The Inca Ruins of Choquequirao
 
 

THE LOST CITY OF CHOQUEQUIRAO

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16 days at GBP1,969 including flights
Tripcode: TPK

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Countries Visited: Peru

A tough trek away from conventional routes to Inca ruins in the heart of the Vilcabamba Range

Choquequirao trek, Vilcabamba, Cuzco, Peru

The last stronghold of the Inca royal family following the Spanish conquest, Choquequirao is one of the best-preserved Inca cities and bears strong similarities to Machu Picchu, both in its architectural style and its stunning location. Our trekking route is dominated by the lofty snow-capped peaks of the Cordillera Vilcabamba, but is extremely diverse as we travel from the cloud forest near Machu Picchu, cross the spine of the range, descend to the spectacular Apurimac River canyon and finally climb out into the highlands again.

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THE LOST CITY OF CHOQUEQUIRAO
Day 1
Fly to Lima.
Day 2
Fly to Cuzco; walking tour of city.
Day 3
Train to Machu Picchu; stay overnight.
Day 4
Return by train to Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Day 5
Drive over the dramatic Malaga Pass to north of Nevado Veronica; camp at Huancacalle (3000m).
Day 6
Hike to Inca ruins of Vitcos and Nusta Ispana.
Day 7
Ascend Choquetecarpo Pass (4560m).
Day 8
Trek to hamlet of Yanama amidst magnificent mountain scenery.
Day 9
Spectacular route over Mina Victoria pass, descend to Rio Blanco.
Day 10
Steep ascent to Choquequirao pass (3215m) then descend into the ruins of Choquequirao (3100m).
Day 11
Full day exploring the site and its surroundings.
Day 12
Morning visit the ruins; descend to camp near the mighty Apurimac River.
Day 13
Trek to Capuliyoc Pass. Return to Cuzco via Inca ritual site at Sayhuite.
Day 14
Free day in Cuzco.
Day 15
Fly to Lima; depart.
Day 16
Arrive London.

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The Inca Ruins of Choquequirao
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The Inca Ruins of Choquequirao

 
 

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