Lares Trek Tours & Trips
Ready for the alternative trek to Machu Picchu through traditional communities? The Lares Trek goes through the Lares Valley passing Quechua villages where people maintain ancient lifestyles, hot springs at Lares, and high mountain passes with Andean views. You're interacting with communities, seeing landscapes tour groups miss, and acclimatizing before Machu Picchu. It's less crowded than the Inca Trail, but has more cultural immersion.
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Edwina • traveled in July, 2026
Nando and his team (chef, helpers & horsemen) gave our family of four an amazing experience. A well paced hike, local & historical knowledge, incredible Peruvian meals, as well as games (soccer/football!) for the kids, made this trip the memorable experience we were hoping for. In particular, Nando was great with our kids (12, 13) by keeping them engaged and motivated during very challenging parts of the hikes. We really valued the team’s quick and positive problem-solving. The luxurious Alpaca Terra was a rewarding accommodation and had an excellent breakfast.
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Jerry • traveled in May, 2026
Peru is Amazing! Our guide, Ernesto Cusi, was friendly but professional. His knowledge mixed with his personal stories made this trip one of my best ever.
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Gerry • traveled in August, 2025
Rene our tour guide was patient, informative, and tireless. The chefs were great, and the porters handled things flawlessly.
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights
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- Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days/3 Nights
- 07 Day Sacred valley, short Inca trail & Rainbow Mountain
- Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights
- The Lares Trek
- Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 5 days 4 nights
- 07 Day Sacred Valley + Lares trek to Machupicchu
- Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N
- Inca Trail connection lares to Machu Picchu 4 days
- Lares Trek Package 8 Days
- Backroads Machu Picchu- (PRIVATE TRIP)
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days/3 Nights
31 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Larestrek is a very nice combination of nature and culture.”
Annelies, traveled in May
The authentic Lares Trek route winds through Peru's highlands. Volcanic hot springs mark the starting point through remote Quechua villages, leading to the 4,680m Condor Pass, with camping beneath starlit peaks. Expert guides and emergency horses ensure safety throughout.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Urubamba, Pisac, Sacred Valley, Lares, Cancha Cancha, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 5-65 Operated in English, Spanish Operator Alpaca Expeditions From
- US$650
07 Day Sacred valley, short Inca trail & Rainbow Mountain
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Peru is Amazing! His knowledge mixed with his personal stories made this trip one of my best ever.”
Jerry, traveled in May
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Maras, Moray, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Pisac, Cusipata, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 5-55 Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From
- US$1,660
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days 3 nights
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Inca trail was still closed but I was glad that we got to try lares lake trekking. We visited some villages with people still living in the Inca way and it was very impressive.”
Wei, traveled in June
The Lares Trek leads you through authentic Andean life, with stops at thermal springs and traditional communities. The path winds through varying elevations from 2,700m to 4,750m, featuring comfortable camping and gourmet meals. Professional guides lead the way, maintaining exceptional satisfaction ratings of 4.9/5.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Calca, Lares, Cancha Cancha, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator TreXperience From
- US$720
The Lares Trek
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The views were stunning and the trails were great. Felt like something out of a movie.”
Blake, traveled in October
The less-touristed Lares Trek begins in Lares town, winding through high-altitude Andean landscapes. The path leads past remote communities to Cuncani village, continues to Sicllaccasa Mountain's 4,800m pass, and offers camping near mountain streams. Local communities share their culture before the final Machu Picchu exploration.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Lares, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From
- US$1,199
Lares Trek and Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 5 days 4 nights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nature in the beginning and culture in the end. If you want go someplace few people ever reach and see virtually no other tourists along the way, this is the tour for you.”
Charles, traveled in January
The adventure unfolds at Lares thermal springs, continuing to the scenic Blue Lagoon camp at 12,795 ft. Traditional Quechua life comes alive in Canchacancha village, where potato farms dot the landscape and locals tend to their alpaca herds. The trek features chef-prepared meals and nights spent camping beneath the star-studded Andean sky.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cusco, Lares, Cancha Cancha, Ollantaytambo, Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator TreXperience From
- US$950
07 Day Sacred Valley + Lares trek to Machupicchu
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“All food was amazing, the chef made wonders with absolutely minimal gear. The trek was moderate in difficulty, with some hard parts.”
Tom, traveled in November
Traditional Quechua life unfolds along the 33km Lares Trek, featuring visits to local weavers and farmers. The path leads past Yanacocha Lake and snow-capped peaks to Cuncani village, where families demonstrate traditional crafts. Full camping gear, chef-prepared meals, and therapeutic dips in Lares thermal springs complete the experience.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Urubamba, Pumahuanca Mountain, Yanacocha Mountain, Lares, Ollantaytambo, Aguas CalientesSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours From
- US$1,599
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N
67 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We got to Cuzco early because we were worried about acclimatizing and it was a good option to do that.”
Camille, traveled in June
The traditional Lares route connects remote Andean communities of Wakawasi (3,850m) and Patacancha (3,800m). A 41km trek spans four days, immersing travelers in authentic mountain culture. Professional guides facilitate meaningful exchanges with indigenous villagers before Machu Picchu exploration.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Lares, Patacancha, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Bamba Travel From
- US$847
















