Lares Trek To Machu Picchu – 3N / 4D

Experience the Lares Trek past local communities and hot springs to Machu Picchu.

DURATION

3 Nights / 4 Days

LOCATION

Machu Picchu

MAX ALTITUDE

4,600 m.s.n.m.

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

Lares Trek To Machu Picchu – 3N / 4D

This Lares Trek to Machu Picchu in 4 – days, is one of Peru’s most authentic cultural routes. In this beautiful region, you will meet genuine Andean farmers dressed in traditional, brightly colored ponchos. During this four-day journey to Machu Picchu, you will pass through local communities and see stone houses with thatched roofs surrounded by herds of llamas and alpacas; waterfalls and mountain passes are part of everyday life here. In the kitchens, you will see guinea pigs scurrying about freely, ready to be caught and cooked (we will have the chance to taste guinea pig at dinner on the second day). Although the locals speak only Quechua, they are very friendly, and thanks to your guide’s translations, you will be able to learn about their culture and way of life. Over the course of four days, you will enjoy stunning Lares landscapes, visit local Andean villages, hike over Condor Pass, camp near crystal-clear lagoons (Champa Ccocha), descend into the Sacred Valley, visit the Pumamarka archaeological site, take an afternoon train to Aguas Calientes, and conclude with a guided tour of Machu Picchu. Travel in a small, premium group with Peruvian Paths & Adventures, a 100% Peruvian local tour operator based in Cusco. Our team handles all the key details: hotel pickup, comfortable transport, expert local guides, quality camping equipment, fresh meals prepared by trekking chefs, horsemen and horses for logistics, Machu Picchu entrance fees, train tickets, a hotel in Aguas Calientes, and personalized service from start to finish.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Wuacawuasi – Champaqocha

After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up from your hotel at 06:00 a.m. and head to the town of Lares for three hours where we will pass through the Sacred Valley and make a stop at the Inca village of Calca where we can visit the local market. Then we will continue by car until we reach the town of Lares which is the start of the hike and is located at 3,260 masl (10,695 feet). We continue by car to the community of Tambohuaylla, where we will visit a school and share the experiences of the community with the children and we will also have lunch

at this place. Then, we will start walking for an average of 4 hours to the first campsite. First, we will gradually ascend for 30 minutes, and then the road is relatively flat. We will cross a small stream and continue through the valley until we reach the town of Wacawasi. On the hike, we will see local people wearing traditional clothes such as ponchos and very colorful hats. After passing the village, we will ascend for an average of 40 minutes up the mountain and arrive at Champa Qocha our first campsite which is at 3,880 masl or 12,730 feet.

Overnaight in Champaqocha

Hiking Distance:10 km / 6.215 miles

Walking Time: 5 Hours

Campsite Altitude:3800 m / 12,498 ft

Highest Altitude:3.800 m / 14.498 ft

Meals: lunch, tea time, dinner

Accommodations: Camping in Champaqocha

Difficulty: Moderate

Day 2: Champaqocha - Patacancha – Pumamarca

Breakfast at the Campsite

After breakfast, we will begin to climb for an average of 3 hours through the treeless puna area to the highest pass called Ipsaykassa which is located at 4,450 masl (14,600 ft). As we climb up to the pass, we will see alpacas, llamas, and sheep grazing and we will also be able to see traditional stone houses with grass roofs. At the pass, we will rest for a moment and enjoy the incredible view before we begin to descend for half an hour to the beautiful lagoon of Ipsaycocha where we will have lunch. Then, we will continue walking to our campsite for an average of 2 and a half hours. This path is relatively flat with ups and downs for an hour. Then, we will begin to gradually descend for an hour and a half until we reach the traditional village of Patacancha, here we will be able to meet a local family and have the opportunity to try guinea pig if you wish! We will then take a car for 40 minutes to the Archaeological Center of Pumamarka. Our camp is at this place at 3,700 masl or 12,140 feet,

Overnight in Pumamarka

Hiking Distance:16 km / 9,945 miles

Walking Time: 9 Hours (The longest day)

Campsite Altitude:3700 m / 12,140 ft

Highest Altitude:4,4500 m / 14.600 ft

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, tea time, dinner

Accommodations: Camping in Pumamarka

Difficulty: Moderate

Day 3: Pumamarka - Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu

Breakfast at the Campsite

This day after breakfast, we will visit the Pumamarca archaeological site for approximately 1 hour. This place was an important site for the administration of this entire area. After the tour in Pumamarca and some free time to explore, we will then continue walking for 3 hours on a relatively flat path. This path will take us through the valley and we will follow the ancient Inca trail until we reach some agricultural terraces. We will then descend to the bottom of the valley where we will continue a path along the Patacancha River until we reach the town of Ollantaytambo. Here we will have lunch, have time to rest, and say goodbye to our support staff. Later in the afternoon we could visit the main square of Ollantaytambo, and take a short walk to the Inca Qolqas (storehouses) that takes about an hour in total. After the tour, we will head to the train station. There, we will take the train from Ollantaytambo, traveling through the picturesque Sacred Valley to the town of Aguas Calientes which will take an hour and a half to two hours; You have to be at the train station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. 15:06 p.m. You have to be at the train station for check in 15.36 p.m. Train Expeditions from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.Upon your arrival at the train station, a company representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu). where you can rest, shower, and prepare for the last dinner in the town. Dinner in Aguas Calientes; Dinner is planned around 19:00 p.m. at a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes. After dinner, make the final preparations for the next day’s adventure in Machu Picchu.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)

Hiking Distance:12 km / 7.458 miles

Walking Time: 3 Hours (Mostly Downhill)

Highest Altitude:3,700 m / 12,140 ft

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, tea time, dinner

Accommodations: Hotel 3* in Aguas Calientes Town

Difficulty: Moderate

Day 4: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Breakfast at the Hotel

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide and board the bus for a 25-minute ride to Machu Picchu. Your guide will accompany you on a 2- to 3-hour tour of the most important areas included in your assigned circuit. You will explore terraces, viewpoints, temples, royal quarters, sacred areas, and the central part of the citadel, while learning about the history, architecture, and daily life of the Incas.

