Choquequirao Trek 4 Days by Lodge + Sayhuite
Proper beds each night on the way to Choquequirao, plus a stop at the Sayhuite Monolith.
The Choquequirao Trek 4 Days by Lodge is the ONE tour that solves this — the ONLY Kondor Path combo delivering a FULL DAY Choquequirao guided tour on Day 3 + Sayhuite Monolith bonus on Day 1 WITHOUT Machu Picchu or Rainbow Mountain bundles.
Five reasons discerning Choquequirao enthusiasts choose this specific 4-day trek:
1. FULL DAY Choquequirao Day 3 — CHEAPEST option in catalog. No other Choquequirao-only combo offers 4-5 hours archaeological immersion at this price. $348 vs $875 for 8-Day DEEPEST = $527 savings for those wanting Choquequirao FULL DAY without MP/Rainbow additions.
2. Sayhuite Monolith bonus Day 1 — UNIQUE in cluster. No other Kondor Path Choquequirao combo includes Sayhuite Monolith (pre-Inca ceremonial site with sacred stone carvings representing Inca cosmology). 30-minute guided visit en route Cusco → Capuliyoc adds historical depth to the adventure.
3. Balanced 4-day pace — comfortable + immersive. Unlike the fast-paced 3-Day PURIST (rushed, 6-8h daily) or extended 6-9 Day combos (excessive for Choquequirao-only interest), this 4-day format delivers balanced comfortable pace — Day 3 completely dedicated to Choquequirao exploration from Marampata base.
4. 3 LODGE nights with hot showers + soap + towels. Unlike traditional camping Choquequirao treks, this combo delivers 3 basic lodge nights included (Chiquisca Day 1 + Marampata Day 2 + Marampata Day 3) — private beds + pillows + hot or lukewarm showers with clean towels + soap at all lodges. Adventure with essential comfort.
5. Optional Llamas sector OR Choquequirao waterfalls extension Day 3. Weather permitting, extend your Choquequirao exploration with either the famous white-stone llama terraces (Choquequirao’s iconic UNIQUE feature) or the Choquequirao waterfalls (a natural extension) — flexibility not available in the shorter 3-Day option.
| ⏱️ Duration | 4 days / 3 nights |
| 🎯 Category | COMFORTABLE + FULL DAY + SAYHUITE + LODGE |
| 📅 Day 1 | Cusco → Sayhuite → Capuliyoc → Chiquisca Lodge |
| 📅 Day 2 | Chiquisca → Playa Rosalina → Marampata Lodge |
| 📅 Day 3 ⭐ | FULL DAY Choquequirao guided tour (4-5h) |
| 📅 Day 4 | Marampata → Chiquisca → Capuliyoc → Cusco |
| 🕐 Day 1 pickup | 05:00 AM Cusco hotel |
| 🕐 Day 2 start | 05:30 AM Chiquisca |
| 🕐 Day 3 start | 08:30 AM Marampata |
| 🕐 Day 4 start | 04:30 AM Marampata |
| 📍 Pickup location | Cusco hotels ONLY (NOT airport) |
| 🏛️ Sayhuite Monolith Day 1 | 30-min guided visit ⭐ |
| 🏛️ Choquequirao Day 3 | FULL DAY 4-5h guided tour |
| 🏛️ Optional extensions Day 3 | Llamas sector OR Choquequirao waterfalls |
| ⛰️ Max altitude | Choquequirao 3,064m Day 3 |
| ⛰️ Lowest elevation | Playa Rosalina 1,500m |
| 🌊 Apurímac crossings | 2 (Days 2 + 4 — Playa Rosalina bridge) |
| 🥾 Total distance | ~39 km |
| 🎫 Sayhuite entrance | INCLUDED |
| 🎫 Choquequirao entrance | INCLUDED (60 soles) |
| 🏠 Lodges included | 3 nights (Chiquisca + Marampata × 2) |
| 🚿 Hot showers + towels + soap | All lodges |
| 🍽️ Meals included | 10 (3B + 2L + 3D + 2BL) |
| 🎯 Format | PRIVATE TOUR |
| 👥 Group size | 1-10 travelers (+10 contact) |
| 🎓 Minimum age | 14 years with a guardian |
| 📅 Operating | March 1 to January 31 — Daily |
| 🚫 CLOSED | February |
| 💪 Difficulty | Demanding (experienced hikers) |
| 💲 From | $348 USD per person (group of 10) |
Here’s what makes the Choquequirao Trek 4 Days by Lodge + Sayhuite worth 4 days. – SAYHUITE Monolith Day 1 ⭐ UNIQUE catalog. – FULL DAY Choquequirao Day 3 (4- 5 h guided tour). – CHEAPEST FULL DAY Choquequirao combo — $348. – Balanced 4-day pace — comfortable, not rushed. This is the heart of the Choquequirao Trek 4 Days by Lodge + Sayhuite experience.
