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To check our Confirmed departures for the actual Lares trek which is Day 4 of the tour please click on:
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Price Information

US$ 695.00

Please Note

-US$20 Discount for ISIC international student card holders
under 26 years old.
Single supplement $140 extra will cover the accommodation for the whole trip, that is including all the hotels and tent.

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Overview

Combining the beauty of the Sacred Valley with archealogical mysteries and bustling markets of Pisac Ollantaytambo and Chincheros with the "living" inca trail trek (Quishuarani to Yanahuara Route) so named for the close contact with the local people and their ancient traditional way of life. The trek takes us into the Lares region of the Peruvian Andes, passing green valleys, tranquil mountain lakes and high passes, with breathtaking views of snow-capped Andean peaks rising to just under 6,000 meters. Our route takes us through many small village communities that offer a rare & fascinating insight into traditional Andean life. Finally we make our way by train to Aguas Calientes and continue on to Machu-Picchu, the legendary Lost City of the Incas. We have plenty of time to explore this renowned and fascinating site, climb to Huayna Picchu, walk to Sun-Gate etc.

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Difficulty

Moderate to Challenging.
Recommended for families or group of friends.
If you are in a group of 6 person, you can open a new departure day if is not listed in our Confirmed departure date,

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Briefing

The night before of your trek at 7:00 pm at SAS Travel office.

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Transport

Bus, Trek, Train.

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Lares & Machupicchu Trek & Cusco 8D/7N

Last Minute Information

  • Inca Trail Permits are sold out until 10 July, (as of 13 March 2012)
    A great alternative trek is Lares Valley trek, a living Inca Trail through beautiful small andean Quechua villages, spectacular landscapes and warm people.

Special Offer

All rates are quoted in US dollars. Prices are per person based on
Double / Triple occupancy. Single tent and room supplement available: US$140

LARES & MACHUPICCHU TREK & CUSCO 8 DAY
"Lares Valley Trek, Pisac, Ollanta & Magic Cusco"

We can if you request, provide flight quotes for E tickets Lima -Cusco - Lima if you require. When available as low as US$240 round trip including taxes.
You can also add on extensions to Lake Titicaca, the Amazon and or Arequipa. You can get a better idea of the Hotel Marqueses and programs by looking at some photos on the website www.hotelmarqueses.com

Program Itinerary

Day 1: Reception at Cusco`s Airport and Transfer to your Hotel WELCOME to CUSCO !!!

Our english speaking staff will wait your flight arrival at the airport in Cusco and transfer in a private van to your Hotel in Cusco where they are waiting for you with a lot of cups of coca leaf tea !!, Rest and acclimatize as you are now at 3,400 mts above sea level. If you are feeling up to it..

Optional Afternoon: At 13:45 pm Guided Cusco City Tour : Koricancha " Sun Temple" , Cusco Principal Cathedral, Saqsayhuaman Inca Complex,Tambo Machay,Qenqo and Puca-Pucara. Return to Cusco ...Overnight Hotel Marqueses. (Double or Triple private room)

Hotel Marqueses.

Day 2: Sacred Valley Tour to visit the famous Pisaq Market and Inca town, Urubamba, Yucay,Ollantaytambo

At 08:40 am depart for Sacred Valley Tour we will visit the Typical Pisac Market, 2 hours guided walk into the Pisac Inca Ruins Complex, Ollantaytambo and Chincheros. Returning approx at 18:45 pm to Cusco , Overnight Hotel Marqueses. (Double or Triple private room)

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Hotel Marqueses.

Day 3: Free Day to relax in Cusco

Free Day to relax in Cusco and preparing your pack for your Lares trek.
Optional Adveture activities:
White water River Rafting (Class III - for experienced & beginners) or Mountai Bike Tour in Moray, Maras and Salineras US$ 45 pp (This tours can be arranged when you are in Cusco at our Office)
Return to the Hotel Overnight. Marqueses Hotel. (Double or Triple private room)

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Hotel Marqueses.

