Visit this wonder of the world on these tours to Machu Picchu.
The tourist packages to Machu Picchu are one of the best decisions to travel through the Andes of Machu Picchu and the outstanding tourist circuits of the Cusco region, with extensions to other tourist destinations like Puno and Arequipa. Outdoor tours among Inca ruins, archeological parks, and short nature walks in the Andes are the perfect vacation for your next travel destination in Peru, South America.
In the Andes Mountains, Rainbow Mountain, often called Vinicunca Mountain, soars 5,200 meters (17,100 feet) above Cusco. The mountain is well known for its vivid colors, which are brought on by various minerals. Red, yellow, orange, and green represent the hues that create a truly captivating display.
The Rainbow Mountain Trek is a once-in-a-lifetime trip. The views from the mountain’s peak make the challenging walk up there worthwhile. The views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and glaciers are visible from the summit.
Our journeys include lunch, a professional guide, and transportation. Also, we provide a range of departure times to work with your schedule.
If you are interested in learning more about Andean cosmology and traditions or looking for a spiritual experience, then a spiritual tour in Cusco is a great option. Many different experiences are available, so you can find one that fits your interests and needs.
During these spiritual sessions, individuals may engage in various activities and ceremonies to establish a connection with the spiritual realm and foster personal growth and healing. These practices often draw inspiration from the natural elements, mountains, lakes, and other sacred sites that hold significance in the Andean culture.
The Amazon of Peru is a unique and mysterious place. The diversity and fantastic flora of the Amazon rainforest have long drawn us in, and our photographer’s hearts have yearned to capture stunning images of the abundant wildlife there. Visiting the Amazon Rainforest in Peru is one of the best travel experiences, “it has something to offer everyone,” whether you’re exploring it from a lodge or on a boat.
Enjoy the diversity of nature while exploring trails, looking for caiman and river otters, and standing on platforms in the thick canopy of the Amazon rainforest.
After spending the day exploring the most biodiverse region on earth, our Amazon vacation packages include transfers, knowledgeable local guides, and a cozy jungle lodge to unwind in.
Unlock the hidden gems of Peru on a 4-day trekking adventure around Lares, the Short Inca Trail, and Rainbow Mountain! Don’t miss out on this life-changing experience.
Tour Plan: Lares Trek | Ollantaytambo | Short Inca Trail | Inca Sun Gate | Machupicchu Pueblo | Machu Picchu Ruins | Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail
4 Days Lares Trek Short Inca Trail: Venture through the northern Andes on the Lares Trek, then enter the cloud forest on the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and culminate in the southern Andes on the lovely Rainbow Mountain Trail for a combination of top-notch hiking trails.
Discover Peru’s vibrant culture and history with this best-of-Cusco four-day trek combo between the guided hike around the Lares Trek connecting with the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, culminating in glory on the Rainbow Mountain of Peru.
This adventure hike will take you through remote Andean villages, over high mountain passes, and to the iconic ruins of Machu Picchu. Prepare for an unforgettable experience that will give you a deeper appreciation of Peru’s natural and cultural wonders.
If you’re looking for an adventure combining breathtaking scenery, cultural immersion, and physical challenge, the 4 DaysLares Hike with the Short Inca Trail in Peru is perfect.
Overview
Lares Trek Short Inca Trail Overview
Experience the best of both worlds with our Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail tour packages. This 4-day adventure takes you through the stunning Andean mountains, past remote villages, and ancient Incan ruins. You’ll also experience the iconic Machu Picchu.
Day 1: Hike to Lares Trek
Day 2: Short Inca Trail
Day 3: Machu Picchu Tour
Day 4: Rainbow Mountains and the Red Valley
4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail Highlights
Take your exploration to new heights with a four-day journey that includes the Lares Trek and the Short Inca Trail and ends with a visit to glorious Rainbow Mountain. It’s an adventure that’ll be talked about forever!
Enjoy a combination of culture, nature, hiking, and adventure on this immersive 4-day tour through Peru—experience the Lares Trek, the Short Inca Trail, and Rainbow Mountain!
Itinerary
4 Days Lares Trek Short Inca Trail Itinerary
This immersive expedition takes you on a remarkable adventure through the heart of Peru, where you’ll experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Andean mountains, the remnants of the mighty Inca civilization, and the best landscapes.
