Private - Lares Valley Trek - 3 Days

Day 1: Lares Valley Trek: Cusco - Lares - Cuncani

Very early, as the sun begins to shine on the roofs Cusco, the journey that leads to Lares and crosses the Amparaes pass at 4470m is a phenomenal drive which winds through arid landscapes, occasional rivers run across the road and the mountain views are breathtaking.

Starting from the hot baths of Lares, a gradual climb of a few hours we will stop for a delicious lunch, before continuing on to the community of Cuncani, our camp for the evening.

Day 2: Lares Valley Trek: Cuncani - Paso de Pumahuanca - Paccha

If the day is clear, we will wake up to the imposing view of Colque Cruz, a majestic mountain capped by a glacier, which provides water to the community. The ascent is challenging. As we get closer to the pass, the trail becomes steeper and rockier.

On reaching the summit a stunning view of the Pampas of Anta awaits us, followed by a descent that will be most agreeable after such a long climb. The drop continues until we reach our camp, a tranquil paradise, surrounded by trees and crossed by a small river. Tonight, if we find some dead wood, we will enjoy a campfire.

Day 3: Lares Valley Trek: Paccha - Piscigranja - Ollantaytambo -

This morning will be our last on the trail and after breakfast, there will be a chance to take photos with our porters, cooks and field staff. All those who made this trip possible. From here the walk becomes easier down to the piscigranja (fish farm). After a few short hours, we will meet the private transportation that will take us to Ollantaytambo station to board the train to Aguas Calientes.

As the train travels along, the valley turns into a canyon and the scenery alters, as the cloud forests begin to appear, on our approach to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary. We will disembark the train at Aguas Calientes. After a well-deserved shower, we will enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the best restaurants in town.

Price includes

Briefing one day before the trek.

Collection from your hotel in the morning of the trek departure.

3 nutritious meals per day (vegetarian options available).

Drinking water along the trek.

Bilingual guide (Assistant Guide for groups over 6 passengers).

Chef (assistant chef for larger groups).

Quadruple tents to be used by two people, allowing more comfort and more space to store backpacks.

Mules (for equipment and personal items) and muleteers.

Saddled horse in case of emergencies or if you are making very little progress (this horse is with the group at all times).

First aid kit and oxygen bottle.

Kitchen tent and dining tent with camp tables and chairs.

Toilet tent.

Duffel bags (up to 7Kg/15lbs per person).

We can help design your whole stay, all treks and tours are fully customisable.