CACHICATA TREK INFO

The quarry of Cachicata was the place of extraction of the stones that were used for the construction of Ollantaytambo and many surrounding areas. This place is 9 kilometers from the Inca town of Ollantaytambo and has three groups of quarries: Molle Pucro, Sirkusirkuyoc (it was the largest), shows evidence of having been in full operation when the Spaniards entered this area. And finally Kantirayoq or Cacchicata, where another type of extraction of minerals and precious stones was practiced.

Useful Information 

– Starting Altitude – 3350 meters / 10990 feet .
– Highest Altitude – 4500m / 14,764ft
– Walking Distance – 25 km / 15.5 miles
– Meals – 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 dinner, 2 tea times, 2 wake up tea
– Overall Difficulty – Moderate
– STARTING POINT: – Cusco at your hotel

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

 The Community of Cachiccata consists of 80 families and a total of approximately 300 people.
 The quarries of Cachiccata is one of the most important attractions, these quarries were widely exploited in the Inca period. From this mine they selected and transported the stones from the archaeological remains of Ollantaytambo. By means of own bearing and thrust techniques, the stones were transferred to this old center. On the way we can see giant semilabrated stones that were being transported. Near the quarries we can also visit some pre-Hispanic chullpas (ancient funerary tower).
 Machu Picchu is one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, Heritage of Humanity, Historical Sanctuary of Peru and probably the most important archaeological site in Latin America.
 Machu Picchu is majestic architecture comprises 140 structures throughout the citadel.
 Machu Picchu is was built by the Inca Pachacutec around the year 1460
 After being forgotten, it was only in 1911 that the American Hiram Bingham reached Machu Picchu on an expedition and spread the site worldwide.

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CHOQUEQUIRAO TO MACHU PICCHU

This is an awesome climb through the Andes of Peru. You can visit the compositional complex of Choquequirao, which is arranged in Vilcabamba at 3100 meters, and is viewed as the last Inka shelter and place of opposition from the trespassers. While doing this trek you will appreciate climbing in wonderful view, you’ll see the noteworthy Apurimac Canyon, you’ll see greenery and natural life in the way. This course offers a strenuous however imposing voyage because of the different existing biological systems until the point when you reach Machu Picchu.

Helpful Information

• – Starting Altitude – 2900m/9515ft.
• – Highest Altitude – 4840m/15,879ft.
• – Walking Distance – 100km/62 miles
• – Longest Day – Days 1 and 6, roughly 18km/11.2 miles
• – Overall Difficulty – Difficult
• – Aclimatization is very Recommended.

Critical: Campsites may fluctuate contingent upon booking time, climate conditions or on confinements embraced for security reasons by the Peruvian Goverment. Critical INFORMATION:

Due to its height, Choquequirao has a calm atmosphere. Notwithstanding, it ought to be noticed that the way to Choquequirao is warm a direct result of the Apurimac ravine.

Choquequirao was probably utilized as a control site to guarantee access to territories of Vilcabamba, interfacing the wilderness with other significant focuses like Pisac and Machu Picchu. The archeological stays of Choquequirao are included structures and patios on various dimensions, in which their porches emerge because of 22 carvings on stone with figures known as “Llamas del Sol” orchestrated in 15 stages towards the frigid Qori Hauyrachina. Choquequirao highlights an extensive arrangement of stages/patios.

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CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK ROUTE

Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Chiquiska.

we will get you at your inn in a private transport. We begin from Cusco, at that point we go to the town of Cachora (3100 masl), here we discover the bearers and care staff, in Cachora we’ll begin our stroll, following 2 hours of strolling we reach Capuliyoc (2915 m) from that point we’ll have a delightful perspective of the cold pinnacles Padrayoc, Wayna Cachora and the Apurimac valley. At that point we’ll plunge toward Coca Masana (2330m) where the atmosphere winds up hotter and the greenery start to change. At long last we will achieve our first camp at the Chiquiska desert spring (1950 meters/6000 feet).

Day 2: Chiquiska – Choquequirao.

This day is the hardest of the five days, we will get up ahead of schedule. After breakfast, we will proceed with our plummet to Playa Rosalinda, where we will cross the Apurimac River (1495 meters/5000 feet). From here we will begin our trek by a precarious street for around 5 hours until the point that we reach Raqaypata where we will eat. All through the walk we will watch numerous orchids and wild blooms, numerous flying creatures. From Raqaypata we’ll stroll for around two hours to the archeological site of Choquequirao and there we will watch the dusk and the trip of the condor. Our campground will be introduced outside the remains.

