ALL TREKS CUSCO PERU Package: Lares Trek Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights Type: Arqueologycal, Cultural and Adventure Group Size: Maximum 12, no minimum required Difficulty degree of this hike: Challenging due to the altitude: we recommend a period of at least 2 days for acclimatization in Cusco or over 3000m/9840ft Departures Day: - Fixed departures are available along the year. Exception: one-month closing period of all Inca Trail routes in February. Please contact us to check departures to alternatives routes. -  All private service departure dates are adapted to your request.           DESCRIPTION This trip Combine the best of the Lares Valley and the fascinating Inca archeological remains of Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. Our first stop is the colonial town of Lares, there, we can enjoy the hot springs before begin our four-day trek through the spectacular Urubamba Range. Each day is reasonably paced with enough time to enjoy the wonderful scenery, appreciating the life of the Andean farmers. On the fourth day we reach the legendary Inca town of Ollantaytambo, Next, we will take the short train ride to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, one of the worlds most beautiful and important archeological remains. INTINERARY DAY 1: CUSCO - CUNCANI We will Depart from Cusco early morning in our private bus through the Sacred Valley, until the Colonial town of Lares (3,100 masl. Or 10,230 Ft.). Here, we will spend some time taking a bath in the hot thermal springs, lunch. After it, accompanied by mules and llamas to carry all our packs, we will begin our hike up the river, and we will continue for about 3 hours until reaching the charming community of Cuncani (3,600 masl. Or 11,880 Ft.) Campsite. DAY 2: CUNCANI - QUISHUARANI Early in the morning, we will be soon in front of the snow-capped peak, of Silver Cross (5,700masl. Or 18,810 Ft.) Continuing our trek, we will pass a succession of turquoise lakes and then continue to the first high pass at Uchuycasa (4,000 masl. Or 13,200 Ft.) From this place, we will enjoy the nice views of the valley below us, our trail will take us down to the village of Quishuarani (3,700 masl. Or 12,210 Ft. ), where we will spend the night. DAY 3: QUISHUARANI - CANCHA CANCHA Today, we will begin with a short walk to an impressive lake, there, we will also see the falls of Pausi. Our trail leads up to the right, passing many small waterfalls and following an original Inca stone path. As we reach the Pachacuti pass (4,500 masl. Or 14,850 Ft.), we will have spectacular views of the snow-covered peaks of Pitusiray (5,750masl. Or 18,975 ft) and Chicn (5,500 masl. Or 18315 Ft.). Down below, we can also see the striking Suirococha lake, located next to the village of Cancha Cancha (3,800 masl. Or 12,540 Ft.), our last campsite. DAY 4: CANCHA CANCHA - OLLANTAYTAMBO This will be our last difficult hiking day as we continue descending from the village of Cancha Cancha, passing local houses and pastoral farmland. As we will head into the warm valley, we will follow the mountain streams through a wide corridor filled with bird life and rocky formations. The trail comes out at Sayhuapata (2,800 masl. Or 9,240 Ft.), from there our private vehicle will take us to Ollantaytambo, the legendary Inca town. In the afternoon, we will have plenty of time to visit this archeological site. In the night, we will sleep comfortably in a hostel with great views of the Inca temples. DAY 5: OLLANTAYTAMBO - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO We will take the early morning train to Aguas Calientes (tourist class). There, we will take the tourist bus up to the famous archeological complex of Machu Picchu, arriving around 11:30 Am. An official english-speaking guide will lead a tour of approximately 2 hours, followed by time to explore the remains on our own. In the Afternoon, we will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes and then, we will take the train back to Cusco. WHAT IS INCLUDED Professional Spanish/English Speaking Guide Private transportation Cusco/Lares Ticket train Back Machupicchu/Cusco Camping Equipment(Mattress, Double Occupancy Tents) Dinning Tent, Kitchen Tent and Bathroom tent Cook Horses or Llamas to take our Equipment Muleteer Entrances Fees to Machupicchu All meals 01 night Hotel(Double Room) in Ollantaytambo WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED Drinks Tips. Breakfast on the first morning.and sleeping bag. Sleeping Bag WHAT WE RECOMMENDED THAT YOU BRING A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco) Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping Flashlight/headlamp and batteries Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions) Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold Sun block After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported Handkerchiefs Toilet paper Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Small towel Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes) Cash in soles and/or US$ Original passport Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount) Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage the Inca Trail) Options and Rentals: Extra night in Aguas Calientes $35 (or email us for alternate options). We will just need to arrange your train back to Cusco for the following day. Please tell us before final booking process. Sleeping bag rent: US$ 5.00 per day. Our sleeping bags are –8ºC-comfort (0ºF) They are cleaned after every use and have a maximum usage of 30 trips. Personal horse and horsemen for riding or carrying extra personal belongings while on the trek. Extra cost is $80 for the trek. Therm-a-rest inflatable sleeping pad rent: US$ 5.00 per day Students: Take advantage of our $20 USD discount for students if you hold a valid International Student Identity card (ISIC). You must send us a scanned copy of this when making your reservation and present the original to the entrance control office. Failure to do so will result in a loss of permit and denied entrance to the Machu Picchu. Prices Information: Trek prices are not stated on this website due to forever changing government and park fee prices. Please email us for more information.