Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

ACCOMMODATION
CARPAS & HOTELtent & hotel

GROUP SIZE
10

MAX. ALTITUDE
15,846 ft.

LEVEL
Moderate

Sacred Valley
Puyoc
Cuncani
Machu Picchu

During the Lares trek, the trail passes through highland communities with majestic views of the magnificent snow-capped mountains. Also, you’ll have the opportunity to share moments with the local people

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Highlights

04 Day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

The 04 Day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu combines beautiful lakes, local Quechua communities of farmers and weavers who are still living traditional lifestyles in the mountains. Cultivating the practices of ancient knowledge and continuing to build stone houses similar to those of Inca times.

Similarly, herds of llamas and alpacas before arriving at the community of Patacancha-Ollantaytambo for lunch on the third day of the trek. In the afternoon, we catch the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes throughout the Sacred valley to spend the night and prepare our visit to the most important Inka city in the Andes: Machu Picchu.

Level of difficulty (low, medium, high): medium

Required fitness level (low, medium, high): medium

DAY 1: CUSCO – PUMAHUANCA – PUYOC
- Lodging: Campsite at Puyoc
DAY 2: PUYOC – YANACOCHA – CUNCANI
- Lodging: Campsite at Cuncani
A DAY 3: CUNCANI – LARES
- Lodging: Aguas Calientes
DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU!

WE OFFER DAILY DEPARTURES!

Itinerary

DAY 1: CUSCO – PUMAHUANCA – PUYOC

Our first day of the trek starts in the small village of Pumahuanca in the Sacred Valley.
So, we’ll gently make our way up one of the side valleys covering about 14km in total and climbing about 1150m / 3373ft as we make our way towards the village of Puyoc.
On our way up, we’ll visit the small Inca site of Pumahuanca and learn about the native plants, flowers, and birds that inhabit this region.
Certainly, this particular route for the Lares Valley trek is not commonly done by other companies, so, we can enjoy the peace and tranquility of our surroundings without any distractions or disturbance.
Likewise, so few people visit the area there is a good chance of seeing Viscachas (a rabbitlike Chinchilla) and we may also spot Andean Fox.
Our campsite for the night is at Puyoc (4100m / 13451ft); it’s quite barren at this altitude and it is not uncommon for it to snow here during the dry season so gloves and a hat are recommended.

Lodging: Campsite at Puyoc

DAY 2: PUYOC – YANACOCHA – CUNCANI

Today is the most spectacular day of the trek and quite a bit easier going than yesterday.
Firstly, from our campsite, it’s about a 13km walk to the village of Cuncani but most of that is downhill as the pass is only about a 2-hour walk right at the beginning.
Then, as we make our way to Cuncani we’ll pass by snowcapped peaks high above us, serene mountain lakes (including Yanacocha – Black Water), and get to meet the local people dressed in their traditional bright red clothing.
On the other hand, this side of the pass is completely different culturally from the other side and as we wind our way down from the pass your guide will teach you about the people and their way of life.
Finally, you’ll also get to learn a few Quechua phrases so that you can interact with the local people.

Lodging: Campsite at Cuncani

DAY 3: CUNCANI – LARES

The focus of today is to meet the local people. So, waking up early we’ll be taken by our guide to one of the houses where we’ll get to meet a local family.
Certainly, the people are incredibly welcoming and are just as eager to learn about you as you are of them. Hopefully, by now you’ll have mastered a few phrases and be able to ask a few questions (much to everyone’s delight and amusement).
After that, you’ll have the opportunity to give any gifts you’ve brought for the local people and also to buy some of the locally made alpaca products that the region is famed for.
Then, leaving Cuncani it’s just a short distance (06 km) until we reach the hot springs of Lares.
Along the way, we’ll pass through several small communities and see the people growing a variety of foods such as Quinua and Tarwi. We’ll also probably spot flocks of Andean parrots flying overhead (they’re easy to spot thanks to their piercing calls).
Later, after a relaxing dip in the hot springs, we’ll be picked up by our bus and driven back to the Sacred Valley from where we’ll catch our train to Machu Picchu.

