Guide
Professional guide
Maximum Altitude
3850 msnm// 12631 pies
Meals
Snack, almuerzo, cena.
Tour Availability
Check travel availability
Walking Hours
8 kilómetros // 4 970 millas
Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
50
Group Size
6 - 9
Destinations
Hiking & Trekking, Machu Picchu
Activities
Cultural Tours
Trip Type
Hiking and Trekking Packages, Machu Picchu Travel Packages
Difficulty
Medium

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu, the trip from Choquequirao Machu Picchu is an epic experience that connects two of the most impressive archaeological sites in Peru. This multi-day journey takes you through deep valleys, rugged mountains and spectacular landscapes, combining adventure, history and a deep contact with the

The tour begins in the enigmatic Inca city of Choquequirao, known as the “sacred sister of Machu Picchu” for its similarity in structure and mysticism. Even less explored, this hidden gem is located high in the Andes, surrounded by dense vegetation and towering cliffs. Walking through its large terraces and structures is a unique experience, which transports you to the heart of Inca history in an atmosphere of peace and serenity.

From Choquequirao, the route continues through challenging roads that cross changing landscapes, from high snowy mountains to subtropical rainforests full of life. The journey requires physical endurance and determination, but each step is rewarded by breathtaking views and the feeling of being traveling Inca routes forgotten by time.

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu, The highlight of the tour is the arrival at the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu, the final destination of this impressive journey. The contrast between the remote Choquequirao and the world famous Machu Picchu offers a perfect combination for those looking for a complete and off the beaten path adventure

RECOMMENDATIONS

Since 2019 the rules indicate that the visit to the citadel of Machupicchu is a maximum of 3 hours. It is also important that you are aware that the visit is only by a one-way road following the assigned circuit. You should also take into account that during the high tourist season you will have to queue to board the bus to Machupicchu. Once returning to Machupicchu Pueblo you can visit the Chavez Ballon Museum which is a site museum of Machupicchu. You can also visit the butterfly house to appreciate the variety of butterflies that exist in this place.

Day 1 :

CUSCO TO THE VILLAGE OF LARES - WAKAWASI

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu, Early in the morning we pick you up from your hotel, we head towards the village of Lares (2.900masl//9,514ft), but not without first making a stop in the town of Calca, (2. 925masl//9,581ft).

Where the traditional market, will be our first stop, continuing we will be able to see the fascinating mountains that conform the Andes and in this place, once in Lares, we will be able to enjoy the medicinal thermal baths, motivating us to then begin a walk of six hours, We will begin our zigzag ascent to the village of Wakawasi (3,850masl//12631ft), magical scenery typical of the Peruvian Andes, glaciers, llamas and alpacas crown these remote places, our camp in this community will give us the opportunity to meet the local families who live in harmony with the perfect nature.

Day 2 :

HUACAWASI - SONDOR - SACSAYLLAME PASS - ARURAY COCHA - YURAK COCHA - MISKI UNU

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu, The noise of the children, who go to school, will accompany us at the beginning of our walk, and almost without noticing it, the mountains, the wind and the llamas will be witnesses of our effort to reach the summit, the highest point of our journey; Sacsayllame (4400mnsm. // The wind says that there is still a lot to see, lagoons, rivers, ravines and high Andean forests until we reach our camp in Miski Unu (3550mnsm. //11646 ft.), a wonderful place in the middle of the Andes.) A wonderful place in the middle of nowhere where you will receive a hot tea and some snacks on arrival before dinner.

Day 3 :

MISKI UNU - PUKARA - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES

Peru Travel Choquequirao Machu Picchu Today will be another spectacular day, we leave behind the remote high Andean landscapes, we start the descent through different forests, trees, bushes and the sound of the river will allow us to enjoy this particular scenery, ending in a small town called Pukara which is annex of Yanahuara, where our transport will be waiting for us, we will take the opportunity to say goodbye to our friends; the muleteers, there is no goodbye for them, it is a see you soon. We head towards the train station of Ollantaytambo, to arrive to Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night in a hotel, during dinner in a tourist restaurant, our guide will explain us the plan for the next day.

Day 4 :

EXPLORE MACHUPICCHU AND RETURN TO CUSCO

Peru Trips Choquequirao Machu Picchu, Our guide will pick you up from your hotel to go to the bus station that will take us to the Machupichu checkpoint, after the traditional photos and enjoy the panoramic view of the Inca Citadel we will have a guided tour of the most important places of Machu Picchu, after the tour, you can go down to the town of Aguas Calientes, to enjoy lunch in a tourist restaurant, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo station where the transfer will pick you up for your return to your hotel in the city of Cusco.