Day 4: Lares & Machupicchu 4 Day/ 3 Night Trek

Our private bus leaves Cusco at 04.30 sharp for a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley, passing through Pisac and stopping for a brief toilet break and the chance to buy any last minute snacks, water, etc in Calca, one of the towns in the valley. Departing Calca around 06:45 we head off for the scenic drive to Quishuarani (3,700m /12,150 ft) which is the starting point for the trek. Along the way you will be able to observe small Andean communities, spectacular mountain landscapes, herds of llamas and alpacas plus Campesinos (people of the local villages) in colorful costumes as is traditional with all villages around Lares major district. A fast breakfast will be served en route around 9 am with arrival to Quishuarani before 10am, where we will meet our arriero horses, handlers and trek staff. We commence our beautiful trek through the Andes with a gentle climb from 3700m to 4200 masl where we will arrive at the lagoon named Queuña Cocha and can observe Mount Sawasiray (5400m) and Colque Cruz (5600m). There is then a short, steeper climb to our first pass, Hualcacasa (4400m) where Mount Veronica (5700m, a sacred Apu mountain in this Valley) can often be observed in the high mountains, after which we descend for 30 minutes to reach our lunch destination beside the picturesque 'seven lagunas'. Following lunch we descend for a further 30 minutes through the community of Cuncani, then gradually ascend beautiful hillsides for 2 hours to reach our second pass, Qolqecasa (4200m). 30 minutes descent from here past lagunas and waterfalls till we arrive at Yanacocha, our campsite for the night around 4.30pm. You just carry your day pack with your personal belongings, water, snacks and camera. We provide a duffle bag for 5 Kg for your trek items (sleeping bag,mattress, clothes) to be transported by horses or porters. Camping Dinner and good sleep !!!

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Camping 2 people per tents

4400m/714476ft

3800m/12502ft

approx 14km

approx 7 hours

Day 5: Visit the Communnity of Wacawasi, Pukara,Mantanay

After our 6.30am breakfast we leave Yanacocha and will gradually descend for approx 2 hours until Chaqchapata (3950m). We will be able to observe potato crops, flocks of llamas and alpacas developed in this part of the Andes (part of the cameloid family) and the local communities of people who continue living in houses made of stones. Along the slope we can observe the campesinos of Chaqchapata and 30 minutes further on of Wakawasi. We then ascend for approximately 1 and a half hours to our lunch destination on the 'spongy grass' by a glacial stream, Champacocha. After our lunch rest we ascend for approximately an hour to reach the highest point of our trek, the passage of Auroraccasa (4600m) where we will observe the lagoon Auroracocha. >From Auroracasa we will descend to walk near two lagoons & traverse one more pass to enter the valley of Queuñas. We will notice a wide change in scenery before arriving at our beautiful campsite in Mantanay (3900m) after approx 2 hours. Camping Dinner and good sleep !!!

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camping

4600m/15134ft

3900m/12831ft

approx 16km

approx 7 -8 hours

Day 6: Easy walk to Mantanay Reserve. Afternoon train to Aguas Calientes, hot springs.

After breakfast we start our walk at 7:00 am with a much easier day ahead as we descend to lower altitude & enjoy amazing views of part of Moray Maras and Salineras, mountains and the queuñas bush valley. You will notice the sudden change of weather and environment & observe local campesinos farming different crops of corn, potatoes and local vegetables to sell later in villages in the Sacred Valley. This walk will take approx 4 hours to reach the picturesque village of Yanahuara where we enjoy the last lunch in our trek and farewell our staff, arrieros horses, handlers, cooks and assistants. A private bus will then take us for the 30 minute ride to Ollantaytambo train station where we will board the train for the 2 hour trip with our tour guide to Machupicchu town, Aguas Calientes. Afternoon train to Aguas Calientes. On arrival to Aguas Calientes you are met by staff of Viajeros Hotel at the train Station and accompanied to the Hostal to settle into your rooms. Free time in the evening to soak in the famous hot springs ( 10 soles not included ). Overnight at the Viajeros Hotel . Double or Triple Rooms with private bathroom and shower. Dinner included in the Hostel Viajeros or Similar.

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Hostel Viajeros Aguas Calientes

3900m/12831ft

2700m/8883ft

approx 12km

approx 4-5 hours

Day 7: Early climbing to Machupicchu to explore, guided tour and perhaps climbing Huaynapicchu.

Machupicchu, Early breakfast before the 5.45am bus to Machu Picchu.For a Guided tour followed by free time to further explore and maybe climb Wayna Picchu, Sungate or Inca bridge , Buffet lunch awaits you after the 45min walk down the trail back to Aguas Calientes (bus optional $8.00) Afternoon: Return by train to Cusco (and bus at times from Ollantaytambo) and transfer to Hotel Marqueses Double or Triple private rooms (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

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Hotel Marqueses.

