The Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu

Day 1 Cusco      
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.      

Day 2 Cusco      
You will have the day at leisure to explore.      

Day 3 Cusco to Lamay    
Journey to the Sacred Valley. Choose from an invigorating hike (2-3 hours) or time at leisure. Later visit the isolated community of Viacha and stop at Pisac en route to your lodge in Lamay.      

Day 4 Lamay to Huacahuasi    
Travel into the heart of the Lares Valley. Drive along the Inca Weaver’s Trail and explore the archaeological site of Ancasmarca. After lunch visit the village of Choquecancha or hike to the remote village of Huacahuasi (3-4 hours). Stay overnight in Huacahuasi.      

Day 5 Huacahuasi to Ollantaytambo    
Today embark on a spectacular hike to Ollantaytambo via Pumamarka (7 hours). Alternatively transfer by road and spend the afternoon exploring the Sacred Valley.  

Day 6 Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu      
This morning you will have the option of a short hike (2 hours) before enjoying a guided tour of the Inca fortress ruins of Ollantaytambo. Take the scenic train to Aguas Calientes and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.    

Day 7 Machu Picchu to Cusco      
Sure to be a day to treasure, explore magical Machu Picchu with your knowledgeable guide before you take the train back to Cusco.  

Day 8 Cusco      
Transfer to the airport.