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A compact high‑altitude trek from Lares valley up to the Sacsallaully pass, finishing at Machu Picchu. Expect thermal baths, Queuña groves, high mountain lakes and a sunrise entry to the Inca citadel.
A compact high‑altitude trek from Lares valley up to the Sacsallaully pass, finishing at Machu Picchu. Expect thermal baths, Queuña groves, high mountain lakes and a sunrise entry to the Inca citadel.
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Morning light strips across the Lares valley as you step from the bus and inhale the thin, cold air—condensed breath and wool against your palms. The trail climbs through a patchwork of agricultural terraces, threads past steaming thermal pools and pushes up to the Sacsallaully pass (4,646 m), where the wind seems to test your resolve before opening a view of snow-capped peaks and mirror lakes.
challenging.
4 days.
Requires good cardiovascular fitness and experience with full-day hikes at altitude; ability to manage long ascents and descents.
Yes—entrance to Machu Picchu is included in the tour; if you plan to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, book that extra permit in advance as slots are limited.
The pass reaches 4,646 m with several hours of uphill walking; it’s steep and exposed in places, so good fitness and proper acclimatization are essential.
Yes—many itineraries include a visit to the Lares thermal baths early in the trek day for a relaxing soak before camp.
No—the final access to Machu Picchu is by the established entrance from Aguas Calientes; the tour uses the train between Aguas Calientes and Ollantaytambo for return transport.
The Lares valley has long been a corridor for Andean communities; many trails follow pre-Columbian routes used for trade and seasonal herding.
Machupicchu and the surrounding corridor limit daily visitor numbers to reduce erosion and cultural impact—stick to marked trails, pack out waste and support local guides.
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