Lares Llama Trek Experience – 3 days

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Experience Andean Life in the Lares Valley, visit Quechua native people: Hiking through the Native Communities of Lares Valley is a wonderful experience. This unforgettable and less-known hike combines amazing mountain scenery, glacier lagoons, valley cloud-forest and authentic textile Quechua communities. These villages take place through a hidden valley that very few outsiders have ever entered. The llama shepherds and weavers that inhabit some of the villages of this obscure place of high Andean Glaciers

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Type Service: Group Tour
Itinerary: Fixed
Destinations: Machu Picchu
Activities: Trekking and Walking,Cultural and History,Family

Day 1 – Cusco / Cancha Cancha Community

Pick up from the Hotel at 6:00am, leaving Cusco by car on the route to Pisaq until arriving at Huaran creek (2840m/93152ft). Here starting to hike up a small side valley that narrows gradually while ascending on an original Inca Trail, enjoying a variety of native flora and fauna. After a 3 hour hike, arrival at Cancha Cancha (3800m/12464ft), where trekkers will be received with some typical food and have the opportunity to share an insight into the traditional lifestyle and culture of this Andean community, camping night here.
Meals Included: Box-lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 7 km (4, 35 miles)
Estimated walking time: 4-5 hours
Maximum altitude point: (3800m/12464ft)


Day 2 – Cancha Cancha / Quiswarani

Breakfast; start uphill until reaching Accopata an extension of Cancha Cancha, we continue north east up the valley, passing small thatched stone houses. After ½ hour the path flattens out before climbing steeply for the 2½ hour trek to the first pass, called Pachacuteq Pass (4458m/14622ft). The path continues for an hour along a narrow ridge until dropping down into a beautiful secluded corrie filled with glacial lakes and rich in birdlife. The lip of the corrie descends into the next valley following a series of cascading waterfalls to the village of Quishuarani (3700m/12136ft) camping place; we can meet with children and women weavers.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 9 km
Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours
Maximum altitude point: (4458m/14622ft)


Day 3 – Quiswarani / Lares Hot Spring / Back to Cusco

Breakfast; a short downhill walk you will reach the colonial town of Lares and spend the rest of the morning relaxing in the medicinal hot springs, the trail follows the river valley downhill for about 2 ½ hours to the town of Lares (3100m/10168ft) where you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a soak in some open air thermal springs (bring a swimsuit). After lunch we take our transport to Ollantaytambo town, transfer to the train station from where we’ll take the train to Aguas Calientes. Overnight at Aguas Calientes Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
 
Total distance: 6 km
Estimated walking time: 2-3 hours
Maximum altitude point: (3100m/10168ft)

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The Classic Inca Trail – 4d/3n

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wonderful trek from Cusco to Machupicchu doing the classic Inca Trail starting the tour from km 82 until reaching the sun gate in Machupicchu private guide

 

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Trek the trail that once linked the Inca Empire, Speak Quechua with Sacred Valley
locals, Experience awe at a Machu Picchu sunrise, Hike the Inca Trail, Inca Trail
Peru

$430.00

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Day by Day Itinerary

Type Service: Group Tour
Itinerary: Fixed
Destinations: Inca Trail, Machu Picchu
Activities: Trekking and Walking,Cultural and
History,Multi-Activity,Family,Culinary

Day 1 – Transportation to Km 82 – Wayllabamba

Pick up from the Hotel at 5:30am and drive to Km 82
the head of the Inca Trail. We begin our hike by crossing the bridge over the
Urubamba River and walking along its left shore as it flows northwest. Following the
trail along a flat terrain, we arrive in Miskay (2800m/9184 ft) to then ascend and
finally see, from the tallest part of an overlook, the impressive Inca city of Llactapata
(2650m/8692 ft). We continue trekking along the valley created by the Kusichaca
River, gradually climbing for about five hours until we reach the community of
Wayllabamba, our first camping.
Meals Included: Box-lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 12 km (7, 47 miles)
Estimated walking time: 5-6 hours
Maximum altitude point: 3000m (9840 ft)


Day 2 – Wayllabamba – Pacaymayo

Breakfast; we begin the most difficult part of the trek,
which consists of an abrupt and steep ascent that stretches for 9 km along this climb.
The first pass Warmihuañusca (Dead Woman´s 4200m/13776 ft) we may see
domesticated llamas and alpacas grazing on ichu, one of the few plants that grow at
high altitude. Walking down and cross an area of the so called cloud forest, which is
the habitat for many different kinds of birds like hummingbirds and sparrows, and the
Andean bear. We advise that on this day specially, your daypack is well stocked with
candies, chocolates and coca leaves that will keep your sugar level high, and help
with altitude sickness. We descend into the Pacaymayo (3600m/11808 ft), where we
camp.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 11 km (6, 84 miles)
Estimated walking time: 6-7 hours
Maximum altitude point: 4200m (13776 ft)


