Day 1: CUSCO - CACHORA - CHIQUISQA

We begin our tour with a 6:00 a.m. pick-up from your hotel to start the journey to the town of Cachora. Along the way, we will stop briefly from the bus to admire the archaeological remains of Tarawasi. We will then continue to the Cunyac Bridge, which marks the border between the departments of Cusco and Apurimac, passing through the districts of Curawasi and Saywute before finally arriving in Cachora (approximately 10:00 a.m.). From here, we will begin our two-hour hike along a gently sloping trail to reach the Capuliyoc Pass (2,800 m.a.s.l.), where we will have lunch. After lunch, we will head towards the village of Chaquisqa (1,930 m.a.s.l.). This route involves a three-hour descent, allowing us to admire breathtaking scenery and enjoy the warm climate. We will set up our first camp here, after a three-hour hike.

Overnight stay in a tent

Meals: Lunch, dinner

 

Day 2: CHIQUISCA - PLAYA ROSALINA - SUNCHUPATA

After breakfast (5:00 am), we will continue our hike towards Playa Rosalinas (1,550 m.a.s.l.). From there, we will ascend a slope for approximately three hours towards Santa Rosa (2,100 m.a.s.l.), where we will have lunch. This section is the most challenging part of the route. After lunch, we will ascend to Maranpata (2,850 m.a.s.l.), a gentler slope that will allow us to observe the path from the first day and the surrounding vegetation. We will then hike a straight section towards Sunchupata, where we will set up camp. From there, it is a one-hour hike to Choquenquirao.

Overnight in a tent

Meal plan: Full board

 

Day 3: SUNCHUPATA - CHOQUEQUIRAO - CHIQUISQA

Very early after breakfast (5:00 a.m.), we will head towards the Choquenquirao Archaeological Park, a one-hour hike away, to witness the sunrise. We will then enjoy a three-hour visit accompanied by our guide, who will explain the significance of this important Inca site. At the designated time, we will begin our return to Sunchupata and descend to Santa Rosa for lunch. Afterward, we will continue down to Rosalinas Beach for about an hour. Upon arriving at Rosalinas, we will travel to the village of Chaquisqa, located two hours from Rosalinas, where we will camp.

Overnight in a tent

Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 4: CHIQUISIQA - CAPULIYOC - CACHORA

After breakfast (6:00 a.m.) We will begin our return to the village of Cachora, hiking uphill for two hours until we reach the Capuliyoc Pass. From there, it's another two hours to Cachora, where we will arrive around 12:00 p.m. Along the way, we will appreciate exotic flora and fauna, as well as views of imposing snow-capped mountains and the impressive Apurimac Canyon. In the afternoon, we will travel to the Qonoq thermal baths, where we will rest for an hour before continuing on to the city of Cusco, arriving around 8:00 p.m.

Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch

Price per person, based on 2 people

 

INCLUDES:

-Transportation

-Official Tour Guide

-Camping Equipment (2-person tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag)

-Kitchen Equipment (Dining tent, tables, chairs, lamp, cooking utensils)

-Pack mules for equipment and luggage

-Muleteers

-Meals during the expedition (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Meals include soups, creams, pasta, rice, fruits, and cereals, all rich in carbohydrates necessary to compensate for physical exertion, as well as hot beverages, including coca tea, which is excellent for altitude sickness.

 

NOT INCLUDED:

- Trekking poles

- Daypack or hiking backpack

- Food in town

- Personal clothing and hiking gear (Gore-Tex pants, jacket, gloves, hats, sunglasses, headlamp, trekking shoes, rain poncho, water bottle, hats for heat and cold, sunscreen, etc.)

 

RECOMMENDED ITEMS:

- Trekking boots

- Trekking socks (synthetic fibers: Coolmax, etc.)

- Thermal socks

- Thin microfiber gloves

- Fleece or wool gloves

- Sun hat

- Warm hat (fleece or other)

- Microfiber and thermal base layers

- Fleece jacket

- ​​Padded anorak (down or synthetic)

- Waterproof windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or other)

- Trekking pants

- Fleece pants Fleece jacket

-Waterproof snow pants (Gore-Tex or similar)

-Waterproof poncho

-Altitude goggles (with side protection)

-Daypack or awning

-Water bottle

-Headlamp (with spare bulbs and batteries)

-Sunscreen (for lips and skin)

-Personal first-aid kit

-Camera equipment

-Toiletries and towel

-Plastic bags