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title: Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days with Panoramic Train
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 636
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 340
duration_minutes: 5760
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 4 of 25 (Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/lares-trek-to-machu-picchu-4-days-with-panoramic-train/
---

# Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 days with Panoramic Train

**Guidekin's take:** The Lares route connects Andean communities, hot springs and Machu Picchu. Entry tickets, gear transport by horse and a panoramic return train are included; sleeping bags and trekking poles are excluded. 4.98 from 340 reviews at €636 per person for 4 days.

In our comparison: #4 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The Lares Trek leads you into quiet valleys, where you’ll meet Andean communities, soak in hot springs, and hike beside llamas and alpacas. With fewer crowds, stunning lakes, and waterfalls, it’s perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers seeking a genuine adventure.

• Explore the salt mines of Maras and the Inca town of Ollantaytambo.
• Trek the scenic Lares route and experience the wonder of Machu Picchu.
• Relax in the natural hot springs of Lares with spectacular mountain scenery.
• Meet weaving communities and support women-led cooperatives and local projects.
• Return to Cusco aboard a panoramic train Vistadome

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 04:30: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €636 per person
- Duration: 4 days
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 340 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: TreXperience
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 04:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.98 from 340 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 340 of 340.

- 5 stars: 332 (98%)
- 4 stars: 8 (2%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value the guides, camp meals and village visits; trekking at altitude can be physically demanding.

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, encouraging guides who adapt to different walking paces
- Varied, plentiful camp meals with vegetarian and vegan options
- Quiet trails and mountain scenery with few other trekkers
- Visits to local families offer insight into Andean life and traditions
- Camps are set up before arrival and logistics are handled by the crew

**Complaints:**
- Some find the trek demanding at altitude, while others describe it as manageable
- Cold nights at the mountain camps

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2025-07-11 to 2026-10-25); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- All food and gear transported by horses and experienced muleteers
- Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu, Maras Salt Mines and Lares Hot Spring
- Hotel pickup/drop-off, round-trip bus to Machu Picchu, Vistadome return train ticket
- Expert Professional Tour Guide and Personal duffel bag (maximum 7kg/11lb)
- Safety briefing before your journey and complimentary luggage storage in Cusco
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Sleep under the stars for 02 nights in campsites and 01 night in a cozy 3-star hotel

## Not included

- (Optional) Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, they should be booked ahead of time. If you have them, please let us know.
- (Optional) Mattress, sleeping bag and trekking poles. We’re available to assist with guidance.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 04:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

## Compared with other Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 25** | €636 | 4 days | 4.98 (340) | shared |
| [Lares Valley Trek with Hot Spring 4-Day, 3-Night](/peru/cusco/tours/lares-valley-trek-with-hot-spring-4-day-3-night/?format=md) | €592 | 4 days | 5.0 (705) | shared |
| [Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N Including Hot Springs](/peru/cusco/tours/lares-trek-to-machu-picchu-4d-3n-including-hot-springs/?format=md) | €640 | 4 days | 4.98 (549) | shared |
| [Inca Jungle Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu](/peru/cusco/tours/inca-jungle-trek-4-days-to-machu-picchu/?format=md) | €391 | 4 days | 5.0 (150) | shared |

Ranked #4 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.

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