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Sacred Valley & Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu

Design your own adventure! Both our 5- and 7-day Sacred Valley and Lares itineraries will lead you on expeditions through the bustling towns and marketplaces of the Sacred Valley, along seldom-traveled highland trails to fascinating archaeological sites, and to hidden Andean villages for a first-hand glimpse into the culture and daily life of communities that still maintain the traditions of their Inca forebears. Each day our expert guides will help you tailor your trip from an exciting list of both cultural encounters and active excursions.

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5 Day Adventure
7 Day Program

5 Day Adventure

DAY 0 EVENING BRIEFING IN CUSCO

Location: El Mercado - one of our signature hotels located just 3 blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cusco’s main town square.

DAY 1 EXPLORING PISAQ

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
Hike
-From the local community of Amaru to the local community of Viacha
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate to challenging
-Highest elevation: 14,200’ / 4,328 m
GROUP ACTIVITY:
/ Visit to the community of Viacha
/ Traditional Pachamanca lunch in town
/ Exploration of the Pisaq archaeological site
/ Optional hike from Viacha to the Pisaq archaeological site
OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

EXCURSION
/ Explore the textile center of Awanacancha
/ Visit the town and marketplace in Pisaq
/ Short drive to the village of Viacha
GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the community of Viacha
/ Traditional Pachamanca lunch in town
/ Exploration of the Pisaq archaeological site
TIPS
/ Sunscreen is key in the Sacred Valley
/ Pisaq market: make sure to negotiate prices with the vendors—they expect it!
/ The temperature in the Sacred Valley will decrease dramatically as the sun goes down. We recommend that you take an extra layer for your afternoon excursion
OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (el. 9,705’ / 2,958 m)

DAY 2 INTO THE HEART OF LARES

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the small town of Lamay
/ Scenic drive to Ancasmarca
/ Guided tour of the Ancasmarca archaeological site

ACTIVITY
HIKE
Option A)
-From Quelquena to Huacahuasi
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Easy to Moderate
-Highest elevation 12,595’ / 3,839 m

Option B)
-From Cuncani to Huacahuasi
-Approximately 4 hours
-Moderate
-Highest elevation 13,838’ / 4,219 m

OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the small town of Lamay
/ Scenic drive to Ancasmarca
/ Guided tour of the Ancasmarca archaeological site

EXCURSION
/ Scenic drive to the small town of Choquecancha
/ Afternoon arrival at Huacahuasi Lodge
OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

DAY 3 THE ROAD TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
HIKE
In the morning:
-From Huilloc to Pumamarka, stopping by the Ayar Orcco Inca Cemetery
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate

GROUP ACTIVITY
Visit the archaeological site of Pumamarka

In the afternoon:
-From Pumamarka to Ollantaytambo
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
Enjoy a visit to an artisanal brewery that uses all locally sourced products for their beers. (subject to additional cost)

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (el. 9,284’ / 2,830 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:
EXCURSION
/ Scenic drive from Huacahuasi Lodge to Huilloc
/ Visit to a local trout farm and ceviche tasting
/ Participate in a ceremony for the good health of the community’s flock
/ Visit the archaeological site of Pumamarka
/ Visit to the “Half-Moon” terraces
/ Explore the town of Ollantaytambo

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
Enjoy a visit to an artisanal brewery that uses all locally sourced products for their beers. (subject to additional cost)

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (el. 9,284’ / 2,830 m)

DAY 4 DISCOVERING OLLANTAYTAMBO

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY

HIKE

Option A)
-Lower Pinkuylluna mountain above Ollantaytambo
-Approximately 1.5 hours
-Moderate

Option B)
-Higher Pinkuylluna mountain above Ollantaytambo
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Moderate to challenging

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Guided tour of the Ollantaytambo archaeological site
/ Free time to explore the town and market on your own
/ Train ride from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
/ Hotel check-in and afternoon at leisure

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town (el. 6,232’ / 1,900 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town (el. 6,232’ / 1,900 m)

DAY 5 THE CITADEL OF MACHU PICCHU

Early morning guided tour of Machu Picchu followed by free time for further exploration or a hike up Huayna Picchu *. Lunch in Aguas Calientes and afternoon journey back to Cusco.

