The Lares Trek passes through remote villages where Quechua communities weave and cultivate Andean crops.
A chef, dining tent, selected meals and return buses between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.9 from 31 reviews at €598 per person for 4 days.
In our comparison: #18 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
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
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
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
Reviews
4.9
31 ratings Tripadvisor 30 · Viator 1
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 30 of 31
Star breakdown of all 31 ratings
5 stars
29 · 94%
4 stars
1 · 3%
3 stars
1 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Departure
05:00 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Inkayni Peru Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
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!
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Clothes: Walking boots, Waterproof jacket / rain poncho, Warm jacket, Hat and gloves, T-shirts, comfortable trousers
Children
Minimum age is 6 years
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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.
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)
Other items: Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher), insect repellent, toiletries and hand sanitizer, personal medication, camera and film, torch with spare batteries
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Food included 3 Afternoon Snacks, Lunch, Dinner
Age rule Minimum age is 6 years
Non-refundable no free cancellation
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days: No refund
Compared with other Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks
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Price
Duration
Rating
Group
This tour · #18 of 25
€598
4 days
4.9 (31)
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€592
4 days
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Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N Including Hot Springs
€640
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shared
Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu
€391
4 days
5.0 (150)
shared
Ranked #18 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €103 to €1028, median €592; typical length 4 days. 1 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks