Cusco

CHOQUEQUIRAO AND MACHU PICCHU: THE LOST INCA CITADELS

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Hiking

Category

7 days

Duration

Intermediate

Experience

Medium

Fitness

From 1 to 12

Participants

What you'll do

The Choquequirao Trek and Machu Picchu Tour is Peru’s ultimate hidden Inca odyssey, unveiling two breathtaking historic ruins in one epic journey! Discover Choquequirao—Peru’s lesser-known gem with ruins vastly larger than Machu Picchu, reachable only by foot for an intimate, crowd-free dive into ancient Inca history and culture. We've combined this remote challenge with the 7th Wonder, Machu Picchu, from Cusco—crossing rugged trails on a multi-day adventure blending hiking, camping, and cultural immersion.

Itinerary

  • AccommodationsHotel
  • Transfer4-5 hours
  • Hiking10 km (6.2 mi) ↑ +130 m (+427 ft) ↓ -1,100 m (-3,609 ft) ◷ 3–4 hours
  • AccommodationsCamp
  • Hiking16 km (9.9 mi) ↑ +1,440 m (+4,724 ft) ↓ -420 m (-1,378 ft) ◷ 5–6 hours
  • AccommodationsCamp
  • Hiking6 km (3.7 mi) ↑ +490 m (+1,608 ft) ↓ -490 m (-1,608 ft) ◷ 4–6 hours
  • AccommodationsCamp
  • Hiking18 km (11.2 mi) ↑ +800 m (+2,625 ft) ↓ -1,440 m (-4,724 ft) ◷ 5–6 hours
  • AccommodationsCamp
  • Hiking6 km (3.7 mi) ↑ +730 m (+2,395 ft) ↓ -110 m (-361 ft) ◷ 3–4 hours
  • AccommodationsHotel
  • Hiking10+ km (6.2+ mi) ↑ +460 m (+1,509 ft) ↓ -480 m (-1,574 ft)

Important stuff

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What's included

Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes + return train to Ollantaytambo (Expedition class) + private transfer to Cusco
Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Cook to prepare meals
Pre-trip briefing in Cusco
Mules carry gear and your 7 kg of items
Hotel pick-up in central Cusco
Water after first 4 hours (bring your own initially)
Tent with tables and chairs for meals
Big shared tents for two (spacious for comfort)
Guidance by an experienced, English-speaking tour guide
Personal duffle bag provided for trek belongings (up to 7 kilos)
Porter service to carry duffle bags, accessible only at evening campsites
Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Safety gear including a first aid kit, oxygen tank, and satellite phone for the trek
1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes
First Aid
Snack
Accomodation in tents
Entrance fee
All Meals except one dinner
1 night in Cusco (3-star hotel)
Machu Picchu entrance
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Transport from airport
Extra food and drinks
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Tips
Optional Huayna Picchu Mountain climb available for $75 per person, must be booked in advance
Expenditure of personal nature
Dinner on Day 1
All the meals not mentioned in the what's included section
Sleeping Bag rental: $30
Inflatable Air Mattress rental: $25
Walking Sticks (Pair) rental: $22

Accommodations

3-star hotel in Cusco - Day 1

Your classic 3-star hotel in Cusco offers comfort and charm in twin rooms. You can enjoy friendly services, and warm décor with local touches. Perfect for resting before setting off on the adventure.

Campsites - Days 2,3,4,5

Four nights camping along the Apurímac canyon: Chikiscca, a small farming village (Day 2), Marampata, with jaw-dropping views and the best stargazing on the trail (Days 3-4, two nights at the same camp), and Cocamazana (Day 5). 4-person tents shared by only 2.

Aguas Calientes Hotel - Day 6

This marks our final rest stop before visiting Machu Picchu. Our exceptional hotel is equipped with Wi-Fi, hot showers, and offers a cozy spot to relax after our day's hike. Nearby, we find local hot springs available for an entry fee of ten soles. In the evening, our local partner treats us to our last dinner, preparing us for the next day's adventure.

Guides

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul is the owner and director of Alpaca Expeditions. They have tour guides 100% local. They mastered the craft of leading groups through the most beautiful places and over the highest elevations without losing any bit of information and any tip to make the hiking more enjoyable. All the guides have graduated in Tourism and passed tests to be able to guide along the treks.

Meeting point

-13.53195-71.96746259999999
Cusco

08000, Cusco, 38086, Peru

Frequently asked questions

Departures

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Reviews 5.0

1 total

Ju
Justin Rodrigue (Aug 2026)

Honestly, the experience was excellent. We were a small group, so it was really easy to build connections with everyone. I’m sure we’ll do more things together in the future, which is really cool. The guides were very experienced, the plan was clear, and everything was really well organized. You didn’t have to worry about anything or think too much about what was next because everything was already taken care of. Overall, I think it was a really great experience.

€1,440.00

(€475 deposit)
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