Day 3: Choquequirao

We devote this day to investigate the vestiges of Choquequirao. Our guide will clarify the history and significance of this archeological complex. You will at that point have available time to visit diverse territories of the archeological complex. Much work has been done as of late to uncover, clear and reestablish the site. After lunch, the individuals who can visit the Cascade House(restored structures and porches around 300 meters (1000 feet) beneath the principle structures of Choquequirao). Afterward, our night supper will comprise of a run of the mill Peruvian “pachamanca” (conventional Andean fixings cooked in the earth). Volunteers to help with the planning will be welcome! From the most noteworthy purpose of the archeological site (the “usno”, or formal stage) there are fine perspectives of the Apurimac canyonfar underneath, and on the off chance that we are blessed we may even observe an extraordinary Andean condor take off above us.

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CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK ITINERARY

Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Capuliyoc – Santa Rosa.

At 5:00 am we will get you at your inn in a private transport. We leave Cusco towards the town of Cachora (3100 masl), From this town we will proceed on our vehicle until the point that we achieve the point called Capuliyoc 2900 masl. Here we will meet with our horseman (jackass drivers), starting here we will have an all encompassing perspective of the valley of Apurimac, at that point we’ll plunge valuing the excellent scene of warm climate, here is the main view to the Choquequirao complex, we beginning with courteous fellow downhill by snake trail over the Apurimac gully for 4 hours, crossing the little villa and cabin called Cocamasana and Chiquisca on the lower some portion of the valley, the atmosphere is warm and bright on the dry season is dusty, we will eat before the begin the climb towards Santa Rosa village, lunch spot called Playa Rosalinda 1500 masl, after snooze the rising is around 2 hours till Sta Rosa 2100 masl. The a respectable starting point camp.

– Meals: Lunch, Dinner

– Acomodación: Camp, Santa Rosa 2100 msnm

– Climate : warm and radiant

– Distance Traveled: Approximately 12km

– Hiking time : 6 hour

Day 2: Santa Rosa – Marampata – Choquequirao.

After breakfast, we will proceed with our climb up to Marampata 2850 m.a.s.l. for around 3 hours moderate pace. Amid our voyage we will watch the thick vegetation in the region. At that point we will touch base to Maranpata alongside the Chunchumayo to invigorating and short rest. where we will eat and recover vitality which will enable us to achieve the summit of Choquequirao (3650 m.s.n.m). Here we will rest for the night ideally seeing a lovely dusk from our agreeable tents.

– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

– Acomodación: Camp, Choquekiraw 3000 msnm

– Climate : warm and blustery

– Distance Traveled: Approximately 8km

– Hiking time : 5 hour

Day 3: Choquequirao – Marampata – Chiquisca.

After breakfast we go to Choquequirao to see the dawn, visit the stronghold for three hours constantly joined by our guide who will clarify about this essential design Inca landmark and the significance of the Apurimac and Rio Blanco streams from Choquequirao we can appreciate the perspective of the Cordillera Vilcabamba, after the guided visit the arrival to Sunchupata starts. Here we’ll eat and a short time later slide to Santa Rosa and pursue the way to the shoreline Rosalina, at that point we go to the town of Chiquisqa, in this place we’ll eat and camp.

– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

– Acomodación: Camp, Chiquiska 1950msnm.

– Climate : warm and bright

– Distance Traveled: Approximately 13km

– Hiking time : 7 hour

Day 4: Chiquisqa – Capuliyoc – Cusco.

After breakfast, we’ll return by a similar way until the point that the Capuliyoc Pass and from here are two additional hours to the town of Cachora. At that point we get the transport that will take us back to Cusco.

– Meals: Breakfast

– Climate : warm and radiant

– Distance Traveled: Approximately 9km

– Hiking time : 5 hour

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CACHICATA TREK 4 DAYS

The Community of Cachiccata trek consists of 80 families and a total of approximately 300 people.The quarries of Cachiccata is one of the most important attractions, these quarries were widely exploited in the Inca period. From this mine they selected and transported the stones from the archaeological remains of Ollantaytambo. By means of own bearing and thrust techniques, the stones were transferred to this old center. On the way we can see giant semilabrated stones that were being transported. Near the quarries we can also visit some pre-Hispanic chullpas (ancient funerary tower).

Machu Picchu is one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, Heritage of Humanity, Historical Sanctuary of Peru and probably the most important archaeological site in Latin America.

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Cachicata Trek

The Inca Quarry trek Classic 4 Days is a best option for anyone looking interested in seeing Inca ruins as well as the natural beauty in of the Sacred Valley of the Inkas. you'll hike valleys, waterfalls, see Inca ruins, and camp in the great outdoors. You will get a chance to view the snow-capped mountains that are considered sacred to the locals. At the end of the trek, you will visit one of the most spectacular sites in the world the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Y

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INCA JUNGLE IMPERIAL

Brief Itinerary

- DAY 1: CUSCO – ABRA MALAGA - SANTA MARIA (BIKING)
- DAY 2: SANTA MARIA – SANTA TERESA (TREKKING)
- DAY 3: SANTA TERESA - AGUAS CALIENTES (TREKKING)
- DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

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