidden amidst high-altitude vegetation, the enigmatic ruins of Choquequirao await. Despite the challenging thin air, the breathtaking sight of the untouched Inca ruins is the ultimate reward.
Highlights
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Tour
Camping Equipment
Lunch
Camping Site Fees
Dinner
Breakfast
Round-trip Transportation
Porter Services
Personal Items
Personal Gear
Tips
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Cusco to Santa Rosa through Capuliyoc
4 Stops
1
Capuliyoc
Your journey starts at 5:30 AM from Cusco, driving through Anta's hills and the Apurimac Valley. At 9:30 AM, you'll break for breakfast. By 10:30 AM, you'll be at Capuliyoc, where after admiring the views, you'll begin descending into the Apurimac Canyon at 11:00 AM. As you trek, the landscape changes from alpine to desert, with diverse birds and flora accompanying you.
5 hours
2
Chiquisca
By approximately 2:00 PM, you will reach Chiquisca (6,234 feet / 1,900 meters). A brief rest and a leisurely lunch await you here. Post-lunch, the trek resumes, leading you further into the depths of the canyon.
3 hours
3
Playa Rosalinas
You’ll encounter Playa Rosalinas (4,921 feet / 1,500 meters) around 3:00 PM, a serene beach by the roaring Apurimac River. A short pause might allow you to refresh and splash some river water on your face.
1 hour
4
Santa Rosa
Starting at 3:30 PM, you'll begin a challenging ascent to Santa Rosa, reaching the campsite by 6:00 PM. After dinner at 7:00 PM, enjoy the serene Andean night sky before a restful sleep in the mountains.
