Choquequirao To Machu Picchu
7 DAYS
The Trek from Choquequirao to Machu Picchu is one of the more demanding Inca trail alternative routes, where at times the altitude reaches 4,668 metres on the Yanama Pass. It is strongly advised to spend 1 or 2 days in Cusco acclimatising to the high altitude before beginning this trek. This route is a unique, but rewarding alternative to the busier and more commonly travelled Inca Trail.
The walk itself begins in Cachora, about 155 km from the city of Cusco, and crossing the Apurímac canyon, the lowest point of our walk will be at the Rosalina bridge, and the highest at the Yanama pass. During this Scenic trek you will see Picturesque villages, stop at amazing viewpoints with stunning views of the mountains and watch condors soar over the Apurimac Canyon.
HIGHLIGHTS
Guided trek to Choquequirao
Viewpoint of Choquequirao
Viewpoint of Apurimac Canyon
Watch condors soar over the Apurimac Canyon
Visit picturesque villages
Guided tour of Choquequirao an Inca ruins
Plenty of free time at Choquequirao to explore
A Moderate trekking through the Vilcabamba mountain range
Sunrise /sunset at Choquequirao
Sunrise at Machu Picchu
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Plenty of free time to explore Machu Picchu
Scenic walks and inspiring hikes
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco - Cachora - Rosalina Beach. (medium effort)
We start with a 6.00a.m pick up from your hotel in Cusco, then to Cachora, then onto Huayhuacalle. Here we meet up with our team ready to start our adventure.
Theres a small ascent to the Paculiyoc pass to see the Apurímac canyon, then on to Cocomasana where we will stop for lunch. After lunch we will head to our campsite at Playa Rosalina.
Day 2: Rosalina Beach - Sunchupata. (high effort)
We wake up early with breakfast and a hot drink, we will start the trek early to beat the midday sun and make the trek more comfortable.
We follow the path up to Maranpata, here there will be short stop at the Santa Rosa farmhouse to see the preparation of sugar cane. Our final stop today will be Sunchupata camp, (about 1 hour away) where we can look forward to a hot meal and a good nights sleep.
Day 3: Sunchupata - Choquequirao - Chiquisqa (medium effort)
Today we trek from the Sunchupata camp to the amazing ruins of Choquequirao, here we will have plenty of time walk around, take photos, relax and explore the site before moving on to Sunchupata to spend the night.
Day 4: Choquequirao - Maizal (high effort)
We wake up to breakfast and a hot drink and then make our way to Maizal. First we go up to the Choquequirao pass, and then down to Pincha Unuyoc before arriving at Rio Blanco where we stop for lunch and a well deserved break. In the afternoon we make our way to Maizal where we will camp for the night.
Day 5 Cornfield - Yanama (medium effort)
After breakfast we head to Maizal. We continue climbing to the Yanama pass and Passing through the silver mines. After the exploration of the Victoria mine, it's time for lunch. After lunch we continue to Yanama, land of weavers, we will spend some time here before moving on to our camp.
Day 6 Yanama - Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes (zero effort)
Heading to Santa Teresa. Today we travel for 3 hours before arriving at the hot springs of Cocalmayo, After we have rested in the hot healing waters we hit the road again to hydroelectric plant, we stop for lunch and then get the train to Aguas Calientes where we spend the night.
Day 7Aguas Calientes - Machupicchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco. (low effort)
Early start to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu.
With our guide we will have a three hour tour. Those who have tickets for Huayna Picchu will have time to climb the mountain; after exploring you head back by bus to Aguas Calientes. The afternoon is free to go shopping or look around this quaint town. Glass roof train to return to Ollantaytambo and then by car to Cusco.
