Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu 3D/2N
Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu 3D/2N
3 Days Starting and ending in Cusco
Visiting: Cusco, Aguas Calientes
Tour operator:
Tour code:
10081
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
The most famous hike to reach Machu Picchu is the Inca Trail, yet other great and less crowded alternatives exist, such as the Lares Trek. This high altitude trek will please hikers interested in interacting with the local communities and seeing their way of life in the countryside.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Cuzco-Wakawasi, Peru
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Duration: 3 Days
Departure Time: 05:00
Cuzco to Lares Town & Trek to Wakawasi (3,850m) (L/D)Accommodation pick-up between 5:00-6:00 am and transfer by bus to Lares Town (2,900m). There, you can spend some time to enjoy the hot springs (extra cost) before starting your 6-hour trek. We'll begin our zigzagging climb to the town of Wakawasi (3,850m) with views of glaciers, wildlife and local communities. Our campsite at Wakawasi community will afford us with the chance to meet local families living in harmony with nature.
Trek time: 14km, 6hrs
Day 2: Wakawasi-Aguas Calientes, Peru
Location: Aguas Calientes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to Patacancha Town-Car to Ollantaytambo – Train to Aguas Calientes (2,100m) (B/L/D)
Start off the day with an uphill 4-hour trek which will take us over Ipsayccocha Pass (4,400m), then another 40-minute walk downhill will bring us to our lunch stop next to the lake. Continue 3 more hours to Patacancha town (3,800m) where we will take a car for 30 min approx. to Ollantaytambo and then a train to Aguas Calientes (2,100m).Trek time: 15km, 8hrs
Day 3: Aguas Calientes-Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Machu Picchu & Return to Cuzco (B)
We will catch one of the first buses (05:30 am) to Machu Picchu (25-minute ride) in order to appreciate the magnificent city as the mist dissipates in the early morning light. A walking tour (approximately 2 hours) is given by your guide and after this you can explore the mysterious city on your own. If you still have energy you can also climb the Huayna Picchu Peak (to book in advance at an extra cost). Take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes. You can visit the local marketplace next to the train station where you can shop until the train whistle blows, signaling your return to Ollantaytambo. From Ollantaytambo, you will take a bus back to Cuzco arriving around 20:00. You will be dropped off at the Plaza San Francisco. Please make your own way to the accommodation of your choice.
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights Accommodation Mixed accommodation
1 night camping on trek
1 night 3-star hotel -
Transport
Accommodation pick-up
All transport on tour as per itinerary
Mixed transport
Roundtrip tourist train -
Meals
2B / 2L / 2D
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Activities
3 day trek to Machu Picchu
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Guides
Professional bilingual guide on trek &; Machu Picchu tour
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Extras
Snacks
Machu Picchu entrance fees
First Aid kit & emergency oxygen bottle
Bamba t-shirt, water bottle and travel towel
Small group experience; max 16, avg 4
Foam sleeping mat
Horses to carry cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 7kg for each trekker for the first 2 days of the trek (3kg for your sleeping bag & mattress plus 4kg of personal items.)
Cook responsible for preparing and serving all meals
What's Not Included
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Accommodation drop-off in Cuzco
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Guide for bus and train transfers (these portions are on your own)
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Sleeping bag (rental $15 USD for the trek)
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Accommodation in Cuzco
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Bottled water
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Hot springs Lares Town (10 soles)
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Optional Machu Picchu mountain hike (200 soles) must be booked at least 1 week in advance
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Small Gift for communities
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Other meals/drinks
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Airport transfers
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Optional Huayna Picchu trek (200 soles) must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance
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Personal expenses
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Travel insurance Prices for optional activities are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Please confirm these prices before departing on the trek
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Tips: (Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you receive
Mode of Transport
The tour includes accommodation pick-up and a mix of bus and train transfers to ensure a seamless journey through the Andes and to Machu Picchu.
Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights of mixed accommodation, providing a comfortable and authentic experience during your trek to Machu Picchu.
Check out our Q&As
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What happens on the second day of the trek?
On the second day, you will start with an uphill 4-hour trek over Ipsayccocha Pass, followed by a 40-minute walk downhill to your lunch stop next to a lake. You will then continue for 3 more hours to Patacancha town, take a car to Ollantaytambo, and finally a train to Aguas Calientes.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities include the Huayna Picchu trek and the Machu Picchu mountain hike, both of which must be booked in advance at an extra cost. Additionally, you can visit the hot springs in Lares Town for an extra fee.
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What kind of transport is included in the tour?
The tour includes accommodation pick-up and a mix of bus and train transfers to ensure a seamless journey through the Andes and to Machu Picchu.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, additional costs include travel insurance, airport transfers, accommodation drop-off in Cusco, accommodation in Cusco, sleeping bag rental, bottled water, small gifts for communities, personal expenses, and tips. Optional activities like the Huayna Picchu trek and Machu Picchu mountain hike also incur extra costs.
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Is a guide provided during the trek and Machu Picchu tour?
Yes, a professional bilingual guide is provided during the trek and the Machu Picchu tour.
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What can I expect on the third day of the tour?
On the third day, you will catch one of the first buses to Machu Picchu to see the city in the early morning light. After a 2-hour guided tour, you can explore on your own. You will then take a bus back to Aguas Calientes, visit the local marketplace, and take a train and bus back to Cusco, arriving around 20:00.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the trek?
On the first day, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Cusco between 5:00-6:00 am and transferred by bus to Lares Town. After enjoying the hot springs (extra cost), you will start a 6-hour trek to Wakawasi, passing by glaciers, wildlife, and local communities.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the trek?
The tour includes 2 nights of mixed accommodation, providing a comfortable and authentic experience during your trek to Machu Picchu.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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