Lares Trek 2 Days with Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Tour 2024 - 2025

Overview

We have the best alternative Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu Via Lares trek and  Short Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu 4 days. If you lost the chance to book your Classic Inca Trail tour to Machu Picchu, no worries you can still hike the last part of this hiking route via Lares trek + Short Inca Trail. You will visit Machu Picchu twice  one for Sunset and last day you can do the Sunrise of Machu Picchu in very personalize service. and if you also want to hike the Huayna Picchu Mountain, you can add that option on the last day of this tour. Luxurite with Vistadome train service or 360 view train on the way back from your trip. all inclusive tour. Door to Door service. we are highly recommended on TripAdvisor "CLICK HERE" 

Feel free to personalize this tour according your plan trip 

Trip Details

Highlights

Lares Trek 2 Days with Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Why we are your best option!!! 

  • We pick you up from your hotel on the departure day.
  • We are local family tour operator.
  • We refund your deposit if any situation make cancell your trip (consult our refund policies).
  • We are recommended on TripAdvisor, we already win the travellers’ choice 2024.
  • Once you finalize your booking  is 100% secure your tour departurein any of our tours. 
  • We offer small groups experience up to 7 people, and really good and delicious lunch (including vegetarian/vegan options).
  • Machu Picchu Sunset view experince at the end of your day 3 on short inca Trail by the spot of Machu Picchu.
  • We have a great camping spots by last incan Villages with local activities experience. 
  • You will have Machu Picchu Sunrise view experience on day 4 with bus service to get there.
  • if you are interested to hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain you can do with Us on day 4 afther you Machu Picchu tour. 
  • We included free walking poles for confortable 4 days hike.
  • BLuxurite with the Vistadome train Service or 360 view train on the way back to Cusco.
  • All transfer and transportation included in the package.
  • We are recommended on TRIPADVISOR (have a look our reviews).
  • When you book your spot with Kenko Adventures, you're not just booking a thrilling experience – you're also donating a warm jacket for children of the Peruvian Andes! "click here".

Itinerary

Itinerary of Lares Trek 2 Days + Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Inclusions

Equipment : 01 oxygen tanks and first aid kit in emergency cases.
Equipment : 01 pair of Walking Sticks per person
Other Services : 01 Riding Horse for emergency ( in case our clients feel very tired or to take photos. )
Accommodation : 1 night at campsite
Transport Services : All private transfers during the tours and specified on the itinerary.
Tour Services : Briefing service  ( 2 or 1 day before your tour by your guide. )
Tour Services : Chef and cook assistant specialized in gourmet and traditional meals in our region
Food and Meals : Drinkable water and snacks during the tour.
Train Tickets : Expedition train tickets from Ollantaytambo to kilometer # 104 ( at 06:10 on the Cusco – Aguas Calientes route.(If you want to get the Vistadome train service, Contac Us please) )
Other Services : Free shipping of luggage to Aguas Calientes town by train ( (Our Clients can send by train all your staff that you will need at the hotel and for second day) )
Entrance Fee Tickets : Inca Trail trekking route
Food and Meals : Lunch
Entrance Fee Tickets : Machu Picchu Citadel
Tour Services : Machu Picchu Sunset and Machu Picchu Sunrise.
Food and Meals : Meals as specified on the itinerary (B, L, D)
Transport Services : Pick up from Cusco Airport and transfer to your hotel in Cusco ( (Flight information is required). )
Transport Services : Pick up from your hotel ( (has to be locate in Cusco center). )
Equipment : Portable toilet during all trek duration
Tour Services : Private guided walking tour in the visited sites.
Transport Services : Private transportation from Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Tour Services : Professional Bilingual speaker tour guide.
Tour Services : Professional English speaker tour guide.
Transport Services : Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
Transport Services : Round trip transportation service.
Food and Meals : Snacks and lunch.
A1 Service : Superior private service. ( Our Superior quality service offers private tours and small groups with personalized service, we take care details and we create the best unforgettable experiences in our client lives through our wonder Machu Picchu and our beloved region Cusco. Superior private service. )
Transport Services : Transportation from Cusco to train stations.
Train Tickets : Vistadome class return train ticket ( from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo with panoramic view for perfect experience )
Other Services : We guarantee your departure, when you book with Us
Entrance Fee Tickets : Huayna Picchu - (45 min walk) ( check Huayna Picchu Availability. )
Food and Meals : Last lunch in Aguas Calientes (  (you can make a better choice here as there are a lot of different options) )
Entrance Fee Tickets : Machu Picchu Mountain - (1:30 hours walk) ( check Machu Picchu Mountain Availability. )
Equipment : Sleeping bags ( (can be rented at our office). )
Tips : The tips for sevices of guides, porters, etc

Prices Options

Max Group Size : 8
Our price: USD $ 799.00 per person for 2 people.
Our price: USD $ 750.00 per person for 3 people.
Our price: USD $ 700.00 per person for 4 people or more. The best price!
Reservation price: USD $ 200 per person

FAQS

Can I store my luggage at your office?

