Lares Trek & Machu Picchu - 7 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Cusco - Independently explore the captivating ancient capital of the Inca Empire
- Lares Trek - Embark on one of the most scenic treks in the world, hiking through the rugged Andes Mountains
- Aruraycocha - Admire the incredible views from the highest point of the trek (4500 MASL), looking down at the beautiful Aruraycocha lake
- Machu Picchu - Marvel at the world famous Inca citadel, which is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World
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Trip includes
- 3 nights 4 star hotel in Cusco, 1 night 3star hotel in Aguas Calientes and 2 nightscamping in 2-man tents on the Lares Trek
- 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 afternoon snacks, 3 dinners and various snacks to be eaten throughout the day during the trek (if you would like vegetarian food or a special diet, please let us know in advance)
- Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 7
- 3-day Lares Trek - all camping and cookingequipment is provided apart from yoursleeping bag, which can be hired locally
- Escorted by a bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guide on the trek, with cooks and horsemen
- All relevant transfers and transportation
- Expedition train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and Aguas Calientes to Poroy
- Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Entrance to Machu Picchu and guided tour with a bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guide
- First aid kit
- Note: This tour is operated by a trusted local partner and you will join travellers who booked through different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
Itinerary
Welcome to Peru and to the beautiful city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire. After arriving at the airport, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the fascinating history of Cu...
After breakfast, you have a free day to explore Cusco at your own pace. Cusco was once the capital of the Inca Empire and is now a top spot for archaeology in the Americas. It's also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on the continent. You can check out local archaeological sites like Saqsaywaman, Tambomachay, and Qenqo, or perhaps join a Peruvian cooking class.
Day 3 is the start of our trek and after a hearty breakfast we set off to Calca in the Sacred Valley. We begin with a uphill climb, taking us up to 4,265 metres above sea level, where we're greeted by a stunning view across two mountains, Pitusiray and Sawasiray. Desc...
After an early start and a hearty breakfast we embark on the toughest day of the trek. It's a steep uphill climb to a mountain pass at about 4,500 meters above sea level – the highest point reached on our Lares trek. Here there's beautiful views over the Aruraycocha l...
Beginning the final day of the Lares Trek we set off towards Yanahuara (2,950m). As we reach this beautiful town, we notice the temperature change and the climate begins to warm up. This area is important for its white grain corn production, used by many as a staple o...
It's an early start this morning as we take a short bus journey to the gates of the mystical Machu Picchu. With our knowledgeable local guide we begin a 2-hour walking tour around this incredible site, taking in the most famous and most spectacular parts of the extens...
Our week of excitement and adventure comes to and end today. An airport transfer will be provided to take you to Cusco airport for your onward flight.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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What's excluded
- International flights and visas
- Sleeping bag - can be hired locally
- Tipping - refer to the Tipping paragraph in the Trip Notes for further information
- Evacuation: in the event of a serious medical injury, we will coordinate with your travel insurance company to arrange evacuation.
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Minimum age is 7 years old but not recommended for under 10s.
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