3400m/11186ft

2100m/6909ft

Day 8: Adios Cusco

Adios Cusco Free morning then transfer to the airport for your fly to Lima or Arequipa-Puerto Maldonado ( Extension Trips ) or Trip to the altiplano of Puno to see the highest navigable Titikaca Lake located at 3,950 m and continue to Bolivia ( Copacabana, Sun`s Islands, La Paz , Uyuni`s Salar )

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What is Included:

  • -Transfers in and out in private van on your arrival and departure.
  • -4 Nights in Hotel Marqueses Cusco with Buffet breakfast
  • -1 Night in Hotel Viajeros in Aguas Calientes
  • -Tourist transport in all Tours and transfers
  • -Lares & Machupicchu 4 Day Trek, with expert guides, cook and porters/horses.
  • -(Lares 4 Day Trek full board meals) Tents for 2 person.
  • -6 Kg personal porter (A duffle bag is given to transport sleeping bag, mattress, clothes)
  • -Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu
  • -Entrance fees for Machupicchu for a full day
  • -Guided Tour in Machupicchu, extra time for your own exploring.
  • -Cusco City Tour, Train Tickets, buses and English speaking guide
  • -Sacred Valley Tour
  • -Good bye lunch in Aguas Calientes after your tour.
  • -Expedition Train return to Cusco, or Train to Ollanta and private bus to Cusco.

What is not Included:

  • -Airline Tickets Lima Cusco, airport Taxes.
  • -Cusco Visitors Ticket (165 soles or US$60 )
  • -Lunches and Dinners not mentioned.
  • -Lunch at the Sacred Valley tour 25 soles.
  • -Pisac Market & Ruins
  • -Hot springs in Aguas Calientes 10 soles
  • -Bus down to Aguas Calientes US$8, (most people prefer to walk).
  • -Tips for your trek staff is not mandatory.

We recommend that you bring

  • -Backpack
  • -Sleeping Bag (Minus 8ºC It can be hired at SAS office)
  • -Hiking boots (sneakers or running shoes are not recommended)
  • -Trekking poles, otherwise you can hire here.
  • -Warm Clothes layers for variable temperatures especially at night
  • -Flashlight with extra batteries
  • -Camera & Extra Film & Batteries / Charger
  • -Sun Protection, Hat, Sunscreen, Sunglasses
  • -Thermals, Wool Socks & Woolen Hat for cold nights
  • -Gloves, Scarf
  • -Insect Repellant
  • -Rain Poncho / Good rain jacket
  • -Toiletries, Toilet paper, small towel
  • -Bathing clothes for the hot springs.
  • -Trekking pants or similar
  • -Water bottle, water to drink for Day 1
  • -Personal medical kit
  • -Original passport, ISIC international student card if applicable.
  • -Extra money for souvenirs, drinks & tips to your staff
  • OPTIONAL : Little presents for kids of Communities along the trail such as school supplies, second hand clothes, toys, etc.

Additional options

  • OPTIONAL :
  • When requesting availability for this tour please indicate your exact international flight details. If you do not have domestic flights and would like a quote please contact Soledad and advise of your interest so she can confirm date availability immediately and send you a booking form.
  • Packages/ Multiday Tours SAS rep is Soledad:
  • email: soledad@sastravelperu.com
  • skype: sastravelcuscoperu
  • UP-GRADE to Delux room in Hotel Marqueses US$ 50 per person on Double basis room.
  • -Up-grade to Vistadome Class Train Coach for return from Aguas Calientes to Cusco US$ 36 per person (DELUXE Train service)
  • UP-GRADE Accommodation in Aguas Calientes:
  • (Only in case you want a Special accommodation)
  • Sumac Machupicchu Hotel us$ 195 per person
  • Inkaterra Hotel us$ 290 per person
  • Sanctuary Hotel Machupicchu us$390 per person
  • Machupicchu Inn us$ 95 per person
  • Presidente Hostel us$ 40 per person
  • Santuario Hostel us$ 50 per person
  • Gringo Bill Hotel us$ 45 per person

Recommendations

  • -If you are not used to walk / climb into the Andean mountains ( 3,800 m - 4,400 m), and you feel a little of lack of oxigen and difficulties brieding.
  • -Stay at least 2 Days in Cusco for a good acclimatization.
  • -Hire a personal porter for 9 Kg enough for your sleeping bag, roll mattress( SAS provide), changes of clothes, warm clother for cold evenings ( -4 or -5 ºC ), we also provide a porter`s bags for easy transport of your belongings.
  • -Increase taking glucose (Coramina, or natural drinks and plenty of liquids, coca leaf tea)
  • -Bring or hire walking poles.
  • -There is an emergency horse in case you need any help.
  • All rates are quoted in US dollars. Prices are per person based on
  • Double / Triple occupancy.
  • Single tent and room supplement available: US$140
  • -Availability : Daily Departures with 6 person, See our Confirmed departures.
  • -Difficulties: Moderate trek.
  • -Adventages: Not crowded camps and trails as other treks in Cusco, small number of trekkers per group( -8-12 approx) 2 nights in tent and 1 night in a Hotel, Natural hot springs, early visit of Machupicchu.
  • - Tickets to climb Huayna-Picchu mountain, extra time to explore and walk to different attractions around Machupicchu.
  • -Scorted by experienced tour guides and SAS staff.

