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| Region |
| Cordillera Vilcabamba |
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| Duration |
| 9 days / 8 nights |
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| Season |
| April to November |
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| Rating |
| Moderate |
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| Price per Person |
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€600.00 Euro |
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| Minimum |
| 4 people |
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| Dep. Dates |
| 7/04, 15/05, 15/09, 30/09, 15/10 |
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T R E K K I N G
CHOQUEQUIRAO to MACHUPICCHU
TCQMP
A
rugged, remote trek which leads you through a diversity of climates
to reach the archaeological complex of Choquequirao - stronghold of
Manco Inca. Legend has it that the Inca rebelled against the Spaniards
and taking all the gold and treasure that he could lay his hands
on, set off into the jungle to found a new nation. The rough terrain
makes this a physically challenging but rewarding trek. When you
reach the plateau of Choquequirao (3000m), with its impressive views
of the Cordillera Vilcabamba, you will feel that you have reached
a land that time forgot. This trip starts with a visit to the Saywite
Stone and is rounded off with the classic Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
Day 1: CUSCO – CACHORA - CHIQUISCA
An early start to Cachora in the Apurimac region. On the way, we stop to visit the
amazing carved stone in Saywite. Then we leave the tarmac and descend
to Cachora (2915m) on a dirt
road. There, we meet our mule drivers and start our hike towards the
Apurimac canyon, we set our camp at Chiquisca. (3 hr bus ride & 4 hr trek – Camp at 1750m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 2: CHIQUISCA - CHOQUEQUIRAO
Another early start (to avoid the heat), as we have a long climb
ahead of us. On the way we can sample sugar cane juice, "Upi," at
Mr. Cobarrubias’ home in Santa Rosa (2100m) - he produces alcohol
from the canes – a good time for a rest! Continuing on to Maranpata,
we get our first view of the amazing ruins that seem to spring from
the undergrowth. Camp on the terraces. (6 hr trek – Camp at 3060m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day
3: CHOQUEQUIRAU – RIO BLANCO
Leaving Choquequirao, we start our descent towards the Victoria Valley.
Our trail leads us through dense bushes and affords us great views of
Mt Corihuaynachina, part of the Vilcabamba range.
(5 hr trek - Camp at 1830m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 4: RIO BLANCO - MAIZAL
We begin a steep climb towards the Yanama Pass. We camp near some farmer houses, and enjoy the beauty of the near mountains.
(3 hr trek - Camp at 3000m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 5: MAIZAL - YANAMA
We continue our climb that brings us to the Yanama Pass 4300m, from where we can see
the Yanama Valley stretching before us. We descend to our camp near the village. (6 hr trek – Camp at 3650m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 6: YANAMA - PUKARA
We have one more pass to cross and then we descend into the valley that
takes us to Pukara, a nice campsite and again we have the mountains in front of us for the sunset. (7 hr trek - Camp at 3600m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 7: PUKARA – LA PLAYA
We leave the hot springs and continue descending towards plantations
of coffee and different tropical fruits. (5 hr trek - Camp at 2000m)
ACCOM – Tent / Meals – B, L, D
Day 8: LA PLAYA- SANTA TERESA – HIDROELECTRICA – AGUAS
CALIENTES
After a short hike we reach the road where we catch a truck to go to Santa Teresa, then we continue towards the power station to take the
local train to Aguas Calientes where we can visit the Hot Springs and spend
the night in a comfortable hostel.
ACCOM – Hotel / Meals – B, L, D
Day 9: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
A guided tour of the archaeological site gives us the idea that our entire
journey has been almost like a pilgrimage. After lunch, we take the
train back to Cuzco where you are transferred to your hotel.
ACCOM - Hotel / Meals – B
Our Services
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Private Transfer Cuzco-Cachora
"Local" Train Service Hidroeléctrica-Aguas
Calientes
Bus Aguas Calientes-Machu Picchu-Aguas Calientes (2nd Day)
"Backpacker" Train Service Aguas Calientes-Cuzco
Transfer Station-Hotel in Cuzco |
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Hotel in Aguas Calientes *1 night + Continental Breakfast |
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Guided Tours of Choquequirao and Machu Picchu |
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2-Person Tents; Foam Mattresses; Dining Tent; Camp Tables & Chairs;
Cooking Tent; Cooking & Eating Utensils; Toilet Tent |
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Guide (in the Language of your Choice); Assistant Guide (for
9+ PAX); Cook; Assistant Cook (for 7+ PAX); Donkey Drivers; Horses;
Emergency Horse with Saddle |
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All Food from Lunch on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 9 |
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First Aid Kit |
......DO NOT INCLUDE:
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Medical Insurance |
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Entrance Fee to Choquekirao and "Machu Picchu" |
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Sleeping Bag |
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Tips to Staff |
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Hotels & Food in Cusco |
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Alcoholic Drinks, Laundry and any other Personal Expenses |
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