Trekking From Choquequirao to Machu Picchu 8D/7N

Machu Picchu is one of the seven wonders of the world, it is an Inca citadel located high above 2430m in the Andes in Peru, on the Urubamba river valley, department of Cuzco. This Inca fortress was built in the 15th century and then abandoned, it is famous for its sophisticated dry stone walls that combine huge blocks without the use of mortar, fascinating buildings that relate to astronomical alignments and panoramic views, the exact purpose of these constructions still remains a mystery.

It is another “lost city of the Incas” also known as the sister of Machu Picchu, this citadel was officially rediscovered in the late twentieth century, located at 3,030 meters above sea level, on top of a mountain above the Apurimac River, in its surroundings you can see imposing snow-capped mountains such as the famous Salkantay and Humantay.
The construction of Choquequirao is the work of the successors of the Inca Pachacutec, Tupac Inca Yupanqui (1471 – 1493) and Huayna Capac (1493 – 1527). The site used domestic and ceremonial ceramics of the classic Cuzco style, as well as others, typical of the population that moved to build and populate the site permanently.
The Choquequirao fortress is located under the jurisdiction of the district of Santa Teresa, Province of La Convención, Department of Cuzco, in southern Peru.

No, what is commercially known as “Inca Trail” is a different trekking, it takes other locations, it is a different route that does not coincide with this route.

You would need to include flights, lodging and meals in the city, we do not include them in our tours for the following reasons:
– Lodging in Lima and Cuzco: Each passenger has a different need (we only separate lodging in places where the options and offers are very reduced, for example, in this tour we have included lodging in the city of Aguas Calientes).
– Food in town: The food preferences of each passenger is different, so we prefer you to explore the flavors of your preference (we only provide food in the camps when trekking).
– Flights: You can book the airline of your preference, we know that there are complete offers from your country of origin.
If you wish to include any of these services in your tour you should contact our travel agents so that they can assist you and include it in your tour pack.

No, our service starts from your hotel in the city of Cusco and the day you start your tour according to the schedule of the itinerary, from there, your tour leader will accompany you from end to end throughout your vacation until you return to your hotel of origin.
While it is true that the tour leader accompaniment is exclusively for the tour itinerary, we also operate in the city of Lima, we are attentive to provide all the assistance and extra support you need, but keep in mind that expenses for extra care are not covered in this tour.
Remember that we also have adventures in Lima, you can take advantage of your free days to visit lagoons, waterfalls and mountains within the territory of Lima, you can check our offers.

Both wonders are located in the city of Cuzco.
Cuzco is located south of the capital of the department of Lima, capital of Peru. From Lima to Cuzco a commercial flight will take you in one hour, while if you go by bus you will arrive in approximately 24 hours.

The trekking route from the city of Cuzco to Choquequirao and from this point to Machu Picchu is the most complete and challenging route that exists in the ancient capital of the Incas.
It goes through ancient Inca roads surrounded by the most picturesque landscapes. On average it covers 65 kilometers in 7 days and 6 nights of intense trekking and adventure.

You can do this trekking any day of the year, however, the recommended season is between the months of April to October, this season is known as the “Andean Summer”, because there are no longer many weather impediments (rain, low temperatures, fog, etc.) to better enjoy the scenery.
However, we all know how climate change has affected the behavior of the environment, so we cannot guarantee that an “Andean summer” will be one hundred percent perfect.
We can only guarantee the best safety for you to enjoy a hike on any day of the year.

This trekking is demanding, due to the distance and elevation gain (see technical sheet), so we consider it as an advanced trekking level 4.
Please measure your capabilities and experience in similar adventures before taking this tour.

This is a challenging hike and should only be done by people in excellent physical condition and with previous experience in mountain trekking above 3000masl.
This route is located in a remote and unforgiving part of the Andes, access to basic services is very limited, everything is provided by our organization, Made In Mountain will make sure you have the best experience in the mountains; although it is true, there are some hamlets and small towns along the way, they can provide some very basic services to tourists, so you should not have high expectations in this regard.

