Machu Picchu

LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU

Hiking

Category

5 days

Duration

Open to all

Experience

Medium

Fitness

From 1 to 12

Participants

What you'll do

Embark on a 4-day trip through the Lares Valley to Machu Picchu. Experience cultural immersion in remote Andean villages, relax in natural hot springs and explore traditional salt mines. This family-friendly trek offers a slower pace, perfect for all ages, leading to the sacred ruins of Machu Picchu. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes and genuine connections with local communities year-round.

Itinerary

  • AccommodationsHotel
  • Hiking10 km (6.2 mi) ↑ +580 m (+1,902 ft) ↓ -90 m (-295 ft) ◷ 3–4 hours
  • AccommodationsCampsite
  • Hiking14 km (8.7 mi) ↑ +830 m (+2,723 ft) ↓ -930 m (-3,051 ft) ◷ 7–8 hours
  • AccommodationsCampsite
  • Hiking9 km (5.6 mi) ↓ -1,050 m (-3,445 ft) ◷ 4 hours
  • AccommodationsHotel

Important stuff

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What's included

Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes + return train to Ollantaytambo (Expedition class) + private transfer to Cusco
Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Hiking Guide
3 Dinners
Pre-trip briefing in Cusco
Water after first 4 hours (bring your own initially)
Tent with tables and chairs for meals
Emergency oxygen and first aid kit
Guidance by an experienced, English-speaking tour guide
Personal duffle bag provided for trek belongings (up to 7 kilos)
Porter service to carry duffle bags, accessible only at evening campsites
Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Safety gear including a first aid kit, oxygen tank, and satellite phone for the trek
1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes
Accomodation in tents
1 night in Cusco (3-star hotel)
Machu Picchu entrance
4 Breakfasts
3 Lunches
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Extra accommodation
Transport from airport
Transport to airport
Snacks and drinks
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Tips
Optional Huayna Picchu Mountain climb available for $75 per person, must be booked in advance
Single Room supplement
Dinner on Day 1
All the meals not mentioned in the what's included section
Lunch and dinner on the last day
Sleeping Bag rental: $30
Inflatable Air Mattress rental: $25
Walking Sticks (Pair) rental: $22

Accommodations

3-star hotel in Cusco - Day 1

Your classic 3-star hotel in Cusco offers comfort and charm in twin rooms. You can enjoy friendly services, and warm décor with local touches. Perfect for resting before setting off on the adventure.

Campsites – Days 2,3

Two nights camping in the Lares valley: the first under the Kiswarani waterfall (3,850 m), the second in the traditional Andean village of Cancha Cancha (3,750 m), where life still follows ancient Inca customs. 4-person tents shared by only 2.

Aguas Calientes Hotel - Day 4

This marks you final rest stop before visiting Machu Picchu. Your exceptional hotel is equipped with Wi-Fi, hot showers, and offers a cozy spot to relax after our day's hike. Nearby, you find local hot springs available for an entry fee of ten soles. In the evening, your local partner treats you to our last dinner, preparing you for the next day's adventure.

Guides

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul is the owner and director of Alpaca Expeditions. They have tour guides 100% local. They mastered the craft of leading groups through the most beautiful places and over the highest elevations without losing any bit of information and any tip to make the hiking more enjoyable. All the guides have graduated in Tourism and passed tests to be able to guide along the treks.

Frequently asked questions

Departures

All departures are guaranteed to run

April 2027
Thu
15 Apr
5:00 PM
Mon
19 Apr
8:00 PM

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€1,340.00
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Tue
1 Jun
5:00 PM
Sat
5 Jun
8:00 PM

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12 spots left
€1,340.00
(€442 deposit)
Wed
4 Aug
5:00 PM
Sun
8 Aug
8:00 PM

Confirmed

12 spots left
€1,340.00
(€442 deposit)
Wed
3 Nov
5:00 PM
Sun
7 Nov
8:00 PM

Confirmed

12 spots left
€1,340.00
(€442 deposit)

€1,340.00

(€442 deposit)
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