Choquequirao to Machu Picchu Express

6 Days
From CAD 1219
Best Rate
Guarantee
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Challenging

Rating


(17 reviews)

Experience Overview

This shorter trek is perfect if you’re looking for an adventure that’s as challenging as it is rewarding. Explore the ruins of Choquequirao, the lost city that’s even more remote than nearby Machu Picchu, but you'll see that too. Because of its difficult-to-reach location, the site sees relatively few visitors. This means you'll get to experience Incan history in near-solitude, surrounded by nothing but ancient architecture and spanning forests. Spectacular views of the Andes are all along the trek to Choquequirao, a journey filled with lush wilderness, breathtaking vistas, and a visit to Machu Picchu.

Highlights

  • Explore Choquequirao away from the crowds
  • Witness the mountain beauty of the Andes
  • Marvel at Machu Picchu.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 2862

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Private van, train, and hiking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: SPCQ

StartStarts: Cusco, Peru

FinishFinishes: Cusco, Peru

DurationDuration: 6 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Challenging

Includes

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
  • Trek to Choquequirao with local guide, cooks, and porters (4 days)
  • 2 guided tours of Choquequirao archaeological site
  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (2 nts), camping (3 nts).
  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

  • Private van, train, and hiking.

Group Leader

  • G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Choquequirao CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1219 (CAD 203 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Cusco

Arrive at any time.
Arrive early and spend some time exploring the city. Meet the group at the welcome meeting, check for the start time on the welcome note at the hotel.

2

Day 2: Cusco/Choquequirao Trek

Transfer from Cusco at 4am to San Pedro de Cachora where the group will eat breakfast. Travel 30 more minutes by car to the beginning of the trek in Capuliyoc. Walk as a group surrounded by breathtaking views of sweeping mountain scenery at every turn. Finish today's part of the trek at the Santa Rosa Campsite.
The lost city of Choquequirao was discovered hundreds of years ago, but it still feels as though you may be the first to discover it. Encroaching jungle still covers some of the stonework as only roughly 40 percent of these ruins have been excavated. The trek to this remote Incan city although challenging, is well worth the effort. Winding trails take you through the Apurimac River canyon with circling condors up above and views of the snow-capped Salkantay mountains making a breathtaking backdrop.

3

Day 3: Choquequirao Trek

Eat breakfast as a group at the Santa Rosa Camp and then walk 2 hours to Marampata where the group will later camp for the night. From there continue trekking through the Apurimac River canyon on the way to Choquequirao. Spot condors as you make your way up into the cloud forest. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the ruins and marvel at your historical surroundings. Return to Marampata Camp in the early evening.

4

Day 4: Choquequirao Trek

Enjoy an early breakfast in Marampata. Then, the group will begin the return walk to Chiquisca. Once here, have some lunch together and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.

5

Day 5: Choquequirao Trek/Aguas Calientes

The group will have an early departure from Chiquisca. Walk back to San Pedro de Cachora and enjoy lunch together before taking the bus to Ollantaytambo and then catch the train to Aguas Calientes.

6

Day 6: Machu Picchu/Cusco

Wake up early to visit the breathtaking Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of the site before taking the train back to Cusco in the afternoon where the trip will end upon arrival.

Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Reviews

 

Brianna Z.   -  Traveled, June 2024

Had a great and challenging time on the Choquequirao to Machu Picchu express trek. Walter and Joseph did a great job catering to the different fitness levels on the trek and were always upbeat and optimistic. The views were incredible and it was so rewar...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/30/2024

 

Mary C.   -  Traveled, June 2024

This trip topped all adventures I have been on so far in my life! A true "bucket list" check off. The adventure begin just stepping off the plane and I to a beautiful city full of excitement and energy. Never a dull moment, non stop adventure at every...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/24/2024

 

Hailey F.   -  Traveled, May 2024

I had a great time on this trip but added one extra day would provide so much to this experience and would have made it so much better.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/03/2024

 

Roderick G.   -  Traveled, May 2024

I would do a repeat of Choquequirao, camps and stay longer .

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/27/2024

 

Andelle P.   -  Traveled, May 2024

I thought I knew what I was signing up for when I booked the Choquequirao trip, but what I got was better than I ever could have imagined. We had an ideal group of five that would never have crossed paths in our regular lives, but that all got along perf...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/27/2024

 

Lisa M.   -  Traveled, May 2024

Once in a lifetime experience! 11 out of 10!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/27/2027

 

Adam D.   -  Traveled, April 2024

And adventure that few can say they have done! A true test of your determination and mental and physical attitudes! The crew with there amazing knowledge and skill of the terrain will help you and make you laugh as well and ponder.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/03/2024

 

Paige M.   -  Traveled, October 2024

Above & beyond! As always!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/08/2024

 

Jacob S.   -  Traveled, September 2023

It was the hardest physical challenge I’ve ever attempted, and it was so worth the effort. Getting to Choquequirao was a life changing moment for me, partly because so few people will ever get there. The effort required made the reward so much sweeter. I...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/04/2023

 

Jan H.   -  Traveled, July 2024

It was a lovely experience in a beautiful setting with professionals of the highest level to assist us. Many thanks to our guide Joseph, the cook Roman and the waiter Hanibal.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 07/16/2024

 

Kathryn B.   -  Traveled, August 2024

The trek to Choquequirao, while difficult, was very rewarding. Being able to wander around the site with so few other visitors was incredible! The food on the hike was fantastic, and the visit to Machu Picchu was the perfect end to the tour.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/31/2024

 

Miya D.   -  Traveled, July 2024

I really loved it. One thing you did not ask about (or at least not yet? are there more questions on this survey? :)) was the rest of the team. Our chef and waiter were great, the horsemen were great; I felt so supported (as the only woman and weakest ...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/01/2024

 

Chun H.   -  Traveled, May 2024

Booking is a headache, outdated itinerary is a surprised, actual trip was fantastic yet beyond expectation when it comes to physically requirement.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/25/2024

 

Joel H.   -  Traveled, May 2024

This trip was a challenging and humbling trek. The staff of G adventures are very nice and hard working, tip them as much as possible at the end, they deserve a high payment! The food was good every meal. The “happy hour” was a good time to chat with the...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/25/2024

 

Shauna G.   -  Traveled, May 2024

Trip of a lifetime !!! Excellent from start to end.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/25/2024

 

Anthony K.   -  Traveled, April 2024

It was an awesome experience

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/24/2024

 

Denise P.  -  Traveled, April 2024

Great tour!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/24/2024

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