We always request Circuit 2 when available, as it offers one of the most comprehensive guided tours. If Circuit 2 is full, we will offer you the best official alternative available for your date, usually Circuit 1 or Circuit 3. After exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch on your own. In the afternoon, you will board the Expedition train back to Ollantaytambo and continue by private transport to Cusco.

The suggested time to descend from Machu Picchu to the town of Aguas Calientes is 12:00 PM, depending on your train’s departure time. You must arrive at the train station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure.

14:50 p.m. you have to be at the train station for check in

15:20 p.m. Train Vistadome Observatory Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo

Upon arrival at the train station you will be waiting for a staff of the company to transfer to their respective hotel in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco

Activity: Guided Tour of Machu Picchu

Tour Duration: 3 -4 Hours

Max Altitude: 2,430m / 7,972 ft (Machu Picchu)

Train Departure: 02:00 p.m. (to Ollantaytambo)

Cusco Arrival: Approx. 07:30 p.m.

Meals: Breakfast at the hotel

Essentials: Original Passport, Daypack, Camera

Trip Details

Duration 3N / 4D

Activities Adventure

Difficulty Moderate to challenging

Hiking distance 25KM / 15 miles

Minimum height 2000 m.s.n.m. or 6,560 ft (Aguas Calientes Town)

Maximum height 4600 m.s.n.m. or 15,088 ft (Ipsayccocha Pass)

Destinations Machu Picchu

Tour language English, Spanish

Accommodation 02 Nights Camping /01 night Hotel

Meals 03 Breakfast, 03 Lunch, 03 Tea time and 03 Dinners

Starts / Ends Cusco – Cusco

IMPORTANT: Please Allow 2 - 3 Days for Acclimatization

Services Included

The Hike Included

Transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the start of the hike and back to your hotel at the end.
Entrance ticket to Arqueological site of Pumamarka and Machu Picchu Citadel
Round trip train tickets in the Expedition service from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back to Cusco.
Round trip bus tickets to Machu Picchu and back to Aguas Calientes.
One night Hotel in Aguas Calientes (⭐⭐⭐ Standard).
The North Face Mountain 25 tents which are 2-person, 4 season tents designed for maximum comfort.
Therm-a-Rest mattress and pillow provided for free.
Duffle bag that you can fill with up to 7kg or (15 pounds) of your personal gear that the horses will carry.
Other camping equipment, such as a kitchen tent manned by a professional cooking staff, a dining tent with table and chairs, and a bathroom tent.
Experienced tour guide fluent in English, Spanish and Quechua. Our guides are equipped and trained to practice First-Aid, administer oxygen if needed, and conduct radio communication.
Complete meals and snacks during the trip starting with lunch on the first day and ending with breakfast on the fourth day at your hotel (the last lunch in Aguas Calientes is not included). Our experienced chefs make amazing meals in the middle of the mountains and are also used to preparing dishes for people with different food restrictions or lifestyles, so please let us know your preferences and we will make sure to meet your dietary needs..
Professional chef who grew up in the countryside and a horseman with horses/mules to carry all of our gear.
ne extra horse in the case of an emergency.

Not Included

Group Service

USD $670.00 per person

Private Service

1 - people

USD $1,620.00 per person

2 - people

USD $1,115.00 per person

3 - 5 people

USD $945.00 per person

6 - 8 people

USD $725.00 per person

9 + people

USD $670.00 per person

Discount

Children 17 years old and under – $30 USD off.

* To receive the child discount you must send us a copy of the child’s passport.

Additional Options

Huaynapicchu Mountain: USD$70.00

Machu Picchu Mountain: USD$70.00

Vistadome ObservatoryTrain round trip: USD$90.00

Sleeping Bags: USD$25.00

Trekking Poles: USD$15.00 (1 pair)

Prívate Tent: USD$40.00

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Small backpack

Large backpack

Warm clothes - Including jacket, fleece, thermal clothes for sleeping, gloves, scarf

Rain clothes - Jacket and trousers, poncho, hat

Swimsuit

Small towel

Strong, waterproof trekking boots

Walking poles

Sandals

Flashlight

Camera - Extra batteries as they run out faster under cold conditions

Suncream, moisturiser

Insect repellant - Min 20% DEET

Toilet paper

Personal first aid kit

Snacks - Biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc

Water bottle

Cash in Soles/$USD

YOU MUST BRING YOUR ORIGINAL PASSPORT

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Full name, nationality, date of birth and gender

Copy of your passport

The tour you want to do, the start date

How many people are in your group

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Lares Trek To Machu Picchu – 3N / 4D

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Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Wuacawuasi – Champaqocha

Day 2: Champaqocha - Patacancha – Pumamarca

Day 3: Pumamarka - Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu

Day 4: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco

Trip Details

IMPORTANT: Please Allow 2 - 3 Days for Acclimatization

Services Included

The Hike Included

Not Included

Group Service

Discount

Additional Options

How to book

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