- Salkantay Trek
- Sacred Valley & Lares Adventure
- Grand Andean Experience
- Black Diamond Trek
- Lodge Getaways
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Unique Adventures
- Andean ArchaeoastronomyDiscover Ancient Andean Culture
- Multi-Sport AdventureHiking, Biking, Kayak, Horseback & Zip Lining
- Salkantay Equestrian JourneyHorseback Journey to Machu Picchu
- Andean Wellness JourneyA Restorative Andean Journey
- Family Adventure to Machu PicchuMultigenerational Family Travel
- Llama & Alpaca JourneyAlpaca & Llama Journey to Machu Picchu
- Explore all unique adventures +
- EXPLORE ALL +
- Sacred Valley & Lares Adventure
- Black Diamond Trek
- Lodge Getaways
-
Unique Adventures
- Andean ArchaeoastronomyDiscover Ancient Andean Culture
- Andean Wellness JourneyA Restorative Andean Journey
- Multi-Sport AdventureHiking, Biking, Kayak, Horseback & Zip Lining
- Family Adventure to Machu PicchuMultigenerational Family Travel
- Llama & Alpaca JourneyAlpaca & Llama Journey to Machu Picchu
- Explore all unique adventures +
- EXPLORE ALL +
Sacred Valley & Lares Adventure
Journey beyond the familiar on this 5-Day or 7-Day journey into the Sacred Valley and Lares.
At a Glance
Journey through the Sacred Valley and Lares, where each day brings guided hikes, vibrant markets, and cultural encounters, followed by warm lodge comforts, refined cuisine, and sweeping Andean views.
Itinerary Day by Day
DAY 1
CHINCHERO AND SACRED VALLEY
• Explore Chinchero, an Andean village rich in Inca history and tradition
• Choose between a scenic Inca trail descent or Maras and Moray exploration
• End the day arriving at your first remote lodge in the Sacred Valley
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Lunch (On route), Dinner (Lamay Lodge)
Overnight: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958m)
DAY 2
EXPLORING PISAQ
• Discover Pisaq through a valley hike or a cultural market visit
• Walk between mountain landscapes, artisan traditions, and local life
• Close the day with a traditional Pachamanca dinner at the lodge
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Lamay Lodge), Lunch (On Route), Dinner (Lamay Lodge)
Overnight: Lamay Lodge (9,705’ / 2,958m)
DAY 3
INTO THE HEART OF LARES
• Visit Ancasmarca archaeological site deep in the mountains
• Choose between community visits or scenic highland hikes
• Arrive at Huacahuasi Lodge surrounded by vast Andean landscapes
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Lamay Lodge), Lunch (On Route), Dinner (Huacahuasi Lodge)
Overnight: Huacahuasi Lodge (12,585’ / 3,835m)
DAY 4
EXPLORING HUACAHUASI - QUISWARANI
• Explore waterfalls, villages, and high-Andean cultural life
• Join a hands-on cooking experience with local ingredients
• Optional full-day high-altitude trek across glacial landscapes
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Huacahuasi Lodge), Lunch (On route), Dinner (Huacahuasi Lodge)
Overnight: Huacahuasi Lodge (12,585’ / 3,835m)
DAY 5
THE ROAD TO OLLANTAYTAMBO
• Visit Qori Maki and learn about local sustainability projects
• Choose between Andean ceremony or scenic mountain hiking routes
• Arrive in Ollantaytambo for a relaxed evening in town
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Huacahuasi Lodge), Lunch (Pumamarka), Dinner (Partner hotel in Ollantaytambo)
Overnight: Partner hotel in Ollantaytambo (9,284’ / 2,830m)
DAY 6
DISCOVERING OLLANTAYTAMBO
• Explore Ollantaytambo’s Inca fortress and historic town center
• Take a scenic train ride along the Urubamba River or hike KM 104 trail
• Gather in Aguas Calientes for dinner and Machu Picchu briefing
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Partner hotel in Ollantaytambo), Lunch (On Route), Dinner (Partner hotel in Aguas Calientes)
Overnight: Partner hotel in Aguas Calientes (6,232´ / 1,900m)
DAY 7
THE CITADEL OF MACHU PICCHU
• Enter Machu Picchu early and explore its temples and terraces
• Learn its history with your expert guide inside the citadel
• Return to Cusco through the Sacred Valley by train and transfer
Hiking Level: Easy to Moderate
Meals: Breakfast (Partner hotel in Aguas Calientes), Lunch (Partner hotel in Aguas Calientes)
Trip Route
A journey through the heart of the Sacred Valley and the remote landscapes of Lares, where ancient trails connect vibrant Andean communities, mountain lodges, and remarkable archaeological sites. From quiet valleys to living Inca towns, every step leads closer to the timeless wonder of Machu Picchu.
Reserve your Sacred Valley & Lares Adventure
Starting At $2,495
Your trip includes accommodation, full-board dining, expert guides, excursions, entrance tickets and transportation.
Starting At $2,495
Your trip includes accommodation, full-board dining, expert guides, excursions, entrance tickets and transportation.