Lares Trek to Machupicchu 4 Days /3 Nights
Overview
The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu immerses you in breathtaking valleys, towering mountains, and diverse wildlife like llamas, alpaca and foxes. Start your adventure at 3,300 meters and ascend to 4,450 meters, challenging yourself while enjoying stunning high-altitude landscapes, Camp in different communities and valleys, experiencing Andean traditions and connecting deeply with the region’s rich culture. Meet indigenous families, learn about their daily lives, and discover ancestral weaving techniques passed down through generations, Marvel at crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped peaks, and rolling green hills as you trek through the stunning Andean scenery, Arrive at Machu Picchu and explore its awe-inspiring ruins with a guided tour that reveals the secrets of the Inca civilization. Choose the Lares Trek for an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, cultural immersion, and the breathtaking beauty of the Andes.
Highlights
- Lares trek
- Departures: Previous Booking
- Season: All Year
- Service: Private - Shared
Itinerary
Day 01: Cusco – Lares - calca - Waqawasi.
We will pick you up from your hotel to start our trip and head to the town of Calca (3100 m) through beautiful landscapes of the Cordillera Vilcanota and is the place where we can have our first breakfast in a beautiful local market. Then we will continue to Lares and enjoy the thermal baths just before the lunch, After that we are going to start trekking towards Waqawasi (3800 m). On the trail we will be able to see different snow capped mountains, flora and fauna of the area until reaching our first camp which will be in a really nice Andean community.
Day 02: Waqawasi – Mantanay.
This day of beautiful experience because after a nutritious breakfast we will continue our trek to the highest point of the trail, which is going to be a little difficult until the pass (4450 m), from this point, the view will be amazing with snow capped peaks like Pitusiray, Sawasiray, Chicon and many other mountains that surrounds all that area. After the pass we will descend to the small like (4100m)Where we will have our second lunch, then we will continue down to our campsite Mantanay (3600) small place with some families that they still live as the inkas.
Day 03: Mantanay – Yanahuara – Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu.
This day will be much easier than other days , we will walk through the different ecosystems and varied climate conditions until yanahuara place of our last lunch, then we will go by minivan to ollantaytambo also called (the last living Inca city) because of streets and the perfect plan of the Incan city where we will have a short time to visit and enjoy the view of the village.
Later on we will take the train to Aguas Calientes a place of our last night at the hotel.
Day 04: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco.
This day will be spectacular because we will know one of the wonders of the world, Early morning after our breakfast we will take bus up to the Sanctuary and have a guided tour of about 3 hours, then will you have a free to re explore by ourselves and finally return to Aguas Calientes to get our train back to cusco.
What is Included
Included
- Private Transportation to lares hot springs ( trailhead )
- Professional tour guide.
- Meals: 3 breakfasts / 3 lunches / 3 dinners.
- Cook and cooking equipment.
- first aid kit
- horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment).
- Hostal in Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
- Bus ticket to machupicchu
- pick up and drop off at the hotel
Not Included
- Services not specified in the program, extras and tips.
- Lunch and dinner the last day.
- entrance to the hot springs
- Bus ticket down to aguas calientes town
- sleeping bag ( if you dont have yet, you can rent at the office )
What to Bring
- Comfortable backpack for the hike, T- shirts, shorts, warm clothes and Raincoat
- Hiking boots
- Sweater or jacket
- Flashlight with extra batteries.
- Camera, with extra batteries.
- Sun hat.
- Sunscreen, insect repellent.
- Snacks: energy bars, chocolates etc.
- Walking stick
Frequently Asked Questions
The Lares Trek offers stunning views of valleys, snow-capped mountains, and abundant local wildlife such as llamas, alpacas, and foxes. The scenery is a mix of high Andean landscapes and lush valleys.
The trek starts at 3,300 meters (10,827 feet) and ascends to an altitude of 4,450 meters (14,600 feet), offering an exciting challenge and incredible panoramic views.
Yes! You’ll camp in various communities along the trek where you will meet locals, learn about their culture, customs, and traditions, and exchange ideas with them in a unique, immersive experience.
The Lares Trek is considered moderate to difficulty, with some elevation gains and descents. It’s suitable for people with a reasonable level of fitness, but it is not as physically demanding as some other treks like the Inca Traill.
Yes! The Lares Trek is an excellent alternative for those who may not have secured permits for the Inca Trail or those seeking a different experience. It also offers fewer crowds and a more cultural journey.
