DAY 1: CUSCO - CALCA - FUNDO HUARAN - CANCHA CANCHA - ACCOPATA.

Your Lares Trek adventure begins early with hotel pick-up at 5:30 a.m. and a scenic 2-hour drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, offering breathtaking morning views. A short stop is made in Calca for last-minute supplies before continuing deeper into the Andes.

Enjoy breakfast at Huaran Farm (3,000 m / 9,843 ft), where you meet your trekking team and begin the hike. The trail follows the Cancha Cancha River, ascending gradually through impressive Andean landscapes, traditional farmlands, and native Polylepis (Chachacomo) forests, home to hummingbirds and other highland wildlife.

After a freshly prepared lunch in nature, continue hiking to Acopata (3,950 m / 12,959 ft), your campsite overlooking the Cancha Cancha Valley. End the day with afternoon tea, a hearty dinner, and a memorable stargazing experience, learning about the Inca constellations still used by Andean communities today.

Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals Included: Snacks, afternoon tea & dinner

DAY 2: PACHACUTEQ PASS TREK & LARES HOT SPRINGS TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

Day 2 is the most rewarding day of the Lares Trek, featuring the challenging ascent to Pachacutec Pass (4,500 m / 14,764 ft) with spectacular views of glaciers, turquoise lagoons, alpacas, and dramatic Andean peaks. After reaching the summit, descend through remote valleys and authentic Quechua communities, stopping at the scenic Seven Waterfalls. Relax your muscles at the Lares Hot Springs, soaking in natural volcanic waters, before continuing to Ollantaytambo for dinner and overnight stay.

Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles)
Hiking Time: 7–8 hours
Difficulty: Challenging – Moderate
Meals Included: Lunch, Snacks, afternoon tea & dinner

DAY 3: SHORT INCA TRAIL (KM 104) – WIÑAYHUAYNA – SUN GATE – MACHU PICCHU

Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Ollantaytambo and transfer to the train station for a scenic 1.5-hour ride to Km 104, the start of the Short Inca Trail. After the official checkpoint, visit Chachabamba, an important Inca ceremonial site.

Begin a gradual ascent on original Inca stone steps, passing lush cloud forest, waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna. Reach the spectacular archaeological complex of Wiñay Wayna, famous for its terraces, temples, and panoramic views of the Urubamba Valley, where you’ll enjoy lunch.

Continue along the classic Inca Trail to the Sun Gate (Intipunku) for your first unforgettable view of Machu Picchu. Descend to Machu Picchu Town (Aguas Calientes) for hotel check-in and dinner.

Distance: 12 km (7.5 miles)
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Meals Included: Box Lunch & Dinner

DAY 4: MACHU PICCHU GUIDED TOUR – RETURN TO CUSCO

Today is the highlight of your journey: Machu Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas. After breakfast, take one of the first buses to the citadel and experience the magical sunrise over Machu Picchu.

Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour with your expert Machupicchu Condor Trek guide, exploring the main agricultural, urban, and religious sectors while learning about Inca history, engineering, and spirituality. After the tour, enjoy free time or choose optional activities (not included).

• Huayna Picchu Mountain or Machu Picchu Mountain hike (advance reservation required, limited permits)

• Relax at the Aguas Calientes hot springs

Later, descend by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, board the train to Ollantaytambo, followed by private transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

• Hiking Time: 2 hours
• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Meals Included: Breakfast

INCLUDED

• Airport transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
• Transporte privado de Cusco - Hacienda Huaran
• Comfortable tents (2 people accommodated in a 4-person tent).
• All camping equipment, including dining tent, tables, chairs, and kitchen tent.
• First aid kit, including an emergency oxygen bottle.
• Mules and horses for camping equipment, plus one pack horse for up to 7 kg of your personal items (extra clothing, sleeping bag, etc.).
• Provision of an emergency horse for the group to ensure all participants can complete the trek.
• Private toilet tent for our group only.
• Comfortable foam sleeping mat.
• Boiled water for drinking and washing.
• Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
• Farewell dinner in Aguas Calientes (tourist restaurant).
• Hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes with private room and bathroom.
• Round-trip bus tickets.
• Entrance fees to Machu Picchu and Lares.
• Professional bilingual trekking guide (English/Spanish).
• Private guided tour of Machu Picchu.
• Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
• Private transportation from Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco.
• Local taxes.

NOT INCLUDED

• First breakfast.
• Entrance fee to the hot springs.
• Personal tent (available at an additional cost).
• Sleeping bag (available for rent from our company).
• Sleeping bag (available for rent from our company).
• Entrance to Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountains.
• Entrance to the Inca Bridge and Sun Gate.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

• Original passport (the same used for booking your trek)
• Valid University card (if you booked as a student)
• Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
• Water storage:  2-3 L (Camelbaks are encouraged)
• Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
• Sleeping bag (can be rented from MACHUPICCHU CONDOR TREK)
• Headlamp: essential
• Toilet paper
• Good rain gear

WHAT TO PUT IN THE DUFFEL BAG

• 4 t-shirts
• 2 hiking pants at least
• 4 sets of undergarments
• 4 sets of hiking socks
• Fleece/ Thermals
• Warm clothes, down jacket — 2nd campsite temp around 3º C
• Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
• Comfortable shoes for camp
• Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might prefer something larger
• Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash
• Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek
• Large plastic bags will be provided at the office to line your duffel
• Sleeping bag: It has to be at least -15ºC – This can be rented from us for $20 USD

TOILETRIES

• Face moisturizer
• Hand sanitizer
• Wet wipes
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Personal medications
• First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.

LARES TREK & SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU – 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS – PRICE & BOOKINGS

This beautiful and unique adventure through the Lares valley, combined with the short Inca trail to Machupicchu, is available year-round. even better  you can choose your preferred travel dates, with a minimum of two participants. book your spot now and make this dream adventure yours.

GROUP PRICE IN SHARED SERVICE.

PRIVATE SERVICE PRICES.

• • 2 Persons: $947 per person
  • 3 Persons: $917 per person
  • 4 Persons: $897 per person
  • 5 Persons: $877 per person
  • 6 persons: $857 per person 

  For groups of 7 or more travelers, please contact us for a special group price: info@condortrek.com

  Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter in Salkantay only Inca Trail!).

PLEASE NOTE:

• Pricing is determined by the number of participants, as this trek is more exclusive and typically operates with smaller groups of just 2 to 4 people — offering a more personalized and intimate experience. 

  *Your rate includes an extra pack horse to carry up to 7 kg of your personal belongings. For your convenience, we’ll provide a durable duffel bag where you can safely pack your items.

AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS:

We offer special savings for travelers in the following categories:

• • • • Students (18–25 years old) – $25 USD off
        Valid student ID required (must include: university name, student’s full name, photo, and expiration date). A copy of the card must be provided at the time of booking for government verification.

      • Travelers under 18 years old – $25 USD off
        A copy of your passport must be provided at the time of booking.

      • Children under 11 years old – $30 USD off
        A copy of your passport must be provided at the time of booking.