4 day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

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We booked this tour after learning that Inca trail passes were sold out for our dates. However I don't regret a bit of choosing this tour as we experienced a real beauty of Peru far from the touristy paths. Our guide Wilfredo was amazing. He shared with us a lot of interesting facts about Inca's people and their culture. The hike was quite challenging for me personally but with his help and support I got through it with the minimal discomfort. I highly recommend bringing rainproof jackets or ponchos on the trip regardless of how nice the weather seems to be. We got tricked by the sunny morning and were soaked in the afternoon. Also it gets very very cold in the mountains at night. Please layer up and have pair of gloves on you. SPF is a must thing to use even on a cloudy day. My nose got burned from the cold wind and a sun and starting peeling. Bring coca candies or leaves with you. Helps a lot with the altitude sickness. Overall me and my friend were very happy with the trip!

Elena Akulova | Traveled in April

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4 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

10 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

4780mHighest point reached

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Cusco, Peru

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Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city

Small group ensures personal service

Informative, friendly and professional guide

Multi-Day Trip

Itinerary

The 4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu offers a rewarding blend of breathtaking Andean scenery, living culture, and archaeological intrigue. Starting near Cusco, this guided moderate trekking tour takes you through remote villages, where traditional weaving and farming practices are still alive, and ancient stone houses dot the landscape. You'll interact with local communities and traverse highland trails framed by dramatic mountains. After reaching Ollantaytambo, board a train through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, preparing for the final ascent to Machu Picchu—South America's most iconic archaeological site. Perfect for young adults and experienced trekkers, this trip's unique appeal lies in its authentic cultural immersion alongside the classic trek, providing a deeply personal connection to Peru’s heritage and landscapes.

day 1Trek from Cusco - Quisuarani - Cuncani

We leave early from Cusco for the three and a half hour drive to the community of Quisuarani. We climb for 2 hours to Queuñacocha Lake where we have lunch. A further hour gets us to the Huchuyccasa pass at 4,458 m with spectacular views of the emerald lakes below us. We descend for two hours to our camp in the village of Cuncani where we will have a chance to visit some of the traditional stone and thatch houses inhabited by the people.
Total distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)
Estimated walking time: 5 hours
Maximum altitude: 4,458 m (13,770 ft)
Campsite altitude: 3,800 m (11,480 ft)

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

day 2Trek from Cuncani to Ipsaycocha

day 3Trek from Ipsayqocha - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

day 4Trek from Aguas Calient - Machu Pichhu & back to Cusco

What's Included

Professional English speaking tour guide.

Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+ people.

Chef to cook food.

Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg of your personal items.

Pick up from your hotel and transportation from your hotel to the start of trail.

Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco.

Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).

3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Afternoon Snacks and 3 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.

Dining tent with tables and chairs.

4 man tent for every 2 trekkers.

Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 3.

Inflatable sleeping mattress - Therma rest.

Oxygen bottle.

First aid kit.

Entrance to Machu Picchu.

Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)

What's Excluded

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Elena AkulovaVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Apr 26, 2019

if you want to experience beauty of Peru off the tourist path

Apr 26, 2019

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