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Early morning bus ride to Machu Picchu (Approximately 30 mins)
/ Two-hour guided tour of the Inca Citadel
/ Lunch at Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel
/ Train ride to Ollantaytambo
/ Scenic drive from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

HIKE
-Guided hike to Huayna Picchu mountain
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Moderate to challenging
-Highest elevation: 8,924’ / 2,720 m

CULTURE EXCURSION:
GROUP ACTIVITY

/ Early morning bus ride to Machu Picchu (Approximately 30 mins)
/ Two-hour guided tour of the Inca Citadel
/ Lunch at Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel
/ Train ride to Ollantaytambo
/ Scenic drive from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

EXCURSION

/ After the guided tour, choose to stay and explore more of Machu Picchu on your own or take the bus back to Aguas Calientes for some last-minute souvenir shopping at the Aguas Calientes artisanal market
/ If you opt to spend more time in Machu Picchu, consider a short hike to the Sun Gate or the Inca Bridge

7 Day Program

DAY 0 EVENING BRIEFING IN CUSCO

Location: El Mercado - one of our signature hotels located just 3 blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cusco’s main town square.

DAY 1 TREASURES OF THE SACRED VALLEY

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Morning visit to the Chinchero archaeological site

HIKE
-From Chinchero to Urquillos (Afternoon hike)
-Approximately 3 hours
-Easy to Moderate

OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Morning visit to the Chincheros archaeological site

EXCURSION
/ Extended visit to Chincheros
/ Guided tour of the Moray agricultural terraces
/ Tour of the Maras natural salt mines

OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958 m)

DAY 2 EXPLORING PISAQ

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
HIKE

-From the local community of Amaru to the local community of Viacha
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate to challenging
-Highest elevation: 14,200’ / 4,328 m

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the community of Viacha
/ Traditional Pachamanca lunch in town
/ Exploration of the Pisaq archaeological site
/ Optional hike from Viacha to the Pisaq archaeological site

OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

EXCURSION
/ Explore the textile center of Awanacancha
/ Visit the town and marketplace in Pisaq
/ Short drive to the village of Viacha

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the community of Viacha
/ Traditional Pachamanca lunch in town
/ Exploration of the Pisaq archaeological site

OVERNIGHT: Lamay Lodge (el. 9,705’ / 2,958 m)

DAY 3 INTO THE HEART OF LARES

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the small town of Lamay
/ Scenic drive to Ancasmarca
/ Guided tour of the Ancasmarca archaeological site

ACTIVITY
HIKE
OPTION A)
-From Quelquena to Huacahuasi
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Easy to Moderate
-Highest elevation 12,595’ / 3,839 m

OPTION B)
-From Cuncani to Huacahuasi
-Approximately 4 hours
-Moderate
-Highest elevation 13,838’ / 4,219 m

OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the small town of Lamay
/ Scenic drive to Ancasmarca
/ Guided tour of the Ancasmarca archaeological site

EXCURSION
/ Scenic drive to the small town of Choquecancha
/ Afternoon arrival at Huacahuasi Lodge

OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

DAY 4 EXPLORE HUACHUASI

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the community of Huacahuasi

ACTIVITY
HIKE
OPTION A)
-Leisurely walk to the Huacahuasi waterfalls
-Approximately 2 hours
-Easy

OPTION B)
-From Quiswarani to Huacahuasi
-Approximately 7 hours
-Challenging
-Highest elevation: 14,505’ / 4,421 m

OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Visit to the community of Huacahuasi

EXCURSION
/ Spend extra time in Huacahuasi meeting the local people and visiting their homes
/ Cooking class at Huacahuasi Lodge
/ Lunch and afternoon at leisure

OVERNIGHT: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585’ / 3,835 m)