Day 3 – Pacaymayo – Wiñay Wayna

Breakfast; we ascend again past the Inca site of
Runkuracay (3970m/13022 ft). As we reach the second pass, the landscape opens
onto spectacular new views to the snow peaks of the Pumasillo range. Then we
descend towards Yanacocha and enter the cloud forest to finally arrive at
Sayacmarca. This is a beautiful complex made up of a semicircular construction,
enclosures at different levels, narrow streets, liturgical fountains, patios and irrigation
canals. Continuing up an easy climb to the third pass Phuyupatamarca, continue our
trek down the long descending stone steps that lead us to Wiñay wayna
(2650m/8692 ft) where we spend our last camping.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Total distance: 16 km (9, 94 miles)
Estimated walking time: 8 hours
Maximum altitude point: 3900m (12792 ft)


Day 4 – Wiñay wayna – Visit Machu Picchu – Back to Cusco

Breakfast; we wake up at 4:00am an hour later and
climb to the Inti Punku (Sun Gate) from this fabulous spot, we may see the sunrise
over the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu (2400m/7872 ft). From here we descend
into Machu Picchu, 40 minutes later we enter the citadel from the highest point
through the “House of the Guardians”. We then descend to the control point where
we register ourselves and leave our backpacks.

Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided tour of the
Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most
important preserved Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three
Windows, houses, warehouses, a large central square; and all connected by narrow
roads and steps that are surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour you’ll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure.
Then, you will have time to perform some of the following activity by yourself (not
included in the price):

1. Climb Wayna Picchu; for the most adventurous
people, we suggest to go up the Wayna Picchu from where you can appreciate the
immensity of Machu Picchu, even more amazing being high and distant.

Train back to Cusco: In the afternoon train departure to
Cusco; upon arrival to Cusco reception and transfer to the Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast
Total distance: 4 km (2, 49 miles)
Estimated walking time: 2 hours
Maximum altitude point: 2700m (8829 ft)


Depart Cusco

Our representative will assist you and transfer to the airport and say
goodbye.

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Easy Inca Trail 2d/1n

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Amazing short hike thought the ancient
pathway of the Incas, Machu Picchu: This trip allows a taste of the famous
stunning Inca Trail without days of hiking and camping. For the travelers who don’t
have much time for trekking, this is the best and unique trek option available. We
begin the hike from the train stop at Kilometer 104 and follow the trail for six hours to
the spectacular view of Machu Picchu from Inti Punku (Sun Gate); from here
descending into the world famous Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu

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* (*) Price based in double accommodation with Tourist Class
Hotel

Type Service: Group Tour
Itinerary: Fixed
Destinations: Machu Picchu
Activities: Trekking and Walking,Cultural and History

Day 1 – Cusco to Aguas Calientes

Pick up from the Hotel and transfer to the nearby train
station to Poroy, the train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys
that visitors can experience. The train will take us to km 104 (starting point of the
hike), we start visiting the Chachabamba archaeological site (2150m/7052ft), hike
upon an 8 km ascending trail, which after 4 hours takes us to the archaeological site
of Wiñay wayna (2650m/8692ft). This is an impressive site made up of an
agricultural center with numerous terraces, a religious sector and an urban sector,
and then we go on and climb to the Sun Gate. From this fabulous spot, we may
contemplate the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu. Then we take the bus down to
Aguas Calientes, dinner in a nice restaurant, overnight at Aguas Calientes
Hotel
Meals Included: Box-lunch, Dinner


Day 2 – Machu Picchu full day / Back to Cusco

Breakfast at the hotel; full day Excursion to Machu Picchu, early transfer to the bus
stop for the short ride (25 minutes) up to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Upon arrival,
you will participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the
Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial (the most important preserved Intihuatana), the
Royal Quarters, the Temple of the three Windows, houses, warehouses, a large
central square; and all connected by narrow roads and steps that are surrounded by
terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour you’ll have time to stroll around the
Archaeological site at your leisure.Opportunity to climb to the top of Wayna Picchu,
with a magnificent view of the whole Sanctuary, returns in the afternoon by train to
Poroy train station and transfer to your Cusco hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast
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Ancascocha Trek Inca Trail MachuPicchu 7D/6N

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Day 1: Cusco – Soqma – Rayan

We leave Cusco early in the morning and drive 1 hour and 45 minutes to Soqma (3,205 m / 10,512 ft). This is the starting point of our trek and where we meet the horsemen that will join us during the hike. Additionally, our chef will be waiting for us here with a delicious and energizing breakfast.