The Choquequirao Trek 4 Days by Lodge is the CHEAPEST FULL DAY Choquequirao option in the Kondor Path catalog — the ONLY combo delivering a FULL DAY Choquequirao guided tour on Day 3 + the Sayhuite Monolith bonus on Day 1 WITHOUT Machu Picchu or Rainbow Mountain bundles.
This IS the tour for:
Choquequirao (“Cradle of Gold” in Quechua) is one of Peru’s most spectacular archaeological sites:
Why FULL DAY vs 2-hour rushed visits:
Sayhuite Monolith — pre-Inca ceremonial site en route Cusco → Capuliyoc:
This lodge-based version of the 4-day Choquequirao trek swaps tent camping for proper beds each night, while still covering the same iconic route — the Sayhuite Monolith, the descent into the Apurímac Canyon, and a full day dedicated entirely to exploring the Choquequirao ruins from a base camp at Marampata.
As with the camping version, Choquequirao’s ruins at 3,064 m represent the trek’s highest point, with the canyon’s dramatic elevation changes posing the real physical test rather than thin air at altitude. Having a full, dedicated day at Marampata for the ruins tour — rather than combining arrival and exploration into a single day — gives trekkers a genuine rest day at that elevation before the return descent and climb back to Capuliyoc.
BRIEFING: 6:30 PM at hotel reception the day before departure.
Early start for Day 1 with Sayhuite bonus stop.
Pre-tour preparation (night before):
Scenic drive southeast of Cusco toward Apurímac region.
UNIQUE archaeological bonus — pre-Inca ceremonial site.
Sayhuite highlights:
Photography opportunity: unique carved monolith.
Continue drive to Capuliyoc mirador 2,956m.
Breakfast stop en route: local restaurant (NOT included).
Steep switchback descent through cactus forest to Chiquisca 1,898m.
Views:
Chiquisca basic lodge included:
Home-cooked Peruvian meal.
Overnight: Chiquisca basic lodge included.
Total Day 1: 8 km / 3.5h hiking + Sayhuite Monolith visit + Chiquisca lodge.
1BL, 1D
Intense
10km (6.2 miles)
3-4 Hrs.
Capuliyoc: 2,956m (9,698 ft)
Chiquisca: 1,898m (6,227 ft)
Early start to avoid canyon heat.
Steep switchback descent through cactus forest.
Spectacular canyon experience — Apurímac River crossing at 1,500m (lowest elevation of tour).
Photography stop: bridge + canyon walls.
Steep ascent through cloud forest.
Landscape:
Home-cooked Peruvian meal.
Marampata basic lodge included:
Marampata sunset: spectacular Andes panorama.
If the sky is clear at night: shooting stars + Inca constellation with Milky Way.
Overnight: Marampata basic lodge included.
Total Day 2: 8 km / 6-7h hiking + Playa Rosalina crossing + Marampata lodge.
1B, 1L, 1D.
Challenging
08 km (4.9 miles)
6-7 Hrs.
Capuliyoc: 2,956m (9,698 ft)
Playa Rosalina: 1,500m (4,921 ft)
Marampata 2,850m (9,350 ft)
Peak archaeological day — FULL DAY Choquequirao immersion.
Marampata lodge provides box lunch for Choquequirao day.
Cloud forest ascent to Choquequirao archaeological complex.
Peak archaeological moment Day 3 — Choquequirao “Cradle of Gold”.
Complete guided exploration:
Main sectors:
Cultural context throughout:
Provided by Marampata Lodge — panoramic views + Peruvian meal.
Weather + energy permitting, choose ONE:
Option A: Llamas Sector (recommended)
Option B: Choquequirao Waterfalls
Note: extensions extend Day 3 total time (arrival Marampata later).
Descent back to Marampata lodge.
Heads up: pack a headlamp, since the return leg can run into darkness.
Rest + hot shower + relaxation.
Community farewell dinner — Peruvian traditional meal.
Overnight: Marampata basic lodge included (Night 2).
Total Day 3: 7 km / 3-4h hiking + FULL DAY Choquequirao guided tour + optional extension.
1B, 1L, 1D.
Moderate
7km (4.3 miles)
3 Hrs.
Marampata: 2,910m (9,547 ft)
Marampata: 2,910m (9,547 ft)
Choquequirao Ruin: 3,064m (10,052 ft)
Longest and most demanding day — early start critical.
Very early start with headlamp — flashlights + calibrated walking sticks.
