This quechua name means “Golden Cradle.” This is
the name of the mysterious and dazzling Inca city that is nailed in the
beautiful landscape of the Vilcanota Mountain Range, over the canyon of
the Apurimac River. This city remained covered by the thickness of the woods
for many years. According to the historians, Choquequirao was the home of
the last rebel Incas from the Vilcabamba.
1st Day: We will
leave by bus toward the Cachora Town (2.910 m.), we will cross the copious
Apurimac River over the Cunyac Bridge. Visit to the Saywite archaeological
site. Camping near the small town of Cachora having the Salkantay as background.
Camping.
2nd Day: We will
walk towards the canyon of the Apurimac River. Then we will descend and
we will camp on its shores. This is one of the deepest and most beautiful
canyons of the world. Camping.
3rd Day: We will
cross the hanging bridge over the Apurimac River, and we will start climbing
towards the Santa Rosa area (2.290 m). There is plenty of vegetation and
the weather turns to be hot. Arriving at the Marampata section, we will
be able to see the Choquequirao fortress, nailed in the mountains. Camping
at Raqyapata.
4th Day: After a short walk, we will arrive at the Choquequirao fortress (3.110 m).
Visit to the archaeological site and its surroundings. In the afternoon
return to Santa Rosa.
5th Day: We will descend towards the hanging bridge. Then we will continue arriving
at the Cachora small town. We will return to Cusco in a private vehicle.
This program includes:
• Private transportation
• Full board during the days the trek lasts.
• Tents for two, dining room – kitchen tent
• Trek guide, cook, muleteers, horses
• Group material
• First-aid kit
• Oxygen
This program does not include:
• Personal equipment : sleeping bag, rucksack, etc.
• Meals for the days not included in the trek
• Anything that was not specified in the topic “This Program Includes.” |
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