Inca Trail<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Inca Trail<\/a><\/strong> has long attracted the attention of tourists from around the world. This makes it the most popular option to walk to Machu Picchu. The part that tourists go through is just a small section of a gigantic and complex road system that connects the entire Tahuantinsuyu: from Santiago in Chile to Cuenca, Ecuador, approximately. The most difficult day of this excursion is the second due to the long climb and the number of steps; however, your reward will be the impressive views of the valley from above. Remember that the descents are quite steep and your knees can start to hurt. In addition, along this entire route, you get to discover impressive archaeological sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Inca](\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/inca-trail-machu-picchu-visit-1.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe highlights of the Inca Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- This is the “original” route to walk to Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- It\u2019s the only route that can direct walkers to the very gates of Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll enjoy the fantasy landscapes of the Andean mountains and within the cloud forest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You will reach the highest point at the Dead Woman’s pass at 4,212 masl \/ 13,818 fasl<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- There are various archaeological sites along the entire path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nShould I\nchoose the Inca Trail?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your desire is to travel the mysterious original path<\/a><\/strong> that the Incas used to reach Machu Picchu, this route is for you. However, due to limited capacity, you need to book your tour several months in advance. Furthermore, this is the only route that takes you directly to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. There\u2019s nothing better than observing the impressive stone citadel from Puerta del Sol (The Sun Gate) after 4 days of intense walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRemember\nthat in all other excursions you must travel by train to Aguas Calientes to\nrest in a hotel and enjoy your visit to Machu Picchu the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"](\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/should-choose-inca-trail-machu-picchu.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLares Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Lares Trek<\/strong> or Lares Route is as challenging as the Inca Trail, and for this reason, many tourists choose this option to avoid the crowds. In addition to being close to the city of Cusco and other tourist sites, Lares is excellent for appreciating the daily life of the Andean man who has not lost his deep relationship with Mother Earth. In addition, it\u2019s an excellent route to connect with the spirit of the water<\/a><\/strong> since you\u2019ll be able to contemplate incredible lagoons and waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll be transported to a place visited by very few tourists, where the Andean ancestral culture <\/strong>shines like fire. You\u2019ll be able to make new friends in the traditional communities along the way, in addition to appreciating their fine textile art. Treat all people with great respect and learn from their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Lares](\"https:\/\/www.salkantaytrekking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/lares-trek-machu-picchu.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe\nhighlights of the Lares Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe highlights of the Inca Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- This is the “original” route to walk to Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- It\u2019s the only route that can direct walkers to the very gates of Machu Picchu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You\u2019ll enjoy the fantasy landscapes of the Andean mountains and within the cloud forest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You will reach the highest point at the Dead Woman’s pass at 4,212 masl \/ 13,818 fasl<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- There are various archaeological sites along the entire path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nShould I\nchoose the Inca Trail?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your desire is to travel the mysterious original path<\/a><\/strong> that the Incas used to reach Machu Picchu, this route is for you. However, due to limited capacity, you need to book your tour several months in advance. Furthermore, this is the only route that takes you directly to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. There\u2019s nothing better than observing the impressive stone citadel from Puerta del Sol (The Sun Gate) after 4 days of intense walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRemember\nthat in all other excursions you must travel by train to Aguas Calientes to\nrest in a hotel and enjoy your visit to Machu Picchu the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLares Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Lares Trek<\/strong> or Lares Route is as challenging as the Inca Trail, and for this reason, many tourists choose this option to avoid the crowds. In addition to being close to the city of Cusco and other tourist sites, Lares is excellent for appreciating the daily life of the Andean man who has not lost his deep relationship with Mother Earth. In addition, it\u2019s an excellent route to connect with the spirit of the water<\/a><\/strong> since you\u2019ll be able to contemplate incredible lagoons and waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll be transported to a place visited by very few tourists, where the Andean ancestral culture <\/strong>shines like fire. You\u2019ll be able to make new friends in the traditional communities along the way, in addition to appreciating their fine textile art. Treat all people with great respect and learn from their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe\nhighlights of the Lares Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nShould I\nchoose the Inca Trail?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your desire is to travel the mysterious original path<\/a><\/strong> that the Incas used to reach Machu Picchu, this route is for you. However, due to limited capacity, you need to book your tour several months in advance. Furthermore, this is the only route that takes you directly to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu. There\u2019s nothing better than observing the impressive stone citadel from Puerta del Sol (The Sun Gate) after 4 days of intense walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRemember\nthat in all other excursions you must travel by train to Aguas Calientes to\nrest in a hotel and enjoy your visit to Machu Picchu the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLares Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe Lares Trek<\/strong> or Lares Route is as challenging as the Inca Trail, and for this reason, many tourists choose this option to avoid the crowds. In addition to being close to the city of Cusco and other tourist sites, Lares is excellent for appreciating the daily life of the Andean man who has not lost his deep relationship with Mother Earth. In addition, it\u2019s an excellent route to connect with the spirit of the water<\/a><\/strong> since you\u2019ll be able to contemplate incredible lagoons and waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll be transported to a place visited by very few tourists, where the Andean ancestral culture <\/strong>shines like fire. You\u2019ll be able to make new friends in the traditional communities along the way, in addition to appreciating their fine textile art. Treat all people with great respect and learn from their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe\nhighlights of the Lares Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Remember\nthat in all other excursions you must travel by train to Aguas Calientes to\nrest in a hotel and enjoy your visit to Machu Picchu the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Lares Trek<\/strong> or Lares Route is as challenging as the Inca Trail, and for this reason, many tourists choose this option to avoid the crowds. In addition to being close to the city of Cusco and other tourist sites, Lares is excellent for appreciating the daily life of the Andean man who has not lost his deep relationship with Mother Earth. In addition, it\u2019s an excellent route to connect with the spirit of the water<\/a><\/strong> since you\u2019ll be able to contemplate incredible lagoons and waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll be transported to a place visited by very few tourists, where the Andean ancestral culture <\/strong>shines like fire. You\u2019ll be able to make new friends in the traditional communities along the way, in addition to appreciating their fine textile art. Treat all people with great respect and learn from their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLares Trek<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe\nhighlights of the Lares Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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