Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours

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Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours
Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours
Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours
Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours
Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours

Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Deluxe Machu Picchu tours

The Luxury Lares Trek to Machu Picchu combines adventure with comfort, offering a unique hiking experience through the scenic Andean highlands. Over 4 days, you’ll explore picturesque villages like Ipsaycocha, Patacancha, and Willoq, while staying in luxury glamping tents with plush bedding, private bathrooms, and gourmet meals. After the trek, enjoy a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll visit the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu. This trek is perfect for those seeking a blend of nature, culture, and luxury.

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Cusco I Lares Valley I Huacawasi I Ipsaycocha I Patacancha I Willoq I Ollantaytambo I Machu Picchu I Aguas Calientes
Duration of the trip:

4 Days 3Nights

Total Distance

40.5 km

Physical Level:

Moderate

Altitude:

4217 m.s.n.m

Type of Tour:

Luxury Trekking & Culture

Group SIze:

Upon Request (Min 02 ppl)

The Deluxe Lares Trek by Glamping offers an unforgettable, luxury hiking experience through the stunning Andean landscape, blending adventure with comfort. Over the course of 4 days and 3 nights, you’ll trek through remote villages like Ipsaycocha, Patacancha, and Willoq, experiencing the rich culture of the Quechua people while enjoying the breathtaking scenery of snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes, and lush valleys.

Instead of traditional camping, the glamping experience elevates your trek with luxurious, spacious tents outfitted with comfortable bedding, private bathrooms, and gourmet meals. This unique combination of hiking and comfort allows you to fully immerse in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region, without sacrificing convenience.

Along the way, you’ll pass traditional Andean communities, where you’ll witness authentic farming and weaving practices. After completing the trek, you’ll take a scenic train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu, where you’ll explore the ancient Inca site.

The Deluxe Lares Trek by Glamping offers a perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and luxury, making it ideal for those seeking a more comfortable, yet immersive, trekking experience in Peru’s breathtaking highlands.

4 days glamping Luxury Lares Trek overview

  • TOUR NAME: Luxury Lares Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu
  • 100% LOCAL COMPANY: fully licensed Lares Trek Tour Operator, Highly Recommended! Check out our reviews on Trip Advisor & Youtube what our Passengers say about us
  • GROUP SIZE: Upon Request, 2 People Minimum (04 – 06 Average) and 08 People Maximum
  • STARTING POINT: Pick-up from Cusco & Sacred Valley Hotel/Airbnb. From 4:30 am to 5:00 am
  • ENDING POINT: Drop-off in Cusco at Hotel/Airbnb
  • DEPARTURE: Daily (Based on Availability). If you are a group of 02 we depart (No matter if you have paid as large group service). We NEVER pass our people onto another operator as most agencies do here in cusco.
  • HIKING DISTANCE: 46km /26miles
  • PHYSICAL LEVEL: Level 3. Inca Trail Requires some physical preparation and we Also recommend to Aclimatize 2 days befor we begin the inca trail
  • MAXIMUM ALTITUDE: 4,200 m / 12,000 ft
  • TRANSPORTATION: Private Van/Tourist Vistadome first class round trip from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo, Bus back to Cusco
  • ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 Nights Glamping in Luxury Tents/02 ppl per Tent (Sleeping bag and Self-Inflating Air Mat are included) 1 Night in Hotel in Aguas Calientes
  • PORTERING SERVICE: 7 Kilos/14 Pounds Extra Portering service is included. We will provide you a duffel bag for your personal Stuff and (This will be Carried by the porter), Water Bottle, Rain Poncho & Inca Trail T-shirt at the briefing time
  • MEALS: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 2 tea times + wake-up teas
  • LARES TREK & MACHUPICCHU: Lare Trek & Machupicchu entrance fee Included.

