Lares Trek 4 Days with Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
This trek takes 4 days/ 3 nights and ends in Machu Picchu.
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS Inca Trail
23 reviews
Lares Trek 4 Days with Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
This trek takes 4 days/ 3 nights and ends in Machu Picchu.
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS Inca Trail
23 reviews
Altitude
4700 MT / 15419 FT
Departure
CUSCO
Physical Level
4/5
Duration
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Group Size
8 PER GROUP
Seasson
MARCH TO DECEMBER
Accomodation
CAMP / HOTEL
Trip Style
HIKING AND CAMPING
Overview
Lares Trek and a short Inca trail to Machu Picchu for four days are among the most beautiful and peaceful places in Cusco.
Suppose you didn’t get the permits for the Inca Trail 4 Days. In that case, this is the best alternative due to geographical and historical region (Snow, in the Native Quechua language, means: “Apus gods who preserved the vital liquid water, by making offerings, so that they never lack water their fields of cultivation). Also, we can see lagoons (that in Quechua is translated to “Rochas” a place of the origin of the Incas – natives from this area still make special ceremonies to those lagoons.
You can also see many South American Camelids typical of Peru, Chile, and Argentina, especially many alpacas, llamas, guanacos, who were especially sacred to the Incas (Llamas played a vital role in the transportation, and some were used in sacrifices as a form of sanctification for a good yield in crop production.)
Along the hike from Lares trek and short Inca trail to Machu Picchu for four days, you’ll meet cheerful local people who still wear the traditional attire (bright and colorful) of the original natives from the area.
This trek is definitely for those individuals who like to hike, attain more historical knowledge, and meet people seeing their regular everyday contact with the Pachamama (“Mother Earth”). This trek towards Machu Picchu also allows you to fully enjoy the microclimates and unique landscapes, along with old-fashioned cuisines and fresh, natural products. We have a very experienced cook who will be surprised. And Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 days is a fantastic full-day Inca trail with good experience in Machu Picchu. For the second day swells, you will be twice in Machu Picchu for sunset the first day and the second day for Sunrise and guided tour. The Inca Trail is located within the sacred valley of the Incas and close to the most crucial river volcano (holy river) surrounded by the sacred mountains, much flora, fauna, and unique ecological varieties. The Inca trail goes inside the Machu Picchu National Park and enters the most beautiful spot called “The Sun Gate”( inti Punku in the Quechua language) with stunning views of Mach Picchu. Upon arriving at Machu Picchu, enjoy a Sunset free time in Machu Picchu. The next day gets a Sunrise guided tour in Machu Picchu, full of the sound energy of the Pachamama (our universe).
Inca trail two days and one night to Machu Picchu with a sunset experience in Machu Picchu on our 1st day are to now a lot Inca culture; taking this adventure day trek we are going to visit the most important Inca site of the famous Inca Trail, Chachabamba, Wiñayhuayna “For Ever Young,” midday we are going to arrive at The Sun Gate ( inti punku) and in the afternoon a beautiful sunset with free time to get nice pictures for your album family. The two days will enjoy one of the seven wonders of the world Machu Picchu.
CAUTION: Please allow a minimum of two (02) days to acclimate before considering beginning your adventure package to Machupicchu
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Huaran – Cancha cancha
Pick-up at 5:30 a.m. at your hotel. Heading towards the City of Pisac (1-hour approx.) there we will have a historical account of the ruins in Pisac while enjoying the sunrise and the breathtaking view of the Valley of Pisac and a delicious breakfast. Afterward, we’ll travel to the Village of Huaran (40 min.). It’s here that you’ll link up with our staff, re-group, and organize for our adventure towards Lares Trek to Machu Picchu.
First-day trekking; as your adventure begins, it’s a smooth and easy day where you’ll see the natural way of life of the Local People of this region and observe maize “corn” and potato fields.
You’ll continue for about 3 hours, on a gravel road until having lunch. Afterward lunch, we recommend a nap. Then we will walk for about 1 hour until arriving at camp of the “Cancha – Field” with an impressive view of the snow-covered mountain and the main road that we will follow for the next three days.
We have a short interaction with the local relatives and women, have an early dinner, and have hot drinks. At night you’ll indulge in viewing the constellations and snowy peaks.
Day 2: Cancha Cancha – Quishuarani-ollantaytambo
We awake at 5:45 a.m. with a refreshing hot “coca tea” (helps with the altitude sickness). After packing up, we will continue to ascend, and you’ll find children herding. As per the Peruvian tradition, we recommend taking presents like (clothing, toys, especially books and pencils). In case you have altitude sickness during this steep climb to the top, we’ll have horses to mount while you rest (Approx. 4 hrs.) to the peak called “Pachacutec.”
Then we’ll enter into a tiny town called “Acopata” to enjoy a delicious cup of coca tea/soda while sightseeing the crystalline lagoons and observing part of the sacred valley. The trek will have its ups and downs (40 min. Approx.) till we reach our lunch area near a lagoon with abundant “trout.”
Later, we’ll walk to the community of Quishurani, still descending for about 1:40 min, to stop and have lunch. After lunch, we’ll continue for another 2 hours to reach (Quishurani). Here you’ll enjoy the local communities’ way of life and then take a bus to Ollantaytambo for 2 hours. Once there, we will have dinner and sleep in the camp or hostel.