Of course! During the Cusco Machu Picchu Tour your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.

Do I need my original passport for the Cusco Machu Picchu tour?

Yes, you have to get your original passport and it is very important and it have to be the same passport number that you sent to us at book time, and also train ticket, other entrances and reservations Will have the same document. The rangers will check when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before to board you’re the train.

In case you are changing your Passport or you lost and you get a new one, go ahead and send us your new passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it and when you get to our country no surprises and everything Will be fine.

How do i get the student ISIC card discount?

The ISIC Student can get Discount..

You must have a valid current internationally accepted ISIC card in your name.

They could apply for the ISIC Card at https://www.isic.org/

You must provide a copy of your ISIC card at your booking time.

Send us a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com.

How do I qualify for the student discount? (-$20)

According to our government Laws you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need ISIC cards). For example, if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.

  • Students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.
  • Children from age of 2 to 12 they get discount of $20.
  • Children from the age of 0 to 2 they are free.

All students must send a copy of their passport at booking time to get the discount.

We need a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com

How is the climate in Cusco?

The climate in our country is very variant and does not consider the normal 4 seasons. Here, in just one day we can see all of the seasons! And this is why we recommend our visitors to be prepared for any occasion, either for rain or sunny days.

A very important factor which alter our world is global warming, which has evolved into a high risky contributor due to the glaciers melting in Peruvian Andes, and it also affect the normal development of our weather.

Nonetheless, something that is very marked in our country and in some cities here in the Andes is that we only have 2 main seasons during the year:

Dry Season: We consider the dry season from the end of April until the end of September, in this period the first rains will start. For this reason, this is the best time to visit our region and our amazing Machu Picchu and also avoid any inconveniences.

Rainy Season: This season starts on October until the end of April approximately, so during this time it is advised to all of our visitors to pack their belongings into waterproof bags, as in our region it can be sunny the first 2 hours and then have a heavy rain.

We know that there are extreme climates worldwide, but this must not stop us from our longing and desire to explore the world, to discover marvelous cultures and interact with them. Be welcomed to Perú and Machu Picchu.

How to book the tour? First, to book our day tours and Machu Picchu Tours or trekking tour

We need you to fill out our booking form with your personal information by clicking on BOOK NOW.

Please be ready with the next information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group).  We cannot purchase an entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:

Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):

  • Gender
  • Passport number
  • Full name
  • D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality

Important information for your tour

Have a look carefully the next information; it will help you answer any of your questions about our service and tours in Cusco and Machu Picchu.

Machu Picchu Mountain

This mountain is located inside the park as well, and is only 1:20 hrs away hiking by your own. Once you reach the summit, you will take impressive photos with panoramic views of the entire valley in which is situated Machu Picchu inca citadel, you will also have impressive views of the Andes Mountain range and the glaciers that protect this unique ecosystem.

The demand to obtain permits for this hike is quickly growing up, for this we advise a minimum of 2 months in advance to book the tickets, as there is a limit for visitors per day to experience this amazing hike. This hike has 2 schedules, the first from 07:00 am to 08:00 am and the second from 09:00 am to 10:00 am with a limit of 200 people per group.

May I change the departure date after the tickets have been bought?

“No”. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable unfortunately.

*** If you cancel your Cusco Machu Picchu Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!

Note

Kenko Adventures guarantees the visit to these attractions in any of our tours if you make the booking early enough in advance.

Second, we require a deposit of US $ 300.00 per person

In order to purchase your entrance to Machu Picchu and train ticket.  You can make you deposit by  PAYPAL Online or you can do a deposit in our Bank account at Interbank.

Bank account number: 4203107104602.

The briefing

We use to visit at your hotel 6 pm or if you prefer during the day 9am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm, please you could send us an email with details to get your briefing time Will be ready any time for our clients.

Welcome to Cusco

You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and we drive you to your hotel, please send us the information about flight details at least 14 days prior to your trek or tour. Look out for our representative holding an KENKO ADVENTURES logo at the arrival terminal. It can be done on any date that is best suited to you!

What about the balance?

It could be greatly appreciated if our clients pay in cash at your briefing time at the hotel (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by PAYPAL online.

