This trek is a great alternative for people interested in authentic views of life in the country. On our way to Lares we will pass through the Peruvian highlands where people still live as the Incas used to live. There, people still live in thatched stone houses and shepherd their llamas and alpacas below the snowcapped mountains. Their economy is still based on the system of trade. This trek offers you variable mountain scenery, glacier lakes and fauna and flora. We offer enjoyable camping at these great places with fascinating views. To complement a lifetime trek, we will explore the Inca treasure of Machupicchu.

The prices INCLUDES the Inca Trail entrance fee (124 Peruvian Soles, about US$40), bus up and down from Aguas calisntes to Machu Picchu (US$14), tourist train from ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and from Aguas calientes to Cusco (US$63), and all local sales taxes (19%). There are no hidden charges in our trek prices.

Discounts: 

US$20 discount on the above prices to students with a valid International Student Identity Card (ISIC) and to children under the age of 16 years old (scans of your ISIC card or child's passport must be provided at the time of paying the trek deposit in order to qualify for the discount). International Youth Travel Cards (IYTC) or other forms of student identity are not acceptable. We can also offer a US$10 per person discount for group bookings of 5 persons or more, provided just one person in the group is responsible for making the booking and sending the trek deposit. Unfortunately we do not offer travel agent discounts or commissions.

Day 1-Cusco - Quisuarani- Cuncani (3700m).

Early pick up from your hotel for a 3:30 hour trip to the Quishuarani Community. There, we'll trek through the grassy mountains up to WillkaK'asa and then descend to the glacier lakes and to the Cuncani campsite. The trek will last 8 hours. It will begin zigzaging up to the first pass named Willkik'asa from where you will be rewarded with excellent views. Along the way, we will pass glacier lakes with a plenty of wildlife like birds, chinchillas, and foxes. The campsite is located at the bottom of this mountain in the Cuncani Community where we will visit some friendly families and see how they live in harmony with mother nature.

Day 2- Cuncani – Ipsayccocha (4400m).

After breakfast we leave camp and keep trekking towards the Cuncani Pass and then to the Ipsayccocha Pass which is the highest of the trek. From there we will set up our campsite near the Lake. Today, we will trek for approximately 8 hours along the route. We will see different types of native crops and great quantity of wildlife such as Andean camels like llamas and alpacas.
Day 3- Ipsayccocha – Ollantaytambo (2800m) - Aguas Calientes. On this day, we begin by hiking through the open valley observing native crops until we reach the Patacancha Community. Here, we can visit a school and see how the education system in the Peruvian Highlands works. We'll take the bus to the Ollantaytambo Train Station, and then take the train to Aguas Calientes Town, finally ending at your hotel. In the evening, you can go to the hot springs to relax.

Day 3- Ipsayccocha – Ollantaytambo (2800m) - Aguas Calientes

On this day, we begin by hiking through the open valley observing native crops until we reach the Patacancha Community. Here, we can visit a school and see how the education system in the Peruvian Highlands works. We'll take the bus to the Ollantaytambo Train Station, and then take the train to Aguas Calientes Town, finally ending at your hotel. In the evening, you can go to the hot springs to relax.

Day 4 - Aguas Calientes - MACHUPICCHU – Cusco.

Early in the morning, we will take the first bus to see the sunrise at Machupicchu. Since most other groups arrive at midday, your tour will be quiet and relaxing. Later in the afternoon, you'll take the train back to Cusco, arrive in the evening, and then you will be transferred to your hotel.

• Transportation.- Tourist bus from Cusco to Quishuarani starting point of the trek and from Patacancha to Ollantaytambo.- Tourist train back packer class from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and from Aguas Calientes to Cusco.- Bus up and down from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu.
• Camping equipments.- We provide four people capacity tent for two persons, brand new four season tents, Therm-a-rest, dinning room tent, kitchen tent, toiled tent, seats, tables, tent for Guides and porters, kitchen gears, bag packs for the porters, warm clothes for the porters and life insurance for the porters. You don't have to be worry how are the helpers of your expedition.
• Acommodations.- 01 night baisic hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes town
• Entrace Fees.- To Machupicchu.
• Meals.- 3 breakfast.- 3 hot lunches.- 3 hot dinners delicious meals prepared by professional chef food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, rice, all rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking, hot drinks including coca leaf tea which is excellent for the altitude. Teatime everyday (tea, coffee, biscuits, popcorn), we offer vegetarian option, We provide available boil water each mourning for your water bottles.
• Guide.- English speaking professional guides, 2 guides over 8 people.
• Cook.- Professional chef and Chef assistants.
• Horses or llamas.- For camping equipment, food and kitchen gears as well to carry your personal items (7kls per person) in duffel bags that we provide. Muleteers.
• - Others.- First aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle.

• Sleeping bag.- can be rented in our office for US$ 15.00 for the entire trek (every sleeping bag is washed prior to each use).
• Breakfast.- on the first morning. Some hotels offer early morning breakfast service. If not, we stop at Calca for your breakfast and also you can buy some items for the trek,
• Meals.- in Aguas Calientes town on the final day you must consider a bugged of US$ 15.00 to 20.00 in average restaurant.
• Entrance.- to the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes (optional) US$ 3.00.
• Tips.- for the staff.

Recomended Things to Take

• Sleeping bag (you can rent at SUNRISE office).
• Bottle of mineral water.
• Rain gear and/or plastic poncho (can be purchase in Cusco).
• Hiking boots.
• Warm jacket or fleece, t-shirts, shorts, long pants, sun hat and wool hat.
• Flashlight.
• Sun block.
• Insect repellent.
• Toilet paper and garbage bag.
• Small towel and bathing suit (hot springs optional).
• Camera, extra film and extra batteries.
• Snacks, chocolates, energy bars.
• Emergency money.
• Walking stick (optional).

Payment Details:

We require a non-refundable trek deposit of US$150 per person. The deposit can be sent by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. The money transfer should be in the name of SUNRISE EXPEDITIONS TOUR OPERATOR E.I.R.L. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

Making a Trek Booking:

Prior to making a reservation with SUNRISE EXPEDITIONS it is important to read through our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ). This will help answer any queries that you may have about our services. In order to make a booking with our lares trek service just click on the Reservations link below.

Important.

The night before your trek there will be a pre-trek talk (briefing) in our office or in your hotel at either 6 or 7pm (exact time will be confirmed on arrival to Cusco).