4-DAY LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU

4-DAY LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHUEXPERIENCE

Day 01: Cusco (3.300 m) – Calca (2.925 m) – Lares (3.100m) – Cuncani (3.700 m)

Very early in the morning we will leave the city of Cusco towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas until we reach the thermal baths of Lares (3,250 m / 10,662,730 ft). Where we will have free time to enjoy and relax in the thermal baths (from 28 ° C to 34 ° C). After lunch we will start with a walk for approximately 2 hours until we reach our campsite in Cuncani (3,700 m / 12,139,108 ft), during the tour we can observe the characteristic flora and fauna of the area and we can also see the native people of the place with Your typical dress.

Day 02: Cuncani – Wacahuasi (3.600 m) – Ipsaycocha (4.400 m)

After breakfast we will continue our lares trek machu picchu through the Lares Valley until we reach the community of Wacahuasi (3,600 m / 11,811,024 ft). In this place the villagers produce the finest fabrics and we can also observe their great skills and brilliant techniques in the manufacture of ponchos and clothing. Passing through the village we will begin to ascend to the second pass the Abra de Condorpasa (4,100 m / 13,451,444 ft).

From this place we will have an amazing view towards the Snowy La Verónica (5,750 m / 18,864,830 ft). We will descend for an approximate time of 1 hour until we reach the beautiful lagoon of Ipsaycocha (4,400 m / 14,435,696 ft), where our camp will be.

Day 03: Ipsaycocha – Willoc (3.600 m) – Ollantaytambo (2,850 m) – Aguas Calientes (2,160 m)

After breakfast we will descend through the valley until we reach the community of Willoc (3,600 m / 11,811,024 ft), where we will have lunch. From here we will walk approximately 2 hours until we reach the community of Puma Marca (3,400 m / 11,154,856 ft), from where we can appreciate Inca terraces. Finally we will arrive at Ollantaytambo (2,850 m / 9,350,394 ft), located in a fertile valley and protected by huge mountains. Then we will go to Ollantaytambo station, where we will board a train which will take us to Aguas Calientes. There we can visit the thermal baths (the entrance of 10 Soles is not included in the tour). We spend the night in a lodging.

Day 04: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu (2.490 m) – Cusco

This day will only be dedicated to visit the wonder of Machu Picchu (2,490 m / 8,169,292 ft), where we will have a guided tour of approximately 2 hours, after the tour we will have time to explore Machu Picchu on our own or visit Huayna Picchu (not included in the tour). Then we will go down to Aguas Calientes (2,160 m / 7,087,614 ft). Finally we will take a train to Ollantaytambo, where our driver will wait for us to take us back to our hotel in Cusco. End of our 4-Day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu.

• HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN: Spaces are just as special and limited ($80.00 dollars).
• PAIR OF POLES: Will help during the hike for support points ($15.00 dollars)
• SLEEPING BAG: Lighten the weight in our luggage from home ($25.00 dollars)
• ADDITIONAL CARRIER: Can carry the personal luggage we designate ($150.00 dollars – 7kg)
• VISTADOME SERVICE: In case we are looking for a more complete experience, this is the ideal option. The Vistadome service has a panoramic view on the train ride section that is a fact that we will enjoy 200%.
  Additional price:
  – Return only: $40.00 dollars per participant.
• LUNCH SERVICE: We can also add this service and schedule it for after the guided tour in Machupicchu. It has a price of $10.00 dollars per person (Tourist Menu).

Are trekking poles necessary?

We recommend the use of trekking poles, especially for those passengers with known knee problems. There are many times during the peru lares trek that trekking poles are useful, whether climbing a mountain or walking on difficult trails.

How difficult is the 4-Day lares trek peru?

The Lares Trek to Machu Picchu is considered a moderate hike. It is not a technical walk, but altitude can affect some individuals. We recommend buying a wooden cane while in Peru as it will help you with your balance and reduce the load on the knees. We ask that you do not use a metal with a cane tip, as it can damage the fragile environment along the way.

¿ls altitude sickness common? And how high is lares trek machu picchu?

It is impossible to predict that they will be affected by altitude. Its ability to adapt at high altitude is determined by its genetic makeup and has little to do with fitness or health. Most people will have no problem, as long as they take the time to acclimatize properly. A full day in Cusco (3249m), taking a lot easy and drinking from the water, is usually enough for most people.

The highest point is reached during an excursion the Lares Trek is 4550 meters. You will sleep at 3600 meters for one or two nights.

¿ls the road still good during the rainy season?

Some people actually like to go during the rainy season because there are fewer tourists, but we suggest them to get  prepared with wet weather and right clothes and equipment.

• Tickets issued by the agency (Entrance ticket, buses, trains and others).
• Identity document (ID card or passport).
• Daypack and personal equipment:
• Hat and sunglasses.
• Mosquito repellent.
• Light clothing during the day
• Warm clothes for the night.
• Water in canteen
• Cash for personal purchases.
• Camera
• Rain poncho (Recommended for rainy season).