Packing List

PACKING LIST FOR LARES TREK +SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU.

Kenko Adventures Peru is going to give you a duffel bag for your hiking tour at briefing time mostly a day berofe prior to the trek. The duffel bag accommodates up to 6 kg of your personal items and a sleeping bag. Our Porters or horses will carry those bags, camping equipment and food. The maximum weight allowed by Peruvian law to be carried by a Porter is 23 kg (this consists of 18 kg of load + 5 kg of Porter's personal items). Things excessing the maximum weight are carried by you unless you hire an Extra Porter. You have to bring a small daypack to pack your personal ítems for the day hike as water bottle, a camera and sun protection cream as you will have access to your dufle bags carried by the Porter sor horses at Lunch time and at the campsites because Porters always go ahead the group but the group is going to join for lunch and you can get your dufle bags.

Appropriate guear for Inca Trail or alternative hikes to Machu Picchu

We higltly recomend hiking pants and long sleeved T-shirts during the day, fleeces and waterproof jackets. It traveller are coming during the rainy season so we Recomend (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes very frequently. We over camping nights we recomend warm clothing is required, down jackets can be useful. About Machu Picchu tour day is warm  and some times very hot climate, so we recmend you covertible hiking pants to swtch as a shorts, so the most important things that you should bring for Machu Picchu hiking tours is:

Antibacterial hand gel
Binoculars
Camera
Clothes in layers
Insect repellant - DEET 20 strongly recommended.
Passport
Personal medication
Plastic bags for rain situations
Pocket money in Soles or USD dolars
Sandals or flip-flops
Sleeping bag
Small pack towel and hand towel
Sun glases
Sun hat
Sun scream
Swimsuit
Toilet paper
Warm clothes for overnights
Water bottle
Water purifier
Waterproof clothes
Waterproof hiking shoes
Wet wipes

Highlights

Lares Trek 2 Days with Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Why we are your best option!!! 

  • We pick you up from your hotel on the departure day.
  • We are local family tour operator.
  • We refund your deposit if any situation make cancell your trip (consult our refund policies).
  • We are recommended on TripAdvisor, we already win the travellers’ choice 2024.
  • Once you finalize your booking  is 100% secure your tour departurein any of our tours. 
  • We offer small groups experience up to 7 people, and really good and delicious lunch (including vegetarian/vegan options).
  • Machu Picchu Sunset view experince at the end of your day 3 on short inca Trail by the spot of Machu Picchu.
  • We have a great camping spots by last incan Villages with local activities experience. 
  • You will have Machu Picchu Sunrise view experience on day 4 with bus service to get there.
  • if you are interested to hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain you can do with Us on day 4 afther you Machu Picchu tour. 
  • We included free walking poles for confortable 4 days hike.
  • BLuxurite with the Vistadome train Service or 360 view train on the way back to Cusco.
  • All transfer and transportation included in the package.
  • We are recommended on TRIPADVISOR (have a look our reviews).
  • When you book your spot with Kenko Adventures, you're not just booking a thrilling experience – you're also donating a warm jacket for children of the Peruvian Andes! "click here".

Itinerary

Itinerary of Lares Trek 2 Days + Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Inclusions

Equipment : 01 oxygen tanks and first aid kit in emergency cases.
Equipment : 01 pair of Walking Sticks per person
Other Services : 01 Riding Horse for emergency ( in case our clients feel very tired or to take photos. )
Accommodation : 1 night at campsite
Transport Services : All private transfers during the tours and specified on the itinerary.
Tour Services : Briefing service  ( 2 or 1 day before your tour by your guide. )
Tour Services : Chef and cook assistant specialized in gourmet and traditional meals in our region
Food and Meals : Drinkable water and snacks during the tour.
Train Tickets : Expedition train tickets from Ollantaytambo to kilometer # 104 ( at 06:10 on the Cusco – Aguas Calientes route.(If you want to get the Vistadome train service, Contac Us please) )
Other Services : Free shipping of luggage to Aguas Calientes town by train ( (Our Clients can send by train all your staff that you will need at the hotel and for second day) )
Entrance Fee Tickets : Inca Trail trekking route
Food and Meals : Lunch
Entrance Fee Tickets : Machu Picchu Citadel
Tour Services : Machu Picchu Sunset and Machu Picchu Sunrise.
Food and Meals : Meals as specified on the itinerary (B, L, D)
Transport Services : Pick up from Cusco Airport and transfer to your hotel in Cusco ( (Flight information is required). )
Transport Services : Pick up from your hotel ( (has to be locate in Cusco center). )
Equipment : Portable toilet during all trek duration
Tour Services : Private guided walking tour in the visited sites.
Transport Services : Private transportation from Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Tour Services : Professional Bilingual speaker tour guide.
Tour Services : Professional English speaker tour guide.
Transport Services : Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
Transport Services : Round trip transportation service.
Food and Meals : Snacks and lunch.
A1 Service : Superior private service. ( Our Superior quality service offers private tours and small groups with personalized service, we take care details and we create the best unforgettable experiences in our client lives through our wonder Machu Picchu and our beloved region Cusco. Superior private service. )
Transport Services : Transportation from Cusco to train stations.
Train Tickets : Vistadome class return train ticket ( from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo with panoramic view for perfect experience )
Other Services : We guarantee your departure, when you book with Us
Entrance Fee Tickets : Huayna Picchu - (45 min walk) ( check Huayna Picchu Availability. )
Food and Meals : Last lunch in Aguas Calientes (  (you can make a better choice here as there are a lot of different options) )
Entrance Fee Tickets : Machu Picchu Mountain - (1:30 hours walk) ( check Machu Picchu Mountain Availability. )
Equipment : Sleeping bags ( (can be rented at our office). )
Tips : The tips for sevices of guides, porters, etc