DAY 1
Cusco – Lares Trek to Patacancha
At 5:00, we start the vehicular journey from Cusco to Calca and continue to the Andean community of Wakawasi. From Huacawasi, we begin the one-day Lares trek until we reach the Ipsay Pass, 4410 meters (15,431 feet). We descend towards the IPSA COCHA lagoon at 4,200 meters. We continue the walk until we reach Patacancha, the neighboring community of Rumira. In Rumira, our tourist vehicle awaits us to complete the trip until we get to the “site of our overnight stay” in Ollantaytambo.
Informational note: The walking route takes hikers through two attractive weaving communities in Huacahuasi and Patacancha. We will be able to observe alpacas grazing in their natural habitat.
The Lares route is easily accessible from Cusco.
Travel distance from Cusco to Huaca Wasi: “Huaca Wasi: 03 hours, 20 minutes
Hiking route: From Huacahuasi to Rumira (Patacancha)
Walking distance: 14km (9 miles)
Hike Elevation Start: 3,750 meters (12,303 feet)
Ipsay Pass Elevation: 4,440 meters (14,435 feet)
Elevation at the end of the walk: 3,800 meters (12,467 feet).
Hike difficulty: challenging to moderate (depending on your fitness level).
At 06:00, we walk to the Ollantaytambo train station (a 12-minute walk)
Train service:
Train service information: [Outbound Journey]
Train company: INCA RAIL
Service: OLLANTAYTAMBO-KM 104 (01 hour and 20 minutes of train ride)
Class: The Voyager 41
Departure: 06:40. We start the train journey.
At Station: 06:10; otherwise, you may not be allowed to board.
KM 104 Arrival: 07:50
Onboard, at km 104, you will find our starting point for trekking. SERNANP MACHU PICCHU, where you must register and show your permits and passports. Right after the first checkpoint are the ruins of Chachabamba.
The path climbs gradually, taking three hours to reach the Wiñay Wayna complex. The walk offers breathtaking views of the ruins of Choquesuysuy and the Urubamba Valley.
Wiñay Wayna was mainly agricultural, and the curved terraces on the incredibly steep slope are impressive. Given the importance of water, this seems to indicate a religious preference.
After a packed lunch, continue the trail and walk from Wiñay Wayna to the Intipunku “Sun Gate,” taking two hours. The path to the ruins itself lasts about half an hour. You descend by CONSETUR bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night at our hotel.
Hiking data:
Height of the start of the walk: 2100m/6900ft. (Chachabamba, Km 104)
The highest point of the walk is 2730 m/8,792 ft. (Inti Punku)
Hiking distance: 10 km/6.3 miles (Chachabamba to Machu Picchu)
Hiking difficulty: moderate.
Food
1B, 1BL.
Physical Level
2, Moderate
Walking Distance
10km (6.3 miles)
Hiking Time
5 Hrs.
Starting Altitude
KM 104: 2,000m (6,560 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)
Highest Altitude
Inti Pinku: 2,720m (8,920 ft)
DAY 3
Machu Picchu Guided Tour and Return Cusco
Finally, we have the principal day of all vacations in the Andes of Peru: the visit to Machu Picchu.
At the chosen time of the group organized with our tour guide, we start the tour by tourist bus that takes us to the entrance gates of Machu Picchu. We enter the Inca citadel, ascending in a walk of about 15 minutes to obtain the best panoramic view of Machu Picchu.
We explore the Inca citadel thoroughly from above to cover all the important sites like the Inca quarry area, the temple of the sun, the sundial, the temple of the condor, etc.
After the spectacular visit to Machu Picchu, we can put the stamp of the Machu Picchu logo “optional stamp; it is free; it is interesting to put it in the passport (the real proof that Machu Picchu visited).”
At noon or early in the afternoon, we began to return to the city of Cusco. It takes three and a half hours by “train and ground transportation.” Thank you for exploring the Andes and the jungle of Cusco.
Train service information: [Inbound Journey]
Train company: INCA RAIL
Service: MACHU PICCHU-OLLANTAYTAMBO (1 hour and 40 minutes of train ride).
Class: The Voyager 44
Departure: 14:30
At Station: 14:00; otherwise, you may not be allowed to board.
Ollantaytambo arrival: 16:04
Cusco arrival by transport: 17:50
Meet at the train arrivals area at the Ollantaytambo train station. Look for a KONDOR PATH TOURS sign with your name:” Group name: 4 DaysLares Trek and Short Inca Trail.
