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CUSCO UNKNOWN (6 days and 5 nights)
Duration: 6 Days and 5 Nights
Departures: Daily departures from Cusco Peru
Activities: Cusco City tour and Nearby ruins, Light
hiking to the village of Lares and Machu Picchu with overnight in the
Aguas Calientes town
Airfares: NOT INCLUDED, can easily be included in the
package upon request
Customizable: YES, feel free to ask for extra services
or modifications.
BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - 2 PEOPLE
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Basic Class 2** |
Tourist Class 3*** |
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Accommodation |
Orquidea Real |
Andes de America |
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Buffet Lunch |
Hatuchay Tower |
Sanctuary Lodge |
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Htl en A. Calientes |
Wiñaywayna |
Wiñaywayna |
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Price per Person |
US $765 |
US $ 850 |
BASED ON SINGLE OCCUPANCY - 1 PERSON
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Basic Class 2** |
Tourist Class 3*** |
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Accommodation |
Orquidea Real |
Andes de America |
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Buffet Lunch |
Hatuchay Tower |
Sanctuary Lodge |
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Htl en A.Calientes |
Wiñaywayna |
Wiñaywayna |
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Price per Person |
US $ 795 |
US $ 929 |
DAY1: CUSCO CITY TOUR:
Upon arrival to Cusco Airport. Reception and transportation to the
Hotel where you will receive an aromatic coca tea to stimulating for
the height, will have the free morning to rest and also we suggest
you have a light lunch in either your hotel or in one of the
surrounded; in the afternoon we will depart on a City tour (entrance
to the archaeological centers and museums including) we will visit
the Main square, Cathedral, the Koricancha (temple of the sun) and
in addition we will make a route bordering archaeological centers
like Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Q'enko, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay,
tour finishes 6:30pm approximately at the main square in order you
can take dinner in one of the exquisite restaurants in the area,
then overnight. (No meals included)
NOTES:
*City tour: from 1.45pm to 6:30pm approx. (Pickup from the hotel
starts at 1:15pm)
*Optional Buffet Dinner with Folkloric Show: Adding $24 per person
LARES TREK 4 DAYS
DAY 2: CUSCO - QUISHUARANI (LARES)-CUNCANI-YANACOCHA
Lunch–Supper
At scheduled time, you will be picked up from your hotel by a
representative of Yupi Adventure, then board a vehicle to take you
to the community of Lares, through the Sacred Valley of the Incas,
taking a detour through the town of Calca. The trip to Lares offers
by the presence of interesting scenarios of the Andean peoples that
exist in the route. We recommend bringing a camera always ready, as
there are sections where the landscape presents views to remember.
It will be ideal bringing some food for this trip, since the trip to
the community of Lares takes about 3 hours. We recommend fruits and
gifts for children of these villages, it is certain that we will
find them welcoming us to the community of Quishuarani (3,700 meters
above sea level), which is the starting point for the walk.
Throughout the tour, we visit small Andean communities, spectacular
landscapes and mountains, herds of llamas and alpacas, and have the
company of peasants (people from local villages) in colorful
traditional costumes. Carriers will have horses and the help of
travel assistants. Begin the beautiful hike through the Andes with a
gentle climb from 3700 to 4200 m, at which point you get to the lake
called Queuña Cocha, where you can see Mount Sawasiray (5400 m) and
Colquhoun Cruz (5600 meters) Here we will find a short climb, the
more pronounced in the first tranche. Hualcacasa (4400 meters),
Mount Veronica (5700 m, a sacred mountain to Apu in the Valley). It
is frequent to see this in the high mountains, after which it
descends for 30 minutes to reach the lunch place, located next to
the picturesque "Seven Lakes". After lunch, we will begin the
descent, which will take about 30 minutes through community Cuncani.
Then, little by little, for two hours, we will ascend the beautiful
slopes in order to get to our second point, Qolqecasa (4200 m).
After 30 minutes of descent, find beautiful lakes and waterfalls, to
finally arrive at approximately 16:30 pm at Yanacocha, where we will
camp overnight.
Accommodation: Camping
Maximum altitude: 4200 M
Minimum Altitude: 3700 M
Distance traveled: 14km
Approximate Walking Time: 6 to 7 hours.
DAY 3: YANACOCHA-WAKAWASI-MANTANAY
Breakfast–Lunch–Supper
After breakfast, at 6.30 am, we will leave Yanacocha and gradually
descend for about 2 hours to Chaqchapata (3950 m).
We will be able to see the potato crops, herds of llamas and alpacas
that are developed in this part of the Andes (part of the camelid
family), as well as the local communities of people still in our
time continue to live in farmhouses made of stone. Along the slope
can be seen Chaqchapata farmers. 30 minutes later you will find
Wakawasi. Then go up to about one hour and a half for our lunch in
“Hierba Esponjosa” (spongy grass). We will also see a glacial stream,
Champacocha.
After our lunch break, climb for about an hour to reach the highest
point our walk, Auroracasa pass (4600 m) where we can see the lagoon
Auroracocha. From Auroracasa we will descend to the two lagoons,
where you will be allowed to take pictures of this beautiful
landscape, and then enter the valley of Queuña. At this point it is
inevitable notice a change of scenery with beautiful mountains,
before reaching our campsite after a journey of approximately 2
hours.
Accommodation: Camping
Maximum altitude: 4600 M
Minimum Altitude: 3950 M
Distance traveled: 16kmApproximate
Walking Time: 7 to 8 hours.