Price & Options

Max Group Size : 8
Our price: USD$ 799.00 per person for 2 people.
Our price: USD$ 750.00 per person for 3 people.
Our price: USD $ 700.00 per person for 4 people or more. The best price!.
Reservation price: USD $ 200 per person

Can I store my luggage at your office?

Of course! During the Cusco Machu Picchu Tour your main luggage can be stored at our office or at your hotel, both are for free. Please don´t pack anything you will need for your hike.

Do I need my original passport for the Cusco Machu Picchu tour?

Yes, you have to get your original passport and it is very important and it have to be the same passport number that you sent to us at book time, and also train ticket, other entrances and reservations Will have the same document. The rangers will check when you enter Machu Picchu. The train company will also check your passport before to board you’re the train.

In case you are changing your Passport or you lost and you get a new one, go ahead and send us your new passport information to secure your permit, and we can change it and when you get to our country no surprises and everything Will be fine.

How do i get the student ISIC card discount?

The ISIC Student can get Discount..

You must have a valid current internationally accepted ISIC card in your name.

They could apply for the ISIC Card at https://www.isic.org/

You must provide a copy of your ISIC card at your booking time.

Send us a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com.

How do I qualify for the student discount? (-$20)

According to our government Laws you must be under 18 years of age at the time of your trek, tour, or visit to Machu Picchu (students 18 & above need ISIC cards). For example, if you book a trek at the age of 17 but you turn 18 before you do your trek, you do not qualify for a student discount.

  • Students from 12 to 17 years old, they get discount of $20.
  • Children from age of 2 to 12 they get discount of $20.
  • Children from the age of 0 to 2 they are free.

All students must send a copy of their passport at booking time to get the discount.

We need a copy at info@kenkoadventures.com

How is the climate in Cusco?

The climate in our country is very variant and does not consider the normal 4 seasons. Here, in just one day we can see all of the seasons! And this is why we recommend our visitors to be prepared for any occasion, either for rain or sunny days.

A very important factor which alter our world is global warming, which has evolved into a high risky contributor due to the glaciers melting in Peruvian Andes, and it also affect the normal development of our weather.

Nonetheless, something that is very marked in our country and in some cities here in the Andes is that we only have 2 main seasons during the year:

Dry Season: We consider the dry season from the end of April until the end of September, in this period the first rains will start. For this reason, this is the best time to visit our region and our amazing Machu Picchu and also avoid any inconveniences.

Rainy Season: This season starts on October until the end of April approximately, so during this time it is advised to all of our visitors to pack their belongings into waterproof bags, as in our region it can be sunny the first 2 hours and then have a heavy rain.

We know that there are extreme climates worldwide, but this must not stop us from our longing and desire to explore the world, to discover marvelous cultures and interact with them. Be welcomed to Perú and Machu Picchu.

How to book the tour? First, to book our day tours and Machu Picchu Tours or trekking tour

We need you to fill out our booking form with your personal information by clicking on BOOK NOW.

Please be ready with the next information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group).  We cannot purchase an entrance to Machu Picchu or the train without the following information:

Personal information (your full name, exactly as on your passport):

  • Gender
  • Passport number
  • Full name
  • D.OB. (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality

Important information for your tour

Have a look carefully the next information; it will help you answer any of your questions about our service and tours in Cusco and Machu Picchu.