Day 3: Ollantaytambo-km 104-wiñayhuayna-Machupicchu
Our adventure begins to with a pick-up at your hotel (5:30 a.m.) where we’ll drive to the train station, (to catch our train) to “Kilometer 104”.is 1 hour and 30 minutes ruffly; once there we Will pass the control, our trekking of the Short Inca Trail begins. Our first hike is approximately 4 hours to reach the “wiñayhuayna” archaeological complex. Afterward, lunch will be served. (Actually, I will have a box lunch. If you are vegetarian or have some allergies, let me know).
Following lunch, you’ll continue hiking to towards to the (Intipunku-Sungate), one hour and a half then Will have time to take some pictures (THE FIRST STUNNING LOOKOUT OF MACHUPICCHU) and then going to be just 40 minutes to Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the world and mysterious place, we will have to catch the bus to “Machu Picchu Pueblo,” and you will have dinner in the restaurant and spend the night in our hostel.
Day 4: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (The Sacred City of The Incas) – Cusco
After a delicious early breakfast, we will board the bus transporting us to the Majestic Lost City of the Incas, “Machu Picchu.” The trek leader will impart the history of this mystical place. We will have the opportunity to visit the “Temple of the Sun,” the “Royal Palace,” the “Main Temple,” the “Temple of the Three Windows,” and the “Sun Dial.” Here, we promise an unforgettable experience. After your guided tour, you’ll have free time to do your exploring.
If you have reserved your visit to “Huaynapicchu” (tickets limited to 400 per day – not included), you’ll begin your hike at 7:00 – 10:00 a.m.; please coordinate with the Tour Guide for your visit depending on Municipality’s programmed time.
There are many more activities that you can do. These activities are optional (not included with the package), for example, The “Puerta del Sol” (2 hours hike up and down), where you will appreciate the Inca city from a different viewpoint.
In the afternoon, you’ll catch the train (4:20 p.m.) to reach the City of Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo, we will have transportation waiting to drive you back to your hotel in Cusco (2 hours Approx.).
It depends on the ability of the train to back to Ollantaytambo
Included
- 7 kilograms of your personal belonging.
- HOTEL IN CUSCO
- HIKING POLES
- SLEEPING BAG
- English speaking guide, plus an assistant guide for big groups.
- Professional cook and an assistant cook for a big group and horseman for the mules and horses.
- Mules which carry group gear and large duffels provided by the company, for personal belongings.
- All food on the trek, which incorporates traditional Peruvian cuisine as well as modern fusion cuisine and specific dietary needs.
- Boiled water and snacks.
- Large Dining tent, table, stools, all cutlery, and kitchen tent.
- Tents to overnight, and Thermarest. Two-person tents are provided for a single person and three-person tents for double people to provide plenty of space for personal gear.
- Additional horses for riding can be provided for an additional cost.
- First aid kit, including oxygen.
- A pre-trek briefing.
- Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
- Round trip Train ticket Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo.
- Private van from your hotel in Cusco to Lares(the starting point of hiking).
- Private van from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
No Included
- water the day 5
- Gratuity for guides, cooks, and horseman
- lunch on the day 4
Recommendations
Huayna Picchu Mountain – The tickets must be booked in advance, and the cost is $75 per person.
Montaña Machu Picchu – The tickets must be booked in advance, and the cost is $75 per person
Packing List
What To Bring
- Small backpack or a daypack
- A warm and good Sleeping Bag (Minus 8ºC) : (Can be rented at “SUNRISE PERU TREK” office)
- Gloves, Scarf
- Insect Repellant for Valleys and Machu Picchu there are mosquitos but no malarias.
- Rain Poncho / Good rain jacket, plastic poncho can be purchased in Cusco.
- Toiletries, Toilet paper, small towel
- Bathing clothes for the hot springs
- Trekking pants or similar
- Hiking boots (sneakers or running shoes are not recommended)
- Warm clothes layers for variable temperatures especially at night
- Flashlight with extra batteries necessary
- Camera & Extra Film & Batteries / Charger
- Sun Protection: Hat, Sunscreen, Sunglasses
- Thermals, Wool Socks & Woolen Hat for cold nights
- Water bottle, Water purification tablets
- Personal medical kit
- Original passport and ISIC student card is applicable
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips to your staff
- OPTIONAL: Little presents for kids of communities along the trail such as school supplies, second hand clothes, etc.
Travel Guide
Located in the Urubamba, between imposing snow-capped mountains, is the Lares Valley, a paradise dotted with beautiful glacial lakes and warm ravines.
For lovers of living cultures, Lares offers a memorable experience, as its small Quechua-speaking communities keep intact their ancestral traditions of growing tubers, herding llamas and alpacas, and weaving and weaving.
In addition, Lares offers the possibility of one of the best trekking routes in Cusco, after the famous Inca Trail.
Prices
| Number of persons | Price per person |
| 1 | $910.00 |
| 2 | $880.00 |
| 3 | $850.00 |
| 4 | $820.00 |
| 5 | $790.00 |
| 6 | $760.00 |
| 7 | $730.00 |
| 8 | $700.00 |
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD
- 1 Trekker: $700 per person
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).
Discounts:
- Student Discount 20$ dollars
- Under 15 years will pay as student: US$20.00
- Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00
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