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Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights

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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 2 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cusco/Sacred Valley to Lares

    Start point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Pickup is offered from any hotel in Cusco’s historic center and in the Sacred Valley near Pisac, 04:30)
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch in Kiswarani), Dinner (Dinner at camp by Blue Lagoon)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Blue Lagoon Campsite)

    Included Activities

    • Explore market in Calca
    • Visit Ancashmarca Inca ruins
    • See Puyas de Raimondi plants
    • Relax in Lares Hot Springs
    • Visit women's weaving cooperative
    • Hiking from Pampacorral through farmland
    • Hike beside Kiswarani waterfall
    • Camp by Blue Lagoon
    Landmarks
    Calca Market
    Ancashmarca
    Puyas de Raimondi
    Lares Hot Springs
    Kiswarani Waterfall
    Blue Lagoon
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  2. Day 2

    Lares to Canchacancha

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast with breathtaking mountain views), Lunch (Lunch in Acopata), Dinner (Dinner beneath the stars surrounded by towering mountains)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Cancha Cancha Campsite)

    Included Activities

    • Hike through highland valleys
    • Participate in traditional offering ceremony
    • Spot Andean wildlife (caracaras, llamas, alpacas, Wallata geese)
    • Meet local families and community
    • Play soccer with children
    • Learn Quechua phrases
    Landmarks
    Acopata
    Canchacancha
  3. Day 3

    Canchacancha to Aguas Calientes

    Meals
    Breakfast (Hearty breakfast), Lunch (Picnic lunch in Huaran), Dinner (Dinner (location not specified))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (3 Star Hotel in Aguas Calientes)

    Included Activities

    • Hike descent into Sacred Valley visiting homes and village school
    • Visit Salineras of Maras
    • Explore Ollantaytambo (Last Living Inca Town)
    Landmarks
    Huaran
    Salineras of Maras
    Ollantaytambo
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  4. Day 4

    Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu to Cusco

    End point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (HOTEL DROP OFF, 19:00 - 19:30)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at your hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Bus ride up to Machu Picchu
    • Visit main viewpoints at Machu Picchu
    • 2-3 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu
    • Bus ride down from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
    • Vistadome Panoramic Train to Ollantaytambo
    • Private vehicle return to Cusco

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Huayna Picchu Mountain ($68 per person, must be booked in advance, 2 hours round trip)
    • Hike to Machu Picchu Mountain ($68 per person, must be booked in advance, 3 hours round trip)
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Huayna Picchu Mountain
    Machu Picchu Mountain
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  • Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights reviewer 1
    August 10th, 2025
    Rene our tour guide was patient, informative, and tireless. The chefs were great, and the porters handled things...
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    Traveled in August 2025
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    May 28th, 2022
    great organisation, we even got snacks! The LaresTrek with Trexperience was the best part of our vacation in Peru. I...
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    Traveled in May 2022
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    Dear traveler, we highly value your kind comments, thank you! We are very happy you enjoyed it, please come back soon!
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  • W
    July 9th, 2021
    My daughter (11) and I had a great time. The guide Charley, cooks, horsemen, and driver were all extremely attentive...
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    Traveled in June 2021
    Reply from: TreXperience
    Dear Wei Kong, thank you for your kind comments. We are very happy that you enjoyed this adventure, we hope you have the chance to come back one day. Until then!
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  • Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights reviewer 4
    December 29th, 2020
    Short review: HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend TreXperience for your next adventure. Elisban (our guide), Lorenzo (chef),...
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    Traveled in November 2020
    Reply from: TreXperience
    Dear Eric, Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, we are really happy to hear that you enjoyed the trek with us, this November and December has been challenging with all the restrictions, we are back with our tours after almost a year, also our team like Elisban, Lorenzo, Ramon, they have rested for so long and they are with all the energy. Despite the goverment restrictions for Inca Trail, Salkantay Trek, we still have other treks and we always offer the best we have. We are happy to see your amazing feedback and we will show this to our team, they will be very happy to see it as well. Thank you so much for traveling with us, for coming to Peru, for being among the first international visitors in Peru during this pandemic. We wish you the best this new year 2021 and hope to see you someday back in Peru. Best wishes Coronel TreXperience
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  • Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights reviewer 5
    October 22nd, 2020
    I was so happy I went with this company. The guides were knowledgeable and made for a great experience. The food was...
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    Traveled in March 2020
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    March 21st, 2020
    Vidal was an excellent guide who made our trip very special. The entire crew was amazing. I highly recommend This...
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    Traveled in March 2020
    Reply from: TreXperience
    Dear Heidi , Thank you for your feedback!, Your kind comments help us keep on growing! We are very happy you enjoyed it, please come back soon!
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  • J
    March 12th, 2020
    The Lares Trek was incredible. Our tour guide Videl was amazing. He was so encouraging during the difficult parts,...
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    Traveled in March 2020
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    Dear Jessica , thank you for your kind reviews, We are really happy you enjoyed this adventure with us, come back soon!
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  • R
    March 10th, 2020
    Our guide, Johnny, was great and everything was as good as expected. Would recommend
    Traveled in March 2020
  • A
    November 11th, 2019
    In my opinion, Lares Trek was a rewarding experience! We had the opportunity to meet Inca citizens, view their houses...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: TreXperience
    Dear Ana , Thank you for your feedback!, Your kind comments help us keep on growing! We are very happy you enjoyed it, please come back soon!
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  • N
    October 16th, 2019
    My boyfriend and I had such an amazing “TreXperience” with the Lares Trek. Charly our tour guide was so incredibly...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Sono

