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The formidable Lares trek 4 days to Machu Picchu

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

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Overview

Escape the crowds and see a side of Cusco that most visitors miss out on during a 4-day trek to Machu Picchu via the Lares route, hailed as the most challenging yet rewarding way to the lost city of the Incas. This off-the-beaten-track option includes all food, equipment, and guides, and is suitable for hikers of a good fitness level.
  • See a different side of the Inca trail on a 4-day trek
  • Suitable for hikers of a good fitness level
  • Escape the crowds and challenge yourself on the Lares trek
  • All logistics are taken care of

What's Included

  • Transfers
  • Guide and porters
  • Cook and kitchen service.
  • Meals: 3 breakfast, 3 lunch, 3 dinner.
  • Hostel in Aguas Clientes.
  • All camping equipments.
  • Tent for 3, only used for 2 people.
  • Horse men and mules.
  • First aid kit
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • Breakfast (3)
    Breakfast
  • Dinner (3)
    Dinner
  • First Breakfast and lasts lunch/Diner
  • Sleeping bags ($20)
  • Walking poles ($15)
  • Huayna Picchu or the Old Mountain ($30)
  • Bus Up/Down Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu ($12/way)
  • Personal day pack.
  • Extra money

Meeting and Pickup

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

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

It is collected from different hotels while it is near main square

or

Meeting point

  • Portal de Comercio 145, Cusco 08002, Peru

    the tour starts in Cusco

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.6:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

CUSCO – YANACOCHA

1 Stop

Conde Travel (Pass By)

Accommodation: single room

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

YANACOCHA – MANTANAY

1 Stop

Cusco Cathedral (Pass By)

Accommodation: single room

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

MANTANAY – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES

1 Stop

Cusco Cathedral (Pass By)

Accommodation: single room

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

1 Stop

Machu Picchu HotSprings (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • We recommend to bring:
  • Strong walking shoes or tennis shoes
  • Sweater and thick jacket
  • Hat or cap
  • Just one bottle of water
  • A good rain coat
  • Long sleeve shirts
  • Long and short pants
  • Insect repellent
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • A sunblock with a forty degrees UV
  • Lipstick
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Toilet paper
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Protein snack bar
  • Binoculars
  • Lantern
  • Sunglasses, plastic bags
  • Medical or personal items
  • A lightweight backpack per person
  • Camera and charger
  • Some cash in small denominations (preferably soles)
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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From $599.00

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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