5 Days - 4 Night

5-DAY CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK

ALTERNATIVE TREKS - CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK

5 Days - 4 Night Duration

Maximum 15 paxs Group size

Trek - Cultural - Adventure Tipo de servicio

Flights Locals - Bus - Walk - Train Transporte

Cusco Altitude: 3400 masl | Altitude Machu Picchu: 2430 masl Maximum altitude

Lugares a visitar: Choquequirao Trek

The 5-Day Choquequirao Tour is the perfect experience for those who want to enjoy a more complete trekking adventure and take more time to discover one of the most impressive archaeological complexes in the Peruvian Andes. Over five days, we’ll cross deep valleys, mountain trails, and breathtaking natural landscapes that make each day a different experience.

The adventure begins in Cusco and takes us toward Cachora and Capuliyoc, located on the edge of the Apurímac Canyon. From there, we’ll begin a challenging hike that will take us through different elevation zones until we reach Marampata, our base for exploring the impressive Choquequirao citadel.

Unlike a quick visit, this journey will allow us to spend more time exploring the different archaeological sectors of Choquequirao. The adventure will continue as we cross the Apurímac Valley once again until reaching Villa de Loros. Finally, we’ll visit Saywite and enjoy the Conoc hot springs before returning to Cusco.

Horario de partida: 04:30 AM

Dificultad: Moderate / Hard

Horario de retorno: 07:30 PM

5-Day Choquequirao Tour: Adventure, Trekking, and History in the Peruvian Andes

The 5-Day Choquequirao Tour is an experience designed for travelers looking to combine adventure, nature, and history along a route filled with breathtaking landscapes. Throughout the journey, we’ll have plenty of time to explore different sectors of Choquequirao at a more relaxed pace and enjoy several days surrounded by the beauty of the Andes.

The route combines challenging hikes, descents toward the Apurímac River, and demanding climbs along mountain trails. The experience also ends with a more relaxed day, visiting the Saywite archaeological site and the Conoc hot springs. An intense adventure, but one with an incredible reward at the end.

Highlights of the 5-Day Choquequirao Tour

Capuliyoc: enjoy your first panoramic views of the Apurímac Canyon and the breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Choquequirao: spend two different days exploring various sectors of this impressive Inca citadel.
Inca Terraces and Structures: discover archaeological spaces, ancient constructions, and the famous llama representations.
The Apurímac Challenge: cross deep valleys, descend toward the river, and take on challenging climbs throughout the adventure.
Saywite Archaeological Site: discover its impressive Inca monolith, as well as its terraces and water fountains.
Conoc Hot Springs: relax your body after several days of trekking before returning to Cusco.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Capuliyoc – Chiquisca – Marampata

We’ll begin our adventure early in Cusco, heading toward the town of Cachora and then continuing to Capuliyoc, located on the edge of the Apurímac Canyon. From here, we’ll enjoy our first panoramic views of the valley and the mountains surrounding the landscape.

After lunch, we’ll begin our hike toward Chiquisca. We’ll then start the ascent to Marampata, where we’ll set up our campsite and rest in preparation for our visit to Choquequirao.

Day 2: Marampata – Choquequirao – Marampata

After breakfast, we’ll begin the ascent to the impressive Choquequirao archaeological site, located at 3,110 m.a.s.l. During our visit, we’ll enjoy panoramic views and learn more about this important Inca complex.

After spending time at Choquequirao, we’ll begin our return to Marampata. There, we’ll have lunch, enjoy some free time in the afternoon, and finally rest at our campsite.

Day 3: Full Exploration of Choquequirao

This day will once again be dedicated to exploring Choquequirao. We’ll have the opportunity to visit the sectors we didn’t see the previous day and explore this extensive archaeological complex at a more relaxed pace.

During the visit, we’ll discover terraces, ancient structures, and different areas that were once part of the citadel. We’ll also visit the llama sector, one of the most special places to enjoy the scenery and take photographs. In the afternoon, we’ll return to the campsite to rest.

Day 4: Choquequirao – Apurímac River – San Ignacio – Villa de Loros

After breakfast, we’ll begin another day of adventure, descending toward the Apurímac River. Once we reach the river, we’ll cross the bridge and then begin our ascent toward the San Ignacio area, where we’ll have lunch.

We’ll continue hiking until we reach Villa de Loros, located at 2,600 m.a.s.l. This will be our final campsite, where we’ll rest after one of the most demanding days of the entire route.

Day 5: Villa de Loros – Saywite – Conoc – Cusco

Our final day will have a more relaxed pace. After breakfast, we’ll take transportation to the Saywite archaeological site, where we’ll enjoy a guided visit to discover its famous Inca monolith, terraces, and water fountains built at the site.

We’ll then continue to the Conoc hot springs, where we’ll have time to relax after several days of hiking. Finally, we’ll enjoy lunch before beginning our journey back to the city of Cusco, bringing our great Choquequirao adventure to an end.

Why Book the 5-Day Choquequirao Tour with Peru Top Experience?

Exploring Choquequirao over several days is an experience that combines major challenges with truly breathtaking landscapes. Each day has its own pace, climbs, and rewards. At Peru Top Experience, we coordinate the main details of the journey so you can focus on enjoying the adventure.

Trekking Experience: we organize adventure routes through some of the most impressive landscapes in Peru.
More Time at Choquequirao: enjoy two days dedicated to exploring different sectors of the archaeological complex.
Support Team: experience the journey with support throughout the different stages of the route.
Adventure and Nature: spend five days crossing valleys, mountains, and trails far from the city.
A Relaxing Finish: end your adventure by visiting Saywite and enjoying the Conoc hot springs before returning to Cusco.

