Trek to Choquequirao, Salkantay & Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 9 Days

The great Inca Trail that united in the past two of the most exquisite citadels of the Incas is still in use to be able to visit it and explore its beautiful landscapes that surround it. Andean Great Treks has designed this impressive trekking route, which visits the archaeological sites of Choquequirao, the sacred mountain of Salkantay, the mythical Inca trail to Machu Picchu.
If you are a traveler who loves culture and a lot of high-level hiking activity, this route will surely surprise you, for everything it offers. You will travel through ancient inca trail used by the messengers of the Incas the Chasqui. To start the tour you will visit from the Capuliyoq viewpoint to the depths of the Apurimac river canyon, and then ascend a steep path to the archaeological complex of Choquequirao, which is said to have been one of the last strongholds of the resistance of the Incas of Vilcabamba. during the war against the Spanish.

This site is located at more than three thousand meters and its architecture is unique in the entire empire of the Incas, currently only less than 30% of its original design can be seen, since over time this site was covered by large trees and bushes.
Afterwards we will hike from the base of the snowy Salkantay to the Inca Chiriasqa pass, following the most preserved original Inca trail and with many temples, houses, shrines of the Incas. This sector stands out among others for the incredible scenic beauty from the valleys, to the high peaks, and the deep jungles of tropical forests, finally leading us to the fabulous sacred city of the Incas, Machu Picchu.

INCLUDED IN THE CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK + SALKANTAY TREK + INCA TRAIL HIKE TO MACHU PICCHU 9 DAYS

• Pre-departure briefing: You will meet your guide and group in our office for an orientation before your trek. At this time, we will provide you with the duffle bags which will be carried by our horses. The meeting will be day before the trip begins.
• Transportation: All your transportation is included in this package. We will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the starting point of the trek. Once you complete the tour, we will take you back to the door of your hotel.
• Qualified guides: Our guides have dominion of English and Spanish, professional education and official certification. They will explain to you about the history, culture and environment along the trail, as well as lead the group in ancestral rituals and ceremonies. They’ll also take care of your safety, health and comfort during the trip so you can enjoy the trek worry-free.
• Porters and horsemen: They will be in charge of preparing and transferring the duffle bags of all our passengers.
• Equipment: Andean Great Treks uses the best equipment to ensure your safety and comfort. Every two people will share Salewa tents with a capacity for four people. Also, you'll have a spacious dining tent where you can enjoy your food problem-free.
• Camping equipment: We have tents for cooking and eating, as well as tables, chairs and complete kitchen equipment. All of this is transported by horses.
• 1 duffle bag: There, you can carry your personal belongings (including your sleeping bad) up to a maximum weight of 7 kg / 15 lbs.
• Pack mules: Our pack mules will transport all camping equipment, as well as your personal luggage in the canvas bag.
• Food: Our chef prepares the best dishes in the middle of the mountain. Our passengers love our food! We respect all diets, so let us know if you have any particular restrictions on your reservation form and remind your guide during the briefing. You will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in addition to hot drinks and snacks. Every morning we will give you your snack so you can enjoy it during the walk.
• Water: Andean Great Treks will provide you with all the water you need. The water is boiled, filtered, and cooled. You must bring your water bottles or camelback. We recommend a capacity of 3 liters. You'll be able to fill your bottles during each meal.
• Meals: 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 8 dinners. Special menus such as vegetarian or vegan meals are available without additional costs.
• Morning tea: Every morning in our campsites, you’ll enjoy a cup of hot coca tea as soon as you wake up. It will be an excellent way to start the day.
• Tea time: In our campsites, we’ll serve you popcorn, cookies, coffee, chocolate, tea, hot water, etc. After a long day of hiking, you won’t have to wait until dinner to fill your stomach.
• Snacks (Days 1, 2, 3,4 ): We’ll offer you delicious snacks in a cloth bag: local fruits, cookies, chocolates, candy, etc.
• First aid: All Andean Great Treks guides have received specialized training in first aid. We hold mandatory training sessions with our guides every February. Your guide will always carry a first aid kit to face basic emergencies (altitude sickness, traveler's diarrhea, cuts, scrapes.) and oxygen. If necessary, we'll evacuate you from the path as quickly as possible and ensure that you arrive at a clinic for treatment.
• Entrance Tickets to Choquequirao Ruins
• Entrance tickets for Inca Trail
• Tickets  for Machu Picchu
• Bus Tickets Machu Picchu – Aguas calientes 
• Train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes 
• Oxygen bottle

NOT INCLUDED:

• Sleeping Bag
• Trekking poles: You can also rent in Cusco
• Lunches and Dinner on the last day
• Clothing and personal equipment
• Travel insurance
• Tips for our team: Keep in mind that our personnel receive payment for their services, so feel free to give tips or not.
• Additional costs: There could be additional expenses, delays or modifications of the itinerary that are outside of the responsibility of the agency, such as: bag weather conditions, security or health problems, changes in government policies, political instability, strikes, etc.

Mysterious Citadels in the mists

• Explore the best Inca citadels built in the mountains with forests, the Inca monuments of Machu Picchu and Choquequirao are the best works of architecture of the ancient peoples of Peru. Both are abandoned citadels suspended on a plateau high in the Andes, surrounded by a wall of mountains that fade in and out of view with the mist. We can show you the Inca masterpiece in its very best light, our private guides are adept at avoiding the heaviest crowds, they know the best attractions in all the adventure.

Breathtaking Scenary

• Peru is one of the most diverse countries in the world, Cusco offers the most spectacular natural settings, between mountains, snow-capped mountains, glaciers and cloud forests full of fresh air. On this tour you will explore the impressive Apurimac River Canyon, the Salkantay Mountain, and the most beautiful valleys of Peru.

Amazing Tours  & Athentic  Experiences

• On tour with us, you will be  immersed in culture and  history through experiences  such as meeting local  families, learning ancient  traditions and watching  cultural shows. We also  include delicious local  meals in each region.

Best Culinary Tradition

• Peru managed to win the last 6 years as the best gastronomic destination in the world, this is because its gastronomy is one of the most sophisticated in terms of flavor and it will surely delight your palate.

The hike to Choquequirao & Inca Trail via Salkantay   is challenging, especially because of the rugged geography where the winding road crosses, uneven slopes with little oxygen from 4,600 meters above sea level down to 1,500 meters above sea level and again rising above 3,000 meters above sea level. And this adds to the distance, since the path passes through places where there is no presence of people. This walk demands a good will and important physical activity to be able to face it, you must be accustomed to daily exercises, walks, bike riding, in a nutshell this route is considered as difficult. The way to get there is walking a lot and camping, you will challenge climates from cold in the heights or walking in the intense Andean sun.

Camping Tents: 08 nights

On our trekking adventures, we use the best outdoor trekking gear. Our camping tents have the best technology to withstand the harshest climates in the Andes. They are Tents that have a capacity for three people, but are only used by 2 people. For your comfort, an inflatable mattress and additional blankets are provided to insulate you from the cold. On your  trek you will have a tent with your portable toilet, in the camps, these are always clean and you can use at any time. A dining tent offers enough space to eat together and end the evening in peace.Because it is always different to experience the true spirit of Trekking, our company maintains that idea of not using Lodges or huts as other companies do.

The best time to visit Peru is during the dry season, between May and November, when the weather is dry and bright, with more frequent rainfall occurring between November and April.