We begin the hike with a 1 ¾ hour walk to the Perolniyoc cascade lookout. This is a perfect opportunity to stop for photos and a snack. The waterfall that you will see at this location is breathtaking! We will then hike a further 35 minutes until we visit the Inca site of the same name, where we will have a brief tour. This will be our lunch site.

After a refueling lunch, we will ascend 45 minutes until our camp at Rayan (3,700 meters/9,350 ft)

  • Meals:  Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Lowest Elevation: 3,205 m/ 10,512 ft
  • Highest Elevation: 3,700 m/ 12,136 ft
  • Distance to walk: 8 km/5 miles
  • Approximate walking time: 4 to 5 hours
  • Level of Difficulty: Moderate
  • Area: Dry Mountain

Day 2: Rayan – Chancachuco – Ancashcocha

We depart camp at about 6:30 AM for a 4 hour uphill trek with incredible views of the “nevadas”/snow-capped peaks, llamas, valleys, and if we are lucky, a passing condor – the largest bird in the Andes with a wing-span of up to 10 feet across. Here we reach the Kuychicassa pass (4,450 m /14,596 ft) where we take a break and soak in the magnificent views of the Chancachuco Valley on one side of the pass and the Sacred Valley of the Incas on the other side.

Then we start our descent and hike for another hour until we reach the location where we will take our lunch break.

After lunch we ascend for 30 min by way of a narrow trail following a stream with beautiful views of Mt. Veronica (5,822 m/ 19,100 ft).

This is followed by a 4 hour walk downhill to reach the small community of Ancashcocha (3,700 m/12,136 ft), our campsite for the evening, in a small, gorgeous wooded valley with a stream running through it.

  • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Highest Elevation:   4,450 m/ 15,250 ft
  • Campsite elevation: 3,700 m/ 12,136 ft
  • Distance to walk: 16 km/ 10 miles
  • Approximate walking time: 8 to 10 hours
  • Level of Difficulty: Challenging
  • Area: Dry Mountain

Day 3: Ancascocha – Huayanay pass – Muyu Muyu community – Paucarcancha

Views of a nearby glacier and well preserved Inca remains are the highlight of this day. After a hearty breakfast we are ready for this challenging day. Ascending towards the Huayanay Pass (4,650 m/ 15,298 ft) for 4 hours, the highest point of our trek, which is a steep zigzag trail uphill, we find an original cobblestone paved Inca trail. On the way, we see the beautiful waterfall that feeds into the Ancashcocha lake.

After this stunning view, we descend for 45 minutes until the Inca site of Incarajay. We will have lunch here.

At this point we will embark on a long descent into greener vegetation. During this stretch of the trek we will have views of the classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu appear in the distance, and fascinating views of the communities of the Qésqua valley. We will pass by the quaint Muyu Muyu community (3,850 m/12,628 ft).

From Muyu Muyu it is a further 2 hour descent to our campsite next to the beautiful Inca remains of Paucarcancha (3,133 m/10,276 ft). This camp is a unique Inca settlement recently restored that served as a “Tambo.” A Tambo was an Incan structure that was built for administrative and military purposes.

  • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Highest Elevation: 4,650 m/ 15,298 ft
  • Campsite elevation: 3,133 m/ 10,276 ft
  • Distance to walk: 16 km/ 10 miles
  • Approximate walking time: 7-8 hours
  • Level of Difficulty: Challenging
  • Area: Dry Mountain

Day 4: Paucarcancha – Ayapata – Llulluchapampa

Today we change pace as we join the classic Inca Trail. This is where we will say goodbye to our horsemen and the horses, and meet our porters.

From Paucarcancha we will hike 25 minutes downhill to the last village on the Classic Inca Trail, Huayllabamba (2,866 m / 9,400 ft). This will be followed by a 4 hour uphill hike to Llulluchapampa (3,700 m/12,136 ft). On the way we will hike through many ecosystems, including the cloud forest. Llulluchapampa is our camp for the night. It is located very close to Dead Woman´s Pass.

  • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Minimum Elevation: 2,866 m / 9,400 ft
  • Highest/Campsite Elevation: 3,700 m/12,136 ft
  • Approximate walking time: 4 – 5 hours
  • Level of Difficulty: Moderate
  • Area: Dry Mountain

Day  5: Llulluchapampa – Pacaymayo – Chaquicocha

Your porters will wake you up early with a hot cup of coca tea to get you ready for the day. Today is the longest day of the Inca trail portion of the hike and we will start early. We’ll hike for roughly 2 hours to the highest pass of the Inca trail, Dead Woman’s Pass (4,215 meters/13,829 feet). On reaching the pass we’ll stop for a short break to enjoy the views before setting off again to descend to the next valley (Pacaymayu Valley – Hidden River).

It’s another hour and a half down the side of the valley to our lunch spot and a chance to refill our water bottles. After lunch we begin ascending again to the second pass of the trek. It’s 2 hours to the pass and along the way we’ll stop at a small Inca site (Runcu Raccay) and see two huge waterfalls cascading down the opposite side of the valley. After the second pass, it’s another hour downhill hike to reach the magnificent Inca site, Sayacmarca (an otherwise inaccessible village).

We’ll stop here for a rest and have a tour of the site and then watch the sunset over the Vilcabamba mountain range. It’s then just another 20 minutes until we stop for the night at our campsite Chaquicocha (Dry Lake, 3,600 m/ 11,808 ft). After dinner we can do some stargazing and your guide will point out the fascinating Inca constellations. In the magnificent Southern Hemisphere sky, away from all the artificial lighting, this sky is something to behold!

  • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Highest Elevation: 4,215 m/ 13,829 ft
  • Campsite elevation: 3,600 m/ 11,808 ft
  • Distance to walk: 16 km/ 10 miles
  • Level of Difficulty: Challenging
  • Area: Andes and Cloud Forest

Day 6: Chaquicocha – Phuyupatamarca – Wiñay Wayna

After another fantastic breakfast we will hike for two hours until we reach Phuyupatamarca (3,680 m/ 12,073 ft). From this location we will have astonishing views of Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Mountain, and Huayna Picchu mountain. We will also have a guided tour of the Phuyupatamarca Inca site.

Now it is time to head into the rain forest! We will walk downhill for 2 ½ hours until we reach our camp. During this stretch of the trail we will visit Inti Pata. Many people feel that the most beautiful pictures of the entire Inca trail can be taken from this location! After Inti Pata it is a further 30 minutes to our campsite at Wiñay Wayna (2,680 m /8,792 ft). When we arrive at the camp we will have lunch. After relaxing for a short time we will visit the archeological site that bears the same name as the camp.

Wiñay Wayna is the largest and most beautiful archeological site on the Inca trail and means forever young in Quechua. We are one of the few companies that provide a guided tour of Wiñay Wayna.

  • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Accommodations: Camping
  • Maximum altitude: 3,600 m/11,808 ft
  • Minimum altitude: 2,680 m/8,792 ft
  • Distance to walk: 10 km/ 6.2 miles
  • Approximate walking time: 5 hours
  • Area: High Cloud Forest
  • Difficulty: Easy

Day 7: Wiñay Wayna – Sun Gate – Machu Picchu – Cusco

We will rise very early to complete the final stretch of the Inca Trail, which brings us to Inti Punku or the Sun Gate, the principal entrance of the crystal city of Machu Picchu. The trail here is fairly easy going and after about an hour we will arrive to Inti Punku (2,400 m/ 7,875 ft), an awesome location to observe the citadel of Machu Picchu and the sunrise in the Andes.

From Inti Punku it is a further 40 minute downhill hike to the citadel of Machu Picchu. We will go to the classic “photo” spot and take pictures once we arrive. Then there will be a short break prior to starting our tour of Machu Picchu. The tour will last two hours. If you elect to climb Huayna Picchu mountain, your hike will begin after the tour, at 10 AM.

When you are finished exploring the extraordinary city of Machu Picchu you will travel to Aguas Calientes by bus. You will then take the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo where our private van will be waiting to transport you back to your hotel in Cusco. Arrival time in Cusco depends on the time of your train ticket.

  • Meals:  Breakfast
  • Maximum altitude: 2,700 m/ 8,856 ft
  • Minimum altitude: 2,400 m/ 7,875 ft
  • Distance to walk: 5 km/ 3.73 miles
  • Approximate walking time: 2 hours

Airport drop off:

We will provide transportation to the airport or bus station when you end your trip to Cusco!