Find essential answers about activities, altitude, meals, transportation, lodge stays, and the optional Machu Picchu extension on your Lares Lodge Getaway.
The journey is suitable for a range of activity levels. Guests can choose from cultural visits, easy-to-moderate walks and moderate hikes along ancient Andean trails.
Previous trekking experience is not required, but a reasonable level of fitness is recommended for those choosing the hiking options.
Yes. Flexibility is an important part of the experience.
Depending on the day, guests may choose between guided hikes and cultural visits. Options include exploring Moray and the Maras salt mines, visiting Pisaq’s artisan market, and discovering the streets and Inca architecture of Ollantaytambo.
Some activities are subject to availability and may require an additional cost.
We recommend arriving in Cusco at least two days before departure to begin acclimatizing.
Lamay Lodge is located at 2,958 m or 9,705 ft. During your first days at altitude, drink plenty of water, eat light meals, avoid excessive alcohol and limit strenuous activity.
Your guide will monitor your wellbeing throughout the journey.
Ground transportation and the meals specified in the itinerary are included from the beginning of the journey until the return to Cusco.
Airport transfers and accommodations in Cusco before and after the program are not automatically included but may be arranged through your Travel Specialist.
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and most dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. Guests should inform their Travel Specialist of any allergies or dietary restrictions before arriving in Peru.
Yes. Machu Picchu is available as an optional extension at an additional cost.
After the activities in Ollantaytambo on Day 3, guests travel by train to Aguas Calientes and stay overnight at a partner hotel. The following morning includes a two-hour guided visit to Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco by train and private transfer.
The extension should be arranged in advance through your Travel Specialist and is subject to ticket and hotel availability.
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Starting At $595 Your trip includes accommodation, full-board dining, expert guides, excursions, entrance tickets and transportation.
Starting At $595
Your trip includes accommodation, full-board dining, expert guides, excursions, entrance tickets and transportation.