Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu 3D/2N
Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu 3D/2N
Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu 3D/2N
3 Days Starting and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: Cusco, Aguas Calientes
Tour operator:
Tour code:
10081
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the Lares Express Trek to Machu Picchu, a 3-day, 2-night adventure through the heart of the Peruvian Andes. This journey begins with an early morning transfer from Cusco to Lares Town, where you can enjoy hot springs before starting your trek to Wakawasi. Experience breathtaking views of glaciers, wildlife, and local communities as you hike through the mountains. On the second day, trek over Ipsayccocha Pass and continue to Patacancha town, followed by a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. The highlight of the trip is an early morning visit to the magical Machu Picchu, where you can explore the ancient city as the mist lifts. Enjoy mixed accommodations, professional bilingual guides, and all necessary transport, making this an unforgettable trek through authentic Andean landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cuzco-Wakawasi, Peru
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Begin your journey with an early morning transfer to Lares Town for your trek to Wakawasi (3,850m) passing by wildlife and local communities
Day 2 : Wakawasi-Aguas Calientes, Peru
Location: Aguas Calientes
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue your hike towards Patacancha town (3,800m) followed by a train transfer to Aguas Calientes where you will spend the night
Day 3 : Aguas Calientes-Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hop on a bus to explore Machu Picchu before your return transfer to Cuzco where your journey comes to an end.
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights of mixed accommodation, including 1 night camping on the trek and 1 night in a 3-star hotel.
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Transport
Accommodation pick-up, all transport on tour as per itinerary, mixed transport, and roundtrip tourist train.
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Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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Activities
3-day trek to Machu Picchu.
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Guides
Professional bilingual guide on the trek and Machu Picchu tour.
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Extras
Snacks, Machu Picchu entrance fees, first aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle, Bamba t-shirt, water bottle, travel towel, small group experience (max 16, avg 4), foam sleeping mat, and horses to carry cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 7kg for each trekker for the first 2 days of the trek (3kg for your sleeping bag and mattress plus 4kg of personal items).
What's Not Included
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Accommodation drop-off in Cuzco
Accommodation drop-off in Cuzco is not included.
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Guide for bus and train transfers
Guide for bus and train transfers is not included; these portions are on your own.
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Sleeping bag
Sleeping bag is not included but can be rented for $15 USD for the trek.
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Accommodation in Cuzco
Accommodation in Cuzco is not included.
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Bottled water
Bottled water is not included.
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Hot springs Lares Town
Entrance to the hot springs in Lares Town is not included (10 soles).
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Optional Machu Picchu mountain hike
Optional Machu Picchu mountain hike is not included (200 soles) and must be booked at least 1 week in advance.
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Small gift for communities
Small gift for communities is not included.
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Other meals/drinks
Other meals and drinks are not included.
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Airport transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
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Optional Huayna Picchu trek
Optional Huayna Picchu trek is not included (200 soles) and must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance.
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
Prices for optional activities are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Please confirm these prices before departing on the trek. -
Tips
Tips are not included.
Please remember that tipping is 100% optional and depends entirely on the service you receive.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes accommodation pick-up and a mix of bus and train transfers to ensure a seamless journey through the Andes and to Machu Picchu.
Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights of mixed accommodation, providing a comfortable and authentic experience during your trek to Machu Picchu.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the trek?
The tour includes 2 nights of mixed accommodation: 1 night camping on the trek and 1 night in a 3-star hotel.
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What kind of transport is included in the tour?
The tour includes accommodation pick-up, all transport on tour as per the itinerary, mixed transport, and a roundtrip tourist train.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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Is there a guide provided during the trek and Machu Picchu tour?
Yes, a professional bilingual guide will accompany you on the trek and during the Machu Picchu tour.
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What additional items are included in the tour?
The tour includes snacks, Machu Picchu entrance fees, a first aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle, a Bamba t-shirt, water bottle, travel towel, foam sleeping mat, and horses to carry cooking and camping equipment plus a total of 7kg for each trekker for the first 2 days of the trek.
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What is the maximum group size for this tour?
The tour offers a small group experience with a maximum of 16 participants and an average of 4.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the trek?
On the first day, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Cusco between 5:00-6:00 am and transferred by bus to Lares Town. After enjoying the hot springs (extra cost), you will start a 6-hour trek to Wakawasi, passing by glaciers, wildlife, and local communities. The day ends with camping at Wakawasi community.
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What is the itinerary for the second day of the trek?
The second day starts with an uphill 4-hour trek over Ipsayccocha Pass, followed by a 40-minute walk downhill to a lunch stop next to a lake. You will then continue for 3 more hours to Patacancha town, take a car to Ollantaytambo, and finally a train to Aguas Calientes.
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What is the itinerary for the third day of the trek?
On the third day, you will catch one of the first buses to Machu Picchu to appreciate the city in the early morning light. After a 2-hour guided tour, you can explore on your own. You will then take a bus back to Aguas Calientes, visit the local marketplace, and take a train back to Ollantaytambo followed by a bus to Cusco, arriving around 20:00.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities include visiting the hot springs in Lares Town, hiking Machu Picchu mountain or Huayna Picchu (both require advance booking and extra cost), and shopping at the local marketplace in Aguas Calientes.
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What items are not included in the tour package?
The tour does not include accommodation drop-off in Cusco, a guide for bus and train transfers, sleeping bag rental, accommodation in Cusco, bottled water, hot springs entrance fee in Lares Town, optional hikes, small gifts for communities, other meals/drinks, airport transfers, personal expenses, travel insurance, and tips.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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