Chiquisqa – Maranpata – Choquequirao (B, L, D)

We will start out very early in the morning, to avoid the very hot sun.
The first 40 minutes of today’s hike is walking downhill to the Apurimac River until reaching Playa Rosalinas (1550mt.) and from there on to Santa Rosa, where we will have a short but well-deserved rest. The path of this second part of the day’s hike is a steep and zig-zagging route, but the experience will be fantastic with the help of our wranglers and horses. Afterwards, we will continue to Maranpata (2850 mt.) for about 4 to 5 hours, where you will observe the lower side of the Choquequirao ruins of Peru.  Following a very challenging trek we reach Maranpata, the gateway to Choquequirao. Relax at your campsite and have a delicious lunch before going to explore the magnificent ruins of Choquequirao.  Late in the evening, you might watch condors soaring on the winds from the canyon, and for sure you will enjoy this magical site under an incredible sky full of stars.

Starting altitude: 1930 masl
Camping altitude: 3100 masl
Distance: 13km
Average time: 7 hours

Choquequirao – Chiquisqa (B, L, D)

After breakfast, we will visit the lower site of the magnificent archaeological site of Choquequirao. These ruins are three times the size of Machu Picchu so it will take time to see everything.  More than 30% of Machu Picchu has been reconstructed unlike Choquequirao, which has less restoration, and you can still see part of the ruins covered by the jungle. Enjoy the private guided tour and explore all the beautiful sections of the temples, terraces, palaces, the llamas’ section, and much more. After our thorough exploration, we will return to our campsite to have an energizing lunch to give a boost of energy to continue the trek. We will walk on the same path all the way down to Chiquisqa, where we will have our last night of camping.

Starting altitude: 3100 masl
Camping altitude: 1930 masl
Distance: 13km
Average time: 6 hours

Chiquisqa – Capulliyoc – Cusco (B)

This morning after breakfast is the last challenging walk to the finish. Hike steep switchbacks taking you back up to the scenic overlook; this is a great area for spotting Condors. At the top, we’ll have a cold drink before continuing to the easy downhill back to Capulliyoc, where our transport will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

Starting altitude: 1930 masl
End altitude: 2800 masl
Distance: 8km
Average time walking: 5 hours

NOTE: This is a challenging trek so let us know if you want to add another day so you can take it easy.  
Add 2 days to go to Machu Picchu making it a 6 days trek. (If you are very fit then you could do 5 days to Machu Picchu).