🏃‍♂️ Choquequirao Express: A 2-Day Trail Running Adventure to the Lost Incan City

Discover Peru’s Hidden Gem on the Run

If you’ve already hiked Machu Picchu or are looking for a more remote, rugged, and rewarding challenge, the Choquequirao Express might be your perfect adventure. Designed for runners or fast hikers, this 2-day experience blends physical challenge with cultural immersion—without the crowds.

Choquequirao (pronounced Cho-kay-key-row) is often called the “sister city” of Machu Picchu, but it’s larger, more mysterious, and dramatically less visited. Reaching it by foot is no small feat, but that’s exactly what makes it so rewarding.

Why Choquequirao?

✅ Remote and uncrowded

✅ Deep canyon views and lush cloud forests

✅ Authentic Inca ruins only accessible on foot

✅ Lower altitude than most treks—great for acclimatization

✅ Connects fitness, nature, and history in one epic journey

The Route

This express version condenses the classic 4-day trek into a 2-day out-and-back adventure. You’ll cover about 21 km each day along well-maintained trails, with plenty of time to pace yourself, pause for photos, and appreciate the environment.

Day 1:

• Transfer from Cusco to the Capuliyoc trailhead

• Descend into the Apurímac Canyon with incredible views

• Cross the river and ascend to the welcoming village of Marampata

• Overnight in a comfortable local homestay, meals included

Day 2:

• Morning trek/run to the spectacular Choquequirao ruins

• Free time to explore temples, terraces, and ancient plazas

• Return along the same scenic route to Capuliyoc

• Private transport back to Cusco

• Optional recovery session in our hyperbaric chamber upon return

Details

📍 Distance: ~42 km round-trip

⏱️ Duration: 2 days / 1 night

🥾 Difficulty: Moderate (mostly due to trail gradients and distance)

🌄 Altitude: Lower than most treks — max ~3,050m (ideal for acclimatization)

🏡 Includes: Guide, round-trip transport, homestay, meals, entrance ticket, and one free hyperbaric chamber session

Who Is This For?

Whether you’re a trail runner, a fit hiker, or simply someone looking for an unforgettable off-the-beaten-path experience, this trip is for you. We keep the pace flexible: you can jog, power hike, or take it slow—the point is to move light, connect deeply, and experience something few others do.

Ready to Run to the Lost City?

If you’re craving solitude, epic views, and a powerful Inca site untouched by mass tourism, the Choquequirao Express might just be your new favorite route.

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