We depart Cusco at 6 am in a private car. First we will take a break to visit the ruins of Limatambo in the lower valley and then continue onto the archaeological site of Saywite. We will take a late lunch in Cachora upon arrival at the well situated Tres Balcones restaurant. We will also stay the night at this hostal, and the afternoon is free for you to wander the traditional mountainsides (with advice from your guide) or simply rest in the charming village. Enjoy the views of the snow-capped peaks of Padrayoc and Wayna Cachora. In the evening your meal is at the Tres Balcones restaurant. Accommodation: Tres Balcones hotel, Cachora

After breakfast, it is a 2 hour hike to Capuliyoc (2915 metres/ 9561 feet) from where we have our first beautiful views of the Apurimac valley stretching below as well as the snow-capped peaks of Padrayoc and Wayna Cachora. We descend to have lunch at Chiquiska, a charming oasis on the trail. From here,, we descend to the magnificent Apurimac River (1550 metres/ 5084 feet) before beginning our climb to Santa Rosa which is "half way" up the hill and a nice place to camp. Accommodation: Camping Santa Rosa.

In the morning after breakfast we will climb for another two hours to Maranpata from where we can see the ruins of Choquequirao, from here we have two hours more hike to the ruins. (3110 metres/ 10120 feet) We will have lunch at the Choquequirao campsite and then have the rest of the afternoon to spend in the ruins, and climb up above the ruins. In the evening, we will watch the sunset and have the chance to see condors. Accommodation: Camping at Choquequirao campsite

In the morning we will set out early, back along the path we came, appreciating the many different plants and the ever-breathtaking views. We will descend to Santa Rosa for lunch, before descending further into the Apurimac canyon. From there it’s another 1-2 hours pull uphill to camp at Chiquiska. Accommodation: Camping at Chiquiska.

Early in the morning, in order to escape the heat of the canyon of the Apurimac, we descend to the raging river, and then begin an arduous climb that is rewarded with spectacular views. We climb for about four hours, and have lunch in Capuliyoc. The final two hours of our hike into the village of Cachora refreshingly flat through pretty farming countryside. Our private car will be waiting to take us back to Cusco (4 hours drive). We will arrive in Cusco between 7 and 8pm.

• Pre Trek Briefing
• Collection from your hotel in the morning of trek departure in private car. 
• Transport from Cusco to the trailhead at the beginning of the trek at Cachora (and return private car) 
• Entry fee to Choquequirao 
• Entry fee to Limatambo and Saywite 
• English/Quechua/Spanish speaking professional guide 
• Tents - 2 people in a 4 person tent which allows for greater comfort, and also storage of backpacks. 
• Basic foam mattress. 
• Cook and Cooking equipment (Assistants are provided for larger groups) 
• Toilet tent 
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food). 
• Horses (for equipment and personal items) including horsemen. They carry camping equipment, food and kitchen utensils. We provide duffel bags at your briefing for your personal items (up to 5 kg per person). 
• 01 emergency horse which can be ridden if you are feeling ill or if are a little slower 
• Dining tent with camp tables and chairs & Kitchen tent for the cook to prepare meals 
• Tents for our staff to sleep in 
• First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle 
• Accommodation in hostal, meal and breakfast in that hotel day 1

• Breakfast on the first morning.
• Sleeping bags (can be hired from us for $ 5 per day) If you haven't got a sleeping bag or you don't want the hassle of bringing one all the way to Peru with you, then we have sleeping bags for hire. 
• Tips for the guide, cook and porters 
• Additional horses for passenger’s luggage. If there are any substantial items or backpacks, passengers will need to hire an additional mule

• A light day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek - prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature
• Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. 
• Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended. Extra socks are a must. 
• Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breath in the evenings if you wish to carry them. There are basic cold showers at most campsites on the Choquequirao route and therefore plastic shoes are useful for showering too. 
• Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie / touk. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping. 
• Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you) 
• Torch/ Flashlight and spare batteries 
• Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions) 
• Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold 
• Sun block 
• After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body 
• Insect repellent - minimum recommended 20% DEET - although no malaria risk has been reported 
• Toilet paper, pack in & pack out 
• Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. 
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. 
• We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams. 
• Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc. 
• Small towel or sarong 
• Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs) 
• Cash - sufficient for your final lunch in Aguas Calientes, tips and souvenirs. 
• Original passport & ISIC (international student identity card - if you have one). 
• Walking sticks or poles 
• Binoculars (if you have them)