About this experience
The Lares Trek is not just a hike, it is a cultural immersion into the heart of the Andes. Unlike other routes, this trek takes you through remote villages, where you will have the rare opportunity to interact with local Quechua communities that have preserved their ancestral traditions for centuries. Here, people still practice traditional weaving techniques and cultivate native Andean crops, offering an authentic glimpse into their way of life.
As you trek through breathtaking landscapes of snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear lagoons, and rolling valleys, you will also discover a hidden Inca archaeological site along the way. This unique combination of living culture, untouched nature, and ancient history makes the Lares Trek an experience like no other, culminating in the long-awaited arrival at Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas.
Step off the beaten path and into the true spirit of the Andes. Book now for an unforgettable journey!
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Passport Number
- Minimum age is 6 years
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What is included
- Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (round trip)
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- First aid kit
- 3 Afternoon Snacks
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Chef
- Breakfast
- Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg of your personal items
- Oxygen bottle
- Inflatable sleeping mattress - Thermarest
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own)
- 4 man tent for every 2 trekkers
- Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco
- Assistant tour guide for groups of 9+
- Professional bilingual tour guide.
- Hotel in Aguas Calientes, Day 3
- Pick up from your hotel and transportation from your hotel to the start of trail
Not included
- Sleeping Bag (Can be rented from local tour operator)
- Breakfast on Day 1, lunch on Day 4.
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain.
- Tips
- Travel Insurance - you are strongly recommended for the duration of your trip
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We'll pick you up from the lobby or front door of your hotel, Airbnb, hostel, or any accommodation located in Cusco's historic center.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inkayni Peru Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Send us the following personal data for each individual traveller.
- Full Name
- Nationality
- Passport Number
- Date of Birth
- Confirm us If you want vegetarian meals or have any special dietary requirements
- please let us know as soon as possible. It’s easy for us to arrange and there’s no extra cost. If you have an allergy to certain types of food please ensure that this is written on your trek voucher as well as reminding both the guide and the cook on the trail. We do not accept bookings from clients with life-threatening allergies.
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Important: Upon booking, please contact the email address on your voucher to advise of any specific requirements
- What you need to bring:
- Original Passport, ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Clothes: Walking boots, Waterproof jacket / rain poncho, Warm jacket, Hat and gloves, T-shirts, comfortable trousers
- Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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