Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ...
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five days we were the only foreigners to be found. The Tierras Vivas crew had such a rapport with the locals that we got an up close look at ancient customs and traditions and even got to stay in thatched cabins on several nights. With a landscape that ranged from rain forest, to mountain peaks and glaciers we had a complete snapshot of the best Peru has to offer. If you are looking for a unique and intimate experience of the Andes, separate from the hundreds of tourist that use the Inca Trail daily, Tierras Vivas' Pachamama Ñan expedition is the one for you”. Danylo Fedoryka, Washington DC (USA) Musician - The band Scythian
Extra Adventure These trip, require to walk between 6 and more hours per day. The highs do not exceed generally 4600mt, (rarely exceeding). You will also be able to do kayaking, biking, rafting, climbing, rappelling and others. The accommodations are basic, like hotel, hostal, lodges, familiar houses, or camping and the transportartion can be by means of domestic flights, local buses, train, boat, kayak, bike, horses or on food, we recommend to be healthy.
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In the Andean region lies the legendary citadel of Choquequirao, resisting the passage of centuries in the midst of the mountains' sharp boulders and wild vegetation, which still covers almost 80 percent of its surface. Its panoramic view is simply majestic. Imposing snow-peaked mountains and hills covered with the lushest vegetation are located at over 9000 feet, under and intensely blue sky eternally dotted with white clouds, in the realm of the condor and of history. Larger than Machu Picchu, the citadel of Choquequirao represents the latest archeological destination in southeastern Peru. Located 140 km from the Inca capital of Cusco, Choquequirao is a jewel lost in the midst of time, surrounded by imposing snow peaks and deep valleys. Without doubt, an Andean experience that you will never forget!!! There is also an opportunity for horse supported trekking where two legs can be swapped for four.
According to Peruvian archeologists, this lost city was the place where the last Incas who escaped from Cusco, took refuge and resisted 40 years of Spanish invasion. After Manco Inca's defeat in Cusco, the survivors of the once powerful Inca Empire fled to Choquequirao. It was an important political and religious center, where the last descendants of the empire continued to perform its great rituals.
Itinerary
DAY 01: Arrive to Lima, transfer to hotel.
DAY 02:Fly to Cusco.
DAY 03: Sightseeing to Cusco.
DAY 04 08: Commence to trek along to the Choquequirao.
Accommodation: Hotel (07 nights), Camping (04 nights)
Entrance fee: Choquekirao and Machupicchu
Highlights: 05 Day hike with local guide, chef, horseman and horse, guided tour of Sacred Valley, guided tour of Machupicchu.
Meal: Included while on the Choquekirao hike and from second day breakfast inc.
Transport: Domestic flight, Van, Train
Not included in this trip:
Local Payment US$ 250
Pre and post tour accommodation
International flights
Domestic flights not detailed
Departure tax
Travel insurance
Tourist ticket (Sacred Valley)
Tips and extra expenses unspecified.
Transfer In - Out
Sleeping bag for the Choquekirao (can be hired locally at USD14 for 5 days)
OptionalTour
Introduction
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us, (remember we are in South America). Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit traveling, with Tierras Vivas can be unpredictable. The dossier is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.
Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned, so you may arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities are planned.
Look for a Welcome Note posted in the hotel lobby
Day 2: Cusco
Transfer to the airport of Lima to go to Cusco, reception and transfer to hotel, we recommend taking a rest to get acclimatized. Rest of day free.
Day 3: Cusco
Once we get there, we will have some free time to explore the city and get ready for our next adventure.
Day 4: Cachora (Start to the hike of Choquekirao)
Early pickup from your hotel in Cusco and transfer by private transportation to the trailhead at Cachora. It is possible to visit the hot baths at Coñoc on the road. The first couple of hours of hiking along this fascinating Inca trail will be good acclimatization. The trail follows a gradual descent of 1500 meters toward the dramatic canyon of the Apurimac-river, one of the largest tributaries of the Amazon. After lunch in Chikiska we cross the bridge and ascend through a subtropical area where you can enjoy the many different types of orchids, bromeliads and begonias. We spend the night near the colorful Andean village of Santa Rosa.
