Cuncani (3810 msl / 12500 ft) to Uray Qelwacocha (4350 msl / 14270 ft)

Cuncani - The day’s journey begins at 6:00 AM when private transportation and a guide will arrive at your hotel in Cusco to embark on a 3.5-hour drive to the starting point, Cuncani. From there, a gradual 2.5-hour ascent will take you through vibrant landscapes, offering sightings of llamas, alpacas, and viscacha, along with breathtaking views of mountain lakes and glaciers. After a 4-hour trek, you will arrive at the quaint village of Cancha (3,800 m) for an overnight stay.
• Distance covered: 6 km / 3.7 miles
• Duration: 4 hours
• Lowest elevation: Cuncani, 3810 m (12500 ft)
• Highest elevation: Paso Tortilluyoq, 4380 m (14370 ft)
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Highlights: Scenic views, lakes, glaciers, wildlife (llamas, alpacas), local culture

Uray Qelwacocha (4350 msl / 14272 ft) to Ccancao (4430 msl / 14534 ft)

Lares - The ascent begins with a one-hour climb to Puca Cocha Pass at 4530 m above sea level (14862 ft). Upon reaching the pass, enjoy a unique view of the Lares Valley and its mountains before a gradual descent, followed by another ascent to Palchayoq at 4350 m (14862 ft), where diverse regional wildlife can be observed. The journey continues with an ascent to Mantanay Pass at 4660 m (15289 ft). From this vantage point, a stunning view of the Auroray lagoon awaits, where a tent will be set up nearby for lunch. Post-lunch, a gradual ascent to the Wayruruyoq Pass (4690 m or 15387 ft) follows, leading to a descent to the campsite at Cancao (4430 m or 14534 ft).
• Distance covered: 8 km / 5 miles
• Duration: 7 hours
• Lowest: Ccancao, 4430 m (14534 ft)
• Highest: Paso Wayruruyoq, 4690 m (15387 ft),
• Difficulty: Strenuous
• Highlights: Scenic landscapes, lakes, glaciers, wildlife, local culture

Ccancao to Marcacocha to Machu Picchu Pueblo (2046 msl / 6712 ft)

Ollantaytambo - Following breakfast, the descent continues past herds of llamas and alpacas, with magnificent views of valleys and ravines, through fields of crops such as potatoes, corn, and quinoa, until reaching Marcacocha, where private transport will be ready to take you to Ollantaytambo. From there, board a train to Machu Picchu town.
• Distance covered: 5 km / 3.1 miles
• Duration: 3 hours
• Lowest elevation: Machu Picchu Pueblo, 2046 m (6712 ft)
• Highest elevation: Cancao, 4430 m (14534 ft)
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Highlights: Valley views, lagoons, llamas, alpacas, local culture

Machu Picchu Pueblo to Cusco

Machu Picchu - After breakfast at the hotel, a guide will accompany you to the bus station for a ride to the Machu Picchu archaeological site. The 25-minute drive leads to the control point, where entry to one of the world’s wonders begins, followed by a guided tour of the most remarkable spots within the Machu Picchu archaeological complex. This tour, led by a private professional guide, lasts approximately 3 hours. Afterwards, return to Machu Picchu Pueblo (also known as Aguas Calientes) by bus, then take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where private transport will be waiting to return you to your hotel in Cusco.

• Private transportation
• Entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu archaeological site
• Private transportation from the train station to your hotel in Cusco
• Private transport from the hotel to the start of the hike
• Entrance tickets and fees throughout the course of the hike, with assistance
• Water Refills
• Bus to/from Machu Picchu Pueblo to the entrance of the Machu Picchu archaeological site
• Round-trip train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo

• Extra items while hiking such as sodas, snacks, etc.
• Travel insurance
• Gratuities
• All Camping Equipment and Sleeping Accommodations
• All Food

For explorers keen on immersing themselves in a portion of Peru that continues to uphold its customary lifestyle and indigenous culture.

The Lares Trek serves as an impressive gateway to delve into Andean communities that preserve their vibrant traditional attire and Quechua vernacular. Men and women here primarily thrive on pastoralism (rearing llamas and alpacas) and cultivating local produce like potato, corn, and various cereals. These will form part of our diet throughout our route, produce that is entirely organically produced using time-honored farming tools and natural fertilizers.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.