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The town square is often the center of activity throughout this region, but so too is the town market, and none is more alive than the famous market at Pisaq. A morning visit to check out its unique array of products will inspire you with a small taste of the rich culture yet to be explored on your journey. Travelers seeking inspiration in nature can opt for an invigorating morning hike surrounded by amazing views of the Andes Mountains that guard this magnificent valley.
Now that you have gotten a glimpse of the rich Andean tapestry, today you will have the opportunity to go even deeper with an exploration into the heart of the Lares Valley. A scenic drive into the mountains, along the celebrated “Inca Weaver’s Trail,” allows you to visit the unique and uncrowded archaeological site of Ancasmarca along the hub-town of Lares. Activity Menu (afternoon, after the group visit):
Overnight: Huacahuasi Lodge (el. 12,585ft./3,835m.), located in the local community of Huacahuasi, in the Lares Region.
Spend some time in the morning learning more about the heritage and day-to-day activities of the Huacahuasi community. Then, you can choose to embark on a spectacular hike across varied terrain and a high mountain pass to an adjacent valley and the ancient town of Ollantaytambo, the oldest living city in Latin America; or try a2-in-1 activity, hiking from Lares Pass along an authentic Inca trail down into a beautiful canyon ending in the local community of Totora where you’ll meet the vehicle to head into the Sacred Valley for lunch. Alternatively, if you prefer to see more of the Sacred Valley, choose to drive all the way back for a visit to an impressive ethnographic museum featuring the history of Peru’s rich civilisations before lunch in the Urubamba River countryside. Spend the afternoon exploring the charming maze-like streets of Ollantaytambo or enjoying an optional mountain bike excursion through the Sacred Valley. Optional Activity (afternoon):
Overnight: Kuychi Rumi Lodge (el. 9,284ft./2,830m.).
From its beginnings as the royal estate of Inca-Emperor Pachacutec to its history as a stronghold against the Spanish conquistadors for Manco Inca Yupanqui, the temple at Ollantaytambo was regarded by the Incas as one of their most important ceremonial centers. After an early visit to the temple of Ollantaytambo you will embark on a scenic drive. En route you will make a stop at the fascinating archaeological site of Quillarumiyoc to enjoy a picnic lunch and explore the surroundings of the site. Optional Activity (afternoon):
Today you will take an acclimatization hike up the slopes above the lodge to Lake Humantay, a stunning lake fed by the hanging glaciers of Mt. Humantay. The hike is optional, but the views are amazing, and those brave enough can even go for a dip. 
This is the big day! After an early start, you will hike up the Rio Blanco valley, circling Humantay Peak across from Salkantay Peak. The highest point on the trek is the Salkantay Pass at 4,638m.(15,213 ft.), where you are sure to become awed by the views of snowcapped peaks of the Vilcabamba Range in every direction and the glaciated south face of Salkantay Peak towering above you. You’ll want to keep your eyes out here for Andean condors, as they are often visible in this area. From the pass you will descend towards Wayra Lodge (“Wayra” means wind, taken from the name of the location “Wayracmachay,” or “the cave where the wind lives”), your destination for the evening. 
After a leisurely early morning breakfast at Wayra Lodge, you will continue your descent along the left bank of the Salkantay River, through increasingly verdant scenery where the warm air rising from the jungle accompanied by colorful butterflies and striking orchids. 
Today you will hike along the Santa Teresa river valley, a more populated rural area where you’ll pass through banana, granadilla, and avocado orchards as well as coffee plantations (this region is known to produce one of the top organic coffees in the world). After a morning on the trail and a hot picnic lunch served by the river, your hike continues another hour before you’ll meeting a private vehicle
After a hearty breakfast, you will head uphill for two to three hours towards Llactapata Pass (8,974ft./ 2,736 m.), where you will come upon a distant but spectacular view of Machu Picchu Sanctuary from the southeast, a view few travelers ever get a chance to admire. You will take a short break to explore the recently restored archeological site of Llactapata before enjoying lunch served at a scenic viewpoint looking out to Machu Picchu. 
After a very early buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will make your way to the bus station for the ride up to Machu Picchu Sanctuary (approximately 30 minutes). Your trip leader will give an introductory
Situated at the edge of the quaint village of Lamay
in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, 2,941m above sea-level, the lodge
blends traditional heritage with original contemporary design and is
just an hour out
of Cusco. The large garden on the grounds is the centre of activities
and an excellent place to soak the Andean Mountain views. The large
Jacuzzi is an ideal place to relax at the end of a long day of
adventuring. 
Built into the side of a valley and perched high above the tiny
village of Huacahuasi, 3,800m above sea level. This lodge boasts
spectacular views of the the Andes. The atmosphere reflects the spirit
of the mountains and history of the region, and integrates local
architecture with modern decor. 
Kuychi Rumi offers exclusive lodging and is located in Urubamba. It consists of
seven luxurious and individually designed rustic rooms surrounded by
beautiful gardens and native fruit orchards. The property is nestled at
the foot of some of the most picturesque mountain peaks in all of Peru
and is within a short distance from the Urubamba River. Other nearby
historical sites and cities include Pisac, Ollantaytambo, chinchero,
Maras, Paucartambo and Manu National Park. Our personalised service
allows guests to relax and unwind from their day.
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peak in Inca mythology, which stands tall at a spectacular 20,500 feet.
The Lodge features 12 rooms, 1 hot tub, reading room, Trout fishing,
horseback riding and fantastic views of an enormous glacier-cloaked
mountain, this luxurious weigh station is on a lesser known route to
Machu Picchu Located between Humantay Peak and Salkantay Peak, it sits
in Peru’s Soraypampa Valley, on an unspoiled landscape of towering peaks
and alpine grasslands.
Perched on a 1,000 foot bluff above the river, the Colpa Lodge rests in a cloud
forest at 10, 3000 feet overlooking the Colpampa Valley, near hot
springs and confluence of three rivers; where you can hear the union of
the three rivers.
Lucma Lodge is built right into the mountainside and flanked by an avocado orchard. Near the village of Lucmabamba, it is in a tropical rainforest of an
archaeological reserve, at the head of the Inca Trail. Lucma lodge is
also fully equipped and serviced. There are 6 private double rooms, each
with a private bathroom complete with hot and cold water. There is
also a cosy reading room, fireplace, central heating and a relaxing
outdoor Jacuzzi to bubble away any aches from your day out trekking. 
Decorated with Andean tapestries, this hotel is supremely serene and cosy, yet
full of breathtaking wonder. Inkaterra Pueblo Machu Picchu is located
in Aguas Coliente and is just a short distance from the bustling
pedestrian-only town of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). This is a
sanctuary in every sense.