Please note

  • OPTIONAL : Start on Day 3 the 5 Day Salkantay-Machupicchu Trek for the same total price as it is an extra night on trail instead of 3 nights in Hotel Marqueses.( Please check Availability before you book and request itinerary )

Frequently Asked Questions

  • If you would prefer to do a Adventure day tour instead of a City Tour (also since the costs to visit some of the City tour sites Koricancha and Cathedral increased recently then you may like to consider
  • *Horseriding if you still want to see the 4 Archaeological sites above Cusco Saqsayhuaman Inca Complex,Tambo Machay,Qenqo and Puca-Pucara
  • Rafting and special deal if you are booking as 4 or more of $10 discount for Rafting $30 per person (instead of $40 per person)
  • Mountain Biking checkout the itineraries on the site!
  • ACCOMMODATION in Lima
  • Hotel Leon de Oro us$110 Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Casa Andina Hotel us$85 Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Montereal Hotel us$74 Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Melodia Hotel De Luxe us$75 or us$50 Standard Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Embajadores Hotel us$ 75 Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Hotel Kamana us$ 60 Double Private Room with Breakfast included.
  • Note: Late bookings of this tour could incur an extra cost if only expensive flights are available: Please check this at time of interest in package providing your exact dates and international flight arrival details.

Booking Information

  • Thank you for deciding to register for a SAS Travel tour !
  • Step 1.- CLICK: CONFIRMED GROUP DEPARTURES
  • Step 2.- Select your tour and fill out with your personal details. If you are travelling as a couple, or with more persons you must book and pay with one reservation Code. But please complete details of your companion or group on lines below: Travelling with: (write Full names, Passport number, Age and Nationality). Once you finish sending us all your details you will receive a Reservation Code (eg: 240611001). Then you just need to pay your deposit, pay for 2 or more person in your group with ONE Reservation Code, so we can guarantee all your permits, tickets for Machupicchu, train tickets and tour all together in a group.
  • How to make your deposit and confirm your spots on the tour:
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT with WESTERN UNION: US$ 300.00 per person through in order to: Irwin Poma Flores DNI 46612452 (SAS Travel, Cusco PERU) Upon transferring the money email us the Money Transfer Number (MTCN) copy of your reservation and amount paid to: office@sastravelperu.com and david@sastravelperu.com to confirm your deposit. We will confirm your reservation on the same day.
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING-DEPOSIT ONLINE with MASTER CARD or VISA.- US$ 315.00 per person. (US$ 300.00 + 5% card charge). Payments by credit card will carry a surcharge of 5%. As soon as we receive your deposit we will procced purchasing your Permits for Inca Trail trek, tickets etc . We will send you a final confirmation of your tour with detailed information shortly. If you don`t receive your Confirmation within 48 hours please send us an email to: office@sastravelperu.com or feel free to Skype us: sas.travel.info or call us.
  • FINAL PAYMENT: The remaining balance needs to be paid at your arrival to Cusco in US$ Dollars cash or Peruvian soles (Exchange rate 2.90 Soles for US$1). Payments with credit / debit cards are accepted with a commission of 8%, Travelers' cheques with 3% only at our Office in Cusco.
  • Final payments of your tour IN ADVANCEwith card it is possible, it will be with 5% extra or you can transfer the balance through Western Union.

