Lares Trek and Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – 5 Days / 4 Nights

Cusco, Peru

5 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Permits and ticket for the Inca Trail
Entrance to Machu Picchu (Circuit 2 for 5-month bookings; if unavailable, Circuit 3, then Circuit 1)
All private transport and transfers during the tour
Experienced Mountain Guide
Tickets to enter the Lares hot springs
Tickets to the Maras Salt Mines
Train ticket for the Ollantaytambo - km 104 section
Round-trip bus between Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
Tourist Train Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
Transportation of personal belongings.
Private Camping Facilities & Equipment
1 night camping in Quishuarani (Day 1)
1 night camping in Cancha Cancha (Day 2)
1 night in a hotel in Ollantaytambo (Day 3)
1 night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes (Day 4)
Expert chef, porters, and horsemen
Personal duffel bag (up to 5 kg / 11 lb) for your travel gear.
Water, Tea Time, and daily snacks on the trail
Hygiene products (small towel and soap)
Portable toilet
Pre-departure briefing
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Safety: First aid kit, Walkie-talkies, oxygen, and emergency satellite pones
Lunch (4)

Lunch
Dinner (4)

Dinner
Breakfast (5)

Breakfast

Gear: Inflatable mattress, Sleeping Bag & Trekking Poles
Personal hiking clothing and gear
Travel Insurance (Recommended)
Gratuities for the staff (Optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We recommend booking hotels in the center of Cusco. We pick up all travelers from their hotels between 05:00 and 05:30 am.

Operating hours
.5:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Cusco - Calca - Lares Hot Springs - Cuncani - Willkikasa Pass - Quishuarani

4 Stops

Cusco

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Calca

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cuncani

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Quishuarani

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at the Quishuarani camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Quiswarani - Qoyalay Lake - Pachacutec Pass - Cancha Cancha

1 Stop

Quishuarani

17 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at the Cancha Cancha camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Cancha Cancha - Huaran - Maras Salt Mines - Ollantaytambo

4 Stops

Quiswarani Road

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Huaran

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Maras

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ollantaytambo

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Ollantaytambo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Ollantaytambo | KM 104, Chachabamba - Wiñay Wayna - Sun Gate - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

5 Stops

Km 104 Station

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Chachabamba

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Winay Wayna

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Sun Gate

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel in Aguas Calientes

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

4 Stops

Aguas Calientes

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ollantaytambo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cusco (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
It's recommended to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the trek to adjust to the altitude.

The Inca Trail is highly demanded, specially in high season (May to September). Book this trip at least five months in advance to secure a spot.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Please ensure your passport is up to date and ready for use on your travel day
Children aged 12 and over may participate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
Keep in mind this hike is a challenging trek. travellers have to be in good health and physical shape to fully enjoy every moment of this adventure.
Vegetarian or, vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not recommended for children under 8 years old due to walking distances and altitude.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.