5-Day Choquequirao Trek Experience

Dia 1: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Playa

We’ll pick you up from your hotel at 5:30 am, after 4 hours of road in our transport we arrive to Capuliyoc which is located over 3100 meters above sea level, on the way we will be able to observe towns, valleys, crops and mountains. Upon arrival we will meet our muleteer who will accompany us throughout the journey, we get ready and leave. After 3 hours of walking we arrive to Chikisca where we will have lunch. After lunch and after a 2 hour downhill hike we arrive at Playa Rosalina, where we will camp.

Dia 2: Playa – Maranpata – Choquequirao

Breakfast starts very early, then we will take the trek for 4 hours approx. to Marampata where we will have lunch, which is only 20 minutes away from Choquequirao. We will rest here.

Dia 3: Choquequirao

After a comforting breakfast, we will finally visit the Choquequirao complex (Cradle of Gold in Quechua), during the whole day we will be able to enjoy this beautiful landscape. Then we will return to our camp to enjoy a tea before dinner and rest.

Dia 4: Choquequirao – San Ignacio – Villa de Loros

Today is the easiest day of the whole choquequirao trek. We will walk downhill for about 2 hours until we reach the Apurimac River, pass the bridge and begin the ascent to the town of San Ignacio for lunch. In this area we can enjoy a beautiful waterfall. After lunch we will walk a little until we reach the valley of Villa de Loros (2600 masl) where we will camp for the night.

Dia 5: Villa de Loros – Saywite – Cconoc – Cusco

After breakfast we take the transportation to the archaeological site of Saywite where we will visit the Inca Monolith and pass by several water springs. Now we head to the hot springs of Cconoc to relax after many days of trekking. After lunch we return to the city of Cusco, end of our 5 – day choquequirao trek.

4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
4 happy hours
Cook and kitchen equipment
Dining tents, tables and chairs
Vegetarian, vegan, celiac and other meals available upon request.
Camping equipment: Marmot tent (4-person capacity) for 2 persons
4 nights of lodging in campsites.
Transportation to the beginning of the trek (Capuliyoc).
Transfer Ollantaytambo – Cusco (return)
Expedition train Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
Bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes
Entrance to Choquequirao
Entrance to all the archaeological sites of the tour
Entrance to the hot springs of Cconoc.
Professional guide in all tours.

Sleeping bag
First Breakfast
Tips

When confirming the service you must carefully choose the date of travel because there is no option to change it due to the modality of the entrance ticket, nor it is transferable to a third person or refundable under any circumstances.
Choquequirao spaces are similar to the Inca Trail, are very limited so it is extremely important to have an advance reservation at least 4 to 6 months in advance, the preparation is thorough and detailed.

Original passport (must be the same one used to book your trip)
Valid university card (if booked as a student)
Good backpack (the smaller, the better)
Water storage: 2-3L (Camelbaks are recommended)
Comfortable hiking boots with ankle brace
Sleeping bag
Headlamp: essential
Toilet paper
2 t-shirts
2 hiking pants at least
4 sets of underwear
3 sets of hiking socks
Swimsuit for hot springs
Polar / thermal lining
Warm clothes, down jacket - temperature of the second camp around 3º C
Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
Comfortable camping shoes
Quick drying towel. We offer small, you might prefer something bigger
Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water every day to wash.
Battery charger: there is no electricity along the walk
Large plastic bags will be provided in the office. Ask for them.
Sleeping bag: must be at least -15ºC. You can rent it.
Swimwear
Hand sanitizer
Wet wipes
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Personal medications
First aid kit: bandages, moleskin, etc.
Sun hat
Sunscreen
Headlamp: essential
Wool hat
Rain clothes
Wool
Snacks like chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dried fruit.
Coca leaves
Plastic rain poncho (provided by SAM)
Gloves
Camera
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper and small plastic waste bag.
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks and tipS

Do I need to have previous experience or physical preparation?

Yes, to be able to carry out this 5-Day Choquequirao Trek it is important to have an adequate physical condition since the trip itself is very demanding, being prepared helps you enjoy the experience in a comfortable way, the geography of the Inca trail is somewhat unusual since it’s a complete mix of everything between staggered climbs, trails, inclines and steep descents. The best way to prepare for the trip is to establish some routines that can be daily or weekly in terms of walks that help strengthen our resistance in the legs.

How should I prepare my luggage for this choquequirao trek peru?

The Inca Trail leads us by the traditional route used by the Incas, so the trail takes us into what we currently know as the jungle, for this reason the heat is imminent, light clothing is always the most recommended, to this we must add only 1 or 2 garments that are warm for the nights. Finally, personal items such as power banks, sunglasses, mosquito repellent, rain poncho and others are also important for the trip.

Can I do the trek choquequirao on my own?

No, because the choquequirao peru trek has a particular condition and it can only be done with a formal company that has a special permit issued by Sernanp (Entity that regulates the natural parks). With these conditions, choosing PERU TOP EXPERIENCE is the best option because we are direct operators for this service.

How are the bathrooms on the choquequirao trek? Will we have access to showers along the way?

The services that we find along the way are basic, this is part of the management of the entities that regulate it, however they give us the comfort of being able to use them if necessary. As for the shower, the water is very cold, so it is not recommended on the road. Our team provides you with a warm towel and water so you can clean yourself every day. When you arrive in Aguas Calientes you can make use of the hot springs that are exceptional to rest your body after the adventure.