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 Combo Expedition Choquekirao & Machupicchu
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Overview
Give yourself a splurge of Andean and natural history and visit the best two archeological Inca sites near Cusco !!! The Combo Expedition will take you to the Citadel of Choquequirao, the latest archeological destination in southeastern Peru, and to the world famous Inca Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. We propose you a 9-days expedition in the midst of time, vegetation, imposing snow-peaks and deep valleys.
Also, you will have the opportunity to experience remote native communities before reaching the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Bring your photographic equipment along, as this journey is the most picturesque trip offered in the Cusco area. The trip is supported with horses for your convenience and we provide you with top quality camping equipment and a very balanced and energetic diet. Hungry for an unforgettable adventure the Combo Expedition will go beyond your dreams!!!!!
Included Highlights:
What is included in this trip?
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Early morning transfer by private tourism bus to Tarawasi (headtrail).
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Accommodation: Camping (08 nights).
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Local guide throughout to 7 days hike, Choquekirao and Machupicchu.
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Entrance fee to Choquekirao and Machupicchu.
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Meals: 07 Breakfast, 07 Lunches, 07 Dinners and 07 afternoon hot drinks.
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Horses for carry back packers and all heavy gear and muleteer.
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One cook.
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Camping equipment: Double tent, sleeping roll mat.
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Communal dinner tent, cooking tent and toilet tent.
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All eating and cooking stuff, stools and tables.Sleeping bag (-5 grades).
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Return ticket by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
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Tourism bus Ollantaytambo - Cusco.
Not included in this trip:
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First breakfast and last lunch.
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Bus up and down to Machupicchu USD 16.
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International and Domcestic flights.
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Departure tax.
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Travel insurance.
Meals budget: Allow USD 20-40 for meals not included
Responsible People:
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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 Please contact us for more information if needed. |
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Day 1: Cusco-Cachora- Playa Rosalinas. Descent to Apurimac River. Early departure from Cusco and transfer by private transportation to the starting point of our journey located at Cachora. |
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Day 2: Playa Rosalinas- Maranpata.-Choquequirao. After a consistent breakfast, we start a gradual ascend to Marampata , and the trail gets harder but the views are spectacular. We see the natural wonders of the Apurimac river deepest canyon and of the most tributaries of the Amazon river and may have the chance of spotting a condor. We have lunch at Marampata. Early afternoon we arrive at the Enigmatic and Mystical lost inca site of Choquequirao (3000 metres), time to visit and explore Choquequirao considered bigger in extension than the sanctuary of Machupicchu surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery in the midst of the cloud forest. |
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Day 3: Choquequirao-Maizal. After breakfast we will hike up a short ascent to Choquequirao pass (3300 mt) then before descending to our lunch place in Rio Blanco (1909 mt), we stop in Pinchiunuyoc where we can appreciate the Inca farming terraces, part of them still covered by the cloud forest vegetation, water fountains, on the way down to the lunch place the landscape changes gradually into a dry Andean forest then after lunch we hike up for three hours to Maizal (3000mt) where we set up our campsite. |
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Day 4: Maizal-Minas Victoria- Yanama. From Maizal camp site, we make an early morning start up to Victoria pass (4200 mt), from where we can have a breathtaking view of the snow peaked mountains of Humantay (5700 mt) and Salkantay (6271 mt), considered by the local natives to be the "Guardian spirit of the jungle". Half way going to the top, we start stepping over the original inca trail still such incredible well preserved. Continuing our hike along the way we appreciate several abandoned quarries of silver and lead mines in ancient times. And finally we descend to our campsite at Yanama (3800 mt). |
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Day 5: Yanama-Totora. We will hike right up to the last highest passes of the journey Yanama Pass (4668 mt), this is a challenging day, as we ascend to the pass the walking gets harder but the views get spectacular, from where we can have a stunning view of the snow-peaked mountains of Sacrachayoc, and Padreyoc surrounding us and we might be able to view the majestic condors flying above the cliffs and passing by waterfalls on both sides of the valley and lush greenery where you can refresh yourself. When getting to the pass we will observe a pile of stones which are added to thank the apus (mountainspirits) for a safe trip and good luck. Campsite at totora. |
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Day 6: Totora-Wiñaypoco. After a gradual descent into the rain forest, where the vegetation change very quickly. Just in time arriving at Collpapampa our body will appreciate the beneficial natural hot springs, afterwards we continue to our campsite at Wiñaypoco. |
