About this experience
Discover the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and comfort on this 4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu! Ideal for nature lovers and culture seekers, hike stunning trails, visit traditional Andean villages, and relax in thermal springs. Enjoy traditional meals, expert guides, and comfortable amenities throughout. Top it off with an inspiring guided tour of Machu Picchu, where history and breathtaking views await. Book now for a once-in-a-lifetime journey!
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Cusco Hotel Pick up and Drop off service
- Horses and mules for equipment and a 10 kg personal porter allowance.
- Lunch
- Round trip Expedition train, Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
- Biodegradable soap and private portable toilet
- Entrance ticket and fees for Lares Trek, Lares hot spring and Machu Picchu
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Pre-departure briefing at your hotel
- 2-person tents (4-person EUREKA tents for 2 people)
- Full meals, happy hour (hot drinks) and snacks every day of the trekking.
- Sleeping bags, sleeping bads pillow and heating bags. Trekking poles
- Round trip Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Boiled or filtered water every day, Hot cup of coca tea every morning
- Professional tour guide and professional chefs and assistants
- Camping, cooking & dining tents. Cooking equipment.
- Private transportation
- 2 hours full guided tour in Machu Picchu
- Emergency first-aid kit, oxygen assistance, and satellite phone
- Cooking classes, including special dietary options upon request
Not included
- Energy snacks and energy drinks if desired.
- PerTravel insurance (highly recommended)sonal Experiences
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- If you’re not staying in Cusco’s historic center, please wait for us by the fountain in the main square.
- Pick up service from Cusco Historic Center. Please wait in your hotel lobby, and our guide will come to escort you to your transport.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Discover Pachamama
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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