Food
1B.
Physical Level
1, Easy
Walking Distance
A light walk
Hiking Time
2-hour guided tour
Starting Altitude
Machu Picchu Pueblo: 2,065m (6,774 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Machu Picchu Ruins: 2,400m (7,874 ft)
Highest Altitude
Cusco: 3,350m (10,990 ft)
DAY 4
Adventure of the Rainbow Mountain
Hikers begin the expedition at 5:00 in the morning. You will see hundreds of alpacas throughout the trip. On top of the colored mountain is a 360-degree view to enjoy.
OPTIONAL THE RED VALLEY: Highly recommended; this extension takes 35 minutes of additional walking. The Red Valley has an incredible view. From here, we continue our way back to the beginning of the trail to return to the imperial city of Cusco.
Helpful information about the trek.
Travel time: Cusco to Llactoq, 3 hours
Height of the starting point of the walk: 4,900 m/16,076 ft. (El Parqueo – Llactoq)
Tour Circuit Max Elevation: 5,100 meters (16,732 feet).
Return time to Cusco: Arrival in Cusco between 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Food
Box Lunch
Physical Level
5, Challenging
Walking Distance
7km (4.3 miles)
Hiking Time
100-minutes
Starting Altitude
Llactoq: 4,900m (16,076 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Llactoq: 4,900m (16,076 ft)
Highest Altitude
Rainbow Pass: 5,100m (16,732 ft)
Inclusions
4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail INCLUSION
Outdoor activities on treks through the Andes
A bilingual local tour guide who speaks Spanish and English has a “current card to enter the tourist circuits.”
Private tourist transport for transfer services (according to the itinerary)
DAY 1: LARES
Authorization and payment of entry to the tourist area of Lares via Patacancha
Food: 1 box lunch prepared in a tourist restaurant in Cusco; “hikers take their box lunch on the hiking trail.”
DAY 2: SHORT INCA TRAIL
Breakfast buffet at the hotel
Train by Inca Rail: Outbound Journey: OLLANTAYTAMBO – KM 104: Train Class: Voyager 61, at 07:22
The tour guide travels on the same train as the walkers to make the stop at kilometer 104 of the railway.
Authorization to get off the train at km 104
Entrance tickets plus approval to enter the Inca Trail network
Box lunch: “Visitors carry in their backpack.”
Bus ticket down from the ruins to Aguas Calientes
DAY 3: MACHU PICCHU
2 bus tickets (up and down)
Guided tour: 2 hours
Train by Inca Rail: Inbound Journey: Machu Picchu-Ollantaytambo: Train Class: The Voyager 44, at 14:30
Private transfer service from POROY train station to CUSCO
DAY 4: RAINBOW TRAIL and EL VALLE ROJO
Entrance tickets to Rainbow Mountain
Lunch box
First aid kit and medicated oxygen “just in case.”
4 Days Lares Trek Short Inca Trail NO INCLUSION
Hotel: Tailor your Peruvian journey with accommodations that align with your preferences, as Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes present a kaleidoscope of options.
Drinking water
For food not described in the itinerary, “there are several alternatives to cover it daily.”
Snacks
Tip for your guide(s) and driver
What should I bring to the 4-Day Lares Trek and the Short Inca Trail?
Important checklist
Original passport (keep it in an airtight plastic bag in case of rain). We used our passports to board the train to enter the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
COMFORTABLE DAY BACKPACK: A small, comfortable, and light backpack with an adaptable waist strap to balance the weight and enjoy the walks. A waterproof backpack cover is also great for keeping all your gear dry and dust-free.
Plastic bags: Keep your belongings and clothes dry.
WALKING POLES: It is highly recommended that you have walking poles for your trek. At Lares and Rainbow Mountain, you can use metal spikes, but for the Inca Trail, use rubber bands to protect and preserve the Inca Trail. Canes are prohibited in Machu Picchu.
WALKING BOOTS: Select comfortable, lightweight, good-quality shoes. Booties and waterproofs are recommended, but if you already have something comfortable and grippy, don’t rush to buy new boots; they’re better than the old ones!
REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE: Fill your bottle with bottled water to recycle plastic and pristine hiking trails.
WARM CLOTHING FOR LARES AND RAINBOW MOUNTAIN: fleece, jacket, wool hat, gloves, and bandana.