DAY 4: MANTANAY-YANAHUARA
Breakfast–Lunch–Supper
After breakfast, at 7:30 am, we will start our walk that will bring
us a much easier day, as we descend to lower altitudes and enjoy
breathtaking views of the areas of Maras Moray and Salineras, the
mountains and the valley Queuña. You will notice the sudden change
of climate and environment, and will see local farmers and
agricultural crops in corn, potatoes and vegetables. The tour takes
about 4 hours, after which it reaches the picturesque town of
Yanahuara, where we will enjoy the last lunch together on our trip
before the departure of our staff, leaving the horses and horsemen.
A private bus will take us to the station of Ollantaytambo, where we
board the train for a 2-hour trip to the city of Machu Picchu, Aguas
Calientes.
Accommodation: Camping
Maximum altitude: 3900 M
Minimum Altitude: 2700 M
Distance traveled: 12km
Approximate Walking Time: 4 to 5 hours
DAY 5: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU-OLLANTAYTAMBO
Breakfast–Lunch
Very early, at 5:30 am, after the breakfast we will depart to
experience a perfect visit to the ruins of Machu Picchu. You will
need to leave early to avoid congestion with other groups of
tourists and enjoy the spectacular view of sunrise over the
mountains of Machu Picchu. To reach the ruins of Machu Picchu, it is
necessary to take the local bus. This short bus ride takes only 20
minutes, and runs an unpaved track, very steep and winding through a
jungle and mountain features stunning views. Finally, we arrive at
Machu Picchu, where our guide will accompany us on a tour of the
most important sectors of this beautiful citadel. In Machu Picchu we
will go 2 hours with our guide and visit the agricultural area,
consisting of sets of agricultural terraces, the urban area where
the occupants lived and where some of the main civil and religious
activities.
We will also visit the Intiwatana of Machu Picchu, located on the
top of the citadel, the Temple of the Sun, the Condor and other
major sectors. Later we have free time to explore the city on our
own account. Around 13:00, we will be taking the bus back to Aguas
Calientes, where lunch is scheduled. Next, take the train back to
Ollantaytambo and then we will be transported in a comfortable
tourist bus to Cusco. The trip to the Cusco will take approximately
4 hours. Crews will pick up participants at the train station and
directs them to their hotels. End of the trip.
Accommodation: Not Included
Maximum altitude: 2400 M
Minimum Altitude: 2000 M
Distance: 0 km
Approximate time of Visit: 3 to 4 hours.
DAY 6: TRANSFER OUT
Breakfast and according time, transportation will be provided to
go the airport (B).END OF THE SERVICES
LARES INFORMATION *
OUR SERVICES INCLUDED:
- Briefing time one or two days before the trek.
- Transportation from Cusco to the start of the trail for Inca Trail
Classic
- Professional english speaking guide.
- Assistant guide from more than 9 passagers.
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B: breakfast L: lunch D:
dinner)
- Entrance fees for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- High Mountain Tents (The North Face), model VE-25 of 03 people of
high quality material for two people to offer more comfort and space
for the pack of our customers.
- One inflatable sleeping pad per person.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Kitchen tent
- Cook and cooking equipment
- Mules (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment).
- Mules to carry personal gear up to a Maximum of 5kg per person (including
sleeping bag and sleeping pad).
- Duffle bags for personal luggage, per person.
- All camp waste is hauled out of the park
- Meals (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners + daily morning snack).
- Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
- One Textile Snack Bag per person, to avoid the usage of plastic
bags that contaminate our environment.
- Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes /
boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night,
and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead.
- Comprehensive first-aid kit including oxygen bottles
- 1 night hostel in Aguas Calientes – 3 th day
- Train ticket (Expedition class) from Ollantaytambo to Aguas
Calientes – 3 th day.
- Train ticket (Expeditions class) from Aguas Calientes to
Ollantaytambo – 4 th day.
- Transfer from the train station- hotel in Cusco
OUR SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
- Sleeping bag (can be hired at an extra cost in Cusco)
- Extra Mules
- Fourth Lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Walking poles.
- Round trip bus ticket Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas
Calientes – 4 th day
- Admission Ticket to Huaynapicchu.
- Visit to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes: a relaxing way to
end-up the trek while you’re awaiting the return train to Cusco,
only 10 minutes from the village center, entrance fee is s/10.00 (Peruvian
Soles). Towels can be hired in Aguas Calientes.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Dinner on the last day
- Hotels and meals in Cusco
- Extra services not mentioned in the program
- Tips for guides, porters or chefs and extra expenses
- Alcohol.
WHAT WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU BRING
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the
trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic
ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also
recommended, especially for sleeping
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under
cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk
has been reported
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal
service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation
applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may
happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice:
plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into the Inca Trail.
Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water
from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide
filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported
any health problem so far
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Cash in soles and/or US$
- Original passport
- Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have
applied for a student discount)
- Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order
not to damage the Inca Trail)
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Sacsahuaman fortress |
Machupicchu |
Intihuatana |
Main Plaza |
INCLUDES: All hotel and lodge accommodations based
on double or single occupancy. All scheduled transportation. All transfers.
All scheduled excursions with English-speaking guide services. All entrance
fees. Meals as specified in the itinerary. B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.
IMPORTANT: For a better service, the company informs
you that it has autonomy to change the Hotels mentioned in the itinerary
with another one of similar category if therefore sees it by advisable
taking into account justifiable availability of spaces or other reasons,
if this it is the case you will be notified ahead of time.
NOT INCLUDE: International and domestic airfares,
airport departure taxes or visa fees, excess baggage charges, additional
nights during the trip due to flight cancellations, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages or bottled water, snacks, insurance of any kind, laundry,
phone calls, radio calls or messages, reconfirmation of international
flights and items of personal nature.
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