This was one of the best trips I’ve ever taken thanks to Puma Expeditions!! My husband and I traveled with a group of 9 total on our trip to Cusco, our main guide Jorge was excellent leader for the group! It was a trip filled with education and exploration. Our guide for our 2 days Machu Picchu adventure was Miguel. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the Inca history.
Thanks to everyone at Puma Expeditions for the trip of a lifetime!!
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Chef
- Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment plus 7kg of your personal items.
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Transportation by bus to Pumahuanca and from Lares to Ollantaytambo
- Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
- 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Afternoon Snacks and 3 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs 2 man tent for every 2 trekkers
- Hotel on Day 3
- Sleeping mattress
- Oxygen bottle
- First aid kit
- Entrance to Machu Picchu
- Return bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
Does Not Include:
- Sleeping Bag (Can be rent in Cusco)
- Breakfast on Day 1 and lunch and dinner on Day 4
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain
- Entrance to Lares hot springs ( 12 Peruvian soles)
- Tips
- Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
Regarding the number of people and permits permitted, the Lares Trek is not subject to the same rules as the Inca Trail. On the other hand, your journey includes permits to Machupicchu and Huaynapicchu Mountain, which have a daily cap of 400 permits split into two shifts. Booking at least three or four months in advance is advised to guarantee tickets to Huaynapicchu, especially during the peak season (May to September). Salkantay 5D is only available for reservations from April through November; the rest of the year is closed because of area maintenance projects and the rainy season.
Due to New government regulations for the Inca’s Trail it will be 100% prohibited to take plastic water bottles. To avoid any disappointment at the check points along the Inca Trail and in the Machu Picchu citadel.
Aluminum water bottles for sale in Cusco 15 Soles (USD5.00)
Student Discount: $20 (Requires University Student Card to qualify - you must NOT be older than 25 years old). (you will need to show the real University card upon your arrival here in Cusco and in Machu Picchu).
Under 18's Discount $20
Important: Prices Include mules to carry up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings.
IMPORTANT: Price is based on a DOUBLE room accommodation.
referred to as the "weaver's route" is Lares. We are invited to experience the Inca way of life through this trek. There are rich historical customs that the farmers and local people continue to practice along its culturally rich trails, such as weaving textiles from the Incas. Lares is a 34-kilometer hike that offers a glimpse into the past of the Inca Empire through living history and archeological ruins.
It is recommended that passengers who are not up for an extremely strenuous trail take the trek. Nonetheless, two passes exceeding 4,000 meters above sea level must be taken into account while traveling this route. As a result, it is advised that participants be adequately acclimated to the altitude. In addition to trail enthusiasts, there are trekkers who are interested in learning more about the communities they pass through, single tourists who are curious about the local way of life, adventurous couples, and groups of friends. Everyone will appreciate the different route to Lares.
LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU
4 Days Lares Trail Pilgrimage to Machu Picchu
Clothing:
Fleece pants or tights.
Mid weight thermal underwear tops and bottom, synthetic or wool.
Hiking pants.
Hiking shorts.
Long-sleeve shirts.
T-shirts.
Underwear and casual socks.
Hiking socks.
Liner socks, synthetic.
Swimming suit.
Clothing accessories:
Cap.
Fleece hat.
Bandana.
Footwear:
Sturdy hiking boots, waterproof, lightweight, broken-in, aggressive tread
Travel Accessories:
Original Passport
Student card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Bottle of water or Camelback.
1 roll of toilet paper.
Sunglasses and retainer strap.
Sun block and lip balm.
Toiletry kit.
Small Washcloth.
Personal first-aid kit.
Hand sanitizer gel.
Insect repellent.
Several Ziploc plastic bags.
Extra:
Money for drinks, tips and souvenirs.
DAY 01 CUSCO / LARES / HUACAWASI
Following breakfast, we will set out on our journey in a private van, passing through the Sacred Valley and arriving at the town of Calca (2,925 m.a.s.l.), where we will stop for a short while to pick up any supplies we might need for the trek. Afterwards, we will cross the Amparaes pass (4,580 m.a.s.l. ), from which we can see the area's stunning valley and mountain range. We will descend to this valley via Andean settlements, llamado groups and alpaca groups, for example. The Hot Springs* are located close to the town of Lares, providing a tranquil place to swim and unwind after a strenuous journey. Here, we'll have lunch as well. Later on in the afternoon, we'll begin our hike. We'll climb up to the mountain town of Huacahuasi (3,750 m.a.s.l. ), a true Andean community where you can see vibrant textiles and traditional attire. Here is where we will set up camp for the night.
DAY 02 HUACAHUASI/ PUMAMARKA
Today, as we progressively ascend, we will pass through stunning scenery that includes stunning herds of alpacas and llamas. Alpaca and llama groups can typically be found in this area as well. We will arrive at the Ipsayccasa pass (4,450 m.a.s.l.) after two and a half hours, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding snowy mountain range and the snowy mountain Verónica (5,750 m.a.s.l.). We will then make our way down to Lake Ipsaycocha (4, 350 m.a.s.l.). The Andean goose, Andean ibis, and various aquatic birds that inhabit the surrounding area are among the fauna that can be found in this Andean lake. We'll relax and eat lunch here. Later on, we'll keep going downhill until we reach Patacancha (3,750 m.a.s.l.). This Andean town continues to display its traditional attire and textiles. After a roughly 30-minute local bus ride to Huallata, we will walk for an additional 45 minutes to our campsite, Pumamarka (3,750 m.a.s.l. ), an archeological site strategically positioned between two mountains. We'll set up our campsite for the night here.
DAY 03 PUMAMARKA/ OLLANTAYTAMBO/ AGUAS CALIENTES
We will go to the Pumamarka archaeological site, also known as "Puma Town," after breakfast (3, 750 m.a.s.l.)After that, we will descend through a stunning valley to Ollantaytambo (2, 850 m.a.s.l.), where we can see a portion of the Inca Trail. Along the route are smaller archeological rests and typical local flora and fauna. When we arrive at Ollantaytambo, also referred to as the Inca's Living Town, you will observe that the city's streets, homes, and other structures date back to the Inca era and are still in use by the local populace.
We will prepare to board our train and travel to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m.a.s.l.) where we will spend one night in a hotel following lunch and a well-earned nap.
DAY 04 AGUAS CALIENTES/ MACHU PICCHU
We'll get up early to catch the bus to Machu Picchu (2,430 meters above sea level), where we'll be among the first guests of the day to experience the enchantment and mystery of one of the world's wonders. During our two-hour guided tour, which will begin at the scheduled time and location, we will take in the natural beauty of Machupicchu and the surrounding area as well as the ethereal peace of the lost Inca city. We're going to take the bus to Aguas Calientes by afternoon. After arriving in town, you will have some free time to grab lunch. Later that day, we will ride the Perú Rail – Expedition* train back to our starting point. Our transfer will be waiting for you in our private van when you get to Cusco to take you back.
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