CLASSIC  CHOQUEQUIRAO 5D / 4N

Day 01: Cusco - Cachora:

We depart Cusco early in the morning in our private transportation and drive to the town of Cachora . Along the way, we visit the archaeological sites of Sawite and Tarawasi. Overnight at San Pedro de Cachora with the chance of great views of Mount Salkantay (6,271m).

Day 02: Cachora - Playon Santa Rosa:

Today we enjoy the impressive landscapes of the Apurimac Canyon . We continue the trail downhill to the Apurimac River , where we cross a bridge and begin to ascend the trail on the opposite side. We campsite is just above the river on the opposite side at Santa Rosa .

Day 03: Santa Rosa - Choquequirao:

In the morning we ascend to the beautiful complex of Choquequirao (3,300m), perched 1500m above the Apurimac River . Along the way, we will have spectacular views of the landscape that surrounds this fantastic Inca site. We set up camp next to the ruins.

Day 04: Choquequirao - Playon Santa Rosa:

Today we tour this marvelous archaeological compound, with its spectacular terraces, plazas, and ceremonial squares. After lunch we head back to our second campsite at
Santa Rosa .

Day 05: Santa Rosa - Cachora - Cusco:

Hike back to Cachora where our vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Cusco .

INCLUDED: 

• Private transport to and from trailhead

• Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff

• Large, double-occupancy tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, latrine tent

• Plentiful, healthy meals and snacks on itinerary

• Sleeping mattresses

• Horses to carry equipment and small baggage

• Entrance fees to Choquequirao ruins

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:

• Backpack or duffle bag

• Sleeping bag 

• Warm clothing/thermals

• Insect repellent

• Trekking shoes/wool socks

• Water bottle

• Rain gear

• Day pack

• Sunscreen and hat 

• Personal medical kit

Back to Cusco. Arrival time 8:30 p.m.

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