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Day 7: Wiñaypoco- Lucmabamba. After a healthy breakfast, the trail continues down the valley into the forest, from increasingly tall trees, and groves of bamboos, providing some birdwatching opportunities. You will be going across some amazing untouched path where strawberries grow at your feet and passion fruit are above your head in décor of begonias and purple orchids! After 2 hours and a half we will arrive to a tiny place called la playa where we wil enjoy a small break enjoying fresh fruits. We set up our camp site on a school field in Lucmabamba. This is an easy hiking day where we will enjoy the lush vegetation of the cloud forest and its many species of Orchids. Also we will get familiar with the various crops produced in the area such as: coffee, coca leaves, exotic fruits, etc. Campsite at Lucmabamba. |
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Day 8: Lucmabamba-Hydroelectric-Puente Ruinas. We wake up early this day to start a nice walk up hill, which will give us some amazing views on the valley After 3hours, we will enjoy a break at llactapata overlooking one of the main highlights in South America Machupicchu. It is a magical view given to us that most of tourist will never see! A 3 hour going down the path easily leads the hikers to the bamboos groves and into a forest of increasingly thick vegetation and tall trees. Some excellent birdwatching opportunities! Reachjng the hydroelectric townwe follow the trail tracks heading up the Urubamba valley to our last camp site Puentes Ruinas (Aguas Calientes). |
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Day 9: Machupicchu - Cusco After an early morning breakfast we will take a bus right up to Machupicchu sanctuary and enter early for the best photos opportunities and then spend the rest of the morning visiting and exploring the ruins. Before leaving, let us take the time to climb up to Huaynapicchu (45minutes before heading down to aguas calientes to aboard the train back to Cusco. |
Dossier
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Important Notes: 1) Shorter/longer stays, hotel upgrades and extra trips all possible. 2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa, also all countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
Accommodation: Camping, Hostal Basic Camping Equipment (Included in this trip):
Arrival Complications:
We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you can not commence your trip as scheduled, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader/local operator or to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader/local operator, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our local operatos/representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point Hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs. Local Emergency Contact If you need emergency assistance, you can contact us locally at the following phone numbers: Cell: 00 51 084 984 948 212 Phone: 00
Checklist of what to take: * Passport (with photocopies) * Travel insurance (with photocopies) * Extra Money (emergency) * Camera and film * Binoculars * Cover for backpacks * Fair sized daypack * Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably water proof) * Strong plastic bags to help keep gear dry * Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen) * Fleece top * Windproof/waterproof jacket * Shirts/t-shirts * Sun hat * Shorts * Long trousers * Hiking pants/track pants * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes * Sport sandals * Sun block * Insect repellant
* Sunglasses * Toiletries (biodegradable) * Watch or alarm clock * Water bottle * Pocket knife * Small flashlight * First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, and extra prescription drugs you may be taking). Single Supplement:
IF YOU ARE TRAVELING ALONE AND WOULD PREFER TO SHARE A TENT, WE WILL PAIR YOU WITH ANOTHER TREKKER ONF THE SAME GENDER. IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOU OWN TENT THEN THERE WILL BE A SURCHERGE USD 30
Climate:
The highland region of Cusco has well defined winter and summer seasons. Winter day (June-August) are very sunny and warm, but the temperature drops to near freezing at night. Rainy season is from January to Mach. It is advised that even in the dry season all belongings should be packed in plastic bags.
All people who undertake the trail must be in a fit physical condition, althought the distances are not great the altitude and the cold nights make this a hard trek.
Therefore if you are ill or have been ill in the past few days you SHOULD NOT undertake the trail
Meal Budget: Daily allowance USD25 for meals not included. For additional expenses, please contact our sales department for more information sales@tierrasvivas.com Emergency Fund:
Please, make sure you have access to at least an additional USD200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) need a change to our planned tour. This is a rare occurrence! But you never know… Optional activities: Cusco City Tour USD10
Valle Sagrado USD 30
Valle Sur USD 75
Horse back riding USD 30
Maras & Moray USD75
Rafting USD 40 All prices are in USD. A Couple of Rules: Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts you at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Tierras Vivas travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The explotation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operators has the right to expel any member of the group/tour if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a trip with us, you will not be permitted to join the tour until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader or local operator, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number. Tierras Vivas is a Travel Assurance provider, and in case you are interested in get our proposal, please contact us to the following email: Responsible Travel: Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveller and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts. Keeping in Touch: If you need to be contacted while travelling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Ciber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travellers to stay in touch. If someone wishes to contact you in an emergency while you are on one of our trips we recommend that they contact your local booking agent, or refer to our Emergency Contact. AVAILABILITY & PRICES Departures guarante all year round. Please contact us for more information:info@tierrasvivas.com
Cost per pax USD 540 + Local Payment no requirement *Rates can be modified without notice and upon availability at the moment of the booking* |