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Lares trek & Machupicchu 4D/3N |
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Private & Shared |
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May: 8th - June: 1st, 07th, 09th, 24th, 25th - July: 09th. |
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For trekkers wanting to get off the well-beaten tourist path and escape to a part of Peru that has changed little over the last 500 years then a trek through the spectacular scenery of the Lares Valley is a must.
This remote and rarely visited region offers avid trekkers an insight into the real lives of the Andean farmer. We’ll have the opportunity to see thatched stone houses surrounded by herds of llamas and alpacas, along with amazing landscapes and refreshing hot springs.
The trek itself is rated moderate; however there are two passes over 4,500 meters/14,760 feet above sea level, so it is essential that you are well-acclimatized to the altitude. If arriving from sea level then plan on spending at least 3 days in Cusco and the surroundings before undertaking the trek.
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Itinerary |
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DAY 1: CUSCO - CALCA - LARES HOT SPRINGS - HUACAWASY
6:30 am. We leave from Cusco by private bus and travel through the Sacred Valley arriving to Lares, and we spend the rest of the morning soaking in the natural hot springs of Lares. After lunch, we star to walk to camp.
DAY 2- WACAWASY – ARORAY - MANTANAY.
In Wacawasy we can appreciate ancient techniques of cultivation, as well as textil manufacturing like ponchos, chullos (special gap) and others handicrafts. We begin the trek ascending to highest point of the route Puma's Abra (1416.1 feets a.m.s.l.). After that we descend one hour approximately, in the way we can see Aroray and Mantanay lakes , to finally go to our camp in Mantanay.
DAY 3: MANTANAY - YANAHUARA - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES
and then finally arriving to Ollantaytambo. Lied in a fertile river valley and sheltered by mammoth mountains, this ancient Inka village is considered one of the most important living museums in the world. This is a perfect place to appreciate the archeological complex. From Ollantaytambo, We board the train to Aguas Calientes, and spend the night there in a comfortable hostel.
DAY 4: AGUAS CALIENTES – MACHUPICHU - CUSCO
After an early breakfast, we take a bus up to Machupicchu, where we enjoy a guided tour of the ancient Inka citadel. Afterwards, we take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes where there be free time to enjoy the town before our return to Cusco by train.
* Campsites are subject to change according to our guide's criteria and the evolution of the group.
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Included |
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Private Serv. |
Shared Serv. |
Transfer by bus from Cusco to Lares |
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Ticket entrance to Machupicchu |
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| Bus tickets Aguas Calientes - Machupicchu - Aguas Calientes |
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| Train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Cusco |
Vistadome * |
Backpacker * |
Profesional Guide |
yes |
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Cook (In charge of meal preparation) |
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Horsemen and Horses to carry tents, food and cooking equipment
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| Plus 1 emergency horse |
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Horses can carry your backpack for a maximun of: |
12 kilos |
7 kilos |
Meals: 3 breakfast, 3 lunches, 3 dinners |
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3 Snacks (candies, juice, cookies & fruit) |
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| 2 people in each 3-person-capacity tent |
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| Matress (sleeping pad) |
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Dinner tent, bathroom tent, kitchen tent, tables and chairs, table settings, first Aid kit, including emergency oxygen bottle. |
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yes |
| Tranfer from Train Station to Hotel |
yes |
yes |
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Not included / additionals |
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| Feather sleeping bag |
US$5 per day |
| Sintetic sleeping bag |
US$4 per day |
| Single accommodation |
US$5 per day |
| Buffete lunch in Aguas Calientes |
US$15 |
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What you need to carry |
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- ORIGINAL PASSPORT (mandatory)
- A medium day pack (If you have an extra porter bring additional backpack of duffel bag)
- Sleeping Bag ( to include in your backpack if you have your extra porter)
- Poncho Or Rain jacket, ( is a recommendation specialy in Jan. Feb. Mar. Agos. Sep, Oct, Nov, Dic) you can buy the plastic ponchos.
- Strong footwear, Ideally for treking or sport shoes.
- One complete change of clothing ( Trousers, T-shirt, shorts and underwear, beanie, scarf, gloves, fleece sweaters, hat)
- Flash light and bateries ( per person)
- Camera, film and extra bateries ( the bateries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Sun block
- Insect repelent
- Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
- Snacks : biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc.
- Swimsuit (if you plan on visiting the hot springs at Aguas Calientes after the trek - entrance not included in price)
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Price & reservations: 2008 |
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Private Service
Shared Service
ADULTS |
STUDENTS with ISIC * |
2 - 3 people
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4 + People |
2 -3 People |
4 +people |
US$ 390
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US$ 370 |
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* All students have discount.
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