Machu Picchu Mountain

This mountain is located inside the park as well, and is only 1:20 hrs away hiking by your own. Once you reach the summit, you will take impressive photos with panoramic views of the entire valley in which is situated Machu Picchu inca citadel, you will also have impressive views of the Andes Mountain range and the glaciers that protect this unique ecosystem.

The demand to obtain permits for this hike is quickly growing up, for this we advise a minimum of 2 months in advance to book the tickets, as there is a limit for visitors per day to experience this amazing hike. This hike has 2 schedules, the first from 07:00 am to 08:00 am and the second from 09:00 am to 10:00 am with a limit of 200 people per group.

May I change the departure date after the tickets have been bought?

“No”. Once the tickets have been bought the government does not allow any changes, so we can’t change any departure date. Tickets are not transferable nor refundable unfortunately.

*** If you cancel your Cusco Machu Picchu Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!

Note

Kenko Adventures guarantees the visit to these attractions in any of our tours if you make the booking early enough in advance.

Second, we require a deposit of US $ 300.00 per person

In order to purchase your entrance to Machu Picchu and train ticket.  You can make you deposit by  PAYPAL Online or you can do a deposit in our Bank account at Interbank.

Bank account number: 4203107104602.

The briefing

We use to visit at your hotel 6 pm or if you prefer during the day 9am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm, please you could send us an email with details to get your briefing time Will be ready any time for our clients.

Welcome to Cusco

You will be welcomed at Cusco airport and we drive you to your hotel, please send us the information about flight details at least 14 days prior to your trek or tour. Look out for our representative holding an KENKO ADVENTURES logo at the arrival terminal. It can be done on any date that is best suited to you!

What about the balance?

It could be greatly appreciated if our clients pay in cash at your briefing time at the hotel (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. We have many cash machines in the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by PAYPAL online.

Packing List

PACKING LIST FOR LARES TREK +SHORT INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU.

Kenko Adventures Peru is going to give you a duffel bag for your hiking tour at briefing time mostly a day berofe prior to the trek. The duffel bag accommodates up to 6 kg of your personal items and a sleeping bag. Our Porters or horses will carry those bags, camping equipment and food. The maximum weight allowed by Peruvian law to be carried by a Porter is 23 kg (this consists of 18 kg of load + 5 kg of Porter's personal items). Things excessing the maximum weight are carried by you unless you hire an Extra Porter. You have to bring a small daypack to pack your personal ítems for the day hike as water bottle, a camera and sun protection cream as you will have access to your dufle bags carried by the Porter sor horses at Lunch time and at the campsites because Porters always go ahead the group but the group is going to join for lunch and you can get your dufle bags.

Appropriate guear for Inca Trail or alternative hikes to Machu Picchu

We higltly recomend hiking pants and long sleeved T-shirts during the day, fleeces and waterproof jackets. It traveller are coming during the rainy season so we Recomend (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes very frequently. We over camping nights we recomend warm clothing is required, down jackets can be useful. About Machu Picchu tour day is warm  and some times very hot climate, so we recmend you covertible hiking pants to swtch as a shorts, so the most important things that you should bring for Machu Picchu hiking tours is:

Antibacterial hand gel
Binoculars
Camera
Clothes in layers
Insect repellant - DEET 20 strongly recommended.
Passport
Personal medication
Plastic bags for rain situations
Pocket money in Soles or USD dolars
Sandals or flip-flops
Sleeping bag
Small pack towel and hand towel
Sun glases
Sun hat
Sun scream
Swimsuit
Toilet paper
Warm clothes for overnights
Water bottle
Water purifier
Waterproof clothes
Waterproof hiking shoes
Wet wipes

Reviews for Lares Trek 2 Days + Short Inca Trail 2 Days

Audrey 20h

We did the Lares hike with 4 kids between 7-10. Elvis was exceptional with the kids and everyone. He speaks quechua, is indigenous and we felt like he was committed to helping local communities to continue to conserve this amazing landscape.

Mike

Did lares trek with Elvis a couple of years ago, really friendly and knowledgeable guide would definitely recommend, great guy

Niek

Kenko (and our guide Elvis) spared no detail in our 4 day trek on the Lares route and visit to Machupiccu. The logistics, guiding, meals, and overall experience was incredible. We live in Ecuador, and… ...

Free warm jacket for my litle friend!

Kenko Adventure Peru founder decided to add a social proyect in all Our tours that means, if you are booking a tour with Us, you automatically are donating a warm jacket for Our litle kids that have very hard living in very cold conditions near by the Andes Mountain

f you are booking a tour with Us, you automatically are donating a warm jacket

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