Lares Trek
A scenic and rugged mountain route, this trek leads you to Machupicchu through the unspoiled Andean highlands where the local farmers and villagers continue their way of life as they have for the past 500 years. Among the lakes, peaks, and passes, these regional peoples have learned to live and farm in the extremes of the Peruvian landscape.
Wearing the vivid colours of their traditional ponchos, these high altitude farmers wander and work in their markets and villages of thatched stone and adobe houses. This trail offers a unique insight to the ingenious methods that these mountain people have developed over centuries to raise corn, potatoes, llamas, alpacas, and other products among these steep and spectacular peaks.
Route: Cusco-Lares trek-Machu Picchu.
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(HK-18708-P) |
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Meal: Included while on the Lares Trek and breakfast |
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Transport |
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* Post tour and Pre accommodation
* Travel insurance.
* Tickets bus up and down to Machupicchu.
* One extra horse for each two passengers to carry your personal belonging. (You only walk with you day pack). |
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Suitability / Level |
Moderate |
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Activity Days
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Cusco- Lares-Wacawasi-Sondor.
We depart Cuzco early in the morning and travel to the township of Calca (2900m) in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visiting an ancient bakery there’s a chance to snack n delicious freshly baked bread and atch traditional cooking methods. We also visit the principal local markets selling a multitude of Andean crops including colourful corns, seeds and spices. The markets are a fantastic place for authentic photographs or simply to spend a while soaking up the atmosphere of life – and everyday trading – totally untouched by tourism. Continuing on from Calca we drive to the highest point of the day passing Inca burial tombs, local farms and herds of wild llama en route. Stopping for a short guided walk we visit the vast pre Inca ruins of Ascasmarca with stunning views of the surrounding valley and mountains. From here we make our way down into the Lares Valley to the small community of Lares, stopping for a short time to buy last minute supplies, before continuing on to Chancachaca, for lunch and the starting point of our trek. Although throughout our trek we are supported by an experienced team of porters to tend to our constant daily needs, all of our required equipment will be carried by a herd of Llamas. This makes our trek more authentic and within the tradition of the area. Wacawasi , located at 3800 metres and one of the largest Villages of direct descendants of the Incas, will be our first stop. We will see the unspoiled traditional daily activities of the local way of life. Continuing on, we follow the ancient trail to arrive at Sondor; at 4220 meters, this is our first campsite and home for tonight.
Day 2: Sondor - Marcacocha
This morning we cross our first high pass of Wacawasi, at 4520 meters, which is located on the shoulder of the holy Pumahuanca mountains. Following on, we cross the second high pass of Wayruruyoc at 4520 meters. We see spectacular views of Aruraycocha Lake, situated at 4280 meters. We also see the surrounding valleys and the Andian farmers dressed in their traditional, brightly coloured ponchos and head-wear ; they will be tending their crops and alpaca/llama herds. This is a remote and rarely visited region and our time here makes for an unforgettable
experience, and supreme photographic opportunities. We will stop for a welldeserved lunch, at Hatunwayqo, and this afternoon we continue on to our second camp site of Marcacocha at 3400 meters.
Day 3: Marcacocha - Ollantaytambo –Aguas Calientes
We have an early morning start today as we set off for Ollantaytambo. We stop to visit the
dramatic Inca site of Pumamarca, which dominates the entire valley. From Pumamarca an original Inca trail carries us down the lush valley among Inca terracing to Ollantaytambo. After a relaxing lunch (not included) we board the train, and following the Urubamba river we arrive at
the small but well-known township of Aguas Calientes - the starting point for tomorrow’s visit to the astounding lost Inca City of Machu Picchu and our home for tonight. Aguas Calientes is named after its nearby hot springs. There is time here to relax in the soothing pools and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner.
Day 4: Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Early in the morning, we will walk up to the Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. We will begin out our visit by observing the great scenery that surrounds us, the beauty of its temples, worshipping places, enclosures, and steps that connect the different levels on which the constructions rest. As you will see, all of Machu Picchu is an exaltation to stone. After our visit to the ruins, we will descend to the village of Aguas Calientes, where you can have lunch and then return to Cusco. |
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Accommodation
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Camping (02 nights), Hostal Basic (01 nights |
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