The Choquequirao trek to the lost city of the Apurímac canyon — three editorial routes (5, 4 and 3 days) along the ancient stone pathways of the Inca’s last refuge.
For every thousand pilgrims who reach Machu Picchu, fewer than ten ever set foot in Choquequirao. The Choquequirao trek is long, the descent unforgiving, and the citadel hides high above the roaring Apurímac river. This is precisely why it remains — quiet, vast, and almost yours alone.
We are an editorial-style Choquequirao trekking company, part of InfoCusco — a tour operator with more than two decades guiding hikers through the Andes. Our trek routes follow the same ancestral paths as our siblings at Choquequirao Trek, but our tone, pace, and storytelling are our own.
Each Choquequirao trek route follows the same destination — only the rhythm and the silence between footfalls change.
The classic Choquequirao trek. Four nights camping beneath the stars, ample time at the citadel, two unhurried days to descend. The most contemplative way to walk the route.
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A balanced Choquequirao trekking rhythm. Three nights along the Apurímac, a full day at the archaeological site, and a steady return through the warm canyons.
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For the audacious. A demanding pace, an extra horse strongly suggested for the climbs. Reserved for private parties — from one wanderer onward, no minimum required.
Discover this route →“Choquequirao is not a destination — it is a quiet reckoning between the traveler and the mountain.”
— from our JournalEvery Choquequirao trek is led by a senior Andean guide with deep familiarity of the trail, the weather, and the stories woven into the stones.
Operating the Choquequirao trek since 2001 under the InfoCusco brand, with thousands of safely guided hikers.
Maximum 16 hikers per group Choquequirao trek. For private routes, from one person onward, no minimum required.
DIRCETUR-licensed tour operator, registered with the Peruvian authorities. CALTUR quality recognition.
Both are wondrous. Few people see them both.
A future Choquequirao full day tour by cable car (teleférico) from Kiuñalla — reaching the lost city in a single day. The cable car is in pre-construction; we will offer this tour from USD 99 as soon as it begins operating. For now, the Choquequirao trek (5, 4 or 3 days) is the only way to walk to the citadel.
Our calendar of confirmed group Choquequirao trek departures, updated in real time. Private treks can begin on any day of the year.
Tell us when you wish to walk the trek, who walks with you, and what you hope to find. We will reply, slowly and thoroughly, within twelve hours.