Departures 2008:
Daily (min. 4 participants)
Price per Person: US$ 410

Day 01
In the morning we are leaving Cusco heading towards the Apurimac valley in our private vehicle. Three hours later we reach Cachora (2,900 m). In this typical and quite Andean village we arrange the equipment on mules and horses. After a delicious breakfast we start our trek. On the route we will pass the lookout points Capuliyoc (2,915m) and Cocamasana (2,330m), where we get our first beautiful view of the Apurimac canyon stretching below as well as sights from the snow-capped peaks of the Vilcabamba range. In the late afternoon we arrive at the beautiful place of Chiquisca (1,800m), where we will spend the night in our first camp above the Apurimac river.

Day 02
After an invigorating breakfast we will begin with the descent to the bottom of the canyon (1,550m) and continue with a steep ascent. After a six hour hike, passing small settlements like Maranpata, you will reach the archeological site of Choquequirao (3,085m), which is situated on a spectacular plateau above the Apurimac canyon. In the afternoon sunlight of the you will have a first visit of these majestic Inca-ruins by your own. Camp inside the archeological site of Choquequirao.

Day 03
During the morning we will explore with our guide the Inca ruins of Choquequirao. After an abundant lunch we will leave Choquequirao. We will go downstairs to the camp of Santa Rosa, where we will spend the last night of our hike.

Day 04
After breakfast we will take the last ascent of our trekking tour back to Cachora. On this easy upward hike you will pass the two lookout points from the first day again, which offer the last fantastic views of the glacial peaks of the Cordillera Vilca-bamba and into the Apurimac canyon. At midday you will arrive at Cachora, where we can enjoy a delicious lunch. Our bus is already waiting for you in order to bring you back to Cusco after these impressive days. Arrival in the early evening.

Service includes:
Private transport, three nights in camp, camping equipment, pack animals, porters, food, and guide.

Recommended equipment:
- Binoculars
- Camera + extra batteries
- Flash-light + extra batteries
- Sunscreen lotion (SPF at least 30)
- Insect repellent
- Personal toiletries and medications
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Long pants
- Hiking boots
- Sneakers/ sandals
- Rain suit
- Swimsuit
- Sleeping bag