DAY 5 THE ROAD TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
HIKE
In the morning:
-From Huilloc to Pumamarka, stopping by the Ayar Orcco Inca Cemetery
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate

GROUP ACTIVITY
Visit the archaeological site of Pumamarka

In the afternoon:
-From Pumamarka to Ollantaytambo
-Approximately 3 hours
-Moderate

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
Enjoy a visit to an artisanal brewery that uses all locally sourced products for their beers. (subject to additional cost)

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (el. 9,284’ / 2,830 m)

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
Enjoy a visit to an artisanal brewery that uses all locally sourced products for their beers. (subject to additional cost)

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas (el. 9,284’ / 2,830 m)

DAY 6 DISCOVERING OLLANTAYTAMBO

ACTIVE EXCURSION:

ACTIVITY
HIKE

-Lower Pinkuylluna mountain above Ollantaytambo

-Approximately 1.5 hours

-Moderate

Option B)
-Higher Pinkuylluna mountain above Ollantaytambo
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Moderate to challenging

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town (el. 6,232’ / 1,900 m)

CULTURE

OVERNIGHT: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town (el. 6,232’ / 1,900 m)

DAY 7 THE CITADEL OF MACHU PICCHU

ACTIVE EXCURSION:<

HIKE

-Guided hike to Huayna Picchu mountain
(subject to availability)
-Approximately 2.5 hours
-Moderate to challenging
-Highest elevation: 8,924’ / 2,720 m

CULTURE EXCURSION:

GROUP ACTIVITY
/ Early morning bus ride to Machu Picchu (Approximately 30 mins)
/ Two-hour guided tour of the Inca Citadel
/ Lunch at Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel
/ Train ride to Ollantaytambo
/ Scenic drive from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

EXCURSION
/ After the guided tour, choose to stay and explore more of Machu Picchu on your own or take the bus back to Aguas Calientes for some last-minute souvenir shopping at the Aguas Calientes artisanal market
/ If you opt to spend more time in Machu Picchu, consider a short hike to the Sun Gate or the Inca Bridge

MAP

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Our mountain lodges, each uniquely conceived through thoughtful architectural design that includes traditional Inca building techniques and a nod to their respective environments. We offer all the comforts of home along with top-notch amenities and exceptional service.

Spots to relax and meditate abound at each lodge: welcoming patios, private guest room balconies, fire pits, and outdoor hot tubs…all with inspiring views of the region.

Our exceptional lodge menus are comprised of traditional recipes prepared with an innovative neo-Andean cuisine flair. Each ingredient is locally sourced with an emphasis on farm-to-table sustainability.

Our local staff provides exceptional service and care from the moment you arrive…warm towels and refreshments in the afternoons…hot water bottles and herb-infused pillows at night…our goal is to make you feel at home.

LAMAY LODGE
HUACAHUASI LODGE

LAMAY LODGE

Our Lamay Lodge is an idyllic hideaway in the Sacred Valley town of the same name (9,721’/2,963m). Resplendent sun and green, flower-dotted gardens with picturesque pastoral views create a calming sensation that envelops you from the moment you arrive. The outdoor hot tub and firepit in the center garden are welcoming spaces to gather, as are the cozy indoor nooks.

HUACAHUASI LODGE

Our Huacahuasi Lodge, an imposing structure built on the mountainside adjacent to its namesake village, was designed to showcase dramatic views of the valley and beyond with its soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows (12,599’/3,840m). Each luxury guest room is equipped with a private outdoor jacuzzi for you to relax while you take in dramatic sunsets and star-filled evening skies.

KM 104: ONE DAY INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU

(subject to availability and additional cost)

Mountain Lodges of Peru is proud to offer guests on our 5- and 7-day Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure the option to incorporate a one-day hike along Peru’s Classic Inca Trail. Starting the hike at KM 104 and arriving on foot at the ruins of Machu Picchu via the citadel’s iconic Sun Gate just above.

ITINERARY

5:30 am Breakfast at the hotel in Sacred Valley.