During the journey in some specific places it is possible to have access to satellite internet (but we do not guarantee accessibility, because this depends on the contractual agreements that the villagers have with their service providers),
According to our itinerary on “Day 4” (Pinchauyuc – Maizal) there is no cellular or internet signal.
Some localities also have electric energy from solar panels and artificial motors, but the electric energy is only for lighting, but not for recharging electronic devices.

No, you do not need any special permission, except for your Visa or Passport, your personal identification document. We will take care of everything else.

With the registration of your tour you will not have to worry about any primary expenses (entrance tickets to the parks, mobility, guide, etc.); since we pick you up at your hotel in the city of Cusco, until we return you again, we take care of everything, transportation, lodging (with the exceptions mentioned in the summary table).
Food in the city will have to be covered by you (we only provide food in the camps when trekking), secondary expenses such as souvenirs, handicrafts, alcoholic beverages, etc. will have to be covered by you.
If you want additional services that are not included in this tour, then you must request it to our travel agents before hiring the tour.

From the moment you hire our services we will assign you a specialized local tour leader who will accompany you throughout your vacation so that you will live an unforgettable experience without worries.
We will accompany you from your hotel in the city of Cuzco (round trip).
While it is true that the accompaniment is exclusively for the tour itinerary and starts and ends at your hotel in the city of Cuzco, we are attentive to provide all the assistance and extra support you need in the city of Lima or Cusco, but keep in mind that expenses for extra care are not covered in this tour.
Remember that we also have adventures in Lima, you can take advantage of your free days to visit lagoons, waterfalls and mountains within the territory of Lima, you can check our offers.

Basically your personal gear such as your trekking clothes (pants, hiking boots, warm jackets, sunglasses, etc); once you agree to this tour we will send you in detail everything you will basically need to enjoy this adventure in the best condition.

Groups of up to a maximum of twelve people can be formed; our groups are always small, because we need you to live an unforgettable experience.

Made In Mountain is a travel agency exclusively for trekking lovers, this tour is designed for you to enjoy an unforgettable trek, however we will always have mules for assistance and emergencies.
Our itinerary is programmed so that you can arrive at each camp in the stipulated time and in the best conditions; we will walk at a moderate pace according to your abilities, and if the group is large there will be an assistant to accompany you.

If you suffer any physical injury during the journey of this adventure, our staff has the training and equipment necessary for first aid and to get you to safety.
If you feel you can no longer continue at any point along the way, we have a plan to take you to the nearest town and bring you back to the city of Cuzco or Lima as needed.
In both cases, for the reasons mentioned above, if you need to cut the road or cancel your itinerary to return to the city earlier than scheduled according to the itinerary, this will have an additional cost because it will require an unplanned extra mobilization and management.

No, the rooms can be shared between two to four people, but if you want a personal room for more privacy, then you will have to previously request availability; it will depend on the availability to grant it, otherwise it will have an additional cost; that is why it is important that you book your tour well in advance to be able to configure your trip in the best way to suit you.

Our camping facilities have all the necessary requirements for you to enjoy the best comfort and tranquility; in addition to your tent (personal or shared if you come with friends), we provide you with a separate space to consume your food that also serves as a kitchen.

When you confirm your participation in this adventure, we will contact you to explain us about your food preferences, so we will provide the necessary supplies for the entire trekking; all food is fresh, it is prepared in the same camps, and in places where there is a population we always prefer to consume local products.
Please note that when you are in the cities of Lima and Cusco the food will be on your own, we do this so that you can explore the flavors of your preference, in fact, you will always have the advice and recommendation of your tour leader.

No, we provide you with camping equipment such as mattress, sleeping bag, tent; you won’t even have to worry about setting up your tent, everything will be ready for you when you arrive at each of your campsites.
If you bring a personal tent, you can also use it, we will take care of the transportation.

Yes, but it will be important that you coordinate it previously with one of our travel agents, preferably before hiring the tour to configure your trip in the best way.

If you have any further questions about anything associated with this tour, please do not hesitate to call or email us at info@madeinmountain.com.
Rest assured that we will get back to you or call you if you wish as soon as possible.