Day 5: Marampata
From the village of Santa Rosa we make an earlymorning start for Choquequirao. This is a challenging day, as we ascend to the pass the walking gets harder but the views are spectacular. We see the natural wonder of the Apurimac rivers deepest canyon and may have the chance of spotting a condor. We have lunch in Maranpata and in the afternoon descend to the enigmatic lost Inca site ofChoquequirao at 3000 meters above sea level.
Day 6: Choquekirao
After an early breakfast we spend the day exploring the mystical Inca site of Choquequirao surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery in the midst of the cloud forest. We return to our camp near the archeological site for another night and dreams inspired by Inca legends
Day 7: Chiquisca
Today we retrace our steps through the cloud forest and stop for lunch in the picturesque village of Santa Rosa. We continue our descent to the amazing canyon of the Apurimac-river and camp on its shore
Day 8: Cusco
We finish our trek with an ascent to the trailhead at Cachora; we will stop for lunch on the road and finish our trek in the afternoon. Then it's back to Cusco for a well earned rest.
Day 9: Sacred Valley
Early in the morning a bus will pick us up to go to the SacredValley of the Incas. It starts out in Pisac, a picturesque town with colonial and racially mixed features. In the archaeological centre of Pisacone finds a hill called Intihuatana with and an impressive view of the valley. We continue our trip to Ollantaytambo that was at the times of the Tahuantinsuyo a giant centre for agriculture, administration, social, religious and military activities.
Day 10: Machupicchu
In the morning we go to the train station, to take the train through the beauiful valley to the rim of the jungle, leaving us at the village of Aguas Calientes They will be waiting for us to go up to the majestic city of Machu Picchu, one of the hidden marvels of the world that is awaiting your visit. In the afternoon we take the train back to the city of Cusco.
Day 11: Cusco
Today is a realxing day, free time to explore the fascinating imperial city of the Incas, visit its market, buy souvenirs, take optional activities, and get readyfor one last night in the city
Day 12: Departure.
This trip does'nt have date to departure, the trip are every days, we need two passenger, Please for more detalles contac with us.
Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ... 
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five days we were the only foreigners to be found. The Tierras Vivas crew had such a rapport with the locals that we got an up close look at ancient customs and traditions and even got to stay in thatched cabins on several nights. With a landscape that ranged from rain forest, to mountain peaks and glaciers we had a complete snapshot of the best Peru has to offer. If you are looking for a unique and intimate experience of the Andes, separate from the hundreds of tourist that use the Inca Trail daily, Tierras Vivas' Pachamama Ñan expedition is the one for you”.
In the Andean region lies the legendary citadel of Choquequirao, resisting the passage of centuries in the midst of the mountains' sharp boulders and wild vegetation, which still covers almost 80 percent of its surface. Its panoramic view is simply majestic. Imposing snow-peaked mountains and hills covered with the lushest vegetation are located at over 9000 feet, under and intensely blue sky eternally dotted with white clouds, in the realm of the condor and of history. Larger than Machu Picchu, the citadel of Choquequirao represents the latest archeological destination in southeastern Peru. Located 140 km from the Inca capital of Cusco, Choquequirao is a jewel lost in the midst of time, surrounded by imposing snow peaks and deep valleys. Without doubt, an Andean experience that you will never forget!!! There is also an opportunity for horse supported trekking where two legs can be swapped for four.
According to Peruvian archeologists, this lost city was the place where the last Incas who escaped from Cusco, took refuge and resisted 40 years of Spanish invasion. After Manco Inca's defeat in Cusco, the survivors of the once powerful Inca Empire fled to Choquequirao. It was an important political and religious center, where the last descendants of the empire continued to perform its great rituals.