Luxury Lares Trek | 4 days to luxury Machu Picchu tours in ultimate comfort Highlights

  • Hike the Original Path of Lares and Get Machupicchu
  • Pick Up from the Hotel/Airbnb
  • Sleep in Comfort under the stars
  • Enjoy the scenic views of Inca Trail Incan sites (Pumamarca & Ollantaytambo places of the sacred valley of the incas)
  • Make a small ritual for the Andean gods and learn about Incan religion
  • Enjoy our friendly customer service and experienced top guides, cheffs and Happy porters (Well-threat Porters)
  • Eat delicious, freshly prepared Peruvian cuisine (Buffet Peruvian Style Food)
  • Hike through the different types of landscapes and Sceneries, such as cloud forests, highlands, grassy hills, and Andean valleys
  • Reach 4,200 meters (12,000 feet) in elevation along the Inca Trail Pass which is known as dead woman pass
  • Explore MachuPicchu and the surrounding area with expert and knowledgeable tour top guides
  • Please, Note: We need at least 02 of you and Leave any day you suit. All Departures 100% Guaranteed If You’re Booked, You are Going !!! To Confirm and Secure the Inca Trail Permits. Send us the filled out booking form as well as a deposit of 50% and you are ready to go…
  • Please, Note: Allocations or Itinerary are subject to change depending on time of booking and campsites provided by INC (institution that runs the Classic Inca Trail they allocate campsites for all Travel Companies) Because the 1st 250 spaces go to Wiñayhuayna Campsite which is 2 hours close to Machupicchu and the rest goes to Phuyupatamarca which is 5 hours walk to Machupicchu. So we recommend to book well in advance in order to get Wiñayhuayna campsite.

DAY 1
Cusco – Calca – Hot Spring – Lares Valley – Huacawasi+

DAY 2
Huacawasi – Isaycocha – Patacancha+

DAY 3
Patacancha – Willoq – Pumamarca – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes+

DAY 4
Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Cusco+

Glamping Luxury Machu Picchu tours and Lares trek includes:

  • Pick Up from the Hotel/Airbnb
  • Pre trek Orientation – briefing (Hotel or Office) Let us know once you are at the office or by email.
  • English-speaking guides with knowledge of archaeological sites along the Lares and Machupicchu for 4 days
  • Private Tourist Transportation from cusco to Lares Valley Hot spring (Trailhead)
  • 2 nights at luxury Glamping Tents. 4 season Eureka Timberline Tents, (Large & Comfortable)
  • 1 Night hotel in Aguas Calientes town
  • VistaDome panoramic view/ First Class train round trip tickets from Ollantaytambo to aguas calientes and aguas calientes to ollantaytambo and bus back to Cusco.
  • Camping Hot Shower during the Inca trail
  • Portable Toilet Tent With a Seat Cover and hand Towels per person
  • Air bed for camping
  • Sleeping bags
  • Walking sticks
  • Duffle bags for Personal Items (this will be provided at the time of briefing)
  • All Inca Trail & Machupicchu entrance fees and permits
  • All overland private transfers indicated
  • Private portering/Horse Service 8 Kilos/16 punds. during the trail for your personal staff.
  • Fully trained goalkeepers from local communities.
  • A private, hand-crafted and fully personalized Deluxe Lares Trek from start to finish.
  • Modern trekking and camping equipment.
  • All meals cooked on the spot with fresh ingredients by our trained cheff.
  • All transfers and excursions as per itinerary in private service with English speaking guide
  • Meals during the Trek (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners). Food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit and spaghetti, chicken, fish, meat, rice, and all rich in carbohydrates and very suitable for trekking, hot drinks including coca leafs tea which is excellent for the altitude.
  • Meals indicated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, snacks
  • Porters to carry the main luggage (all the equipment and cooking stock).
  • Oxygen bottle and first aid kits
  • Bus Up & Down ticket from Machu Picchu ruins to Aguas Calientes
  • Wine and Champagne on your last camp night
  • Travel Insurance for Porters
  • Hot water for personal use
  • Filtered & Bolied water to drink
  • Water for Driking: we will supply with filtered and boiled water and your bottles will be filled at each meal time.
  • Water bottle for refilling with water along the inca trail (WE DONT WANT YOU TO USE PLASTIC BOTTLES) Get one once you are at our office!!!
  • Free “I survived ” T-shirt and certificate (only for PEOPLE who successfully complete the trek!!!)

