Choquequirao Trek 5 Days | Adventure to the Last Inca City

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Choquequirao Trek 5 Days | Adventure to the Last Inca City

Choquequirao Trek 5 Days with Choquequirao Wasi. Explore one of the most remote Inca sites with local guides, comfortable camps, hot springs, and responsible tourism.

The Choquequirao Trek 5 Days 4 Nights is a slow-paced trekking experience designed for travelers who want to reach Choquequirao comfortably while fully enjoying the journey. The itinerary includes two days hiking to Choquequirao, one full day exploring the archaeological site, and two relaxed days returning, allowing proper acclimatization and time to connect with nature.

Known as the Lost Inca City and the sister site of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao is reached through the spectacular Apurímac Canyon. All services along the trek — meals, campsites, mule support, and logistics — are provided by local families, creating an authentic, sustainable experience that directly supports the communities of the region.

This Choquequirao Trek 5D/4N is ideal for travelers seeking a meaningful, responsible, and unhurried alternative to crowded trekking routes.

Itinerary

DAY 1Cusco - Capuliyoc - Chikiska

This day the meeting point in the city of Cusco in group service is in the regocijo square that is next to the main square between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. if is a private service the pick up is in the hotel .

Our transport will take us for about 4 hours and a half all the way de Capuliyoc where is the beginning of the trek

If you leave Abancay, the meeting point is coordinated internally at approximately 9 am and them we go to Cachora distrit where we meet with the people that come from Cusco.

After that we will continue in the car to Capuliyoc where we can enjoy our lunch with a view of the Apurimac Canyon and the snowy Padreyoc. Then we will begin our adventure, we start to descend for about 3 hours approx. Passing through the viewpoints of Cocamasana to Chikiska, where we will have our dinner and spend the night there in a rural lodging that has rooms with double or matrimonial beds.

SUMMARY FOR DAY 01:

Included Meals: Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Local lodges usually 2 or 3 people per room depending on the accommodation.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Hiking Distance: 8 kilometers downhill
Estimated Trekking Duration: 3 hours
Campsite Elevation: We start at 2900 meters above sea level and descended to 1850 meters above sea level.
Weather Forecast: Expect We expect warm climates since it is a warm valley, rain between the months of December to March approx.
Additional Note: This day serves as a period of training and preparation. It is ideal for acclimatizing in anticipation of Day 02

NOT INCLUDED:

Entrance ticket. On this day, at the lunch location, the client directly pays his entrance ticket, which costs 60 soles for adults and 30 soles for students (student ticket with a student ID and a maximum of 25 years old). The money is paid in cash.
Water, to take with you is not included so you have 3 options:
You can buy bottled water at each campsite.
You can filter your water if you have travel water filters.
You can purify the water with water purification tablets sold in pharmacies in Cusco
Hot Shower and Wifi service they charge extra (10 soles Each).

DAY 2Chikiska - Marampata

We start the day early, after breakfast we will continue descending for 1 hour to the Apurímac River, a place called Playa Rosalina, crossing the river we start to climb to Santa Rosa for an hour and a half to 2 hours approx. This part the physical effort is strong and we try to climb when is still shadow without the sun.

After a short break we will continue climbing for another 3 hours and a half aprox. to the town of Marampata, where we have lunch and in the afternoon free time to rest. Marampata is a nice place town to see the sun set if we are luky.

After climbing 1500 masl we rest the rest of the day, in the same place is our dinner and hostal

SUMMARY FOR DAY 02

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local lodges usually 2 or 3 people per room depending on the accommodation.
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Altitude: We started at 1850 meters above sea level, went down to 1450 meters above sea level and then went up to 2900 meters above sea level.
Hiking Distance: 2 km downhill and 7 km uphill total 9 km
Estimated Trekking Duration: 1 hour downhill , 5 hours uphill.
Camping Altitude: 2,900 meters
Weather Forecast: Warm at the beginning of the day and a little cool at the end of the day
Additional Note: Day 02 is difficult day, Because after 2 km downhill (1 hour) there are 7 km uphill and 1500 meters of elevation , good physical condition is required.

DAY 3Marampata - Choquequirao - MArampata

DAY 03: Full Day Exploration of Choquequirao – Return to Marampata

This is one of the most important days of the trek, as we dedicate the entire day to exploring the Choquequirao Archaeological Park, one of the largest and most impressive Inca sites in Peru.

