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4-Day Guided Hike: Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Cusco, Peru
  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Tents (2 people per tent)
    • Water Refills
    • Private transportation
    • Bus to/from Machu Picchu Pueblo to the entrance of the Machu Picchu archaeological site
    • Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo
    • Private transportation from the train station to your hotel in Cusco
    • Private transport from the hotel to the start of the hike
    • Inflatable sleeping pad
    • Dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, chairs, cutlery (shared)
    • Dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, chairs, cutlery
    • Entrance tickets and fees throughout the course of the hike, with assistance
    • Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu archaeological site
    • Horse for emergencies
    • Horses and porters to carry food, cooking and other equipment, plus a total of 7 kilos per hiker
    • Dinner (3)
      Dinner
    • Breakfast (3)
      Breakfast
    • Lunch (3)
      Lunch
    • Gratuities
    • Sleeping bags (can be rented in Cusco)
    • Hiking poles (can be rented in Cusco)
    • Extra items while hiking such as sodas, alcoholic beverages, snacks, etc.
    • Travel insurance

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    We will be in contact via phone (whatsapp) and email 2 weeks prior to the trip to start preparations. We will consult with you regarding proper equipment, expected weather, and other conditions. 2 days prior to the trip date we will have a consultation call to coordinate timing and pickup for the morning the trip is scheduled to begin.

    or

    Meeting point

    • Cusco, Peru

      We will coordinate a meeting location via whatsapp for travelers who do not require pickup.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 12/01/2022 - 06/10/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 5:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Cuncani (3810 msl / 12500 ft) to Uray Qelwacocha (4350 msl / 14270 ft)

    1 Stop

    1

    Cuncani

    10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Camping

    Meals: Lunch, Dinner

    Day 2

    Uray Qelwacocha (4350 msl / 14272 ft) to Ccancao (4430 msl / 14534 ft)

    1 Stop

    1

    Lares

    7 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Camping

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 3

    Ccancao to Marcacocha to Machu Picchu Pueblo (2046 msl / 6712 ft)

    1 Stop

    1

    Ollantaytambo

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Camping

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4

    Machu Picchu Pueblo to Cusco

    1 Stop

    Machu Picchu (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Camping

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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