From CAD 1,099
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Challenge yourself on the three-day Lares Trek which will reward you with a stunning combination of the region’s local communities and scenic farms, mountainscapes, and cloud forests. Because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment so you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.
Highlights
- Pass rambling rivers and small villages
- Take in scenic mountain views
- Visit ancient ruins
- See Machu Picchu at sunrise
- Porters and guides hired from local communities.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2932
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Train, private van, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: SPTO.B
Starts: Cusco, Peru
Finishes: Cusco, Peru
Duration: 4 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Cuncani Community Campsite, Cuncani
- Lares Trek guided hike with cooks and porters (3 days)
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Camping (2 nts), Hotel (1 nt).
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Train, private van, hiking.
Group Leader
- G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Inca Trail CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1099 (CAD 275 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco/Cuncani
Depart Cusco by van to Lares town where the hike begins. Spend the first night at a G Adventures-supported campsite in Cuncani.
The Lares Trek is a scenic, less touristic route to hike through the Andes. It is one day shorter than the Inca Trail but higher in elevation. Enjoy G Adventures-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Lares Trek.
Day 2: Cuncani/Kuyoc
Start early to hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain to its high pass (4,750m/15,583 ft), providing scenic views of lagoons and the snow-capped Chicon Mountain. Celebrate after reaching the highest point by making an offering of coca leaves to the Andean gods. After the morning hike, stop to rest and take in the amazing view. Continue hiking downhill to our second campsite near the stream for the night.
Day 3: Kuyoc/Aguas Calientes
Enjoy the last few hours of hiking before travelling by van to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes. Spend some time relaxing in town or visiting the nearby hot springs.
Day 4: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Enjoy an early morning guided visit to Machu Picchu. Later, travel back to Cusco where the trip ends upon arrival.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins. When ready, head back down by bus to Aguas Calientes to meet up with the rest of the group. Take the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo to meet the van for the ride back to Cusco where the trip will end upon arrival.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Nina R. - Traveled, July 2024
This was the best travel experience I have ever had and even though I was getting completely out of my comfort zone, I felt very safe and well taken care of by the G Adventures staff. Our group meshed immediately and shared a high energy throughout our w...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/19/2024
Raphael L. - Traveled, July 2024
Its a hard piece of work to go the Inka Trail, but it is sooo worth it!! Not only the stunning Machu Picchu, therefore all day the views, the path, de surroundigs all of it is just a 10 out of 10!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2024
Rourke T. - Traveled, July 2024
I was really impressed from start to finish with the trip. Our porters & chefs (team 5) were incredible, and I can’t thank them enough for all their hard work. Our guides were excellent, and the experience itself surpassed all expectations & I loved ever...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Michael M. - Traveled, July 2024
Unbelievable trip. Really made possible by the crew who honestly felt like they were part of our group rather than our guides. Uriel, Melky and their team deserve more credit than I could possibly give them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/15/2024
Patricia O. - Traveled, July 2024
Uriel and assistant guide Melky gave us a phenomenal experience and by the end our group truly felt like a family. Melky was friendly, communicative, and I really felt like I could trust him. Porter team 5 was amazing. The food was generous and delicious...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Hicham S. - Traveled, July 2024
Excellent
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/11/2024
Michelle H. - Traveled, July 2024
I'm so glad I choose G adventures for my once in a life time trip to walk the Inca trail.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Hannah K. - Traveled, June 2024
Fantastic! We had amazing time and Joseph and the porters and chefs in team 7 absolutely made it for us! I will definitely be booking more tours with G adventures and want to thank the team again for making the Inca trail so special
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/05/2024
Joseph A. - Traveled, July 2024
We did a tour day hike of the Inca trail finishing at Machu Pichu. It was an amazing experience and one I highly recommend for anyone wanting to visit Peru our porters (team 7) chef (Porferio) and guide (Joseph) where all friendly kind and helpful and r...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/05/2024
Grace H. - Traveled, July 2024
This trip felt like having a personal chef, personal assistant, and butler while on the coolest hike of your life. Definitely a super hard trek, but they make sure that all you have to worry about is putting one foot in front of the other.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/05/2024
Michelle G. - Traveled, June 2024
Paulo exceeded expectations!! Liz grew a lot during the hike and I believe she’ll make a great lead guide very soon. Our porters - Group 8 - had amazing attention to detail and worked hard to give us all the best experience possible. Loved the meals and ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/03/2024
Jamie W. - Traveled, June 2024
Experiencing Machu Picchu after a four day journey, with a new group of friends, is the only way to do it. Being cared for by the amazing porters, chef, and guide allowed for me to experience Peru as it should be experienced, alongside locals who love an...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Nicolette L. - Traveled, June 2024
Once. In. A. Lifetime. However, it would not have been so without the people and crew with us. What a perfect group of people to make the experience perfect.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2024
Joshua B. - Traveled, June 2024
The Inka Trail had been on my bucket list for a long time and I knew it was going to be amazing. What I didn’t expect was how much the experience could be enhanced by the guides and supporting crew involved. Everything from the food, tents, local knowled...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Stuart P. - Traveled, June 2024
This was the opportunity of a lifetime for me to undertake a challenging trek with my son. As the “senior” of the group (30 years older than the average ), I was treated with respect by the team. A particular thanks to Miguel, assistant guide, who took p...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Lloyd P. - Traveled, June 2024
Superb
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Katelyn M. - Traveled, June 2024
I had a great experience on the tour. The cooks, porters and guides were all amazing and thoughtful. I would recommend it to anyone.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Heather B. - Traveled, June 2024
Unforgettable experience!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/28/2024
Caroline K. - Traveled, June 2024
Really had the best time thanks to Javier, Angel, Time and co. Plus a great guided tour of Machu Picchu by Eddison.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2024
Jenny P. - Traveled, June 2024
I think it was a great tour and lived up to my expectations. Only thing I would suggest is an 18-something Inca trail tour as I think we would have preferred that age bracket. My friend and I were planning to do a full Gadvanture tour of Peru but unfortu...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2024
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