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Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 5D/4N

5 days
Start and end in Cusco
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
High Intensity
Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 10+

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cuzco

    Start point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Cusco Accommodation Check-In, 15:00 - 18:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cuzco on your own
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  2. Day 2

    Cuzco to Lares Town to Wakawasi

    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Transfer by van from Cuzco to Lares Town
    • Trek from Lares Town to Wakawasi (approximately 6 hours, 14 km)
    • Visit local communities and meet local families

    Optional Activities

    • Relax in Hot Springs at Lares Town (10 soles extra)
    Landmarks
    Lares Town
    Wakawasi
  3. Day 3

    Wakawasi to Patacancha Town

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch next to the lake), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Wakawasi to Ipsayccocha Pass (approximately 4 hours)
    • Trek from Ipsayccocha Pass to lunch stop by lake (approximately 40 minutes)
    • Trek from lunch stop to Patacancha Town (approximately 3 hours)
    Landmarks
    Ipsayccocha Pass
    Patacancha Town
  4. Day 4

    Patacancha Town to Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Patacancha Town to Ollantaytambo (approximately 4 hours, 12 km)
    • Round trip tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the streets of Aguas Calientes and visit local cafes and shops
    Landmarks
    Ollantaytambo
    Aguas Calientes
  5. Day 5

    Machu Picchu and Return to Cuzco

    End point
    Plaza de San Francisco, Plaza de San Francisco, Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Plaza de San Francisco , 20:00 - 21:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Round trip tourist bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
    • 2-hour guided tour of Machu Picchu archaeological site
    • Self-exploration of Machu Picchu
    • Visit to local marketplace at Aguas Calientes
    • Round trip tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
    • Bus from Ollantaytambo back to Cuzco

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Huayna Picchu Peak (200 soles, must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance)
    • Machu Picchu Mountain Hike (200 soles, must be booked at least 1 week in advance)
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Huayna Picchu Peak
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4.7
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    4.7
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    4.6
  • Guide
    4.9
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    4.5
  • Food
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    4.0
    The only negative on this trek for us was the altitude which we didn't really know how to prepare for. We felt a...
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    Traveled in November 2019
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    Hi! Thank you so much for your comments! We appreciate you bringing this issue to our attention and we will work to ensure it is corrected and our team is always ready to assist you for any inconvenience. We would love to see you again on another Bamba tour. The Bamba Team, Daniela Pérez
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    We took some extra snacks and goodies to give away to kids along the trek. It was such a unique experience. Our guide...
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    Traveled in November 2019
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    Hello! Thank you so much for your comments! We are happy to hear you had a singular and nice experience due to your nice gesture with kids. Please keep us in mind for your future travels! The Bamba Team, Daniela Pérez
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    4.0
    A friend and I were the only women on the trek, so we were a little uncomfortable at first. But, everyone was very...
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    Traveled in November 2019
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    Hi! Thank you so much for your comments. We are happy to hear you had a nice experience during your trek and everything ran smoothly for you two. We would love to see you again on another Bamba tour. Please keep us in mind for your future travels! The Bamba Team, Daniela Pérez
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    I was so excited to be trekking in the Peruvian Andes I was worried the trek wouldn't fulfill my expectations. Lares...
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    Traveled in November 2019
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    Socially and ecologically conscious company. They did a great job being respectful to the local villages at all...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! Your comments help us to improve our service to future guests. We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    We were really worried about getting altitude sickness as we live at sea level and were flying to Cuzco specifically...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! Your comments help us to improve our service to future guests. We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    I missed out getting a space on the Inca Trail and was really disappointed about it, but a friend recommended Lares...
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    Traveled in October 2019
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! Your comments help us to improve our service to future guests. We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    Pristine, Remote, Authentic would be my best description of this alternative trek to machu picchu. We have virtually...
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    4.0
    We had a rough time with the altitude but our guide Junior was very helpful, never leaving us behind. He was a true...
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    Traveled in September 2019
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback! We are happy to hear you had a great time! Your comments help us to improve our service to future guests. We would love to host you on another experience. Please have a look at our tours in other countries! Sincerely, Sean Bossardet from The Bamba Team
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  • A
    January 8th, 2020
    5.0
    Percy is the bomb!!!! The BEST part of this trip was our team of guides, cook and porters. There were dedicated true...
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    Hello! Thank you very much for your kind feedback! We appreciate your comments this gives us the motivation to keep doing the great work for our travelers. We would love to see you again on another Bamba tour. Please think of us as your first option to book your next adventure! Sincerely, Pedro Ferraez from The Bamba Team
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