Glamping Luxury Lares Trek doesnt include:

  • International and domestic flights and airport taxes.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Entrance fee to Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu mountain (subject to availability) Let us know at the time of Booking
  • Tips.

Luxury Lares trek to Machu Picchu 4 days | Luxury Machu Picchu tours (Prices for 2025)

Availability: Daily Departures All Departures are 100% Guaranteed. If You’re Booked, You are Going, We wont Cancel your Trip !!!

How to Book?: Send us all Your Personal information, as well as a Deposit of USD 400, and the Final Balance will be paid 15 days before the Inca trail begins

Glamping Luxury Lares Trek: Price per person: Prices based on the Number of People departing that date:

Group size: Upon Request

1 Person   3600.USD
2 People   2800.USD
3 People   2700.USD
4 People   2600.USD
5 People   2500.USD
6 People   2400.USD
7 People   2300.USD
8 People or More  2200.USD

Recommended for Honeymooners, Families with children & Groups of Friends (02 People Minimum)

If you are a group of 02 we depart (No matter if you are a group of 02 persons). We NEVER pass our people onto another operator as most agencies do here in cusco.

What you need to bring on Luxury Machu Picchu tours:

Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night. We recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A good size daypack is also essential.

List of things you must bring:

  • Original Passport (and some copies) If you have changed your passport Bring a couple of copies of the one that you have used to purchase the inca trail permit.
  • Travel insurance  is essential (and some copies)
  • Airline tickets (and some copies)
  • US$ cash and Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
  • Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
  • Camera and Memory cards
  • Rechargeable batteries and adapters
  • Reading/writing material
  • Binoculars
  • Cover for backpacks
  • Pocketknife.
  • Fleece top
  • Windproof/waterproof jacket
  • Small towel and swim wear
  • Shirts/t-shirts
  • Sun hat
  • 2 pairs of shorts
  • 2 pairs of long trousers *zipp off
  • 1 pair hiking pants/track pants
  • Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes (with ankle protectors)
  • Knee-length socks (to be used with rubber boots, if provided at the jungle lodge)
  • Sport hiking sandals
  • Sun block
  • Sunglasses
  • Toiletries (biodegradable)
  • Watch or alarm clock
  • Water bottle
  • Purifying tablets or filter (Micropur recommeded)
  • Insect Repellent (for mosquitos)25 % of deet at least you can also by in cusco.
  • Flashlight (head light recommended)
  • Money belt
  • Sleeping silk liner (for sleeping bags)
  • Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably waterproof)
  • Rain poncho, plastic bags for your personal stuff to keep dry
  • Sleeping bag (it can be hired form us) we have goose down or syntetic sleeping bag
  • Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen)
  • Thermal underwear
  • Personal first-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhoea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)GFLARES

(FAQs) about the Luxury Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

General Information:

What is the Lares Trek? The Lares Trek is a scenic and culturally immersive hike through the Andes, passing through remote villages like Ipsaycocha, Patacancha, and Willoq, and offering a luxury glamping experience along the way before reaching Machu Picchu.

What is glamping? Glamping is a glamorous camping experience where you stay in comfortable, well-equipped tents with luxury amenities, such as proper bedding, furniture, and sometimes private bathrooms.

How long does the Lares Trek with glamping last? The trek typically lasts 3 days and 2 nights, with the luxury glamping experience during the overnight stays.

What is the route through Ipsaycocha, Patacancha, and Willoq? The trek passes through these beautiful Andean villages, offering insight into traditional farming and weaving practices, with stunning mountain views.

How is glamping different from traditional camping? Unlike traditional camping, glamping provides luxury tents with comfortable bedding, fine meals, and other amenities like hot showers, creating a more comfortable and unique experience.

Difficulty and Physical Requirements:

How difficult is the Lares Trek with glamping? The trek is moderate to challenging, as you’ll be hiking through high altitudes and challenging terrain, but glamping adds comfort, making it more enjoyable than traditional camping.