6:30 am Depart hotel for a 30 min. transfer to Ollantaytambo train station and embark on a 1.5 hour train ride to KM 104.

9:30 am Cross the Chachabamba bridge to begin your hike. Ascend to Wiñay Wayna, an archaeological complex featuring ancient houses, fountains, and agricultural terraces overlooking the Urubamba river. Continue on to the Sun Gate for your first glimpse of Machu Picchu.

4:00 pm Enjoy spectacular views as you descend along the perimeter of the citadel to catch the shuttle bus to Aguas Calientes. (Note: Hikers will not explore the citadel until the group visit the following day.).

4:30 pm Board the shuttle bus and arrive at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel by approximately 5:00 p.m.

Please note:

/ The full-day KM 104 hike will replace the standard route offered on Day 4 of the 5-Day and Day 6 of the 7-Day Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure.

/ This activity must be booked at least 60 days prior to departure date in order to secure trail permits and are subject to availability. (Only 250 permits issued per day.)

/ Trail permits do not include same day visitation to the citadel of Machu Picchu.

/ A guide must accompany all hikers with groups growing no larger than 16 guests.

Additional Cost Includes:

/ Transfer from the hotel in the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo train station.

/ Services of an experienced trail guide (one MLP guide will accompany each group of hikers up to 8 guests, with a second assistant guide joining for any groups of 9-16 guests).

/ Snacks & box lunch.

/ Train ticket from Ollantaytambo station to KM 104.

/ Trail permit to hike the one-day classic Inca Trail route from KM 104 to Machu Picchu.

/ Bus ticket from the Machu Picchu citadel to Aguas Calientes.

5-Day Program 2019

March 1st – March 31st
November 1st – December 14th
US$ 1,899

April 1st – October 31st
December 15th – December 31st
US$ US$ 2,500

5-Day Program 2018

March 1st – March 31st
November 1st – December 14th
US$ 1,800

April 1st – October 31st
December 15th – December 31st
US$ US$ 2,400

7-Day Program 2019

March 1st – March 31st
November 1st – December 14th
US$ 2,299

April 1st – October 31st
December 15th – December 31st
US$ 3,300

7-Day Program 2018

March 1st – March 31st
November 1st – December 14th
US$ 2,300

April 1st – October 31st
December 15th – December 31st
US$ 3,100

We offer guaranteed departures from Cusco several times per week from March 1st through December 31st.

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DETAILS:

● 5D/4N or 7D/6N round-trip itinerary
● Rates are per person based on shared accommodations
● Requested single room: 25% supplement of the per person rates.
● Requested Willing to Share: 10% supplement of the per person rates
● Children under 12, when sharing a room with an adult, will be granted a 50% discount off of the standard rate depending on the program. (Maximum two children per room).*
● Children 13 to 16 years-old, when sharing a room with an adult, will be granted a 25% discount off of the standard rate depending on the program.(Maximum two children per room).*
● A non-refundable deposit of US$500.00 per person is required to confirm a reservation.
● We recommend arriving in Cusco 1-2 days prior to your departure date for altitude acclimatization.
● Please review our full Terms and Conditions.

*The child discount does not apply to single room occupancy. Children must be 14 or older to occupy a single room. In this case, the full adult rate and single supplement will apply.

SERVICES INCLUDE:

● Transportation during all program days
● 4 or 6 nights lodging *
● All meals except breakfast on Day 1 and dinner on the last day of the program
● Service of a bilingual guide (Spanish/English) during all program days. Tours are led in English.
● Entrance fees and permits to points of interest and archeological sites
● Guided visit to Machu Picchu (including entrance fee and transportation to site).
● Train service to Aguas Calientes
● Filtered water, tea, coffee, juice, and soft drinks at all lodges (alcohol, sports drinks, and bottled water not included).
● Gratuities for the staff at the lodges and the staff in the field. Note: Gratuities for your guide are not included and are at your discretion. Feel free to follow the “Gratuities” guidelines in our FAQ’s

*Depending on selected itinerary

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