    Asked on February 22nd, 2025

    What is the cancellation policy for the trek?

    Payments
    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten February 2025

      Deposits are non-refundable, but we offer a lifetime deposit guarantee allowing you to postpone your trip and apply your deposit to a future date if needed.

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    Corina

    Asked on December 28th, 2024

    How are emergencies handled during the trek?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten December 2024

      We are equipped with a first aid kit and a satellite phone for emergencies. Our guides are trained in emergency response and will assist in coordinating evacuation if necessary.

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    Lesley

    Asked on October 7th, 2024

    Are permits included for Macchu Picchu or do we need to obtain them ourselves?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten October 2024

      This package already includes the entrance ticket to Machu Picchu. However, at the moment, all tickets for Machu Picchu are sold out. If your dates are flexible, I suggest considering November as an alternative.

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    Robin

    Asked on July 26th, 2024

    What are the payment terms for booking a tour?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten July 2024

      Payments can be made online with any credit card without additional fees or in cash upon arrival. The balance must be paid by a specified date before the tour begins.

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    Laia

    Asked on June 28th, 2024

    How do I get to the starting point of the trek?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten June 2024

      The trek typically starts in Cusco. We provide pick-up from your hotel on the morning the trek begins, ensuring you reach the start point comfortably.

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    Cynthia

    Asked on June 4th, 2024

    Is there availability for departure on July 13 or 14, 2024?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten June 2024

      Unfortunately, we do not have availability for the original dates. We have alternative tour options on July 3rd and July 9th, including the Salkantay 4-day trek.

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      Cynthia

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      Neither of those alternative dates are suitable for me. I will investigate other options.

    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten June 2024

      We have another tour available on July 14: the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, a 2-day adventure that includes visiting Machu Picchu.

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    Fede

    Asked on March 8th, 2024

    What should I pack for the trek?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten March 2024

      Essentials include a good rain jacket, hiking boots, layers for variable temperatures, sunglasses, a daypack, and personal medications. We recommend preparing for all weather conditions.

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    Diego

    Asked on January 9th, 2024

    Are transfers included in the tour price?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten January 2024

      Yes, all transportation during the tour, including to and from the trek and during excursions, is included in the price.

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    Fanni

    Asked on December 2nd, 2023

    What are the age restrictions for the trek?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten December 2023

      The trek is generally suitable for ages 12 and above. However, all minors must be accompanied by an adult and capable of handling long walking distances.

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    Alejandra

    Asked on October 26th, 2023

    Can I bring my own trekking gear?

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    • TreXperienceOperatorWritten October 2023

      Yes, you are welcome to bring your own gear, such as a sleeping bag or walking poles. However, we also offer rentals for those who prefer not to travel with heavy gear.

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