Lodging: Aguas Calientes

DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU!

Firstly, waking up early we’ll take the first touristic bus back up to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens.
So, we’ll have a 02 hour guided tour of the site during which you’ll learn about the Incas and visit all the most important areas of the citadel.
Likewise, if you have permits to climb either Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain. You can do it after the guided tour in the citadel.
Subsequently, in the afternoon you will take the train back to Ollantaytambo from where you will carry on by bus back to Cusco.

What's Included?

LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU INCLUDED:

Personalized service with not more than 08 people
Professional bilingual tour guide.
Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+.
Chef.
Train to Machupicchu Round Trip with Inca Rail Company.
Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 15 lbs/ 07kg of your personal items.
Pick up from your hotel and transportation from your hotel to the start of trail.
Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco.
Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).
3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Afternoon Snacks and 3 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
Dining tent with tables and chairs.
Inflatable ” Thermares or Rei sleeping Mattress (you need to carry ).
EUREKA- Comfortable and very spacious 4 man tent (one tent is used by two people)
Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 3.
First aid kit.
Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.

NOT INCLUDED:

Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us).
Breakfast on Day 1, lunch Day 4.
Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machupicchu mountain: Additional US $ 85.00 per traveler.
Change of train category to Vistadome (Peru Rail company): Additional US $ 45.00 (one way or only return) per traveler.
Travel Insurance – it is recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of the trip.
Tips.

PACKING LIST:

Original Passport
ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Walking boots
A waterproof jacket / rain poncho
Warm jacket
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable Trousers
Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
Insect repellant
Toiletries and hand sanitiser
Personal medication
Camera and film
Torch with spare batteries or Head lamps.

Prices

LARES VALLEY TREK GROUP SERVICE
NUMBER OF PEOPLE	PRICE PER PERSON	ACTION
*2 or More People	US$ 569.00	Book Now!
**Daily departures with a minimum of 02 people **

ECOLOGICAL TOUR – GROUP SERVICE
NUMBER OF PEOPLE	PRICE PER PERSON	ACTION
*02 People (price per person)	US$ 680.00	Book Now!
*03 People (price per person)	US$ 650.00	Book Now!
*04 People (price per person)	US$ 620.00	Book Now!
*05 People (price per person)	US$ 600.00	Book Now!
*06 People (price per person)	US$ 569.00	Book Now!
*07 – 8 People (price per person)	US$ 550.00	Book Now!
*Daily departures with a minimum of 02 people ***

Discounts for Lares trek to Machu Picchu:

Group of 5 or more: US$25.00 Must be booked all together
Under 18 years old: US$25.00 Please send us a copy of the passport at the booking time
Student Discount (Maximum Age 25 years old): US$25.00 Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. For those using an university student card to receive the discount, we need to see a copy of the card at booking. For those booking children 17-years-old or younger, we need a copy of their passport at booking time. Please send all to info@wamanadventures.com. More Information about STUDENT CARD

Extra Services?

SERVICE	PRICE
Hire of sleeping bag 5 season	$20.00
Walking stick highly recommended!	$10.00
Single supplement	$50.00
Additional night at 3 star hotel	$85.00

Departure Date

SELECT DEPARTURE MONTH

FAQS?

Is the trek difficult? Do I need to be in good physical condition?

All our treks (Inka Trail, Salkantay, Ausangate, Lares, etc) are moderately difficult, lengthy and traverse rough mountain terrain. We kindly recommend that if you plan to conquer any of these routes machu picchu travel to be in relatively good physical condition, plus acclimatization.

How far in advance should I acclimatize for the lares trek?

This means arriving to Cusco at least 02 days prior to lares trek departure to adjust to altitude. During the last two months leading up to your lares valley trek we suggest a regular and moderate exercise routine to improve endurance and stamina. We wish for you to have the best experience possible!

Are vegetarian, vegan, and/or other special diet needs available?

Of course! Without any additional costs! When you make your reservation, please inform us of any dietary needs or requirements, including allergies!

