4 Day itinerary in Peru, South America
Classic Lares Trek to Machu Picchu
Live a real cultural experience through this Lares Trek adventure. You will enjoy a decent amount of hiking and get some amazing views of the snow-capped mountains. The main draw of the Lares Trek is hiking to remote Quechua villages where locals are dressed in their traditional clothes. You will ap... Read More
By Sandra, Leslie, Isaac and Eli
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Demanding
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English, Spanish
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Cusco
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Hiking
Meet local people
Indigenous culture
Outdoors & Nature
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Hike to remote Quechua villages
Interact with the local communities
Enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped mountains
Visit the archaeological site of Machu Picchu
Hike to remote Quechua villages
Interact with the local communities
Enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped mountains
Visit the archaeological site of Machu Picchu
Itinerary
Per Person
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Cuzco to Lares Town & Trek to Wakawasi (3,850 m)
Today, you will be picked up at your accommodation between 5:00- 6:00 am and transferred by bus to Lares Town (2,900 m). You will get the opportunity to relax in the Hot Springs (at an extra cost) before starting your 6-hour trek. You will hike a zigzagging climb to reach the town of Wakawasi (3,850 m). There, you will enjoy beautiful views of glaciers, wildlife, and local communities. You will have the chance to meet local families that live in harmony with nature. Note: Today, you will hike for about 6 hours (14 km).
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Per Person: Camp
Day 2
Trek to Patacancha Town (3,800 m)
Today, you will trek up for about 4 hours to the top of Ipsaycocha Pass (4,400m) where you will enjoy a peaceful moment before stepping down for 40 minutes until your lunch stop next to the lake. You will continue 3 more hours to Patacancha town (3,800m) where you will get the chance to camp surrounded by llamas, alpacas and amidst native crop plantations. Note: Your today's trekking will be about 15 km (8 hours).
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Per Person: Camp
Day 3
Trek to Ollantaytambo & Train to Aguas Calientes
Today, you will walk for 4 hours until Ollantaytambo. After lunch, you will take off on a train that will lead you to Aguas Calientes, where we will overnight in a hotel. Your guide will give you indications for the next day. If you have time, stroll through the streets where you will find many cafés, plenty of shops and places to relax. Note: Your today's trekking will be about 12 km (4 hours).
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Per Person: 3* Hotel
Day 4
Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cuzco
This morning, you will take the bus early at 05:30 am to Machu Picchu (25-minute ride) so that you will enjoy the mysterious city as the mist dissipates in the early morning light. You will get the opportunity to have a 2-hour guided tour of the spectacular archaeological site and learn more about the history of the place. You will then explore this incredible city on your own. You will also be able to climb the Huayna Picchu Peak (to book in advance at an extra cost). You will then head towards Aguas Calientes by bus, where you can visit the local marketplace next to the train station before returning to Ollantaytambo. From there, you will take a bus back to Cuzco, arriving around 08:00 pm. You will be dropped off at the Plaza San Francisco. Please make your own way to the accommodation of your choice.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Camp
- 3* Hotel
Meals
- Lunch (3)
- Dinner (3)
- Breakfast (3)
Transport
- Cuzco accommodation pick-up
- Van Cuzco - Lares town (starting point of the trek)
- Round Trip tourist train Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
- Round Trip tourist bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Bus Ollantaytambo to Cuzco
Extras
- Professional bilingual guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour
- Briefing, entry fees, services during trek
- Pre-departure briefing
- Machu Picchu entrance fees
- Foam sleeping mat
- Horses to carry cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 7 kilos for each trekker
- Cook who is responsible for preparing and serving all delicious Peruvian meals and snacks
- First aid kit & emergency oxygen bottle
Not Included
- Airport pick-up/drop-off (please make your own way)
- Day 1 breakfast, day 4 lunch & dinner
- Bottled water
- Accommodation drop-off in Cuzco
- Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
- Hot springs Lares Town (10 soles)
- Small gift for communities
- Tips
- Sleeping Bag (Rental $15 USD for the trek)
- Optional Huayna Picchu Trek (48 soles) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
- Optional Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (48 soles) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
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