Waterproof Clothing: The rainy season is from December to March, but it can rain in the Andes any day of the year. It is better to be careful.
TOILET PAPER: This is an essential item on the hike! We take plastic bags for garbage to keep the planet blue and green.
PERSONAL MEDICATIONS AND BASIC FIRST AID KIT: Band-Aids for blisters that can be generated when walking, stomach upsets, or altitude sickness, among other medications prescribed by your doctor.
FOR THE SUN: Solar radiation in the Andes is intense. Bring excellent sunscreen and apply it occasionally to protect yourself from the sun. Also, bring sunglasses and a hat.
INSECT REPELLENT: In the Lares Valley, sometimes through Ollantaytambo, the Inca Trail, and Machu Picchu, there are some flying insects or mosquitoes, so it is advisable to bring a good insect repellent.
SNACKS: chocolates, chips, crackers, granola bars, or energy bars. “Bring a few extras, just in case—just what you need.”
EXTRA MONEY: Most businesses handle US dollars and Peruvian soles in Peruvian national currency and dollars.
Embark on a 4-day trekking adventure through Peru’s most spectacular scenery. From the Lares Trek to the short Inca Trail and Rainbow Mountain, this is a fantastic journey you won’t forget!
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Travel Guide
Facts about the 4-Day Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail
Get off the beaten path on a 4-day trekking adventure through some of Peru’s most iconic trails. You’ll be surrounded by incredible beauty, from the Lares Trek to the Short Inca Trail and Rainbow Mountain. Explore with us!
The dry season begins in May and typically ends in September or October. During these months, the Inca Trail is the best alternative since good weather allows you to appreciate the majestic valleys and beautiful mountains along the way without clouds or fog.
In other months, the rainfall increases.
We recommend that you make your reservation at least twelve months in advance because tickets for this incredible hike are sold out months in advance due to its great popularity.
In our experience working with travelers worldwide, many enthusiastic travelers have sadly tried to book a month in advance. We have told them there are no more spaces, so please follow our recommendation to book many months in advance.
Three hundred admission tickets are reserved for agency personnel, i.e., porters, cooks, helpers, porters, and other staff.
Two hundred admission tickets are available for sale to the general public.
The Inca Trail closed annually in February due to maintenance work in various route sectors.
According to the international classification on the level of difficulty of a hike, we have the following:
On the other hand, the Inca Trail is considered by travelers and experienced hikers to have a degree of difficulty of three because the Inca Trail route passes through various types of climates and different altitudes.
The maximum weight to carry on the Inca Trail is 5 kilograms.
Please take into account this weight restriction.
The following should be considered for this route:
The most important thing is that the original ID card or passport is valid and that it is the document with which we made our reservation. Otherwise, we will not be allowed to enter.
Sleeping bag.
A medium backpack of approximately 30 or 40 liters
Toiletries, including toilet paper and wet wipes, as there are no toilets along the route.
Underwear, especially microfiber socks or any specific material for this type of use
Insect repellent.
Sunscreen
Bottle or canteen
Flashlight with spare batteries
Cash in Peruvian soles
Wide-brimmed hat
Kondor Path Tours recommends wearing boots one size larger than usual that are not new or have had some use, as wearing new boots can cause scrapes on the ankles or heel of the foot.
In 2000, the Peruvian government made it mandatory for travelers to enter the Inca Trail route through a tourist agency.
Lares Trek: Ipsay Pass
Short Inca Trail: Inti Punku Pass
The entire Inca Trail is properly signposted, and the guides and tour operators are the first responsible for the care of the traveler during his journey. However, this does not guarantee that travelers always follow the indications, and in some cases, accidents have occurred due to the imprudence of the visitor.
It is essential to consider that the physical condition of the traveler must be adequate, as well as having previously done two or three days of acclimatization in Cusco.
The Inca City is located within the so-called ‘Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu,’ which covers 35 thousand hectares (350 km2).
Machu Picchu is located in the Aguas Calientes province of Urubamba, in the department of Cusco, Peru.
Its coordinates are 13º 10′ 19” and 13º 14′ 00′ (south latitude). It is also located at 72º 30′ 5” and 72º 36′ 33” (west latitude).
Three mountains surround the Inca City: the Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, and Putucusi mountains.
The Salkantay is the closest mountain to Machu Picchu (6,271 m.a.s.l.).
