Choquequirao
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Choquequirao 4 Days - The Sacred Sister of Machu Picchu

Discover the twin Inca citadel of Machu Picchu on an epic adventure for intrepid travelers. Known as "the cradle of gold" in Quechua.

64 km Total Distance
3,050 meters above sea level Maximum Height
4 Days / 3 Nights Duration
Discover the lost citadel
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La Última Capital de los Incas

Choquequirao, which in Quechua means "Cradle of Gold", is considered the sacred sister of Machu Picchu. This impressive Inca citadel was one of the last bastions of resistance during the Spanish conquest. Only 30% have been excavated, offering an authentic, crowd-free archaeological experience. The trekking is challenging but the reward of exploring these ruins practically alone is invaluable.

  • Challenging 64 km round trip trekking
  • Choquequirao entrance ticket included
  • Guide specialized in Inca archaeology
  • Muleteers and mules for the team
  • All meals during the trek
  • Camps in strategic locations
  • Spectacular views of the Apurimac Canyon
  • Small groups (maximum 8 people)
Choquequirao
Panoramic View
Ceremonial Terraces

Choquequirao Itinerary 4 Days

One of the most challenging and rewarding trekking experiences in Peru

  • Day 1

    Cusco - Capuliyoc - Chiquisca

    Departure 4:30 AM from Cusco. Trip to Capuliyoc (2,915 meters above sea level). Spectacular descent to the Apurimac Canyon. Trekking 8 km to camp in Chiquisca (1,900 meters above sea level).

  • Day 2

    Chiquisca - Choquequirao

    Challenging ascent 14 km crossing the Apurimac River. Arrival at the citadel of Choquequirao (3,050 meters above sea level). Tour of the main terraces and temples. Camp in Marampata.

  • Day 3

    Full Exploration - Santa Rosa

    Full day exploring Choquequirao: hanan sector, ushnu, ceremonial terraces. Lunch in ruins. Descent to the camp in Santa Rosa (2,115 meters above sea level).

  • Day 4

    Santa Rosa - Capuliyoc - Cusco

    Final ascent 5 km to Capuliyoc. Last views of the Apurimac Canyon. Return transportation to Cusco. Arrival approximately 7:00 p.m.

Book Your Adventure

$ 326 USD
/
S/ 1,206 PEN
per person - Extreme Trekking
Round-trip transportation Cusco-Capuliyoc Choquequirao entrance ticket Professional bilingual guide Muleteers and mules for equipment Complete meals (3D, 4A, 3C) Camping equipment (tents, mats) Cook and assistant First aid kit and oxygen
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Images of Choquequirao and its Environment

Discover the majesty of this Inca citadel hidden in the Andes

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Panoramic view of Choquequirao

Panoramic View

Spectacular view of Choquequirao from the viewpoint of Capuliyoc

Choquequirao Terraces

Ceremonial Terraces

Impressive Inca terraces in the citadel of Choquequirao

Apurimac Choquequirao Canyon

Apurimac Canyon

Deep canyon surrounding Choquequirao, one of the deepest in the world

Solar flames Choquequirao

Flames of the Sun

Famous group of white llamas depicted in stone on the terraces

Camp Choquequirao

Starry Camp

Camping nights under starry skies in the canyon

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