9 days

About this activity

The world Choquequirao means the “Cradle of the Gold” in southern Quechua. Its structure and architecture is similar to Machu Picchu and it's been called the “Sister of Machu Picchu” It is considered one of the last resistance bastions and refugees of the Incas, who abandoned Cusco in 1535. You will hike through the most picturesque places in the Andes and have horses for your convenience. You will use high quality camping equipment to enjoy two Inca highlights, Machu Picchu and Choquequirao, making this truly memorable. See itinerary below for details.

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Included

Pre-trek briefing
Early morning transfer by private bus to the initial point of the trek (Tarawasi)
Accommodation: Campsites (7 nights), Hotel (1 night)
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners and 7 afternoon hot beverages
Professional guide
Professional cook
Horseman
Horses to carry food, camping and cooking equipment and 7 kg of each passenger's belongings
Camping equipment: personal double tents,Term-a-rest mattress
Tables and chairs, a cooking tent with cooking equipment, dining and toilet tents and bottled gas
A sleeping bag (for up to -5°C)
Tourist train from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) to Ollantaytambo
Tourist bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

Not included

Breakfast on the day 1 and lunch on the last day
International and domestic flights nor airport departure taxes
Travel insurance
Entrance fee to Huayna Picchu (USD $10) or Machu Picchu Mountain (USD $7)
A shuttle bus between Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes Town (USD $9.50 - one way, $18.50 - round trip)
Gratuities
Meal budget: Please allow USD $30-50 for meals not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Minimum age is 18 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

55%

Sport

30%

Aquatic

30%

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