About this experience
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The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu is a true immersion into local villages outside of Cusco. This trek's slower pace & shorter daily mileage means plenty of time to explore the culture and traditions in the Lares Valley. From the alpine villages you’ll descend into the Sacred Valley, visit the famous salt mines, explore Ollantaytambo, a 3,5000 year old living Inca village, then train to Machupicchu town. The next day, tour to Machu Picchu archeological site with your expert, local indigenous guide, this will be richer because of all the information you get in the Sacred Valley tour.
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
Local guides to help you plan
Cusco Spring Travel Guide
Plan a September-to-November trip to Cusco with room for flexible city days and a firmly booked Machu Picchu visit. This guide explains official ticket options, practical budgeting, packing, accessibility questions, and
Cusco by Night Guide
Plan a relaxed, safer night in Cusco with practical advice on venues, rides, airport arrivals, changing schedules, and a confirmed trip home.
Cusco First Night Guide
Make your first night in Cusco easy and adaptable with practical advice on airport arrival, transfer planning, altitude-aware pacing, drinking water, late arrivals, and accessibility.
What is included
- 2 night camping and 1 night hotel
- Drinkable water along the trek
- All entrance fees (Lares Valley and Machu Picchu), with Circuit 2, 3, or 1, subject to availability.
- Round trip Expedition tourist class train
- Briefing the night before of the hike at 6,00pm in our office
- Personal porter up to 7k per person (we provide you the duffle bag at briefing time)
- Lunch
- All transportation during the tour
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- First aid kit , oxygen tank and satellite phone for safety
- Certified english speaking trekking guides
- Profesional chefs and porters
Not included
- Sleeping bag, trekking poles and air matts( available for rent)
- Tips for the crew
- Huayna Picchu Mountain. It needs to book in advance
- Travel insurance ( advisable)
- Hotel in Cusco before and after the hike.
- Single room supplement (solo travelers): USD 50.00 per person.
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco, Let us know once you book it
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Alpaca Expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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