Hike 42 kilometers through the Apurímac canyon to Machu Picchu's sacred sister — a citadel reachable only on foot. Operated by a 100% Cusco family agency since 2001.
Four ways to reach Choquequirao. All operated by our Cusco team, all include hot showers, WiFi, English-speaking guides and full board. Pick the pace that suits you.
The most comfortable pace. Extra rest day at Marampata for sunset views over the Apurímac canyon. Best for travelers who want depth without rushing.
Balanced option. The best ratio of time and experience. Demanding last day with full descent and ascent in one stretch — recommended for fit travelers.
Intensive and demanding. Only operated as a private service due to its high physical difficulty. For trained hikers in excellent condition. Extra horse strongly recommended.
Future tour by cable car from Kiuñalla. Visit Choquequirao in a single day. The cable car is not yet built — for now Choquequirao can only be reached on foot.
*Referential pricing. Final quote depends on group size, season, and add-ons. Group departures only on confirmed scheduled dates (4+ people to confirm) — see available departures. Private service available any day from 1 person, no minimum.
We're not a search engine: we're a real Cusco operator, with our own team, our own muleteers, and over two decades on this trail.
Founded in July 2001. Not a middleman — we run every trek ourselves.
All guides are DIRCETUR-certified professionals fluent in English and Spanish.
Hot showers and free WiFi in every rural lodge along the trail.
WhatsApp assistance before, during, and after your trek. Any issue, we're on it.
No hidden costs. You see the full breakdown before you commit.
CALTUR recognized · TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice · Peruvian Company of the Year.
Often called "Machu Picchu's sacred sister," Choquequirao offers a similar Inca legacy with a fraction of the visitors.
| Feature | Choquequirao | Machu Picchu |
|---|---|---|
| Daily visitors | ~30 – 50 | ~4,500 |
| Access | Trek only (3 – 5 days) | Train + bus |
| Altitude | 3,106 m / 10,190 ft | 2,430 m / 7,970 ft |
| Excavated | ≈ 30 – 40% | ≈ 100% |
| Entry fee (2026) | S/ 60 adult | S/ 152 adult |
| Crowds | Almost none | Heavy |
| Authenticity feel | Very high | Medium |
More than a thousand travelers have recorded their experience with InfoCusco and uploaded it to our YouTube channel. Families, couples, solo backpackers, groups. Watch them before you decide.
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