CHOQUEQUIRAO TREKS

Choquequirao Trek is one of the most extraordinary trekking experiences in Peru and the ultimate alternative for travelers who want to go beyond Machu Picchu. Located high above the Apurímac Canyon, Choquequirao is a vast Inca citadel that rivals Machu Picchu in size, history, and architectural importance — yet remains remote, quiet, and rarely visited.

Starting from Cusco, the Choquequirao Trek takes you deep into the Andes through dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient stone paths, and some of the deepest canyons in South America. This is not a tourist walk — it is a true expedition into living history, where every step brings you closer to one of the most mysterious Inca cities ever discovered.

Unlike Machu Picchu, which receives thousands of visitors per day, Choquequirao remains almost untouched. Trekking here feels like discovering a lost world, where terraces, temples, and ceremonial platforms rise from the jungle-covered mountainside.

Choquequirao – The Hidden Inca City

Choquequirao, meaning “Cradle of Gold” in Quechua, was one of the most important political and spiritual centers of the late Inca Empire. Built on a high ridge overlooking the Apurímac River, it served as a refuge for the Incas after the Spanish invasion and played a key role in the final resistance of the empire.

Today, only a portion of the city has been excavated, making every visit feel like stepping into an ongoing archaeological discovery.