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title: Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 683
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 104
duration_minutes: 5760
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 23 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/
---

# Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days

**Guidekin's take:** Walk through the Lares Valley past lagoons and mountain villages before visiting Machu Picchu. Meals, transport, Machu Picchu entry and mules to carry equipment are included; a high level of fitness is required, and sleeping bags and mattresses are extra. 4.89 from 104 reviews at €683 per person for 4 days.

In our comparison: #23 of 25 in Lares, Inca Jungle & Other Treks, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Embark on a breathtaking 4-day adventure through the Lares Valley, one of the most authentic and less-traveled routes to Machu Picchu. This trek combines stunning Andean landscapes, turquoise lagoons, and towering snow-capped peaks with genuine cultural encounters in remote mountain villages. Walk alongside llamas and alpacas, meet local Quechua families, and experience traditions that have remained unchanged for centuries. Perfect for travelers seeking a blend of adventure, nature, and culture, the Lares Trek offers a unique journey that ends with the unforgettable wonder of Machu Picchu.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Starts 04:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €683 per person
- Duration: 4 days
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 104 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: Nig Adventures
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 04:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.89 from 104 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 103 of 104.

- 5 stars: 94 (90%)
- 4 stars: 9 (9%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Horsemen and mules to carry general equipment and up to 7 kg of your personal belongings
- Tourist Transport
- Lunch
- Dinner
- First aid kit with emergency oxygen tank
- Entrance Ticket to Machu Picchu
- Breakfast
- Ticket Train (Round-trip)
- Professional cook and full kitchen equipment
- Guided in Machu Picchu

## Not included

- Sleeping bag
- Inflatable mattress
- Professional trekking poles
- Personal tent
- Huayna Picchu Mountain hike
- Upgrade to Vistadome train (return only)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 04:00
- 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

- 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

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

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #23 of 25** | €683 | 4 days | 4.89 (104) | 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 #23 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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