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Classic Lares and Machu Picchu Trek 4 days and 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 comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 2 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cusco to Willkikasa

    Your pickup starts at 5:00 a.m. for the drive to Sacred Valley. You'll stop at Calca and then soak in the medicinal waters at Lares Hot Springs before the main trek begins. The hike starts from Cuncani, passing by Pacchayoc waterfall along the way. After lunch, you continue climbing toward Abra Willkakasa, where the views open up across the valley. Later in the day you descend to Quiswarani camp, where local families will be waiting. This is where you'll spend the night and get to know the community.

    Start point
    Hauqaypata, Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Pickup from Cusco hotels 30 minutes before departure time., 05:00 - 05:30)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Quishuarani campsite)

    Included Activities

    • Relax in Lares Hot Springs medicinal waters
    • Guided hike to Pacchayoc waterfall
    • Hike to Abra Willkikasa
    • Meet and spend time with local families in Quiswarani
    Landmarks
    Lares Hot Springs
    Pacchayoc Waterfall
    Abra Willkikasa
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  2. Day 2

    Quiswarani to Cancha Cancha

    Start with a hot drink before heading out early. The main objective today is reaching Abra Pachacutec, which stands as the highest point of this entire trek. Once at the top, you'll take in the views before continuing on. After lunch, you have a two hour walk remaining to Cancha Cancha camp. When you arrive, the local community will show you their handmade textiles and you'll spend some time together before dinner and rest.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Hot drink), Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Cancha Cancha campsite)

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike to Abra Pachacútec (highest point of trek)
    • View local handmade textiles
    • Spend time with local community in Cancha Cancha
    Landmarks
    Laguna Qoyalay
    Abra Pachacútec
  3. Day 3

    Cancha Cancha to Aguas Calientes

    You'll complete the final hiking stage through Sacred Valley terrain and reach Huaran by midday. After lunch there, it's time to say goodbye to your muleteers and cooks who've supported the trek. In the afternoon, head to Maras Salt Mines to see the traditional salt pools carved into the mountainside. From there, continue to Ollantaytambo village for dinner at a local restaurant. Later you'll board the train to Aguas Calientes and check into your hotel at the base of Machu Picchu.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant in Ollantaytambo)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Ollantaytambo)

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike from Cancha Cancha to Huaran
    • Visit Maras Salt Mines
    • Train journey to Aguas Calientes
    Landmarks
    Maras Salt Mines
    Ollantaytambo
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  4. Day 4

    Aguas Calientes to Cusco

    Wake early for your visit to Machu Picchu before the main crowds arrive. A guide will lead you through the site for about two hours, taking you to the most notable areas. If you purchased additional mountain tickets in advance, you'll have the option to hike one of those peaks for even better views. You'll return to Aguas Calientes around noon and grab lunch at a restaurant of your choice. Afterwards, board the train back to Ollantaytambo, then private transportation will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

    End point
    Hauqaypata, Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Drop-off at Cusco City hotels, 18:00 - 18:30)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu (approximately 2 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Hike Huayna Picchu Mountain (approximately 2-4 hours round trip, USD 60 per person)
    • Hike Machu Picchu Mountain (approximately 3 hours round trip, USD 60 per person)
    • Hike Huchuy Picchu Mountain (approximately 2 hours round trip, USD 50 per person)
    • Lunch in Aguas Calientes at restaurant of your choice
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Huayna Picchu
    Machu Picchu Mountain
    Huchuy Picchu
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