Terms & Conditions

  • SAS Travel Cusco Perú - CONDITIONS of LARES & MACHU-PICCHU 4D/3N TREK.
  • 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS MINIMUM 6 PAXS
  • SAS Travel Cusco Perú - CONDITIONS of LARES & MACHU-PICCHU 4D/3N TREK. MINIMUM 6 PAXS 2011
  • 1.- You must advise SAS Travel of any medical problems or allergies. You need to be in good physical health and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 65, then you will need to present us with a current medical certificate as Lares trek goes to 4600 mtrs.
  • 2.- You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the service of the guide or tour please advise the guide in that moment so he can resolve any problems as soon as possible.
  • 3.- You must pay for your tour in full by 12:00 noon, 2 days before your departure.
  • Payment of your balance in the Cusco SAS office is requested in cash. US $ is easier but if you choose to pay in soles the rate charged is generally 3.0 soles = US$1 You can withdraw US$ or soles from the many ATM machines. Generally more economic on debit cards.
  • If a final payment is not made by 12 noon the day before any tour or service such as the Inca trail, the total balance will be charged to the credit card + the 5% commission.
  • 4.- The student US$20 discount for use of student cards is regulated by the park itself, not SAS travel. You must scan the ISIC card to us at the time of booking and carry the valid ISIC card on the trail to Machu Picchu with you or your entrance could be forfeited by the control.
  • 5.- Unless you hire an extra porter / horse you need to carry your back pack and sleeping bag .
  • If you have no experience in high altitude trekking please hire an extra porter. This is a serious requirement.
  • 6.- Change of dates is only possible if the group is still left with more than a minimum and the train tickets have not been finalised. US$ 25 is charged.
  • Change of dates when train tickets have been finalised incurs a further fee as Peru rail also charges for changes of dates. This administration charge of $20 per ticket in this case is incurred. At times a change of date may only be possible in an upgrade to a higher standard carriage and so the difference in price would need to be paid additionally. Equally if Machu Picchu entrance has already been purchased it is not transferable or refundable so a further entrance needs to be purchased. This is $46 but generally only purchased 10 days before tour.
  • CANCELATIONS :
  • 7.- a. Cancelation of tour up to 2 months before departure incurs a loss of the $150. non refundable deposit.
  • 7.- b. Cancelation of tour within 2 months and 1 month of departure incurs a loss of 50% of total tour cost...
  • 7.- c. Cancelation of tour within 1 month and 1 week of departure incurs a loss of 70% of total tour cost...
  • 7.- d. Cancelation of tour within 1 week - 48 hours of departure incurs a loss of 90% of total tour cost...
  • however we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu joining your group and utilising your train tickets and entrance, completing the tour as normal from Ollantaytambo day 3.
  • 7.- e. Cancelation of tour within 48 hours of departure incurs a loss of total tour cost...however we can organise an alternative tour to visit Machu Picchu joining your group and utilising your train tickets and entrance, completing the tour as normal from Ollantaytambo day 3.
  • 8-If you are wanting to include an ascent of Huayna Picchu in your visit to Machu Picchu beware that there are new regulations and permits have to be bought in advance. The cost to have a Machu Picchu entrance that includes the permits to climb Huayna Picchu is $10 extra and you need to indicate this in your web reservation at the time of booking.
  • There is a limit of only 400 permits for climbing Huayna Picchu and only 200 people are permitted to enter for each of the 2 sessions scheduled for 7am and 10 am. The guide will organise the tour of Machu Picchu around peoples climb of Huayna Picchu depending on how many in the group have permits. Please note your entrance to Machu Picchu and permit for Huayna Picchu are with your name and passport details so are non transferable and non refundable.
  • Last minute bookings of this trek will possibly miss out on permits in high season so please book and pay in advance.
  • 9.- If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter and mule will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. Helicopter air lifts and medical assistance are paid at the expense of the passenger. If you fail to complete the tour due to illness we will assist you to meet with your group at Machupicchu to recommence your tour at that point. There will be no refund from the original payment, however we will prepare a document to certify illness which can be used to present to your travel insurance company.
  • 10.- SAS Travel will take all reasonable care in providing service to our clients to avoid accident, illness, loss of personal property and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. SAS Travel cannot however be responsible for any action or event that was unforeseeable or unavoidable. We also cannot be responsible for improper acts by clients or other third party. You are totally responsable for your own personal property and rented equipment.
  • 11.- SAS Travel does not take responsibility for additional costs due to unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal items, etc. It is the clients responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
  • 12.- Lares trek is recommended in dry season. Unexpected rain can cause snow falls causing difficult trekking conditions and possibly closure of the pass. In the case of snow falls SAS can not be held accountable for the need to take an alternative route. You would also need good quality trekking boots and equipment to protect you against snow related conditions, cold and glare. In extreme cases when “ Lares trail to Machupicchu” is declared closed for safety reasons SAS travel can replace your trek with an alternative trek such as 4 day Choquequirao trek and your booking deposit money will be used for this or if you prefer an alternative tour such as 4 day lake Titicaca package or Jungle trip etc.to give you some of the many options.
  • 13.- When paying the balance in Cusco, there will be a * 3% comission if you choose to use travellers cheques and a 5% comission for use of credit card.
  • I have read and accept the conditions Names and signature:

SAS Travel is supporting many of the community projects run by Hotel Marqueses: Eg. "Walk a Mile in my shoes", "Wawa-Wasi", "Shoes shiners boys" http://www.hotelmarqueses.com/english/thankyou.html If you are coming to Cusco please make a space for a couple of second hand clothes, shoes especially for kids, school equipment, toys and drop them off in our office. We will help distribute the items to people who really need them in small village schools and communities in the mountains of Lares.