After an early breakfast, we begin a relaxed hike of approximately 2 hours (4 km) from Marampata to Choquequirao, arriving between 7:00 and 8:00 am. Thanks to the slow-paced itinerary, we have ample time to explore the main sectors of the site, including plazas, temples, ceremonial terraces, and panoramic viewpoints. Choquequirao is considered even larger than Machu Picchu, and its remote location makes the visit especially rewarding.

At midday, our muleteer brings a box lunch, which we enjoy inside the archaeological complex while taking in the surrounding scenery. After lunch, we continue exploring Choquequirao at a comfortable pace, allowing time for photos, rest, and deeper interpretation with the guide.

In the afternoon, we begin our return hike back to Marampata, where we enjoy dinner and spend the night, surrounded by peaceful mountain views and Andean landscapes.

SUMMARY – DAY 03

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local lodges or camps in Marampata (2–3 people per room/tent, depending on availability)
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Altitude:
- Marampata: 2,900 m
- Choquequirao: 3,000 m
Hiking Distance:
- 4 km Marampata → Choquequirao
- Approximately 3 km inside the archaeological site
- 4 km return to Marampata
- Total: Approx. 11 km
Estimated Trekking Duration:
- Start: approx. 5:30 am
- Finish: approx. 4:30–5:00 pm
- Total hiking and guided exploration: 7–8 hours, including breaks
Camping Altitude: 2,900 meters
Weather: Cool in the early morning, warmer during the afternoon
Additional Note: Although this is a long and rewarding day, the route has gentle gradients, allowing a steady and comfortable pace throughout the visit.

DAY 4MArampata - Chikiska - Cocamasana

DAY 04: Marampata – Playa Rosalina – Chiquisca – Cocamasana

After an early breakfast in Marampata, we begin our return trek, descending gradually through scenic landscapes toward the Apurímac River. This day is planned at a steady and comfortable pace, allowing time to rest, hydrate, and enjoy the impressive views of the canyon.

We descend to Playa Rosalina, where we cross the Apurímac River before continuing the hike uphill to Chiquisca. Here, we stop to enjoy a well-deserved lunch, prepared with the support of local families who manage services along the route.

After lunch in Chiquisca, we continue the afternoon hike along a quieter section of the trail, ascending gradually to the Cocamasana campsite, surrounded by warm weather and Andean vegetation. Upon arrival, we set up camp, enjoy dinner, and rest after a rewarding day on the trail.

All services throughout the day — meals, campsites, and mule support — are provided by local communities, ensuring a responsible and community-based trekking experience.

SUMMARY – DAY 04

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local campsite in Cocamasana
Difficulty Level: Challenging
Altitude:
- Marampata: 2,900 m
- Playa Rosalina: 1,500 m
- Chiquisca: 1,900 m
- Cocamasana: approx. 2,300 m
Hiking Distance: Approx. 15 km
Estimated Trekking Duration: 7–8 hours, including breaks
Camping Altitude: Approx. 2,300 meters
Weather: Warm during the day, cooler in the evening
Additional Note: This day includes a long descent followed by gradual ascents, but the pace remains relaxed with regular rest stops.

DAY 5DAY 05: Cocamasana – Capuliyoc – Cconoc Hot Springs – Cusco

After breakfast at the campsite in Cocamasana, we begin the final hike of the trek, walking approximately 2 hours uphill to reach Capuliyoc. Along the way, we enjoy the last panoramic views of the Apurímac Canyon and the surrounding Andean landscapes.

Upon arrival at Capuliyoc, we say goodbye to our muleteers and trekking team, who have supported us throughout the journey. Tips are appreciated but not obligatory.

From Capuliyoc, we board our private bus and travel to the Cconoc Hot Springs, where we have free time to relax in the natural thermal pools and soothe tired muscles after the trek.

After the hot springs visit, we continue by bus back to Cusco, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.

SUMMARY – DAY 05

Included Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (return to Cusco)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Hiking Time: Approx. 2 hours
Altitude:
- Cocamasana: approx. 2,300 m
- Capuliyoc: approx. 2,900 m
- Cconoc Hot Springs: approx. 1,800 m
Transport: Private bus Capuliyoc – Cconoc – Cusco
Weather: Warm at lower elevations, cooler in Cusco
Additional Note: The hot springs visit depends on weather conditions and local access.

what includes?