That is to say, Vegetarian foods will be absent of all meats, chicken, or fish. We will assume that eggs and cheese or other lactose products are OK.

What will the meals be like during the lares trek to machu picchu?

Most of our main meals are buffet-style, leaving you the option to avoid anything undesirable to you.

If there are any food items or veggies that you cannot stomach, perhaps onions, tomatoes, mushrooms.. etc, upon your request we will ask our chef to leave them out or separate this item.

We can also attend lactose-intolerant or gluten-intolerant diets. We cannot accept individuals with serious allergic or life-threatening reactions.

I have a food allergy. May I still participate?

Certainly, Every day we receive many clients with food allergies to nuts, wheat, etc. Please inform us in detail of your condition upon making your reservation.

Therefore, We kindly ask that you declare the severity of your reaction and any medication that you take in case of emergency.

However, If your allergy is severe, we ask that you be accompanied by a friend or individual conscious and fully responsible of your situation and ready with any medication.

WE CANNOT ACCEPT CLIENTS WITH LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIES

When must I arrive in cusco or arrive to your office?

We require that all clients arrive to Cusco at least 48 hours before the start of your salkantay trek tour, although 03 nights before is ideal. Certainly, You must pay your remaining balance two days before your departure for your trek. This will assure that all individuals are acclimatized and adjusted to the high altitude conditions to begin your trek comfortably. Please note that your remaining balance must be paid in cash in our office and cannot be paid before your arrival.

What are the office hours – lares valley trek?

Certainly, our office hours are Monday – Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm, 4:00pm – 8:00pm. (Please aim to arrive 7:30pm at the latest!)

Are hiking sticks or poles necessary?

For this trek more than any other, we do recommend hiking sticks, especially for those with any known knee problems. The poles will assist your balance and reduce the impact on your knees.

In addition, Waman Adventures will rent hiking sticks for $15

Where can I store my baggage that I dont need for the trail?

Any baggage that is not necessary for your trek may be stored in your hotel in Cusco (most hotels offer this service free of charge). In the case that your hotel may not provide this service, we will store your baggage safely in our office free of charge.

What is the weather like during the trek?

Most importantly, The best time for making the lares trek to machu picchu with good weather is between the months of April – October when there is minimal rainfall and clear skies. Therefore, The driest months are June – August, which is winter in the Andes.

When is the rainy season in Cusco?

In the same vein, January to March is summer in Peru, which means rainy season for Cusco and especially the Inka Trail, which is located mostly in the tropical cloud forest.

Where do I have to be the morning of the start of my trek and where will I finish at the end?

Certainly, We will pick you up from your hotel to begin your trek and upon finishing, we will also leave you at your hotel.

I wish to have a train company or train option different to that which Waman Adventures offers, is this possible?

If you wish to change your train company or option (such as Vistadome de Peru Rail, to Ollantaytambo or the whole route to Poroy), or your departure time, additional fees may apply. That is to say, You must speak with one of our sales agents to inquire about availability and the additional costs for lares trek to machu picchu.

Hotels

IN AGUAS CALIENTES

1.-Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu ****

Why Us?

WHY CHOOSE WAMAN ADVENTURES?

Certainly, Waman Adventures is working continuously to become one of Peru’s most responsible tour operators. Ideally, we try to keep our groups to a limit of 8 people. Therefore, Since we entirely operate all of our treks, we have complete control over the quality of our service. So, We want to make sure that you have a great experience in all of our treks and tours like Rainbow Mountain Trail.

Above all, It is also crucial that everyone involved in the operation of our services is appropriately treated and cared for, and that the benefits brought by tourism are shared throughout the Peruvian communities.

DEPARTURE:

To clarify, any day that is best for you as long as we have a minimum of 02 trekkers for the Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

GROUP SIZE:

Above all, small Groups anywhere between 2 – 8 people, to keep your experience unique and assure personalized attention.

THE BEST FOOD FROM THE ANDES MADE BY PROFESSIONAL CHEFS

Waman Adventures is proud of our Andean foods and our staff loves to eat! We work only with professional chefs!
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