This is a very beautiful trek within sight of the majestic glaciers, and down into the canyon of the Apurimac River, and through Andean valleys, and across flower filled fields.
Choquequirao 4d/3n | Desde: $400.00
Details of the Choquequirao 4d/3n
Places we will visit: Cachora, Chiquisqua, Choquequirao.
Kinds of Activities: Archeological and Cultural.
Duration:4 Days and 3 Night :
Precio pool:
USD 400 Adultos.
ITINERARY Choquequirao 4d/3n
» Day 1: Cusco - Cachora - Chiquisqua.
We take off from Cusco by bus, and ride to the village of Cachora. It is about a 3 and a half hour drive. From there we will start hiking. We begin heading down toward the Valley of the Apurimac River, walking across some fantastically beautiful country. Panoramic views, and plenty of wildlife and interesting plants to see. We will hike down into the canyon and camp at Chiquisqua campsite. ( 1930m.a.s.l.).
» Day 2: Chiquisqua – Choquequirao.
Day 2 is very beautiful, as we begin early walking along the river for an hour until we reach the beach called Rosalina. From there we head up the other side of the canyon. We will climb for a couple hours and, and take a break at Santa Rosa. After a little more climbing, it will be lunchtime at Maranpata. From there it is only an hour and 45 minutes to the spectacular archeological complex of Choquequirao. Our Choquequirao campsite is close by.
» Day 3: Choquequirao – Chiquisqua.
As we head back , everything is peaceful and beautiful. The snow-capped peaks of the Andes are all around you. You will visit the Incan terraces at the Pacchayuc Archeological Complex. It is a 4 and a half hour walk to the floor of the canyon. We will eat lunch at Rosalina Beach. After lunch it is an easy hour and a half walk up river to our campsite at Chiquisqua.
» Day 4: Chiquisqua - Cachora – Cusco
This last day of the hike is a bit difficult as we have to hike up out of the Apurimac Canyon. We come out at Capulichayuc after about 3 hours of hiking.(2970 m.a,s.l. ). From there it is an easy 2 hour hike across plains and fértile valleys til we reach the town of Cachora, where we will hop on the bus and head back to Cusco.
* The map shows you the route we will be following. You can see where we start, where, we will go, and how to return. You can see points of interest and Incan Archeological sites that we will be visiting.
* The absolute best moments of your Peruvian visit could be spent camping in this spectacular country far off the beaten path.
* A photo cannot really capture the beauty of the surroundings. You would have to see it for yourself.
* The real Andes are the places where you can see vicunas, llamas and alpacas. You will see them here.
Per Day
Itinerari
Food
Día 1:
Recojo del hotel muy temprano co dirección a Ccachora.
Inicio de la caminata duración 4 hrs.
Descenso Chiquisqua altitud 1930msnm..
Desayuno: Hotel
Almuerzo: Campamento
Cena: Campamento
Pernocte campamento Chiquisqua.
Día 2:
Salida muy temprano después del desayuno.
Asenso aproximadamente 2horas Santa rosa.
Ascenso por aproximadamente 1hora y 45 Choquequirao.
Tour por Choquequirao 2:00 hrs Aprx.
Tiempo libre para seguir visitando Choquequirao.
Retorno hacia el campamento Choquequirao.
Visita al grupo arqueológico de Pacchayuc.
Descenso por aproximadamente 4 hrs. y media
Almuerzo en Playa rosalina que se encuentra a los 1550 msnm.
Caminata por aproximadamente 1hora y media y ascenso campamento de Chiquisqua.
Caminata en escenso poco dificultosa por 3:30 Hrs. Apx..
caminata llana 2 horas hasta llegar al poblado de Cachora.
Retorno en bus de regreso a Cusco.
Desayuno: Campamento
Almuerzo: restaurante
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
SHOULD BRING
OUR SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Todos los traslados del aeropuerto al hotel.
• Bus privado cusco-Cachora (inicio de la caminata).
• Guía profesional (español, inglés, alemán o japonés).
• Todas las comidas durante el tour.
• Opción vegetariana.
• Carpa personal.
• Carpa baño.
• Carpa comedor (mesas, sillas).
• Personal de apoyo (arrieros).
• Caballos de carga para sus cosas personales 10 kilos.
• Caballo de silla para emergencia.
• Bus privado Cachora-cusco.
• Primeros auxilios y oxígeno.
• Capa de lluvia (plástico).
• Protector solar.
• Sombrero o gorra.
• Lentes para el sol.
• Cantimplora o botella de agua.
• Cámara.
• Medicaciones personales sugeridas por su doctor.
• Porteadores adicionales (40 USD por todo el tour).
• Bastón para la caminata (10 USD) opcional.
• Gastos personales.
• propinas.
INFORMATION USEFUL TIPS FOR THE TRAVELER
Security in Peru
Make copies of your identification documents. Put the originals in the safety deposit box at your hotel.
Make a list of what you are placing in the safety deposit box, and make sure the hotel agrees to be responsible for all items deposited.
Be careful about carrying around possessions that are very valuable.Don’t carry around large sums of cash.Always keep an eye on your personal possessions.
Don’t carry backpacks on your back.
Don’t change money on the street.
Avoid dark alleys and don’t go out late alone.
Telephones in Peru
To place international calls, you can call from a public payphone, or you can go into a shop that features long distance service..( these are called “locutorios”)
To dial international:
Dial 00, then the country code, then the area code and number.
To call long distance within Peru:
Dial 0, then the city code, then the number.
The payphones accept local currency in coins, and also you can buy prepaid phone cards almost everywhere.
In Peru there are 2 big phone companies: Telefonica and Claro. The newest entry in the market is Nextel, but it doesn’t operate all over the country. For more information about Telefonica, dial 103 and you’ll get ahold of an operator.
Internet in Peru
Every town in Peru has internet cafes that charge under a dollar per hour. Quality of the connection and price varies according to location.
Staying Healthy in Peru
Don’t eat on the street.Don’t buy from street venders.
Take it easy when you first arrive in a city like Cusco, which is over 10,000 ft. above sea level. Eat light. Don’t smoke or drink alcohol, in order to avoid altitude sickness. Drinking coca tea is recommended.
If you are traveling to the jungle, be sure to bring insect repellant and rain gear.
To contact a good doctor ask at your hotel or travel agency.
Banks in Peru
Banking hours are normally Monday through Friday, 9:00 am til 6:00 pm. Saturday 9 til 1.
In the maincities you will find Global Net ATM s and also ATM s from other banks.
Money in Peru
It is recommended that you change your money into local currency ( soles ) at authorized locations, such as banks, hotels, and money changing offices. They are usually open from 9:00 am.til 6:00 pm. The exact rate of exchange varies daily, but it is about 2.75 soles per U.S. dollar.
The Benefits of Drinking Coca Tea
Coca tea is a recommended food in the Andes, both for men and women. By drinking coca tea daily, you will obtain your minimum daily requirement of calcium. Coca tea also contains vitamins and trace elements to keep you fit. It is a great supplement to your daily diet.
Studies show that 100 grams of coca leaf contain 2 grams of potassium, which is needed to regulate your heart rate. The actual concentration of the cocaine alkaloid in coca leaf is very low, and taken in tea in its natural state, does not lead to dependence and is not toxic. So coca tea is considered both a beneficial food and a medicine.
Investigations undertaken by pharmacologists at the University of Caldas show that drinking coca tea is beneficial to your health and helps combat the effects altitude sickness, which is called “soroche“ in Peru.