The Inca City hills belong to the ‘Salkantay Massif.’
The rivers in Machu Picchu
The distance from the citadel of Machu Picchu to the river is 500 meters, the Vilcanota River (also known as Urubamba).
Besides Machu Picchu, the Vilcanota River crosses other Inca archaeological sites like Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
The river’s flow increases considerably between December and April (rainy season). The river maintains its usual flow for the rest of the year (dry season).
Due to its location, Machu Picchu enjoys a very peculiar climate.
Machu Picchu has two very marked climatic seasons: dry and rainy.
The dry season is between April and October. Many people think it is the best time to visit Machu Picchu.
During these months, the day is exceptionally sunny, and there is almost no rain, allowing the tourists to have a pleasant tour of the Inca City.
In June and July, daytime temperatures can reach 25 °C (77 °F). In the early mornings, the lowest temperatures can reach 0ºC.
There is also the “high season of tourism” during the dry season, in which Machu Picchu supports the highest number of visitors.
The rainy season in Machu Picchu
The rainy season is between November and March. During these months, Inca City can be covered with fog. During the day, the mist will clear.
In February and March, the rains are more frequent than in the rest of the year. The maximum temperature can reach 22 °C. Minimum temperatures can reach 8 °C.
The rainy season is known as the “low season for tourism.” And that is why you can find meager prices for all tourist services.
What’s it like?
Embark on an incredible journey to discover Peru’s unique cultural heritage and beautiful scenery. This 4-day Lares Trek, Short Inca Trail, and Rainbow Mountain Tour will take you on a magical journey!
The 4 Day Lares Trek Short Inca Trail offers one of the alternatives in only four days. We will cross beautiful waterfalls, Inca archaeological remains, and varied flora and fauna until we reach the Inti Punku, from which we will have an impressive view of Machu Picchu.
Experience the beauty of Peru’s mountains in just four full days. Go on a tour of the breathtaking Lares Trek and the Short Inca Trail, plus an excursion to the majestic Rainbow Mountain!
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4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail COST
HIKING SERVICE: Season 2025
At least two participants are needed for the 4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail Plus Rainbow Mountain private service.
Number of persons
Price per person
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$ 896.00 USD
At least three hikers must join to initiate a shared group service for the 4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail Plus Rainbow Mountain.
Number of persons
Price per person
$706.00USD
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4 Days Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail plus the Rainbow Mountain
clavergne
2024-06-20
We used Kondor Path for 5 different tours.
My husband, 21 year old daughter and I used Kondor Path for several tours. First of all, every tour you book with them is private. Loved that! They went at our pace for every tour. If we wanted to skip something, add something, go slower or faster, they accommodated us. We did the alternate Ollyantaytambo tour, Super Sacred Valley tour, 1/2 day Cusco tour, Machu Picchu guide and a two day tour from Puno to Arequipa with a stop at the Colca Canyon. Our guides were Wilfredo, Odon and Andres and our drivers were Anibal and Raul. All 5 of these men were excellent. The drivers did such a good job and Anibal was excellent at helping me at some of the stops that involved climbing (I am a giant klutz!) All three of our guides were knowledgeable and taught us so much about the locations, Incas, and pre-Incas. I had a bit of an oxygen issue when we passed 16,000 feet and Andres was so good about helping me back to the car and Raul got us down in altitude quickly and safely. Our daughter had a massive nose bleed at MP and Odon helped her to get it stopped. If you find yourself in Peru, do yourself a favor and use Kondor Path!
Tanja B
2024-05-13
Lares 1 day hike was amazing
I did the 1 day Lares Trek private tour with Kondor Path Tours and liked it a lot. They picked me up from my hostel and hours later we arrived at Lares Town to have some breakfast from locals which was really delicious. Later during the hike we met even more locals which gives you a feeling of how they are living. My guide explained everything so well and it was so interesting. As requested I got really good Vegetarian food. Thanks to my guide Alfredo Santacruz and the driver I felt comfortable during the whole trip. Thank you for this amazing experience!!
Kyrsten B
2024-05-04
Great Short Inca Trail Experience
Just finished the short Inca Trail hike with Kondor Path tours. An excellent experience from beginning to end. Responded quickly, everything well organized, our guide Bonette was fabulous. Set the perfect pace for our family, knowledgeable, considerate. The trail itself is amazing- entering Machu Picchu through the sun gate at the end. Spectacular scenery.