INCLUDED

NOT INCLUDED

NOTE

EXTRA EXPENSES:

WHAT TO BRING:

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TYPES OF SERVICE.

HOW TO BOOK:

PRICES:

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What’s Included in the Trip

Transportation:
Round-trip transportation from Cusco – Cachora – Cusco
(or Abancay – Cachora – Abancay, depending on your location)
Meals:
Daily breakfast during the trek
(Lunches and dinners are available for purchase at local camps and villages)
Professional Tour Guide:
Official English–Spanish speaking trekking guide
Accommodation:
- 4 nights in local hostels
Pack Animals:
Horse and muleteer service to carry extra luggage
(Up to 5 kg per person)
Safety Equipment:
Complete first aid kit carried by the guide
Luggage Equipment:
Duffel bag / waterproof bag for extra luggage carried by horses
Trekking Equipment:
One pair of wooden trekking poles per person

What’s Not Included

First breakfast (on the first day of the trek)
Last lunch (after the trek)
Horse for riding
(Horses are used only for carrying luggage, not for riding)
Alcoholic beverages
Entrance ticket to Choquequirao Archaeological Park:
- Peruvian & foreign adults: 60 PEN
- Students: 30 PEN
- Peruvian nationals: Free entrance on the first Sunday of each month
Drinking water for refillable bottles:
We do not provide water for refilling personal bottles. However, we do provide boiled water for hot and cold drinks at each meal.
For drinking water, you may:
- Purchase mineral water along the trail (approx. 5–12 PEN for a 2.5-liter bottle), or
- Bring a water filter or purification tablets to treat mountain water.
Internet connection:
There is no mobile phone signal at most camps. Wi-Fi may be available at some campsites for approximately 10 PEN, depending on availability.
Showers and toilets along the trail:
- Toilets are available at campsites at no cost; local facilities along the trail may charge 1 PEN.
- Hot showers: approx. 10 PEN
- Cold showers: Free
Tips (optional):
Tips are not included. Tipping is a common practice in the tourism industry as a way to recognize good service and effort.
It is not mandatory, but if you are satisfied with the service, you may choose to tip the guide and muleteers at the end of the trek.
Travel insurance:
Travel insurance is not included. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance in your home country, as it can be difficult to obtain in Peru.

The itinerary of the trip may change due to rain factors and depending of the resistance of the passenger’s walk, changes in the program are subject to extra expenses assumed by the client.

If you rent a horse to ride, it only goes uphill + not downhill (riding a horse downhill has a high risk of accident).

The physical condition of the client has to be of average good since the walk demands a lot of physical effort, this path is one of the most difficult in Peru, difficulty level 4.

Upgrades:

• Horse to ride x 5 days
S/.250 (If you request several horses for riding, you will necessarily need to pay an extra muleteer, the cost of that muleteer is 350 Peruvian soles, including his food).
• 1 pair of trekking poles
S/.30.
• Hot shower plus towels for 4 days
S/.40.
• Entry tickets Choquequirao and
Saywite S/.70.

✓ If you want a horse to ride for the last day of return, the price is 250 soles per person , that is coordinated with the group and the guide during the walk.

✓ Entry ticket 60 soles adult (national or foreign), 30 soles student with card (national or foreign).

✓ First Sunday of each month free entry for passengers identified with Peruvian national ID.

✓ You can buy water and rehydration in some camps, but the price will be a little more than normal because all the stores are supplied only with horses.

✓ If you want to save money, you can buy water filter bottles or water purification tablets at pharmacies.

On the trip it is recommended to wear personal clothing only what is necessary for 4 days, very comfortable walking shoes with a good sole so that you do not slip (cut your toenails).

Extra light shoes in case the trekking shoes fail

A pair of polo shirts, a pair of pants, a jacket for the cold, a hat or cap for heat.

Bandanas that cover the face from the wind, dust and heat. (we sell 10 soles).

Swimwear in case we go into the Cconoc thermal water, which is optional.

Personal towels since the camps do not have it.

Very important rain poncho, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, fruits, cookies, water.

Personal medication, bandages, knee rubs since it is a very common problem due to the difficulty of the road.