Steep descent through cloud forest to Apurímac River banks.
Cross Apurímac River + steep ascent to Chiquisca 1,898m.
Local breakfast — recharge for final ascent.
Steepest section — final push up Apurímac Canyon to Capuliyoc 2,956m.
Note: hardest part of entire tour — save energy.
Final photography stop: farewell views of Apurímac Canyon.
Thank the Andes for the incredible adventure.
Return via Abancay to Cusco.
End of COMFORTABLE 4-Day Choquequirao Lodge Adventure.
Total Day 4: 16 km / 8-9h hiking + van return.
1B, 1BL.
Challenging
16km (9.9 miles)
7-8 Hrs.
Marampata: 2,910m (9,547 ft)
Playa Rosalina: 1,500m (4,921 ft)
Capuliyoc: 2,956m (9,698 ft)
Transport
Accommodation (3 nights included)
Guides
Entrance Fees — All Included
Meals — 10 Included
Vegetarian + vegan options available (48h advance notice).
Safety
Other
Meals NOT included:
Other:
Cargo horse + muleteer (+$140-150 for 4 days):
WIFI at lodges (~S/10/hour):
Single room supplement:
Sleeping bag rental (Cusco): ~$5-10/day
Essentials:
⚠️ Non-recyclable plastics FORBIDDEN in Choquequirao archaeological area.
Choquequirao 4-Day is DEMANDING — experienced hikers only:
Physical preparation (2-3 months before):
Altitude preparation:
Day 4 endurance warning:
Note: page states Choquequirao has “higher demand than the Inca Trail or Salkantay”. Prepare accordingly.
Not suitable for: sedentary travelers, beginners, mobility-limited travelers, altitude-sensitive travelers, family with children under 14.
Two UNIQUE features in the Kondor Path catalog:
🏛️ FULL DAY Choquequirao Day 3 — 4- 5-hour guided tour (vs 2h in 3-Day PURIST)
Cluster comparison:
Lodge](https://www.kondorpathtours.com/choquequirao-trek/choquequirao-trek-by-lodge-6-days/) ($779): adds MP + Oroya
Choose this 4-Day if: want FULL DAY Choquequirao + Sayhuite + comfortable pace WITHOUT MP/Rainbow. Choose 6-9 Day combos if: want MP + Rainbow + more comprehensive experience.
Total: ~39 km / 4 days:
Note: distances can extend on Day 3 if visiting optional Llamas sector or Choquequirao waterfalls.
Sayhuite — pre-Inca ceremonial site en route Cusco → Capuliyoc:
cluster** — only 4-Day includes this bonus
Provides pre-Inca to Inca archaeological context before Choquequirao.
Physical demand extreme:
Alternative for younger travelers:
3 nights included:
Both lodges:
4-5 hours guided exploration from Marampata base:
Main sectors explored:
Optional Day 3 extensions (weather + energy permitting):
Advantage vs 3-Day 2-hour rushed visit:
Choquequirao entrance fee:
ALL included in tour price — no additional payment needed.
Sayhuite Monolith entrance: also included.
Low-moderate risk on this tour:
Recommendations:
Note: Choquequirao has warm-temperate climate + moderate altitude = altitude sickness (“Soroche”) unlikely.
If symptoms appear, coca leaf tea helps.
Yes — optional (extra cost):
Recommendation: cargo horse strongly recommended if carrying heavy equipment.
Perfect fit for this 4-Day tour! — you’ll appreciate:
visitors vs MP’s 4,500)
No — 05:00 AM Day 1 pickup requires Cusco hotel base + acclimatization time.
Recommended: fly to Cusco 2-3 days before tour for altitude acclimatization + rest.
Temperate-warm climate (Apurímac Canyon):
Clothing strategy:
Travel insurance STRONGLY recommended through World Nomads.
Yes — PRIVATE tour format:
Advanced customizations: contact at booking.
No — March-January daily, CLOSED February.
The driest, most reliable window is May through September. April and October-November bring fewer crowds but a slightly higher chance of rain. March, December, and January carry the highest rain risk, which directly affects trail conditions on this route.
February remains closed, matching the policy across Kondor Path’s entire Choquequirao cluster for trail safety.
| Persons | Price (p/p) | |
| 1 | $ 1 420.00 USD | |
| 2 | $ 839.00 USD | |
| 3 | $ 640.00 USD | |
| 4 | $ 535.00 USD | |
| 5 | $ 475.00 USD | |
| 6 | $ 433.00 USD | |
| 7 | $ 402.00 USD | |
| 8 | $ 379.00 USD | |
| 9 | $ 362.00 USD | |
| 10 | $ 348.00 USD |
