Experience adventure in Peru and discover Old Inca Paths on the Lares Trail. This trek remains relatively undiscovered and is perfect for those who wish to unravel the mystery of Peru without trekking along a well beaten trail. The trek itself offers spectacular views and stunning scenery as you pass through valleys, gorges, glacial lagoons, cloud forests, and remote Quechwa communities on your way from the Sacred Valley to the lost citadel of Machu Picchu. From brightly colored ponchos to traditional Andean huts, its easy to see that the people on the region have had very little contact with the outside world and still retain a substantial part of the ancient culture. Hot springs are scattered about the trail and are the perfect way to relax after a long days walk on your way to Machu Picchu. If Adventure and breathtaking beauty are what you’re after than this “off the beaten” trail is the one for you. Class Adventure Travel invites you to travel to Peru and experience the beauty of this incredible country. |
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This Tour is
Fully Customizable |
All domestic Air and Ground
transportation included |
Summarized Itinerary
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Cusco to Cancha Cancha
You will be collected from your hotel before making the trip to Huarán. The first day on the trail involves a 5 hour hike before reaching Cacha Cancha where you will camp for the night. |
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Cancha Cancha Cancha to Quiswarani
Following a delicious camp breakfast the hike begins again as you head over the Abra Pachacutec pass. On the way down you will see the impressive sites of Colquecruz, Minas and Sirijuani before arriving in Quiswarani where you camp for the night. |
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Quiswarani to Lares
The 3rd day of the trail takes you past the stunning Quaeuñaqocha lagoon before leading you over the Abra Willkiccasa mountain pass. After passing through some eye catching scenery you arrive in the village of Lares where camp is made for the night. |
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Lares to Ipsayqocha
After breakfast you will meet up with our horsemen guides before you make your way on to the remote Andean community of Huacahuasi. Following lunch you make your way on to Ipsay. Continuing along the trail you reach Ipsayqocha where you make camp at the side of a very beautiful lagoon. |
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Ipsayqocha to Aguas Calientes
After an early rise and breakfast you will make your way to Patacancha where a well known Andean community is renowned for its textiles. Following this you follow the trail to Huilloq before heading to Ollantaytambo. From there you will board a train for Aguas Calientes in the Machu Picchu area. |
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Machu Picchu to Cusco
After an early rise you will take the bus up to Machu Picchu where you will undertake a Private tour of the ruins. Following this you will be given some free time to explore the ruins at your leisure. In the late afternoon you will board the train from Aguas Clientes back to Cusco. |
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