Do I need prior trekking experience for the Lares Trek? No, but you should be in good physical condition to handle moderate hikes at high altitudes, especially on the second day, which involves a high-altitude pass.

What is the highest point of the trek? The highest point of the Lares Trek via Ipsaycocha is around 4,450 meters (14,600 feet) at the Ipsaycocha Pass.

How can I prepare for the high altitude? Arrive in Cusco at least 2-3 days before your trek to acclimatize, stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol and heavy meals.

Is the Lares Trek suitable for beginners? Yes, as long as you’re in good physical health and prepared for some uphill hiking, you can enjoy the Lares Trek with glamping.

Logistics and Travel:

How do I get to the starting point of the Lares Trek? You’ll be picked up from Cusco and transferred to the start of the trek, either at Lares or Kichicacha, depending on your operator.

How do I get to Ollantaytambo after the trek? After completing the Lares Trek, you’ll be transferred to Ollantaytambo by private transport, where you will take the train to Aguas Calientes.

How long is the train ride from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu? The train ride takes about 1.5 to 2 hours from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, followed by a 20-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu.

Which train companies operate the route from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu? The two main companies are PeruRail and Inca Rail, both offering comfortable options for travelers.

Do I need a permit for the Lares Trek? Yes, the Lares Trek requires a permit, which is typically included when you book with a licensed tour operator.

Packing and Gear:

What should I pack for the Lares Trek with glamping? Essential items include comfortable trekking shoes, warm layers, a rain jacket, a camera, sunscreen, a water bottle, a hat, and toiletries. Your glamping experience will provide luxury amenities, so you don’t need to bring a tent or bedding.

Is there a weight limit for my luggage? Yes, you can carry a small daypack with your personal items, but your main luggage will be transported by porters, and there’s typically a weight limit of around 5-7 kg (11-15 lbs).

Do I need to bring a sleeping bag? No, as the luxury glamping experience will provide comfortable bedding, including warm blankets and pillows, so a sleeping bag is not necessary.

Can I bring trekking poles? Yes, trekking poles are allowed, but make sure they have rubber tips to prevent damage to the environment and archaeological sites.

Do I need to bring food or snacks? Your tour operator will provide meals and snacks, but you may want to bring extra snacks like energy bars or nuts for personal preference.

Food and Accommodation:

What kind of food is provided on the Lares Trek? Your tour operator will provide delicious, nutritious meals including local dishes like quinoa soup, grilled meats, vegetables, and fresh fruits. Special dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) can usually be accommodated if you inform the operator in advance.

Where do we stay during the trek? You’ll stay in luxurious glamping tents that include proper bedding, private bathrooms (depending on the operator), and a comfortable, intimate environment.

Is there Wi-Fi or cell service on the trek? There is generally no Wi-Fi or cell service during the trek, especially in remote areas, but you’ll have access to these services in Aguas Calientes.

Where do we stay after the trek? After the trek, you’ll stay in a comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes, the town near Machu Picchu.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options available during the trek? Yes, most luxury operators can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary preferences, but you should notify your tour operator beforehand

Machu Picchu and After the Trek:

How do I get from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu? After arriving in Aguas Calientes, you’ll take a bus (provided by the operator) to the entrance of Machu Picchu.

Can I visit Machu Picchu on the day I finish the Lares Trek? Yes, if you book your train ticket accordingly, you can visit Machu Picchu on the same day you arrive in Aguas Calientes.

Do I need to purchase additional tickets for Machu Picchu? Yes, Machu Picchu tickets are separate from the trek. Ensure you book your entry ticket in advance, especially if you want to hike Huayna Picchu or the Machu Picchu Mountain.

How much time will I have to explore Machu Picchu? Typically, you will have around 2-3 hours to explore Machu Picchu, depending on your train schedule and the time of your ticket entry.

Is the Lares Trek worth it compared to the Inca Trail? Yes, the Lares Trek offers a unique, less crowded route to Machu Picchu with cultural immersion in traditional Andean villages, and the luxury glamping experience makes it more comfortable and luxurious than traditional trekking options.

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