Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 D/3 N
ID: GYG546772-943296
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Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 4 days
Description
The hike from Lares to Machu Picchu is an alternative way of traveling and living adventures, surrounded by impressive views and magnificent landscapes full of flora and fauna.
Day 1: Cusco– Lares – Huaca Wasi
At 06:00 AM you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco in a tourist transport and headed to the sacred valley of the Incas, where you will arrive at the district of Calca, make a stop to visit the archaeological remains of Huamanmarca (Pre-Inca), You will observe the magnificent temples, streets and spectacular terraces, you will continue your trip to the Lares district. A breakfast with an impressive view of the snow-capped mountains will be waiting for you. Then you will visit the thermal baths of Lares, water of volcanic origin that is considered very good for health, then you will enjoy lunch. Finally we get ready and you will begin to walk for 3 hours, during your walk the guide will share information about the customs of the communities, you will also learn about the textile tradition, livestock and agriculture, etc. Along the way we will observe beautiful picturesque landscapes and alpacas. Upstairs we will go to Huaca Wasi (3770 meters above sea level), our first camp.
Day 2: Huaca Wasi – Huaca Punk – Mantay – Yanahuara
Early in the morning, after breakfast, you will continue your walk to Huacarpunku, from there you will appreciate the impressive views of waterfalls and lakes. After lunch you will have a short rest, then you will continue your walk to the Yanahuara base camp (3,400 meters above sea level), where you will spend the night.
Day 3: Yanahuara – Yanahuara Viewpoint – Ollantaytambo
For this day, you will wake up with a delicious breakfast and continue your walk with a descent along a beautiful trail. You will make a stop to learn the process of making "Chicha de Jora", and you will have the opportunity to taste this delicious drink, you will continue your walk until you reach the Yanahuara viewpoint where you will have a spectacular view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you will continue with a descent until reaching the place where you will enjoy a delicious lunch, at this point you will say goodbye to your cooks and then take the tourist transportation and head to Ollantaytambo. You will board the train to the town of Aguas Calientes, upon arriving at night you will enjoy a delicious dinner in the town of Machu Picchu.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 4: Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo –Cusco
In the morning we will go to the bus station of the town of Machu Picchu, to go to the entrance of the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, from where we will begin the guided tour of the citadel of Machu Picchu, visiting the main sites such as the Plaza de Armas. , the Circular Tower, the Sacred Clock Solade the city together with the guide who will provide you with all the information and history of Machu Picchu.
At the appropriate time you should take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes where you can enjoy taking a tour.
At the agreed time they will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where the transportation that will bring them back to the city of Cusco will be waiting for them.
End of services.
Day 1: Cusco– Lares – Huaca Wasi
At 06:00 AM you will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco in a tourist transport and headed to the sacred valley of the Incas, where you will arrive at the district of Calca, make a stop to visit the archaeological remains of Huamanmarca (Pre-Inca), You will observe the magnificent temples, streets and spectacular terraces, you will continue your trip to the Lares district. A breakfast with an impressive view of the snow-capped mountains will be waiting for you. Then you will visit the thermal baths of Lares, water of volcanic origin that is considered very good for health, then you will enjoy lunch. Finally we get ready and you will begin to walk for 3 hours, during your walk the guide will share information about the customs of the communities, you will also learn about the textile tradition, livestock and agriculture, etc. Along the way we will observe beautiful picturesque landscapes and alpacas. Upstairs we will go to Huaca Wasi (3770 meters above sea level), our first camp.
Day 2: Huaca Wasi – Huaca Punk – Mantay – Yanahuara
Early in the morning, after breakfast, you will continue your walk to Huacarpunku, from there you will appreciate the impressive views of waterfalls and lakes. After lunch you will have a short rest, then you will continue your walk to the Yanahuara base camp (3,400 meters above sea level), where you will spend the night.
Day 3: Yanahuara – Yanahuara Viewpoint – Ollantaytambo
For this day, you will wake up with a delicious breakfast and continue your walk with a descent along a beautiful trail. You will make a stop to learn the process of making "Chicha de Jora", and you will have the opportunity to taste this delicious drink, you will continue your walk until you reach the Yanahuara viewpoint where you will have a spectacular view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, you will continue with a descent until reaching the place where you will enjoy a delicious lunch, at this point you will say goodbye to your cooks and then take the tourist transportation and head to Ollantaytambo. You will board the train to the town of Aguas Calientes, upon arriving at night you will enjoy a delicious dinner in the town of Machu Picchu.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 4: Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo –Cusco
In the morning we will go to the bus station of the town of Machu Picchu, to go to the entrance of the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, from where we will begin the guided tour of the citadel of Machu Picchu, visiting the main sites such as the Plaza de Armas. , the Circular Tower, the Sacred Clock Solade the city together with the guide who will provide you with all the information and history of Machu Picchu.
At the appropriate time you should take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes where you can enjoy taking a tour.
At the agreed time they will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where the transportation that will bring them back to the city of Cusco will be waiting for them.
End of services.
Highlights
- You will share unforgettable moments full of customs and traditions.
- Enjoy and relax in the thermal baths, which are located outdoors in Lares.
- Live a true hiking experience, crossing high mountains and beautiful lakes.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The route requires physical effort.
Please wait at the hotel reception 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. The guide will call by your name.
Please wait at the hotel reception 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. The guide will call by your name.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
