4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

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duration 4 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 1-65 yrs
max group size 10
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-39377
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Operated in English

Starts Cusco, Peru
Ends Cusco, Peru

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4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu
Learn about the Lares trail and Machu Picchu with a professional guide
Get to know one of the 7 world wonders
Hike along the Andes and admire the mountain peaks

The trip "4-day Lares Trek To Machu Picchu" starts from and ends in Cusco. It is a trekking and hiking trip that takes 4 days taking you through Cancha Cancha, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu and 3 other destinations in Peru. "4-day Lares Trek To Machu Picchu" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu is a great alternative to reach Machu Picchu instead of the classic Inca trail. It is ideal for those who want to get off the beaten path and get an insight into authentic communities while being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys landscapes. The trekking starts at a small village located in the Sacred Valley and climbs over 2 passes at 4,000 meters, passing through traditional, colorful villages, relaxing at the hot springs in Lares and finishing with a visit to Machu Picchu on the final day

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1 CUSCO - QUISHUARANI (LARES) - 7 CATARATAS - CAMPSITE
Day 2 CAMPSITE - CONDOR PASS – CANCHA CANCHA
Day 3 CANCHA CANCHA - HUARAN - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES
Day 4 AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

01 night of standard hotel at Aguas Calientes

Meals

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, daily snack)

Transport

Transportation from Cusco to the start of the trek

Guide

Professional English speaking guide

Others

Briefing time one day before the trek 
High Mountain Tents  
Dining tent with tables and chairs 
Kitchen tent 
Cook and cooking equipment 
Round trip bus ticket to the entrance of Machu Picchu
Mules (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment). 
Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost  
Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night. 
Comprehensive first aid kit including oxygen bottles  
Train ticket (Expedition class) from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes on day 3
Train ticket (Expeditions class) from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo on day 4

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Sleeping bag
Extra Mules  
Ticket entrance to Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu mountains
Ticket entrance to the Fortress of Ollantaytambo
Lunch in Aguas Calientes on day 4
Walking sticks
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary  
Extra services not mentioned in the program 
Tips for guides, porters or chefs and extra expenses
Travel insurance

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