Obligatory Headlamps or flashlights in case of emergency we need to walk at night.

It is recommended to bring portable chargers since the energy in each camp is limited with solar panels and it is difficult to charge cell phones.

Wi-Fi is available in some camps for an extra cost (Chikiska, Marampata and Capuliyoc).

Hot showers in each camp for an extra cost of 10 soles approx depending on the camp.

PRIVATE: Generally it is when the client hires the services of the guide and the muleteer only for them, the guide adapts to the needs of the client, whether with a fast or slow pace.

GROUP: Here the client adapts to the needs of the group and the decisions that can be made wanting to change the program are debated democratically together with the guide and for the good of the group.

How to Book

Private Service

The private service can be booked on any date of your choice, subject to availability. This option is ideal for travelers who prefer flexibility and a personalized experience.

Group Service

The group price applies when there are 4 or more people.
Group departures are coordinated as private groups, meaning you will travel only with your own group.

Booking Requirements

To confirm your reservation, please send us the following information:

Tour name: Choquequirao Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights
Full name and age of each participant
Departure city (Cusco or Abancay)
Accommodation preference:
- Solo travelers: shared room
- Couples: double or matrimonial room
WhatsApp number

Reservation Deposit

To confirm your booking, an advance payment of S/. 100 per person is required via:

Yape or Plin: +51 974 555 258
BCP Bank Transfer: 28594379102091
Interbank Transfer: 00228519437910209150

Account holder:
Renzo G. Valencia Loayza

🌍 International travelers:
If you are booking from outside Peru, please contact us directly via WhatsApp: +51 974 555 258, and we will coordinate the payment with you.

Booking Confirmation

Once the deposit is received, your reservation will be confirmed via WhatsApp, and you will receive a detailed receipt.
The remaining balance is paid on the first day of the trek.

Pre-Trek Briefing

All travelers are required to attend a briefing the day before departure at 7:00 pm at our office:

📍 Choquequirao Wasi Office
Calle Meloc – Cuesta Santa Ana
Cusco, Peru

Prices – Choquequirao Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights

Departure from Cusco

Group Service

4 people or more: USD 300 per person

👉 Special promotion available!
For current offers and discounts in a big groups, please contact us via WhatsApp: +51 974 555 258

Private Service

1 person: USD 850
2 people: USD 500 per person
3 people: USD 400 per person
4 people or more: USD 300 per person

Important Notes

All prices are in US Dollars (USD)
Taxes are not included in the above prices (18% IGV applies)
Prices are based on departure from Cusco
Prices may vary during high season or for special requests

Why Choose Choquequirao Wasi for Your Choquequirao Trek

Local Expertise & Choquequirao Specialists

Choquequirao Wasi is a local tour operator specialized in the Choquequirao Trek, with years of experience guiding travelers to this remote Inca archaeological site. Our professional local guides offer deep knowledge of Inca history, Andean culture, and the Choquequirao Archaeological Complex, ensuring an authentic and informative trekking experience.

Slow-Paced & Personalized Trekking Experiences

We focus on slow-paced Choquequirao treks, allowing travelers to enjoy the journey comfortably and safely. Our itineraries are flexible and can be customized to your fitness level, interests, and travel style, whether you prefer cultural exploration, nature photography, or a relaxed adventure.

Safety, Quality & Professional Service

Your safety is our priority. We work with certified trekking guides, reliable transportation, and carefully selected community-run camps and lodges. Every Choquequirao hiking tour is well-organized to ensure a smooth and worry-free experience.

Community-Based & Sustainable Tourism

All services during the trek — accommodation, meals, muleteers, and campsites — are provided by local families. By choosing Choquequirao Wasi, you support responsible tourism in Peru, helping local communities while protecting the natural environment of the Apurímac Canyon.

Fair Prices & Transparent Costs

We offer competitive and transparent prices for both private and group Choquequirao treks, with no hidden fees. Our goal is to make the Choquequirao Trek 5 Days 4 Nights accessible without compromising quality or safety.

Reliable Customer Support

From the moment you contact us until the end of your trek, our team is available to assist you with planning, booking, and on-trip support. We are always ready to answer your questions and help you prepare for your Choquequirao adventure.

Choquequirao Trek 5 Days | Adventure to the Last Inca City

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