Allyx T
2024-04-27
Amazing trip thanks to Fredi!
Our tour was fantastic. We did the 2 day Salkantay trek, spent the first day hiking the Salkantay trail and got to take a horse part of the way. The lunch was great and everything was thought through ahead of time by our guide, Fredi. Fredi was truly the highlight of our trip! An amazing guide and so fun to spend time with- we learned a ton from him, felt safe, and had a blast. I would definitely book with Kondor Tours again for a chance to spend time with Fredi on another adventure. Some of the most beautiful views I’ve ever seen- truly and unforgettable adventure
Lucas B
2024-04-24
Excelente private tours
We did a two day tour from Cusco to Machu Picchu with the salt mines and it was all perfect. Our guide Alfredo was extremely helpful and I couldn’t rate him any higher. Perfect English, knew all the shortcuts, helped us with everything we need.
ksdl2005
2024-02-17
Must do tour
We did the trip to Machu Picchu with them and the horse ride up to rainbow mountain… we never do tours because we don’t like to spend money unnecessarily… this was so worth it it’s a private tour and the logistics of the train the ride there the bus the entrance and all the times to just fit in is hard to schedule also the time of departure to go back … it was so worth it.. the guides are amazing and you learn way more about their culture and they speak great English.. you learn so much on just the rides… also they bring oxygen and the roads are pretty rough so unlike the trouble of scheduling and getting up so early and the rough roads and altitude sickness you just lay down and sleep on the trip instead of a bunch of people on a bus jsut the ride alone is worth it … this is a no brainer to do ….and once again I never spend money on excursions or tours they also are first to book the tours so you get the much sought after circuit 2
Ani T
2023-12-21
Wonderul site, great tour operator and excellent guide
We had an evening flight so wanted to do something during the first half of the day, really glad we picked this half-day tour of the Sillustani ruins. The tour agent (Kondor Path Tours) was very flexible about our pickup time and dropoff options, so that really helped. We were able to arrange a later pickup in the morning that included all our luggage and then they dropped us off at the Juliaca airport after the tour. But the Sillustani towers themselves are a real treat to see and learn about all their history. The site itself is very serene and beautiful, with the lake in the background from the main viewpoint. Our tour guide (Richy/Ricardo) was excellent and very helpful and knowledgeable. He gave us not only the ancient history of Sillustani and the adjoining areas, but also a more contemporary history of Peru and the Puno region I have to add that he went over and above by even helping us to check our bags in at JUL airport!
ladyshalyn
2023-10-22
Maras and Moray + Pachamanca
Easily the best tour experience I had during my trip to Peru. I highly recommend Kondor Tours as the customer service is top-notch. James responded to my queries almost instantly each time and was very helpful. We were even treated to a can of cusquenia beer each when we visited the office! Our guide Alfredo was absolutely amazing and we were fortunate to have him as our guide for the tour. He is very passionate about his job and shared so much valuable information with us. He has a very candid character and we were very comfortable throughout! I highly recommend requesting for him as your guide (the best we had while touring Peru for 3 weeks). Also, I would say opting in for and additional traditional peruvian pachamanca meal experience must not be missed. The community people were very warm and gracious hosts and it is eye opening to witness the preparation of such a traditional feast normally done only for special occasions like weddings. We even had time for dancing! Two thumbs up for sure!
Niels K
2023-08-10
3-day Choquequirao Trek
We took a three-day private group trek to Choquequirao as a family of five. Kondor Path Tours organized a pick-up and drop-off in Urubamba instead of Cusco and did an extra stop at the Saywhite archeological site. Everything went very smoothly during the entire trip, meals and accommodation were as expected or better. The trek itself is quite demanding (particularly in three days), but the nature/ views/ Choquequirao/ dearth of tourists largely compensate. Anyway, we were looking for a physical challenge! Our guide Oron was great. Explaining, motivating, solving potential problems/ demands. We would definitely recommend Kondor Path Tours.
Anja
2023-08-05
Proffecional company and perfect guide
Kondor Path Tours are so proffecional and easy to work with. We went with them on the 2 days short Inca trail to Machu Picchu with our three children. The correspondence was great and everything was perfectly planned in every detail. Our guide Alfredo was so friendly, knowledgeable and pleasant to be around! Thank you Kondor Path Tours - we couldn’t have asked for more!!
